Abrigo

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Fortify your credit risk management framework How to prepare your organization for scrutiny of its credit risk management practices during your next exam or review. . You might also like this whitepaper, "Stress Testing: Managing Capital Levels and Credit Risk." keep me informed. Know your limits.

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Abrigo

APRIL 22, 2024

Recent dynamics of the small business lending market A deep understanding of the small business lending landscape and potential efficiencies can help banks and credit unions grow their portfolios. You might also like this guide for smarter, faster small business lending. Record new business formation and a wider gap between U.S.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 1, 2022

What are model risk management and model validation? Model risk management (MRM) is a framework of systemic oversight of the models a financial institution or organization relies on for financial reporting, decision-making, and other critical purposes. Model governance overview. Federal guidance. Validation teams.

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Abrigo

MAY 22, 2024

Recent stats and dynamics of the small business lending market Understanding the small business lending landscape and potential efficiencies can help banks and credit unions grow their portfolios. You might also like this guide for smarter, faster small business lending. Record new business formation and a wider gap between U.S.

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Abrigo

MARCH 21, 2023

WATCH Takeaway 1 Earning more income and mitigating interest rate risk isn’t as simple as charging higher rates on loans and earning higher rates on the investment portfolio. Takeaway 2 Some banks and credit unions were late movers and are now scrambling to lock in funding for the short term to meet liquidity and capital needs.

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South State Correspondent

MARCH 13, 2023

The longer the duration in the investment portfolio, the shorter the duration should be on the lending portfolio. A small handful of their venture capital customers held a large influence over the majority of their customer base. The customer segment is such that they tend to follow each other and are active users of social media.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Businesses' working capital cycles are longer. Bank and credit union leaders can use data to inform small business lending Small businesses are showing resilience. Despite borrowing more and tapping credit lines, they're managing leverage and meeting debt obligations, according to Abrigo's proprietary data. Nearly all U.S.

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Abrigo

MARCH 22, 2017

The 2017 Risk Management Summit presented by Sageworks is set for September 25-27th in Denver, CO. The Summit is the industry’s leading life-of-loan conference, spanning business development through portfolio risk management in a CECL - current expected credit loss - world. The finalized agenda will be published in April.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

As credit unions await the finalization of the National Credit Union Administration’s (NCUA) proposed changes to rules for business lending, they may do well to remember Spider-Man’s creed that “With great power comes great responsibility.” The comment period for the NCUA’s proposed member-business lending rule closed Aug.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 30, 2024

Prepare now for potential changes to FHLBs Capital rules and membership criteria are among the areas where banks could see changes in how the Federal Home Loan Bank system operates. You might also like these popular resources on interest rate risk, liquidity, and CECL.

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Abrigo

JULY 25, 2017

In a recent Sageworks webinar Robert Ashbaugh, senior risk management consultant at Sageworks, discusses High Volatility Commercial Real Estate (HVCRE) lending best practices. These caps were 100% of capital for construction loans, and 300% for all investor CRE. How did we get here? What are HVCRE loans?

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

The hundreds of people attending the 2017 Risk Management Summit hosted by Sageworks heard from dozens of thought leaders in the financial services industry. The Sageworks Risk Management Summit is the industry’s leading life-of-loan conference, with topics spanning business development through portfolio risk in a CECL world.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 2, 2023

3-pronged approach Identifying and quantifying CRE risks Most financial institutions have taken a three-pronged approach to identifying and quantifying risks associated with their CRE segments. Executives should be prepared to discuss credit risk stress testing outcomes and their impact on risk management decisions.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Support credit risk management Understanding loan covenants, when financial institutions should use them, and how to monitor them supports strong lending portfolios and credit risk management best practices. Takeaway 2 Capital, performance, and administrative covenants are common with business loans.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Stress Testing | 7 minute read Key Takeaways Stress testing is an important component of sound risk management. Top down and bottom up analysis can inform capital assessments. Stress testing provides banks and credit unions with a unique opportunity to better manage their institution’s financial performance. .

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Key Takeaways Financial institutions who want to maintain a healthy share of business lending this year and through potentially tougher economic times ahead want to be in the best position possible before trouble hits. Abrigo's Business Lending Readiness Survey found many processes stymie those efforts. learn more.

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Abrigo

JULY 20, 2021

From leveraging PPP technology to building relationships, reasons for boosting SBA lending are numerous. . Takeaway 1 SBA lending can expand your product offerings to help win deals with prospects and existing business customers or members. Why SBA Lending? Would you like others articles like this in your inbox? 1 and Sept.

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Banking Exchange

AUGUST 11, 2021

Large banks will have capital requirements of up to 13.4%, to ensure their survival in a severe recession and to still be able to lend Risk Management Compliance Duties Feature3 Feature.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 10, 2023

How industry analysis can improve your credit risk management Understanding your customers' businesses leads to better loan pricing, structure, and risk management. You might also like this webinar series, "Tackling common credit risk questions during challenging times." Get more credit risk best practices.

