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John R. Koelmel

Managing Partner

John R. Koelmel is the former CEO of First Niagara Bank, and is currently managing partner of JRK Advisors LLC.

Small business

Memo to bankers: Don't attack SBA program, make it better

Yes, the Small Business Administration's emergency funding program for the coronavirus crisis is off to a rocky start, but that shouldn't stop banks from helping customers in need.

By John R. Koelmel

April 3

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Earnings

Key is downbeat on U.S. economy, upbeat on its own outlook

The Cleveland-based bank is projecting steady growth in net interest income even as credit losses remain manageable. But Chairman and CEO Chris Gorman also said that he thinks a recession is likely.

By John Reosti

April 18
Commercial lending

Texas Capital reports 53% jump in criticized loans, plans for more

The first-quarter increase involved commercial real estate loans, including some problematic multifamily loans and an office credit, but none of the criticized loans were to consumers, officials at the Dallas company say. Further CRE deterioration is anticipated.

By Allissa Kline

April 18
Earnings

How loan-hungry Ally is preparing for the Fed's upcoming speed limit

The Detroit-based company is exploring ways to make more consumer auto loans without running afoul of stricter capital standards that are expected from the Federal Reserve. Possible approaches include more securitizations and the use of credit risk transfers.

By Polo Rocha

April 18