Community Banking
Greater Atlantic Extends Deal Deadline — for a Third Time
American Banker | Nov 20A private-equity firm's deal to buy the struggling Greater Atlantic Financial in Reston, Va., is getting more time to close.
Viewpoint: Wall Street-Main Street Divide's a Gaping Issue
American Banker | Nov 20Banks and bankers have got to make every effort to restore the industry's reputation. There is no silver bullet to accomplish this, but here are some steps that would help.
New Buyer Scopes Out Failures in Central States
American Banker | Nov 19A new group formed to buy failing banks plans to use its recent deal for tiny, well-capitalized Palisades National Bank as a springboard for further acquisitions.
Imperial Says It Sees 'Progress' on Capital
American Banker | Nov 20Imperial Capital Bancorp, which must raise $218 million of capital quickly to satisfy regulators, is talking with several potential investors, its CEO said.
Hanmi in Shelf Filing for Up to $200M
American Banker | Nov 20Hanmi Financial has filed a shelf registration to raise up to $200 million.
Bank of Georgia in 3Q Loss on Loan Woe
American Banker | Nov 20Georgia Bancshares in Peachtree City said Thursday that it had lost $1.9 million in the third quarter, bringing its loss for first nine months of the year to $7.6 million.
More Community Banking News
- Westamerica Buys Back Tarp Shares
- Horizon Seeks to Raise $5 Million
- Executive Changes
- Indiana's CFS Might Seek Buyer
- California's SVB to Raise $300M, Repay Tarp
- Wisconsin Credit Union to Buy 11 AnchorBank Sites
- Regional Banks Taking Role in Funding Small-Firm M&A
- Royal CU to Buy 11 AnchorBank Branches
- Infographic: Retail Deposit Rates by Product Line
- Ohio Legacy to Get Infusion of Capital

