Freedom Northwest in Idaho hopes a proposal from the NCUA will help it bring in more deposits to fund a fast-growing mortgage business. Banks are crying foul.

Paramount Financial Technologies says its software can help banks answer key questions about their branch networks, including when it makes sense to expand them.

As credit unions buy up community banks, policymakers should take another look at ending the industry’s tax exemption and regulatory breaks.

Columbia plans to incorporate certain aspects of Stewardship Financial's charitable giving into its own foundation.

The North Dakota company agreed to buy the $90 million-asset Prairie Mountain Bank.

Diverse economies and a limited number of sellers are making markets like Tampa, Fla., a hot spot for growth-minded banks.

Provident Bancorp, one of the nation's oldest active banks, is setting the stage to become a fully stock-owned company.

The North Carolina company will have two branches remaining in South Carolina after the sale closes.

Nominated for a full term at the central bank, Michelle Bowman told senators that bankers should not fear repercussions for servicing hemp growers after the crop was legalized.

DNB had been facing pressure from an activist investor to consider selling itself.

The company will pick up five branches as part of the $48 million deal.

The most profitable banks in American Banker’s annual rankings frequently produce year after year. That success requires rigorous budgeting and planning, timely analysis and more.

The company has agreed to buy Trinity Bancorp for $27 million in cash and stock.

Many community banks have given up on national mortgage platforms as not worth the effort, but organizers of NXG Bank in Maryland say they have a plan to make one work.

Regional and small banks are striking digital partnerships and launching new savings offerings as they attempt to steal away business from bigger institutions.

Northpointe Bancshares sold stock to an affiliate of Castle Creek Capital.

Michael Ward, a former CEO at Mrs. Fields Famous Brands, has been a Prime Alliance director for 14 years.

Someone reportedly was burning paper at the Texas bank on a recent Saturday night, and a state regulator cited "insider fraud and abuse" after Enloe was closed.

Year to date through Mar. 31, 2019. Dollars in thousands.

Year to date through Mar. 31, 2019. Dollars in thousands.