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FNBH desperately needs capital after regulators shot down a plan that had a hefty percentage of debt. The company is hoping an equity infusion by a big investor will help it get on track.
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Sussex Bancorp (SSBX) in Franklin, N.J., has completed a $7.2 million capital raise.
August 6
Columbia Commercial Bancorp (CLBC) in Hillsboro, Ore., has completed a $6.6 million capital raise through a private placement offering.
The $325.4 million-asset bank
"This transaction will significantly strengthen the financial position of the company and the bank and aid in our ability to execute our plan for growth and increasing shareholder value," Chief Executive Rick Roby said in a press release.
Columbia plans to use some of the net proceeds to retire outstanding convertible subordinated debentures and to make deferred interest payments on other debt. About $3.3 million will be used to enhance capital levels and support further growth, the company said.
It had a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 9.4%, and total risk-based capital of 12.6%, as of June 30.