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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. They help manage and shape strategy in volatile economic and industry conditions. the Community Bank Leverage Ratio (CBLR) and the minimum Tier 1 leverage ratio).

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

As banks are increasingly playing a bigger role in commercial real estate lending, it is more important than ever to ensure proper risk management practices. As a result, many banks are moving back into commercial real estate lending and borrowers are presented with more options. According to Forbes , U.S.

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Abrigo

MAY 14, 2021

How can financial risk models within the bank or credit union benefit from using the same sheet music? Check out this webinar on Enterprise Risk Management. Takeaway 1 Enterprise Risk Management is a priority for financial institution leaders but still maturing. The Importance of Effective Risk Management.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Takeaway 2 With proper planning and effective strategies, the scheduling process can be made more manageable at your financial institution. Takeaway 3 Credit analysts need training to understand the working capital cycle, look for hidden risks, and be aware of accounting changes. Talk to a specialist to learn more.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Top banking risk management papers and infographics Abrigo experts' insights on deposit pricing, stress testing, loan review, and CECL were popular with banking risk professionals. You might also like this webinar, "Unraveling risk rating: Making sense of your best early warning tool." Here are the top resources.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Key Takeaways Commercial real estate lending will be a top focus for many financial institutions in 2020. Despite expectations for growth, bankers, regulators, investors, and others are watchful about potentially lower returns and credit risks ahead. Heading into 2020, banks seem to be continuing to respond to risk concerns.

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Abrigo

JULY 1, 2015

A segmentation strategy, though, is a great place to start to nail down an effective and efficient process – not only will it serve a substantial purpose for the ALLL, but also as a larger risk management tool. To best understand that risk, bankers look at segments of the portfolio to monitor performance over time.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Like many venture capital companies in the payments space, Serent Capital has had a busy year. 15 with the announcement of the launch of its fourth fund, Serent Capital IV — at $750 million. 15 with the announcement of the launch of its fourth fund, Serent Capital IV — at $750 million. That was followed on Dec.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Now, many of the nearly 5,500 SBA-approved lenders that are participating in the PPP are weighing the option of leveraging that technology to continue to provide SBA lending after PPP. Leveraging tech for SBA lending after PPP. Or, they might wonder whether it’s too late to start 7(a) lending if they’ve never done it before the PPP.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Takeaway 3 Updates on interest rate forecasting and best practices for managing CRE risk were among the most-read blogs. Abrigo's most popular risk management blogs over the last 12 months cover topics that continue to catch the attention of professionals and regulators. Which credit areas need routine "maintenance"?

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the CRE example, this might mean considering the plan’s effect on capital or overall interest rate. Learn to identify emerging CRE credit risk red flags. Learn to identify emerging CRE credit risk red flags. Make sure you have considered the plan from all angles before moving on to planning its implementation.

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South State Correspondent

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Current Risk in Term Lending. While community banks may want the ability to offer longer-term fixed-rate loans, the interest rate risk is too significant for most banks’ balance sheets. With no additional reporting, no additional accounting, and no capital or collateral costs, the bank retains the full relationship.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Managing loan workouts and modifications Tips for preparing your bank or credit union to handle an increased volume of problem loans while ensuring prudent credit risk management. You might also like this video, "A look at credit risk in a rising-rate environment." Loan performance since 2020 Chart 2. Watch webinar.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 2, 2019

The funding will be used to grow FinAccel’s credit lending app Kredivo, and develop additional financial services. The company said it has raised more than $200 million in debt and equity in 2019, and has raised $140 million in equity to date.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 12, 2020

But the latest initiatives reveal a growing interest in transforming internal processes, particularly among smaller banks looking to upgrade their core infrastructure and elevate small business lending operations. Equiniti Eyes APIs for Risk Management. FirstBank Taps Finxact for Core Infrastructure.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Now, many of the nearly 5,500 SBA-approved lenders that are participating in the PPP are weighing the option of leveraging that technology to continue to provide SBA lending after PPP. Leveraging tech for SBA lending after PPP. Or, they might wonder whether it’s too late to start 7(a) lending if they’ve never done it before the PPP.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 29, 2020

Key Takeaways The FDIC issued an advisory to FIs encouraging safe and sound lending practices in today's ag lending environment. FDIC) issued an advisory to financial institutions encouraging exceptionally safe and sound lending practices in agricultural lending. Leverage technology to mitigate risk and gain efficiency.

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

They should be knowledgeable of both sound lending practices and their own institution’s specific lending guidelines. In addition, they should be familiar with pertinent laws and regulations affecting credit and lending activities. But what if the minimum expectations are set so high that it discourages wannabe loan reviewers?

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