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Southside Bancshares, Inc.

SBSI

Financial Services

3w

Potential M&A Opportunities Driven by Texas Bank Acquisitions

Management highlighted recent Texas bank acquisitions as potential dislocation opportunities for hiring and client acquisition.
They see a possibility of acquiring talent and clients from out-of-state acquisitions, with a strategic interest in participating in upcoming seller opportunities in Texas.

Old Second Bancorp, Inc.

OSBC

Financial Services

3w

Impact of Evergreen Bank Acquisition on Capital and Profitability

The acquisition of Evergreen Bank closed on July 1, 2025, and has resulted in less capital consumption than initially expected.
The company repurchased approximately 327,000 shares in a private transaction at $18 per share after the deal closure.
The acquisition has positively influenced book value and capital ratios, with a 144 basis point increase in tangible common equity over the past year.
Management emphasizes that the transaction's fair value adjustments are minimal, simplifying future financial reporting and integration efforts.

Stellar Bancorp, Inc.

STEL

Financial Services

3w

Return to Organic Loan Growth Driven by Market Conditions and M&A Activity

Loan originations nearly doubled in Q2 2025 compared to Q1, reaching $640 million, marking the highest level since 2022.
Pipeline remains healthy, supporting continued growth.
Market dynamics, including increased M&A activity in Texas, are creating opportunities for customer acquisition and talent recruitment amid some disruption.

Third Coast Bancshares, Inc.

TCBX

Financial Services

3w

Successful Execution and Recognition of Securitization Strategy

Third Coast Bancshares closed its second securitization deal in the quarter, demonstrating the viability and replicability of its securitization strategy.
The transaction reduces risk-weighted assets, lowers construction concentrations, and mitigates credit risk.
The company was nominated for North American Transaction of the Year and North American Issuer of the Year at the 2025 SCI Risk Sharing Award Ceremony in London.

Bridgewater Bancshares, Inc.

BWB

Financial Services

3w

Market Disruption from M&A Activity in Twin Cities as Growth Catalyst

Old National's acquisition of Bremer Bank has reintroduced market disruption in the Twin Cities, which historically has contributed to Bridgewater's growth through talent and client acquisition.
Management expects this wave of disruption to continue providing opportunities for market share expansion and client onboarding.
Early signs of traction in capturing new clients and talent are evident, with ongoing marketing efforts to position Bridgewater as a local bank of choice.

Renasant Corporation

RNST

Financial Services

3w

Impact of Merger with The First Bancshares on Balance Sheet and Capital Ratios

Fair value of assets acquired was $7.9 billion, including loans of $5.2 billion.
Liabilities assumed totaled $6.9 billion, with deposits of $6.4 billion.
Preliminary goodwill from the transaction was $428.7 million.
All regulatory capital ratios remain above minimum requirements, indicating a well-capitalized position.

Associated Banc-Corp

ASB

Financial Services

3w

Strategic Focus on Balance Sheet Remixing and Loan Composition Shift

The company is actively shifting its asset base from lower-yielding residential mortgages to higher-yielding commercial and C&I loans, with over $700 million in C&I growth in H1 2025.
This mix shift is driving record net interest income of $300 million in Q2, the strongest in company history.
The ongoing asset remixing is expected to support profitability and margin expansion, with net interest margin climbing above 3%.

IVZ

Financial Services

3w

Strategic Partnership and Capital Reallocation with MassMutual and Barings

Completed repurchase of $1 billion of preferred stock held by MassMutual, strengthening balance sheet.
MassMutual's plan to invest $150 million into Invesco Dynamic Credit Opportunity Fund, supporting private credit strategies.
Partnership with Barings focusing on U.S. wealth channel, with MassMutual supporting with $650 million of capital.
Emphasis on leveraging private markets growth, evolving wealth management offerings, and expanding private market manager partnerships.

SouthState Corporation

SSB

Financial Services

3w

Successful Completion of Texas and Colorado System Conversion Amidst Market Disruption

The bank completed a major IT system conversion in Texas and Colorado, involving 400 staff serving as ambassadors during a 3-week transition.
Over 1,000 employees contributed to the successful conversion, which was described as one of the best in the company's history.
The conversion coincided with a 35% increase in loan production in Texas and Colorado, indicating operational resilience and strategic timing.

Brown & Brown, Inc.

BRO

Financial Services

2w

Successful Acquisition of RSC Topco (Accession) with 8/1 Closing Anticipated

Brown & Brown has completed regulatory approvals for the acquisition of RSC Topco (Accession), with an expected closing date of August 1.
The company completed a successful oversubscribed follow-on equity issuance and multi-tranche bond issuance to finance the deal.
Integration plans are underway, aiming to leverage expanded capabilities and talent from Accession, which has deep specializations and talented personnel.