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. While the current growth rate needs to be left to each bank based on their capital cost, market, and risk tolerance, the general guide is that growth should be in the 3% to 5% range for this year.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

ICBA is leaning into it, bringing its ThinkTECH Accelerator program and innovation efforts in-house to provide community bankers with targeted solutions. Stevens’ novel, The Lies About Truth , that captures our ethos heading into 2023: “If nothing changes, nothing changes. You want change, make some.” Continuing digital transformation.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Preparing for 2023 While community banks have until 2023 until they must comply with CECL, there is likely less time than expected. . 2023 CECL Deadline? Each quarter represents an opportunity to refine the CECL model prior to 2023. The time is now to ensure you are ready for January 1, 2023.”

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South State Correspondent

JANUARY 22, 2023

In a previous article ( here ), we discussed why commercial loan prepayment protection would be a critical return on asset (ROA) driver for community banks in 2023. However, many community banks cannot hedge all of their commercial loans. This cost to the bank is shown in the graph below.

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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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South State Correspondent

JUNE 13, 2023

We see borrowers trying to out-predict the market by guessing what the Fed might do, analyzing economic trends, studying graphs, or talking to friends at cocktail parties. No one can time the market when purchasing a stock or locking in financing costs – the market is too efficient and unpredictable.

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South State Correspondent

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Last week, the American Banking Association (ABA) held its annual Bank Marketing Conference in Denver, receiving rave reviews. The theme was – developing your marketing superpowers. Amid the brewery networking, superhero costumes, and fun, some fantastic bank marketing lessons were had, and not just for bank marketers.

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Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 10, 2023

I chose five years because banks that focus on year over year returns tend to cut strategic investments come budget time, which hurts their market position, earnings power, and future relevance more than those that make those investments. Communities First Financial Corporation (Now FFB Bancorp) (OTCQX: FFBB) #2. Congratulations! #5

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South State Correspondent

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

On September 20, 2023, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) left its benchmark rate unchanged, but it would be a mistake to conclude that the committee did not send a strong message about the projected path of future interest rates. in 2023 and slightly higher in 2024.

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South State Correspondent

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Banks will need annual authorization to use the data and will need to “minimize” the data that is being used to just the essential elements, thereby putting a crimp in future bank marketing efforts. The post Recap of Money 20/20 USA 2023 and 10 Banking Thoughts appeared first on SouthState Correspondent Division.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 26, 2022

Be recognized as one of community banking’s best employers. In a tight labor market, companies need to do all they can to attract and retain the best and brightest. The first step is to nominate your community bank—you can do that by clicking the link below. Please send a note to nominations@icbabanks.org. -->. Leadership.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The most-read lending & credit blogs in 2023 Probability of default, CECL model validation, and stress testing were among Abrigo's top blogs on ALM, CECL, and portfolio risk this year. 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.

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2023

Illustration by Maïté Franchi With educational sessions on hot‑button issues, inspirational speakers and beneficial networking opportunities, ICBA LIVE is the greatest community banking event in the country. Taking place in Honolulu from March 12–16, 2023, ICBA LIVE provides concrete benefits to community banks in three important ways: 1.

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William Mills

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Our marketing team recently attended HubSpot’s annual INBOUND conference in Boston, Mass. with over 11,000 business, marketing, and sales professionals to network and learn from HubSpot leaders and top industry experts. It’s where careers take off, businesses begin to scale, and community changes us for the better."

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Gonzobanker

AUGUST 24, 2023

High interest rates have forced many banks to pay more to retain deposits (often via brokered deposits), while many institutions have seen deposits flee to higher-yielding money market funds. The crisis the WSJ is alluding to is the short-term “crisis of 2023.” Bond losses. Determining a new strategic focus.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 12, 2020

In an interview with Karen Webster, Boston Federal Reserve Chief Operating Officer and FedNow Program Executive Ken Montgomery said the central bank’s ambitious payments initiative remains on track — and will inject competition into the instant payments market. He noted there has been additional input from the FedNow Community of 700 members.

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Independent Banker

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

As community banks navigate this process, there are plenty of resources available to answer questions and provide guidance. Three sources of information on FedNow As community banks look to take advantage of this new opportunity, they seek resources to help them navigate the journey.

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Jeff For Banks

MARCH 21, 2024

In the markets, we watched helplessly as real GDP plummeted -5% in 1Q20 and -31% in 2Q20 before rebounding by +33% in 3Q20. No one will forget the inflation that followed in 2021 to 2023, started first by supply chain issues, but then fueled by the Fed’s purchases and the obscene amount of cash handed out by the federal government.

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South State Correspondent

APRIL 9, 2024

We estimate that the average contractual loan commitment for term credit at community banks has decreased from just under five years in 2022 to just under three years currently. Community banks should carefully consider the prudence of such a strategy from both a risk and revenue perspective. cuts through the end of the year.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2021

A profitability strategy has a lot to factor in given today’s uncertain market. Here’s what community bankers need to know when planning their budgets for the next year. Luckily, there are several strategies in community banks’ toolbox for boosting profitability, even in a low interest rate environment. By Cheryl Winokur Munk.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

LISTEN Takeaway 1 Effective CRE risk management involves adapting to changing market fundamentals to avoid excessive loan losses. Takeaway 2 Pressures on builders, tighter CRE underwriting, and excess vacant office space are some of the indicators pointing to potential market risks. CBRE stated recently that the share of U.S.

