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5 New Year’s Resolutions For Any Sized Bank That You Must Get Right in 2023

South State Correspondent

A potential economic slowdown, slower rate rises, an inverted yield curve, and deposit stress likely make 2023 a trying year compared to 2022. Without the windfall of profit accrued to banks in 2022 because of faster-than-expected rate increases, banks will need to be better allocators of capital. Develop a more innovative process.

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Who were ICBA’s Top Lenders of 2022?

Independent Banker

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. Last year, community bank loan producers were faced with both record-low interest rates and a glut of deposits. By Ed Avis. Methodology. Philadelphia.