Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

You might also like this resource, Abrigo's "2022 Loan Review Benchmark Survey Results." download NOW Takeaway 1 The most popular blog posts on the Abrigo site reflect many of the priorities community banks and credit unions had in 2023. The institution can more easily capitalize on opportunities and avoid unnecessary risk.

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Jeff For Banks

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Source: S&P Capital IQ for Banks-Savings Banks and Credit Unions between $1B-$10B in total assets. YTD=June 30, 2022. Retained earnings is their least expensive form of capital. In some cases, their only form of capital. I posed this question while speaking at a recent conference. Now, perhaps, the lost $11.8

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South State Correspondent

JANUARY 3, 2023

Despite reaching the highest profitability in over a decade in 2022, US banks overall trade at a discount to other sectors as measured by P/E or P/Book, and approximately 53% of US banks have earned less than their cost of equity over the last five years. Operating Leverage – Scale matters.

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Independent Banker

APRIL 30, 2022

Loan providers share an infectious enthusiasm and growing optimism for one vertical’s prospects in 2022: commercial lending. Here’s how community bankers can take advantage of various sectors—including SBA lending—over the next 12 months. anticipates a low double-digit increase in its commercial lending in 2022.

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South State Correspondent

JANUARY 4, 2023

A potential economic slowdown, slower rate rises, an inverted yield curve, and deposit stress likely make 2023 a trying year compared to 2022. Because many banks are now producing below their cost of capital, growth further exacerbates their issues and drives them out of business (likely through a sale) faster.

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South State Correspondent

MAY 3, 2023

Bank executives that measure and manage the balance sheet based on the fair value of assets and liabilities invariable will change risk behavior, compensation structures, and capital allocation for the long-term benefit of shareholders. The other fundamental concept that makes sense for all banks to adopt is fund transfer pricing (FTP).

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South State Correspondent

MAY 2, 2023

Bank executives that measure and manage the balance sheet based on the fair value of assets and liabilities invariable will change risk behavior, compensation structures, and capital allocation for the long-term benefit of shareholders. The other fundamental concept that makes sense for all banks to adopt is fund transfer pricing (FTP).

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South State Correspondent

MAY 2, 2023

Bank executives that measure and manage the balance sheet based on the fair value of assets and liabilities invariable will change risk behavior, compensation structures, and capital allocation for the long-term benefit of shareholders. The other fundamental concept that makes sense for all banks to adopt is fund transfer pricing (FTP).

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2022

These community banks are working to fix that through microlending programs. Now, some community banks are launching microlending programs to redress the balance. which operates $12 billion-asset OceanFirst Bank N.A. The bank partnered in early 2021 with Community LendingWorks, a Springfield, Ore., By Beth Mattson-Teig.

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Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Although the 2022 Top 5 are holding their own and two of them remain in today's Top 5, the 2021 edition included one bank that failed (SVB Financial Group) and one that is voluntarily liquidating (Silvergate). Total return includes two components: capital appreciation and dividends. What a difference a year makes!

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

First National Bank and Black Tech Nation Ventures teamed up to support minority-owned startups in the Pittsburgh community and beyond. Driven by her goal to cultivate a supportive community for diverse tech startups, Kelauni Jasmyn founded the fiscally sponsored nonprofit Black Tech Nation in Pittsburgh in 2018. By Elizabeth Judd.

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Independent Banker

MARCH 31, 2022

From credit union overreach to onerous overregulation, the 2022/23 ICBA board of directors has plenty on its to-do list. Executive committee members tell us what advocacy issues they’ll be focused on during their terms, while board members share their words of wisdom for up-and-coming community bankers: themselves. By Molly Bennett.

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South State Correspondent

MARCH 19, 2023

While every bank will take some level of credit, interest rate, liquidity, and operational risk, the question is this: Are banks in the business of taking risk to earn higher revenue, or are banks managing relationships and should avoid risk (and the higher return) when possible? The markets (i.e.,

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PopularBank

APRIL 3, 2024

The so-called “forgotten middle” has been a hot topic for many owners and operators as they look to enhance the options with independent housing and assisted living, hoping to help those trapped in the middle gap. higher in 2022 than in 2021. Review fees and fee structures to determine the optimal pricing model for the community.

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South State Correspondent

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

.” That same adjustment can be applied to banks’ fixed-rate loans for economic value analysis to better understand value creation and allocation, prioritize future business activity, and better deploy capital. Banks had enough liquidity so it didn’t really matter in terms of day-to-day operations. Capital got scarce.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

How has CECL implementation impacted their operations and reserves for credit losses? The Q1 2023 compliance date is near for smaller SEC-reporting financial institutions and private or not-for-profit banks and credit unions, and progress is decidedly mixed, according to the Abrigo 2022 CECL Survey. CECL's impact on operations.

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Abrigo

JUNE 5, 2023

Banking reports to inform risk management and strategy These reports on capital, growth, and liquidity help financial institutions spot warning signs. Takeaway 2 Reports that assess capital, growth, and liquidity provide banking professionals data to drive decisions.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

Here’s how community banks can enhance their payments offerings. CB Insights revealed that Q3 2022 fintech investments in payments continue to dominate financial services, with early-stage deals reaching a record high even as overall funding begins to cool. Photo by Juan Moyano/Stocksy. By Colleen Morrison. Quick Stat. Source: EY.