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South State Correspondent

JUNE 21, 2022

This regime is now changing, and community banks need to position their lending and deposit portfolios for a period of monetary tightening. The market, however, expects a higher year-end Fed Funds rate at 3.65%. The market expects a 75bps increase in July, two more 50bps increases, and another 25bps increase in December 2022.

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Perficient

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

I see myself as a resource for sellers throughout Perficient by offering thought leadership and strategy that elevate conversations with our insurance clients and prospects. How would you say your role supports Perficient and our clients? We’re developing industry solutions needed by many of the largest insurance companies in the market.

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South State Correspondent

JULY 30, 2023

How should community banks target and compare their ROE to the industry and their peer group, and what defines a top-performing bank? Community banks (assets under $10B) composed 14.3% Community banks (assets under $10B) composed 14.3% The graph below shows the quarterly ROE for all community banks from 1984 to Q1/2023.

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South State Correspondent

JUNE 20, 2023

The futures market forecasts one additional hike in 2023, but more importantly, no interest rate decreases this year. The Fed’s Dot Plot now shows a 5.625% terminal fed funds rate in 2023 and a 4.75% rate at the end of 2024. The tone of the Fed is also hawkish in an attempt to cool a resilient economy.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2022

A convergence of economic and marketplace factors presents community banks with new opportunities for innovation and growth as they look to the new year. While challenging for some, this convergence of economic and marketplace factors presents community banks with new opportunities for innovation and growth as they look to the new year.

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ABA Community Banking

MAY 12, 2023

The post Podcast: Analyzing first-quarter earnings and 2023 annual meetings appeared first on ABA Banking Journal. First quarter earnings reports are done, and bank shareholder meetings are currently going on, and rarely have these activities been in the public spotlight as now in the wake of three significant bank failures.

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Bussman Advisory

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Join our community of 50,000+ subscribers and stay informed on the latest trends and news in the FinTech & AI world with the weekly newsletter provided by Bussmann Advisory. This week’s must-know stories: Metro Bank’s Financial Struggles: Will Metro Bank in the UK be 2023’s next banking collapse?

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Abrigo

MAY 24, 2023

Takeaway 2 Considering the urgent need for a legislative solution, the SAFE Banking Act of 2023 could bridge the gap between state and federal marijuana laws. The new 2023 version of the SAFE Banking Act was introduced in the House of Representatives ( HR2891 ) and the Senate ( S1323 ) in May 2023.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

And with 2023, we have no shortage of adventures awaiting us. It’s a challenge to be sure, but it’s one that community banks have previously faced with strength. In fact, this is when community banks shine, bringing stability to customers simply by being relationship bankers who see them and know them. Rebeca Romero Rainey.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2022

FedNow can be another positive differentiator for our nation’s community banks, but we must be ready for this real-time service and its 24/7/365 requirements.”. By mid-2023, we will be able to begin offering this solution to our customers. Formulate marketing campaigns to inform customers. Photo by Chris Williams. My Top Four.

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South State Correspondent

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This article provides an update on pricing trends driven by our Loan Command aggregated community bank data and highlights some commercial loan insights that can improve bank performance. percentage points bringing forward looking LGD to 44% of the average community bank loan amount.

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South State Correspondent

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Most market participants are focused on just one monetary policy tool available to the Fed – short-term, federal funds rates. Community banks’ COF increased 18bps in Q3/23 sequentially, while the Fed has been on pause since July. This will result in a cost of funding in 2024 that is higher than in 2023 for most banks.

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South State Correspondent

JULY 26, 2023

The bigger risk to community banks’ business model is not a moderate recession induced by aggressive interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve. The Atlanta Fed GDPNow forecast is for Q2 GDP to be just under 2.50%, and the Fed Funds futures market continues to push out the start of the interest rate cuts. Yield pickup.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 9, 2020

In 2013, Walmart opened 214 stores in Mexico, which is its largest foreign market with 3,407 stores, more than in any other country outside the U.S. We will continue working for the welfare of the communities where we have a presence.”. Walmart also opened 27 stores in Central America in 2019. In support of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada

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Jeff For Banks

APRIL 4, 2024

The Fed has paused for nearly a year now, and it was our experience in 2006-07 that bank cost of funds continued to increase as the market closed the delta between what someone could earn in a money market mutual fund and a bank account. But not until $1 trillion went from banking to money markets.

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

How we hire, retain, recruit and advance our missions amid momentous change will remain a key topic for community bank leaders and will influence our plans for the future. This month’s issue focuses on the best banks to work for, because community banking is about so much more than transactions. Where I’ll Be.

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