Jim Dobbs
ReporterJim Dobbs is an American Banker community banking reporter based in Sioux Falls, S.D.
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An uptick in closings is likely, but how many institutions go under and how fast will depend on a variety of factors, including the duration of the pandemic.March 26 -
Nearly a tenth of the industry’s deals this year were connected to the state, which boasts a good number of sought-after small banks.September 18
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Intense competition for executives and top lenders has elevated the role acquisitions play in filling key positions.August 26
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As a growing number of chains go bankrupt, loan charge-offs are rising.August 21
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The New Jersey company was reportedly shopping itself around last fall. Fresh off an agreement to buy Gold Coast Bancorp in New York, CEO Kevin Cummings says he is ready to explore other acquisitions.August 9
