Cap Markets

Brookline to buy First Commons Bank in Massachusetts

Brookline will pay $56 million in cash and stock for First Commons in a deal that will add $324 million in assets.

Community banking Jackie Stewart September 21

Community banking Jackie Stewart September 21
First American to buy Southport Financial

The cash acquisition allows First American to expand its operations in Kenosha, Wis.

Community banking Paul Davis September 20

Community banking Paul Davis September 20
This banker’s how-to guide to beating grueling de novo process

David Dotherow, CEO of the newly formed Winter Park National Bank, stresses the need for strong management and a straightforward business plan when applying for a charter.

Community banking John Reosti September 15

Community banking John Reosti September 15
Dutch State sells stake of about $1.8 billion in ABN Amro

The Dutch government sold a third stake in ABN Amro Group NV, taking advantage of a rally in the shares of the nationalized lender.

Commercial banking September 15

Commercial banking September 15
Credit Suisse takes $80 million charge on MassMutual settlement

Credit Suisse Group AG said it settled lawsuits brought by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. over the sale of mortgage-backed securities before the financial crisis.

MBS September 15

MBS September 15
Acquisitions possible after First Internet raises $45 million

The Indiana company could also use proceeds from the planned stock sale to pay off debt.

Capital Allison Prang September 15

Capital Allison Prang September 15
BancFirst to buy pair of Oklahoma banks

The company will add $370 million in assets after buying the parent companies for First Bank & Trust and First Bank of Chandler.

Community banking Paul Davis September 8

Community banking Paul Davis September 8
North Korea's nuclear threat factors into bank's stock offering

BankGuam, which is looking to sell $20 million of common stock, warned investors that North Korea represents a unique risk to its stock price.

Community banking Laura Alix September 7

Community banking Laura Alix September 7
Eagle Bancorp Montana to buy Ruby Valley Bank

The acquisition will allow Eagle to expand into southwestern Montana.

Community banking Paul Davis September 6

Community banking Paul Davis September 6
FS Bancorp in Wash. plans to raise $20 million

The company said it could use the proceeds to fund acquisitions and to make more loans.

Community banking Allison Prang September 5

Community banking Allison Prang September 5

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