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FirstBank attains N500bn capital base ahead of CBN deadline 

First Bank of Nigeria Limited, the commercial banking subsidiary of First HoldCo Plc, says it has met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s N500bn minimum capital requirement ahead of the regulatory deadline. The Acting Group Head, Marketing and Corporate …

FirstBank meets N500bn capital threshold ahead of CBN deadline

By Grace Alegba First HoldCo Plc says its commercial banking subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria Ltd., has met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s N500 billion minimum capital requirement. The disclosure was made in a statement on Wednesday by Mr Olayinka Ijabiyi, …

FirstBank Achieves N500bn Regulatory Capital Requirement

First HoldCo Plc has announced that its commercial banking subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria (FirstBank), has successfully met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) minimum capital requirement of ₦500 billion. This milestone was achieved following the …

First Holding Company Confirms FirstBank’s New N500bn Capital Base

…As Standard Chartered, RMB Join List of Recapitalised Banks First HoldCo Plc has confirmed that its commercial banking subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank), has met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) minimum regulatory capital …

FirstBank meets N500bn recapitalisation

First Bank of Nigeria (FirstBank) has joined the list of lenders that have successfully met the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN’s) minimum capital requirement of N500 billion. The parent company of the bank, First HoldCo Plc disclosed this in a statement, …

Nigeria enters 2026 with stronger banks – FirstBank CEO 

Nigeria’s banking sector is entering 2026 with stronger liquidity buffers and an improving operating environment, setting the stage for increased lending, provided credit growth is managed prudently. This is according to the CEO of First Bank of Nigeria …

FirstBank MD projects stability, lending growth in 2026

By Grace Alegba The Managing Director of First Bank of Nigeria Ltd., Mr Olusegun Alebiosu, says Nigeria is entering 2026 with stronger economic momentum as reforms begin to stabilise markets, lift investor confidence and unlock new growth opportunities. …

PNC Bank closes $4.1B FirstBank deal, becoming a top Colorado bank

DENVER — Pittsburgh-based PNC Bank has closed on a deal that will make it one of Denver's most dominant banks. PNC has cleared all regulatory hurdles and acquired Lakewood-based FirstBank Holding Co., which was the largest private bank headquartered in …

PNC completes $4.1bn purchase of FirstBank  

PNC Financial Services Group has concluded the acquisition of FirstBank Holding Company and its banking subsidiary, FirstBank, after receiving all regulatory clearances and meeting closing requirements.  The deal, agreed in September last year, set the …

FirstBank Hits N500bn Capital Mark Ahead of CBN Deadline

First HoldCo Plc has confirmed that its flagship subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria, has met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s minimum capital requirement of 500 billion naira, marking a major regulatory milestone for the group.   The achievement follows a …

Montana State Bobcats walk into FirstBank Stadium for FCS title

The Montana State football team, band, athletic director Leon Costello, president Brock Tessman and other walk into FirstBank Stadium ahead of their FCS title game against Illinois State on Monday in Nashville, Tenn. Follow Victor Flores Close Get email …

Firstholdco Announces Firstbank Has Met ₦500 Billion Regulatory Capital Req

Shareholders commit to future injection of more capital to the Groups’ other subsidiaries First HoldCo Plc (“FirstHoldCo” or “the Group”) has announced that its commercial banking subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria (FirstBank), has successfully met the …

PNC closes westward expansion deal with FirstBank

PNC Financial starts FirstBank integration after legal close

sharrocks/iStock Unreleased via Getty ImagesPNC Financial Services Group (PNC) said Monday it will start the process of integrating FirstBank into its national platform after completing its ~$4.1B acquisition. Customer conversion is expected to occur …

FirstBank Achieves ₦500bn CBN Capital  Threshold

2 First Holding Company Plc, on Monday, said that its commercial banking subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria (FirstBank), has successfully met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) minimum capital requirement of ₦500 billion, ahead of the March 31, 2026, …

PNC completes FirstBank acquisition in Colorado, Arizona

PITTSBURGH and LAKEWOOD, Colo. — The PNC Financial Services Group Inc. said Monday it has completed its acquisition of FirstBank Holding Co., including its banking subsidiary, FirstBank, after receiving all required regulatory approvals and meeting …

PNC Completes Acquisition of FirstBank, Declares Dividend

PITTSBURGH, Pa. – PNC Financial Services Group Inc. announced Monday that it has completed its acquisition of FirstBank Holding Co., including its banking subsidiary, FirstBank, following receipt of all required regulatory approvals and satisfaction of …

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PNC Completes Acquisition of FirstBank

PITTSBURGH and LAKEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) today announced that it has completed its acquisition of FirstBank Holding Company, including its banking subsidiary, FirstBank, …

Architectural Masterpiece by Thomas Schoos Debuts at $36,888,888 in Beverly Hills

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Listed by Jimmy Heckenberg at Rodeo Realty rising high above the city with commanding skyline and city views, an extraordinary modern estate has come to market at 1140 Summit …

