South State Correspondent

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

On September 7, 2023, the FDIC released its banking profile. In this article, we analyze the underlying data for community banks and focus on the Chairman’s view of the future of bank performance. The graph below shows that community banks had a bigger decline in NIM (10bps QoQ) than the industry average (7bps QoQ).

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South State Correspondent

AUGUST 15, 2023

Since our last update on 2Q credit HERE , 3Q commercial loan pricing trends start with a better economic picture as higher than-planned growth and softer inflationary data have changed part of the market’s outlook. The post 3Q 2023 Commercial Loan Pricing Trends appeared first on SouthState Correspondent Division.

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South State Correspondent

JANUARY 18, 2023

However, in 2023, loan prepayment provisions will be essential tools for commercial banks. The first is a step-down, and it is by far the most common prepayment provision used by community banks. The post Why Prepayment Penalties Matter in 2023 appeared first on SouthState Correspondent Division.

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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. 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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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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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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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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South State Correspondent

APRIL 22, 2024

In a few short months, stronger economic data (higher GDP, stronger job market, and stubborn inflation) changed the market’s and the Fed’s view on the future path of interest rates. The market and the Fed are now aligning on only one rate cut in 2024 – obviously this will change over the course of the year as the economic data evolves.

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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

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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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

JUNE 18, 2024

Deposit costs and liquidity remain a challenge for some community banks as competition for core funding remains intense. The graph below compares the liquidity ratio for community banks (under $10B in assets) and banks over $100B in assets. This deposit and loan repricing mismatch caused NIM pressure at community banks.

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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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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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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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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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Perficient

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In November 2022, the Treasury Department explored opportunities and risks related to the use of AI in its report assessing the impact of new entrant non-bank firms on competition in consumer finance markets, for which the department conducted extensive outreach.

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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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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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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

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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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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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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South State Correspondent

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The remaining LIBOR cash and derivative instruments will continue until June 30, 2023. Robustness/Volume – The more entities that use the index, the more likely they will survive stress in the market and the less likely it is to be unavailable when needed in a market meltdown. Term SOFR vs. Daily SOFR.

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Jeff For Banks

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Financial Markets Update – Third Quarter 2024 I had a fantastic September traveling to France and Luxembourg with my sisters. You wouldn’t know we have recession risk when stocks are rampaging; markets crashed for a day on August 5 th but recovered in mere days. 8% over the low in 2023 of 3.4% 8% over the low in 2023 of 3.4%

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Abrigo

AUGUST 30, 2024

Wake of 2023 bank failures Federal Housing Finance Agency review prompts reform The Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) system faces potential changes in its structure, operations, and mission that could affect financial institutions. The FHLB was established in 1932 during the Great Depression as a way to prop up a problematic housing market.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In conversations with community banks and credit unions across the country, we’re hearing about a significant increase in line utilization, raising questions about both liquidity and credit risk. However, recent data from Abrigo shows that privately held companies across the U.S. are displaying their financial resilience. Nearly all 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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Abrigo

AUGUST 13, 2024

As a result, you must wade through a bunch of podcasts on financial markets or general business news to find podcasts focused on the banking industry itself. Other podcasts might be internationally based and of little interest to community financial institutions or credit unions based in the U.S. The Community Bank Podcast 10.

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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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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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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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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

JANUARY 25, 2024

The 10-year treasury hit just over 5% in October 2023, and interest rate volatility is the highest since the great financial crises, as shown in the graph below (ICE swap volatility index). If rates rise, the bank eats this cost often not knowing that there is a negative mark-to-market value on the loan from Day One.

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Jeff For Banks

JULY 1, 2024

Financial Markets Update – Second Quarter 2024 A dream vacation! Between March 2022, and July 2023, the Fed increased rates by 525 basis points, with Fed Funds at 5.50% ever since. One of the components of the LEI which is up strongly is the S&P 500 stock market index, by +14.5%. It was so beautiful and lots of fun.

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