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Gonzobanker

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

While AOBA 2022 had its share of execs wanting to “fake it until they make it” with future innovation, credit is due to the bankers who are pouring real financial investment into new fintech experiments. COVID may have accelerated things, but talk of booster shots and workplace policies wasn’t the most striking contrast at AOBA 2022.

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Abrigo

MAY 5, 2022

Other podcasts might be internationally based and of little interest to community financial institutions or credit unions based in the U.S. Main Street Banking: A Podcast for Community Bankers 8. It also examines how community banks are different than other types of financial institutions, along with strategies for optimal operations.

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South State Correspondent

JULY 5, 2022

In a stagflation environment, as interest rates rise and cash flow (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), or net operating income (NOI)) decreases, the borrower’s capacity to service debt as measured by the debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) decreases rapidly.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

While some of the recent trending fraud schemes are not new, they have been transformed to prey on communities already dealing with unprecedented times. billion to fraud in 2022, a 44% increase over the prior year and a trend that has continued into 2023. The downturn in the economy has undoubtedly affected fraud statistics as well.

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South State Correspondent

JUNE 13, 2023

Loan portfolio pipelines (below) are at about 35% from what they were in 4Q of 2022. When interest rates rise, lenders struggle to manage revenue and economic capital; when rates fall, borrowers can commonly refinance the debt at lower rates. This means that banks must be choosy on credit and how loans are structured.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2022

Daniel Galindo, pictured, and Doug Schaeffer of Woodforest National Bank helped involve the community bank in providing funding for and access to affordable housing. We worked with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to jumpstart its down payment assistance program,” recalls Schaeffer. “We

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

We recently spoke with community bank CEOs from across the country to gain insights on how they’re proactively positioning to manage risks and take advantage of growth opportunities in the coming year. Following some respite in 2022, community bankers are bracing for a tougher economic landscape ahead in 2023. Koger Propst.

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Perficient

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Describe a typical day in the life. Perficient, though not new to insurance, is consistently realigning to capitalize on the industry’s digital transformation potential. In my role as our Insurance Principal within our Financial Services business unit, I spearhead our strategy and delivery efforts in insurance.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2021

The CARES Act extended the CECL implementation deadline for many larger community banks until the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Community bankers tell us that while the extension is welcome, they’re already down the road to implementation. ICBA tells FASB CECL isn’t feasible for community banks. By Stephanie Vozza. April 2011.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

A recent survey by Abrigo found that 87 percent of banks surveyed are working to win more small business loans in 2022. Configured vs. Customized Considering the complexity of the banking technology ecosystem, it is rare that a financial institution has the capital and wherewithal to build its own lending software system.

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Bobsguide

MARCH 24, 2022

London, UK, March 24, 2022 – Finastra today announced that its Collateral Management as a Service app – powered by CloudMargin and available through Finastra’s FusionFabric.cloud platform ¬– now incorporates new capabilities to help financial institutions meet the requirements for Uncleared Margin Rules (UMR). About Finastra.

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2022

Here’s how four community banks are thriving in this environment. Clearly, community banks in the region have plenty of opportunities to do what they do best: forge deep and lasting relationships with their customers and communities. These include family-owned businesses, community businesses and operating companies.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 1, 2022

However, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s 2022 Diary of Consumer Payment Choice found that 20% of all payments were conducted using cash. When the bank factors in each of these areas, as well as its decrease in capital expenses, the delta between the two models can quickly disappear.

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Bobsguide

OCTOBER 4, 2022

London, UK – October 3, 2022 – Finastra today revealed a sneak peek at its annual State of the Nation Financial Services research. Open communities: Creating more equitable access to banking. Sustainable environmental and social value creation in financial services has never been more important.

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Gonzobanker

JULY 29, 2021

Unfortunately, mid-size and community banks are margin-dependent machines, where noninterest income only comprises 25% of operating revenue. Management teams have three major places to look for expense reductions that can offset new investments: vendor contracts, branches, and operational spending.

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Abrigo

APRIL 22, 2024

Small business lending is also a prominent line of business for many financial institutions, especially those driven by a mission to help their communities thrive. trillion between 2019 and 2022. Almost half sought credit to grow their businesses, and 28% applied to make repairs or replace capital assets.

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Jeff For Banks

MARCH 5, 2022

Interest rates have risen dramatically since the beginning of 2022, with the 2 year Treasury up.76% The end of 2022 could be very interesting from all angles, including the federal mid-term elections, and may still be full of winter squalls. CoreLogic expects price increases to decline to +3% to +10% during 2022. in January.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

Last year, community bank loan producers were faced with both record-low interest rates and a glut of deposits. But as they always do, they came through for individuals and businesses in their communities with a combination of personalized service and prudent risk management practices. Bunnell; and Doug, Genelle and Jagger Jones.

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Ublocal

JUNE 5, 2023

Working capital is the lifeblood of any business, but it can be challenging for small business owners and entrepreneurs to get conventional financing. Below is a list of the core requirements: Must be an operating business, organized for profit Located in the U.S. and primarily operating in the U.S. Pay taxes to the U.S.

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