Kingscrowd Announces Kingscrowd Pro, a New Professional-Grade Membership for Private Market Industry Teams

New Pro platform delivers client fundraising dashboards, advanced prospecting search, exports, basic API access, and outcomes tracking BINGHAMTOM, NY, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kingscrowd today announced the launch of …

Case Western Reserve University Presents Good Business: A Global Forum on January 13

Local Leaders. Global Impact. Shared Future. CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Fowler Center for Business as an Agent of World Benefit at Case Western Reserve University is proud to announce Good Business: A …

Renew Financial Announces City of Loomis, CA Joins Residential PACE Program

LOOMIS, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Renew Financial, a pioneer and leading provider of residential Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing, announced that the City of Loomis has formally opted into the …

Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions Announces Distinguished Real Estate Lineup for Historic ‘Visions of America’ Sale

Seven prestigious properties to auction alongside a curated selection of American art, objects, and innovation at Sotheby’s iconic Breuer Building NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions is …

Lithosphere Advances Cross-Chain Infrastructure Ahead of Upcoming Network Milestones

Platform strengthens interoperability and core systems to support scalable ecosystem growth LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lithosphere (LITHO), an AI-powered blockchain ecosystem focused on interoperability …

Castle Island Wealth successfully completes acquisition of Longhorn Investments

"Strategic Move Enhances Investment Capabilities and Expands Client Offerings" NORTH PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Castle Island Wealth Acquires Longhorn Investments and Welcomes Founder Bill …

Pedro Eloy Rodríguez Inspira a Empresas de América Latina con Conferencias de Alto Impacto

MONTERREY, NUEVO LEÓN, MEXICO, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pedro Eloy Rodríguez, reconocido conferencista, autor Best Seller y referente en productividad, hospitalidad, ventas e innovación empresarial, continúa posicionándose como una …

Spergel Named National Finalist for Consumer Insolvency Initiative of the Year

Spergel named national finalist for Consumer Insolvency Initiative of the Year for groundbreaking study on debt and mental health, advancing compassionate care. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spergel is proud to …

Carver Financial Services Named #2 Wealth Management Team in Ohio by Forbes for 2026

Carver Financial Services has been recognized by Forbes as one of the 2026 Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams, earning the #2 ranking in Ohio. MENTOR, OH, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carver Financial Services has …

ZATTUVISION Redefines Wedding Photography Standards with Flagship Nikon Z9 and Z8 Fleet Upgrade

ZATTUVISION pairs 20 years of expertise with flagship Nikon Z9 & Z8 systems to deliver the brightest and sharpest wedding photography for every client. KITCHENER, ON, CANADA, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ZATTUVISION, a premier name …

Ikaria Capital Group Closes Strong in 2025 with Multiple 4th Quarter Closings

Cleveland firm, Ikaria Capital Group completes $1 billion in financings CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ikaria Capital Group, a leading healthcare real estate financial firm, announced today the successful …

SilverTech Named Marketing Excellence Partner of the Year

Agency Earns Third Consecutive Partner of the Year Honor from Progress BEDFORD, NH, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SilverTech, a leading national digital experience agency, is excited to announce that it has been named the …

Next Day Access North Denver, Northern Colorado: New Franchise Locations & New Ownership

Next Day Access announces the purchase of Next Day Access Colorado Springs & launch of Next Day Access Northern Denver and Next Day Access Northern Colorado. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next Day …

Concierge Auctions Announces Second Annual Arizona Car Week Real Estate Lineup

Marquee properties from Hawaii, Arizona, Idaho, Costa Rica, and Colorado to sell live concurrent to major car collector event, held annually in Scottsdale NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Concierge Auctions is …

Real Estate Expert Karriemah Lashley of Port St. Lucie, FL Explains Port St. Lucie Housing Market for HelloNation

What should buyers and sellers really expect in the current Port St. Lucie housing market as the year winds down? PORT ST. LUCIE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What should buyers and sellers really expect in the …

Uown Leasing Acquires the Assets of Kornerstone Living, LLC

Uown Leasing has acquired the assets of Kornerstone Living, LLC. Based in Tampa, Florida, the combined organization will be led by CEO Daniel Klein. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Uown Leasing, announced today …

Management Science & Innovation Names Wynn Coggins Chief Growth Officer

RESTON, VA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Management Science & Innovation (MSI) today announced Wynn Coggins has joined the firm as Chief Growth Officer, further strengthening the company’s senior leadership team as it …

Elizabeth Copeland of ‘Weather the Markets’ joins the Private Company Index’s: Tampa Twenty Index

Tampa Twenty, a regional private-market benchmark developed under the PCI, announced that Elizabeth Copeland has joined the organization as its new spokewoman TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tampa Twenty, a …

Trust Properties USA Enters New Markets, Completes Strategic Merger, and Delivers $7.7M in Added Seller Value in 2025

National growth fueled by trust, probate, and guardianship real estate, senior transition services, and a people-first, family-focused approach LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trust Properties USA, a …