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Third Coast Bancshares, Inc.

TCBX

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

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.

TrustCo Bank Corp NY

TRST

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic Capital Deployment for Lending in Favorable Rate Environment

TrustCo's strategy over recent years has been to amass capital specifically to lend out during periods of favorable interest rates.
The company has capitalized on rising loan demand and competitive borrowing conditions to increase lending activities.
This approach has supported margin expansion and loan growth, with a focus on community lending.

Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp.

MCB

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic Share Repurchase Programs and Capital Management

Metropolitan Bank announced a second $50 million share repurchase program, following a previous $50 million buyback at a discount to book value.
The company also declared its first dividend as a publicly traded entity, emphasizing a focus on long-term shareholder value.
Management indicated that they do not plan to raise additional capital in the near term, but remain open to reevaluating opportunities.

Byline Bancorp, Inc.

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Successful Integration of First Security Acquisition and System Upgrade

Completed the acquisition of First Security, adding $280 million in deposits and $153 million in loans.
System conversion and integration finalized by end of April, with all related costs included in expenses.
The transaction enhanced commercial relationships and contributed to loan and deposit growth.

QCR Holdings, Inc.

QCRH

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Significant Loan Growth Driven by LIHTC and Traditional Banking

Quarterly loan growth reached 8% annualized, driven by strong new loan production in LIHTC and traditional banking segments.
Growth impacted by runoff of M2 equipment finance loans, with a net effect of approximately 8%-10% gross loan growth for the second half of the year.
Management remains optimistic about continued solid loan growth, with a focus on expanding in CRE and C&I sectors.

Arbor Realty Trust, Inc.

ABR

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Successful High-Yield Unsecured Debt Offering and Credit Rating Achievement

Arbor completed its first high-yield unsecured debt offering, raising $500 million.
Proceeds were used to pay off all convertible debt and add $200 million of liquidity.
Received BB credit ratings from Moody's and Fitch, reinforcing platform quality and diversification.

Banc of California, Inc.

BANC

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic Loan Sales and Balance Sheet Optimization

Opportunistic sale of approximately $507 million of commercial real estate loans with expected net proceeds of 95%.
Loan sales aimed at optimizing balance sheet and driving high-quality, sustainable earnings growth.
Proactive management of credit risk by selling loans exhibiting credit migration characteristics, despite being well collateralized.
Expected $243 million of loan sales to close in Q3, with remaining $233 million over subsequent quarters.
Loan sales primarily rate-driven rather than credit-driven, with a focus on reducing overhang and improving credit quality metrics.

The Bancorp, Inc.

TBBK

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Consumer fintech loans growth

871%

871% year-over-year

Consumer fintech loans increased [ 871% ] year-over-year to $680.5 million and 19% over the linked quarter.

Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida

SBCF

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Financial Performance Summary

Allowance for credit losses totaled $142.2 million or 1.34% of total loans, with total loss absorption capacity of $250.6 million or 2.36% of loans.
Asset quality remained sound with nonperforming loans declining to 0.61% of total loans and net charge-offs at $2.5 million (9 basis points annualized).
Asset quality remained strong with nonperforming loans declining to 0.61% of total loans and net charge-offs at $2.5 million or 9 basis points annualized.
Capital ratios remain strong with Tier 1 capital at 14.6% and tangible common equity to tangible assets at 9.75%.
Capital ratios remain strong with Tier 1 capital ratio at 14.6% and tangible common equity to tangible assets at 9.75%, and tangible book value per share increased 12% year-over-year to $17.19.
Loan growth was strong at an annualized 6.4%, with production of $854 million and a robust pipeline of $921 million.
Net income increased 36% sequentially to $42.7 million or $0.50 per share, with adjusted net income up 39% to $44.5 million or $0.52 per share.
Net interest income grew 7% to $126.9 million, driven by loan growth and lower deposit costs.
Net interest income rose 7% to $126.9 million, driven by loan growth and lower deposit costs, with net interest margin expanding 10 basis points to 3.58%.
Net interest margin expanded 10 basis points to 3.58%, or 5 basis points excluding accretion on acquired loans.
Noninterest expense was $91.7 million, including $2.4 million in merger-related expenses, with an adjusted efficiency ratio improving to 55.4%.
Noninterest expense was $91.7 million, including $2.4 million merger-related expenses, with adjusted efficiency ratio improving from 59.5% to 55.4%.
Noninterest income increased 10% year-over-year to $24.5 million excluding securities activity, supported by treasury management, wealth, and insurance businesses.
Noninterest income increased 10% year-over-year to $24.5 million, supported by treasury management, wealth, and insurance businesses.
Return on assets improved to 1.08%, and return on tangible common equity rose to 12.8%.
Return on assets improved to 1.08%, return on tangible common equity to 12.8%, and the adjusted efficiency ratio improved to 55%.

Cadence Bank

CADE

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Successful Acquisition and Integration of Industry Bank Shares

Cadence Bank completed the acquisition of Industry Bank Shares on July 1, 2025, and finalized operational integration last week, fully merging the two banks under the Cadence brand.
The transaction was described as a 'home run' due to its size and complexity, especially regarding the securities portfolio.
Management highlighted that the securities disposition during Q3 was better than initial estimates, positively impacting tangible book value.
The acquisition added significant market presence in Central Texas and Georgia, with management optimistic about future growth in these regions.
The improved purchase accounting marks, including a $143 million increase in intangible equity, shortened the earn-back period to approximately two and a half years.

Cadence Bank

CADE

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Rapid Acquisition Timeline and Portfolio Liquidation of Industry Bancshares

Cadence Bank completed the acquisition of Industry Bancshares on July 1, 2025, just 67 days after announcement, showcasing an unusually swift integration process.
Immediately after closing, Cadence liquidated $1.9 billion of securities from Industry's sizable municipal portfolio, converting it into liquidity for reinvestment and risk management.
The remaining securities from Industry's portfolio were reduced to under $600 million, with strategic reinvestment of $1 billion in securities yielding over 5.25% and $900 million used to lower wholesale funding.
Cadence also implemented $550 million in interest rate swaps to hedge residual interest rate volatility, indicating a proactive approach to managing post-acquisition risks.

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