Banking & Finance

Opinion: We Need To Rethink Disaster Recovery in North Carolina

October 20, 2025 10:15 AM

Saturday-Sept. 27, 2025-marks one year since Hurricane Helene flooded Western North Carolina with five months of rain in just three days. The storm caused widespread damage, affecting homes, businesses, infrastructure and surrounding land, as well as countless lives. It was the worst storm in the history of the state. Survivors, many of whom are still working to fully rebuild, still feel the lasting impact of grief, trauma, and loss. For those...

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Rowan's Lemonade Stand of Hope

October 20, 2025 9:30 AM

Originally published on Aflac Newsroom In a quiet corner of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, something extraordinary happened. It wasn't a medical breakthrough or a new piece of equipment - it was a sandwich bag filled with $22.25 from a boy named Rowan. Rowan Rieve, 12 years old, loves lemonade, has a gentle smile and carries a bravery that seems far bigger than his small frame. He also has a rare...

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Joseph V. Scorese Joins Truly Investor Capital - Celebrates 150 Podcast Episodes & 10 Years of Real Estate Mastermind Strategies Networking Events

October 20, 2025 9:00 AM

Joseph V. Scorese, a nationally recognized Direct Private Lender and real estate finance expert, has officially joined Truly Investor Capital, a leading nationwide platform specializing in private and white-label lending programs. This milestone coincides with two major achievements in Joseph's career: 150 Episodes of The Creative BRRRR Strategies Podcast - one of the industry's most trusted educational platforms for real estate investors and...

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Peoples Bancorp Announces Third Quarter 2025 Results

October 20, 2025 9:00 AM

Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEBK) (the "Company"), the parent company of Peoples Bank (the "Bank"), reported third quarter 2025 results with highlights as follows: Third quarter 2025 highlights: Net earnings were $3.7 million or $0.70 per share and $0.67 per diluted share for the three months ended September 30, 2025, as compared to $4.0 million or $0.74 per share and $0.72 per diluted share for the same period one year ago....

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Old Second National Bank Completes Integration of Evergreen Bank Group, Expanding Access and Services for Customers

October 20, 2025 9:00 AM

Old Second Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq:OSBC) ("Old Second") has successfully completed its systems and brand conversion of Bancorp Financial's subsidiary bank, Evergreen Bank Group. This marks the final step in its most recent acquisition and underscores 154 years of continuous growth and unwavering commitment to community centered service. As of today, all former Evergreen Bank Group branches are now operating under the Old Second National Bank name....

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Oak View Bankshares, Inc. Completes $10 Million Subordinated Notes Offering

October 20, 2025 8:35 AM

Oak View Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCID:OAKV), parent company of Oak View National Bank (the "Bank"), announced it has completed a private placement of $10 million of 7.0% fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes due October 17, 2035 (the "Notes") to certain qualified institutional buyers and institutional accredited investors (the "Private Placement"). The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the Private Placement for general...

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Wealth Advisors Trust Company Appoints Jonathan Connolly as President & COO to Lead National Expansion

October 20, 2025 7:00 AM

Wealth Advisors Trust Company (WATC), a leading advisor-friendly corporate trustee, today announced the appointment of Jonathan Connolly as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Connolly brings more than 30 years of leadership in fiduciary and wealth management to guide WATC's strategic growth, brand evolution, and expansion into new markets. Throughout his career, Connolly has held senior roles at UBS AG, Comerica Bank & Trust, RBC Trust...

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Investar Holding Corporation Announces 2025 Third Quarter Results and Wichita Falls Bancshares, Inc. Transaction Update

October 20, 2025 6:00 AM

Investar Holding Corporation ("Investar") (NASDAQ:ISTR), the holding company for Investar Bank, National Association (the "Bank"), today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. Investar reported net income available to common shareholders of $5.7 million, or $0.54 per diluted common share, for the third quarter of 2025, compared to net income available to common shareholders of $4.5 million, or $0.46 per diluted...

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Hilbert Group Achieves Code Completion Milestone for Syntetika Platform Ahead of Early 2026 Token Launch

October 20, 2025 3:20 AM

Hilbert Group AB (Nasdaq:HILB B)(FRA:999), a Nasdaq-listed investment firm bridging traditional and digital finance, today announced that its tokenization platform Syntetika has reached code completion for all major core components, marking a key milestone toward full operational readiness. Developed in partnership with PPN Labs (prev. Private Pools Network), the platform will provide institutional investors with access to yield-enhancing...

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BV Financial, Inc. Announces Financial Results

October 17, 2025 4:05 PM

BV Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:BVFL), the holding company for BayVanguard Bank (the "Bank"), today reported net income of $3.7 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 compared to net income of $3.8 million, or $0.35 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. Net income for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2025 was $8.7 million or $0.88 per diluted share compared to net income of $9.8...

