Small Banks' Loan Growth Slows, Institutions Capitalizing on High Valuations

Banks with less than $10 billion in assets grew loans at just 1.2% during the third quarter, down from 1.7% in the second quarter and 1.9% in the third quarter of last year, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Read the article for detailed breakdowns of loan growth by loan type, region, and bank asset size and type. 

Another S&P article discusses how some banks are taking advantage of a post-election rise in equity valuations to raise capital. 

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Rob Blackwell
Chief Content Officer and Head of External Affairs
IntraFi
Arlington, VA
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