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West Bancorporation, Inc.

WTBA

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Market Share Gains from Competitor M&A and Regional Opportunities

The company is capitalizing on recent M&A activity among competitors to gain market share in Minnesota.
Bankers are actively pursuing high-value business and retail deposits to strengthen their position.
Regional markets are showing signs of growth despite broader economic uncertainty.
Management reports that their disciplined calling approach and relationship focus are yielding positive results.
The expansion of market share is a key strategic priority, supported by well-designed facilities and relationship-building efforts.

Regional Management Corp.

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Record Quarterly Revenue and Originations Driven by Digital and Geographic Expansion

Achieved record revenue of $157 million in Q2 2025, up 10% YoY.
Total originations reached a record $510 million, driven by digital channels, auto secured loans, and new branches.
17 new branches since September 2024, with 11 in new markets (California, Arizona, Louisiana), contributing significantly to growth.
Expected to open 5-10 additional branches in the next 6 months, with positive early performance.

Southern Missouri Bancorp, Inc.

SMBC

2025 Q4

Financial Services

3mo

Significant Loan Growth Driven by Sector Diversification and Pipeline Strength

Quarterly loan balances increased by $76 million, or 7.6% annualized, with notable growth in C&I, multifamily, and agricultural production loans.
Loan pipeline for the next 90 days is strong at $224 million, up from $163 million in March and $157 million a year ago.
Despite strong pipeline, expected higher prepayment activity in the upcoming quarter, especially in nonowner-occupied CRE, may temper net loan growth.

Independent Bank Corporation

IBCP

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic Focus on Organic and Inorganic Growth in Michigan

The company emphasizes organic growth as the primary driver but remains open to inorganic acquisitions where strategic fit, culture, size, geography, and price align.
Active M&A discussions are ongoing in Michigan, with about 80 chartered banks remaining in the state.
Interest in complementing organic growth with targeted acquisitions to enhance market position.

Marcus & Millichap, Inc.

MMI

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

External Growth Opportunities in Valuation and Advisory Space

The company is exploring acquisitions in boutique firms and large teams in core markets, with ongoing discussions showing encouraging signs.
New opportunities have emerged in the advisory and valuation space, which complement existing finance and brokerage operations.
Management notes improved market confidence and optimism for return to normalcy in valuation and investment markets.
Discussions focus on bolt-on acquisitions that can leverage lender relationships and enhance service offerings.
The firm is actively evaluating opportunities that align with its strategic growth and diversification goals.

Hope Bancorp, Inc.

HOPE

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic Acquisition of Territorial Bancorp and Market Entry into Hawaii

Hope Bancorp completed the acquisition of Territorial Bancorp, entering the Hawaii market, which is considered a strategically important move.
The acquisition was finalized in the second quarter of 2025, with 7 million shares issued.
Management expressed excitement about the growth opportunities and market expansion this provides.

NBT Bancorp Inc.

NBTB

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Impact of the Evans Merger on Business and Capital Position

Post-merger, tangible book value per share increased by 9% to $24.57 as of June 30, 2025.
Tangible equity ratio recovered to pre-merger levels within 10 months.
Capital strength supports strategic growth initiatives and future M&A evaluations.

Valley National Bancorp

VLY

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic Focus on Deposit Growth and Funding Transformation

Added over 105,000 new deposit accounts in the past 12 months, contributing to 8% core deposit growth.
Reduced reliance on indirect deposits from 18% to 13%.
Achieved a 51 basis point reduction in average deposit cost in Q2 2025 compared to Q2 2024.
Investments in talent, technology, targeted market penetration, and specialty verticals have driven commercial deposit growth at an 11% annual rate since 2017.

Western Alliance Bancorporation

WAL

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic CFO Succession and Organizational Transition

Dale Gibbons, CFO for over 22 years, will transition to Chief Banking Officer of Deposit Initiatives and Innovation after a thorough transition period.
Vishal, trusted adviser for 8 years, will succeed Dale as CFO early in Q4, with a 90-day transition.
Management emphasized that this change does not alter the bank's strategic focus on organic growth towards $100 billion in assets.
Dale highlighted the opportunity to focus on deposit services and regulatory changes, including digital assets and fintech innovations.

East West Bancorp, Inc.

EWBC

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Record Quarterly Revenue and Net Interest Income

Record quarterly revenue and net interest income

Dominic Ng: I'm pleased to report strong second quarter results. We continued to grow the bank and reported record quarterly revenue and net interest income.

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