Banking & Finance

Carter Bankshares, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

October 29, 2026 8:00 AM

Carter Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:CARE), the holding company of Carter Bank (the "Bank") today announced quarterly net income of $7.8 million, or $0.35 diluted earnings per share ("EPS"), for the third quarter of 2026 compared to net income of $28.9 million, or $1.31 diluted EPS, for the second quarter of 2026 and net income of $5.4 million, or $0.24 diluted EPS, for the third quarter of 2025. Net interest income was $41.2 million...

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SeABank Announces Sustainable Finance Framework

October 29, 2026 7:48 AM

Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank, stock code:SSB) has announced its Sustainable Finance Framework (SFF), which received a Second-Party Opinion (SPO) from S&P Global Ratings on September 24, 2026. This milestone establishes a foundation for funding growth and capital allocation toward SeABank's sustainability commitments. Sustainable Finance Framework continues SeABank's sustainability efforts. SeABank's SFF aligns with six...

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How to Apply for a Personal Loan Without the Stress

October 29, 2026 7:42 AM

Pearl Hawaii: How to Apply for a Personal Loan Without the Stress It can be normal for borrowers to feel overwhelmed when navigating the loan application process. But taking time to compare personal installment loans and understand the terms that come with this commitment can help applicants find a loan that supports their financial needs. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a personal loan with less stress and more certainty. 1....

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Storm Preparedness: The Equipment Worth Investing In

October 29, 2026 12:00 AM

When a storm rolls in, the difference between a stressful experience and a manageable one comes down to preparation and the equipment you have. This is especially true when the storm is a major one that knocks out power locally, damages property and restricts movement outside of your home for days at a stretch. While this equipment is a significant investment, you don't need to purchase it all at once. A $3,000 personal loan is one option that...

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American Riviera Bancorp Announces Results for the Third Quarter of 2026

October 28, 2026 11:15 PM

American Riviera Bancorp ("Company") (OTCQX:ARBV), holding company of American Riviera Bank ("Bank"), announced today unaudited net income of $11.6 million ($2.01 per share) for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, an increase of 46.7% compared to $7.9 million ($1.38 per share) earned in the same reporting period in the previous year. Unaudited net income was $4.3 million ($0.75 per share) for the three months ended September 30, 2026,...

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Trinity Bank Reports Record Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Net Income for Quarter Up 7.9% to $2,509,000

October 28, 2026 5:55 PM

Trinity Bank, N.A. (OTCID:TYBT) today announced operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026. Results of Operations Trinity Bank, N.A., reported record quarterly net income of $2,509,000 for the third quarter of 2026, or $2.20 per diluted common share, up 7.9% from $2,325,000, or $2.04 per diluted common share, for the third quarter of 2025. For the first nine months of 2026, net income totaled $7,256,000, a 5.0% increase...

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First Acceptance Corporation Awarded on TIME's America's Growth Leaders 2027 Ranking

October 28, 2026 5:00 PM

First Acceptance Corporation is proud to announce its inclusion in the America's Growth Leaders 2027 list, a distinguished ranking honoring companies demonstrating exceptional growth performance, financial stability, and stock performance. This recognition is presented by TIME and Statista, global leaders in data analysis and industry benchmarking, and it can now be viewed on time.com. Being named to the America's Growth Leaders 2027 list...

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F&M Bank Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2026 Earnings and Quarterly Dividend

October 28, 2026 4:00 PM

F&M Bank Corp. (the "Company" or "F&M"), (OTCQX:FMBM), the parent company of Farmers & Merchants Bank ("F&M Bank" or the "Bank"), today reports earnings for the three- and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2026. Net income for third quarter 2026 was $2.64 million, or $0.74 per diluted share, compared to net income reported for second quarter 2026 of $5.37 million, or $1.50 per diluted share, and net income reported for third quarter 2025 of...

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First Commerce Bancorp, Inc. Reports Third Quarter and Year-to-Date 2026 Results and Declares a Cash Dividend

October 28, 2026 2:48 PM

First Commerce Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company"), (OTCID:CMRB), the holding company for First Commerce Bank (the "Bank"), today reported net income of $4.9 million and $12.1 million for the three- and nine-months ending September 30, 2026, as compared to $2.1 million and $5.1 million for the three- and nine-months ending September 30, 2025, respectively. Basic earnings per common share for the three- and nine-months ending September 30, 2026, were...

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Infinity Bancorp Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

October 28, 2026 1:15 PM

Infinity Bancorp (OTCQB:INFT) (the "Company" or "Bancorp"), the holding company for Infinity Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend by its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per common share, payable November 30, 2026 to shareholders of record on November 16, 2026. Infinity Bank is the sole subsidiary of Infinity Bancorp. Infinity Bancorp, formed on October 21, 2022,...