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XlentPay Launches in Canada: Ushering in a New Era of Digital Finance for Individuals and Businesses

October 17, 2025 11:00 AM

XlentPay, an innovative all-in-one digital finance platform, launches in Canada today, setting a new standard of speed, simplicity, and security in money management. Built for both personal and business use, XlentPay offers a seamless mobile experience that combines smart financial tools with regulatory-grade compliance. From paying bills and getting paid to tracking spending and managing cash flow, XlentPay makes it simple - all in one sleek,...

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How Northwestern Mutual Works to Earn Clients' Trust by Prioritizing Privacy

October 17, 2025 10:30 AM

Originally published by Northwestern Mutual on October 2, 2025 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month so we're taking this opportunity to dive into how we earn your trust by safeguarding some of your most valuable information. When you join Northwestern Mutual, and entrust us with your data, we respect that data and use it to provide you with the best planning and advice possible to help you achieve your goals and dreams-now and in the future....

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Sharonview Supports Harvest Hope With Charitable Donation

October 17, 2025 9:45 AM

Sharonview Federal Credit Union, a longstanding financial institution in the North and South Carolina communities for 70 years, has partnered with Elan Financial Services to give back to the community through a charitable donation to Harvest Hope Food Bank in honor of International Credit Union Day on October 16. On October 1, Sharonview representatives visited Harvest Hope's new Florence facility to present a check for $15,000, which will...

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My Special Aflac Duck(R) Lands in Motor City, Delivers Day of Fun for Pediatric Patients at Corewell Health Children's Hospital

October 17, 2025 9:30 AM

Originally published on Aflac Newsroom As summer transitioned to fall - a time when most kids are heading back to school - pediatric patients at Corewell Health Children's Hospital also enjoyed a little change of pace with the arrival of My Special Aflac Duck, a cuddly companion to help bring them comfort through their cancer treatment journey. "We know that a cancer diagnosis often comes with challenges both visible and invisible, and with the...

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Aeon Acquisition I Corp. Files Registration Statement for Proposed $250 Million Initial Public Offering

October 17, 2025 9:30 AM

Aeon Acquisition I Corp. (the "Company"), a newly organized blank-check company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating to a proposed initial public offering of 25,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, for aggregate gross proceeds of $250 million. The underwriters will have a 45-day option to purchase up to an...

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D. Boral Capital Announces Platinum Sponsorship of The PIPEs Conference in Hollywood, Florida

October 17, 2025 9:00 AM

D. Boral Capital, a relationship-driven global investment bank serving middle-market and emerging growth companies, will be a Platinum Sponsor of The PIPEs Conference, hosted by DealFlow Events, taking place on November 12-13, 2025, at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314. The event will bring together public issuers, investors, and top industry experts for high-impact sessions, one-on-one meetings, and...

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Kalma Capital Corp. Announces Resignation of Director

October 17, 2025 8:10 AM

Kalma Capital Corp. (the "Company"), a capital pool company, announces that Normand Latourelle has resigned as a Director of the Company effective October 1, 2025. The Company wishes to thank Mr. Latourelle for his contribution to the Company. Other Information and Updates The Company will continue to provide further details in respect of any proposed qualifying transaction, in due course, by way of further news release. About Kalma Capital...

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Oak View Bankshares, Inc. Announces Strong Third Quarter Performance

October 16, 2025 4:00 PM

Oak View Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCID:OAKV), parent company of Oak View National Bank (the "Bank"), reported net income of $1.8 for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, compared to net income of $1.5 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $5.2 million, compared to $4.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. Basic and diluted earnings per share were...

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This Diwali, Make Smart Financial Choices with Bajaj Finserv Gold Loan

October 16, 2025 2:20 PM

As Diwali 2025 approaches, Bajaj Finance encourages residents of Hyderabad to unlock the value of their gold jewellery with a Bajaj Finserv Gold Loan. This festive season, individuals can easily access quick funds to meet both planned and unplanned expenses while keeping their cherished gold safe. Why choose a gold loan this Diwali Gold has always been a symbol of wealth and tradition in Indian households. Instead of selling the gold during this...

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XlentPay Launches in Canada: Ushering in a New Era of Digital Finance

October 16, 2025 12:30 PM

XlentPay, an innovative all-in-one digital finance platform, launches in Canada today, setting a new standard of speed, simplicity, and security in money management. Built for both personal and business use, XlentPay offers a seamless mobile experience that combines smart financial tools with regulatory-grade compliance. From paying bills and getting paid to tracking spending and managing cash flow, XlentPay makes it simple - all in one sleek,...

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