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First Citizens Bank's CIT Commercial Services unit has provided up to $48 million in financing to Crown Crafts Inc. (NASDAQ-CM: CRWS), a major producer of infant and toddler bedding and accessories. The financing package includes a $5 million upsize to a $40 million committed ABL revolving line of credit and an $8 million term loan. Crown Crafts used part of this financing to acquire the assets of Baby Boom Consumer Products, expanding its presence in the toddler bedding segment and adding diaper bags to its product line. This financing deal extends CIT's 20-year-plus relationship with Crown Crafts, supporting the company's growth strategy.

First Citizens Bank has expanded its Middle Market Banking group to the Northeastern U.S., building on its continuous growth since launching in 2022. The expansion is supported by recent key hires in Boston and New York. This move follows earlier expansions in the Midwest and South Central U.S., complementing existing strengths in the Carolinas and adjacent regions.

The Middle Market Banking group serves companies with revenues from $75 million to $1 billion across various industries. It offers a comprehensive suite of financial solutions, including senior secured loans, cash-flow loans, capital markets services, foreign exchange capabilities, asset-based lending, and treasury and payment services. The group aims to provide tailored financing solutions through a relationship-based approach, deep industry knowledge, and product expertise.

First Citizens BancShares (Nasdaq: FCNCA) reported Q2 2024 earnings and announced a $3.5 billion share repurchase plan. Key highlights include:

- Net income: $707 million, down from $731 million in Q1 2024
- Earnings per share: $47.54, decreased from $49.26 in Q1
- Net interest income: $1.82 billion, up $4 million from Q1
- Net interest margin: 3.64%, down from 3.67% in Q1
- Noninterest income: $639 million, up $12 million from Q1
- Loans and leases: $139.34 billion, up 2.9% from Q1
- Deposits: $151.08 billion, up 4.0% annualized from Q1

The company reported broad-based loan and deposit growth, strong profitability metrics, and continued credit stabilization across all business segments, including progress in the SVB Commercial segment.

First Citizens BancShares (Nasdaq: FCNCA) has announced dividend payments for its common and preferred stock, to be paid on September 16, 2024, to shareholders of record as of August 30, 2024. The dividends include:

• A quarterly dividend of $1.64 per share on Class A and Class B common stock
• A quarterly dividend of $13.4375 per share on 5.375% non-cumulative perpetual preferred stock, Series A
• A dividend of $24.197987 per share on fixed-to-floating rate, non-cumulative perpetual preferred stock, Series B
• A quarterly dividend of $0.351563 per share on 5.625% non-cumulative perpetual preferred stock, Series C

This announcement demonstrates First Citizens BancShares' commitment to providing returns to its shareholders across various stock classes.

First Citizens Bank's Healthcare Finance business has provided $24 million to finance the acquisition of PAM Rehabilitation Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Sanders Trust acquired the 53-bed, 60,932-square-foot freestanding inpatient rehabilitation facility. The hospital is leased to and operated by PAM Health, the third largest operator of long-term acute care hospitals and inpatient rehabilitation facilities in the U.S., with 63 facilities across 17 states.

Rance Sanders, President and CEO of The Sanders Trust, expressed satisfaction with First Citizens' financial package and banking relationship. The deal highlights First Citizens' expanding role in healthcare finance and its ability to provide tailored solutions for middle market healthcare companies.

First Citizens Bank announced that CIT Northbridge Credit has provided a $40 million revolving credit facility to B&W Fiber Glass Inc., a distributor and manufacturer of fiberglass and technical textile materials. Founded in 1998, B&W Fiber Glass is a family-owned business based in Shelby, North Carolina, serving various industries with products used in reinforced tapes, architectural applications, surfboards, aircraft, and circuit boards.

The company's operations are split between 60% distribution and 40% manufacturing. This financing will support B&W Fiber Glass's continued growth and strategic business objectives. CIT Northbridge Credit, a joint venture advised by First Citizens Institutional Asset Management, specializes in providing flexible asset-based debt solutions to middle-market companies, offering revolving and term loan commitments ranging from $15 million to $150 million.

First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ: FCNCA) will announce its Q2 2024 financial results on July 25, 2024, before the U.S. markets open. A conference call and webcast to discuss the results will be held at 9 a.m. ET on the same day. Investors and analysts can join the discussion to gain insights into the company's quarterly performance and outlook.

First Citizens Bank has announced a $52 million financing deal with Wheelock Street Capital and Foundry Commercial for the construction of the Egret Point Logistics Center in Boynton Beach, Florida. This facility, situated at 3800 S Congress Ave., will feature two Class-A industrial buildings totaling 457,110 SF, with 32-foot ceilings, 104 dock doors, four drive-in doors, and 539 parking spaces. The site benefits from its strategic location, 3 miles from the I-95 access points. First Citizens Bank's Commercial Real Estate team facilitated this financing, showcasing their expertise in the sector. Founded 15 years ago, Wheelock Street Capital has managed $11 billion in investments, while Foundry Commercial oversees a $4.3 billion development and acquisitions pipeline.

First Citizens Bank has provided a senior secured loan of $22 million to Euroseas for financing a new 2,800 TEU Eco containership. Euroseas, established in 2005 and trading on Nasdaq under ESEA, operates 22 container vessels, including 15 Feeder and 7 Intermediate containerships, with a total cargo capacity of 66,261 TEU. This investment aims to meet the growing demand for cargo transport and demonstrates Euroseas' commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. First Citizens' Maritime Finance team facilitated the financing, highlighting their expertise and support for Euroseas' expansion and decarbonization goals.