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Govic Capital Plans Research & AI Studio in Los Angeles

October 28, 2026 11:00 AM

Govic Capital today announced plans for a small Research & AI Studio in Los Angeles, expected to open in early 2027. The studio will explore how artificial intelligence can support the firm's stock research, along with best practices for using AI to serve its private wealth clients. Govic Capital sees Los Angeles, with its young and creative workforce, as a natural place to experiment with fresh ideas. "Los Angeles is home to some of the most...

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Royal Neighbors Unveils Its 2026 Scholarship Recipients

October 28, 2026 9:35 AM

Royal Neighbors of America, one of the nation's fastest growing life insurance organizations1 based in Rock Island, Ill., has proudly awarded 32 college scholarships to student members across the country as part of its longstanding commitment to provide Insurance with a Difference℠. Each recipient received a scholarship in recognition of their academic achievement, leadership, volunteer service, and commitment to creating positive change in...

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Georgia Banking Company Reports 2026 Third-Quarter Earnings

October 28, 2026 9:15 AM

Georgia Banking Company, Inc. ("GBC" or the "Company"), the holding company for Georgia Banking Company (the "Bank"), today reported net income of $6.3 million, or $0.57 per diluted common share, for the third quarter of 2026, compared with net income of $5.6 million, or $0.60 per diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2026. Third-quarter 2026 results included $2.0 million of direct listing expenses and $493 thousand of merger and...

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Grasshopper Releases Beyond Small Benchmark Report Revealing High Growth Ambition Among Small Businesses Amid Financial and Operational Pressures

October 28, 2026 9:00 AM

Grasshopper, the client-first, full-service digital bank, today released its Beyond Small Benchmark Report, based on a nationwide diagnostic survey of verified small- and medium-sized (SMB) business owners across diverse commercial sectors, revealing that while growth ambitions remain high, persistent financial and operational pressures continue to divert critical time and energy away from scaling their businesses. The findings underscore the...

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6 Questions to Ask Before Applying for a Personal Loan

October 28, 2026 7:42 AM

A personal loan can help people move forward financially, whether that means consolidating debt or covering a surprise cost. But it can also create challenges when the terms don't align with the borrower's situation. That's why it helps to ask important questions before borrowers apply for a personal loan. These are a few to consider. 1. Is the loan necessary? Before moving forward, the borrower should identify what the loan will cover. Is it...

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Holistiplan Announces Strategy Library With Pre-Built Planning Scenarios, Expands Document Collection and Modeling Capabilities

October 28, 2026 6:00 AM

Holistiplan, a leading tax planning platform for financial advisors and tax professionals, announced Strategy Library, a new feature that uses uploaded tax return data to surface applicable, pre-built planning strategies populated with the client's own numbers. The feature is part of Holistiplan's continued expansion of document collection and modeling capabilities to reduce manual work throughout the tax planning process. Strategy Library gives...

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Brett Calhoun: The Case for Backing the Outsider Founder

October 28, 2026 6:00 AM

Brett Calhoun is the Managing General Partner of Redbud VC, a pre-seed venture firm that writes first checks into outsider founders wherever they are building. In March 2026 Redbud closed a $25 million second fund, five times the size of its first, and added a further $10 million for an Opportunity Fund in August. The firm has now backed 43 founding teams across more than twenty cities in North America. Brett Calhoun argues that this is not a...

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Brett Calhoun on Why Pre-Seed Investors Should Stop Reading Résumés

October 28, 2026 6:00 AM

Brett Calhoun, Managing General Partner of the pre-seed firm Redbud VC, has spent four years building a process designed to do something most venture investors say is impossible: evaluate a founder at the earliest stage without using their background as a proxy. Redbud writes first checks of $250,000 to $500,000, has backed 43 founding teams across more than twenty cities, and reports being the first institutional investor in more than sixty...

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Business Loan Sanction vs Disbursal: Key Difference

October 28, 2026 1:35 AM

A business loan sanction often feels like the hard part is over. The application has been reviewed, the lender has agreed in principle, and the terms are on paper. But sanction is not the same as fund release. Business loan disbursal usually happens only after the borrower accepts the terms, signs the agreement, and completes pending checks. This stage can feel procedural, but it matters a lot. So, in this article, we will cover the...

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6 Weekend Upgrades That Increase Your Property Value

October 28, 2026 12:00 AM

You don't need months of construction work or a huge budget to make your home more valuable. Sometimes, spending a few weekends on upgrades is enough to move the needle. The right projects can boost your property value, pay off when it's time to sell and hopefully make daily life more comfortable in the meantime. If you want to improve your space without draining your savings, a home improvement loan can help you get the money for upgrades and...

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