Valley Natl Bancorp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY) announced its regular quarterly dividends for shareholders of record on December 15, 2021. A cash dividend of $0.390625 per share will be paid on December 30, 2021, for its 6.25% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock Series A. The 5.50% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock Series B will receive $0.34375 per share. The common stock also receives a dividend of $0.11 per share on January 3, 2022. Notably, the common cash dividend remains unchanged from the previous quarter.

Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY) has successfully completed its merger with The Westchester Bank Holding Corporation as of December 1, 2021. Valley will issue approximately 15.7 million shares of common stock, offering Westchester shareholders a conversion rate of 229.645 Valley shares for each Westchester share. The Westchester Bank, with about $1.3 billion in assets, is now merged under the Valley National Bank name, enhancing Valley's presence in Westchester County, New York. Full systems integration is anticipated to be finalized in Q1 2022.

Valley National Bank, a subsidiary of Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ: VLY), has launched the National Deposits Group to strengthen its core deposit banking services across the U.S. This group targets businesses needing short-term liquidity, collaborating with industries such as 1031 exchange firms and private equity. Led by Martin Ball, the team aims to enhance client experiences through advanced technology and tailored banking solutions. Valley National Bank, managing around $41 billion in assets, emphasizes its commitment to customer satisfaction and community growth.

Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY) reported a net income of $122.6 million, or $0.29 per diluted share for Q3 2021, up from $102.4 million in Q3 2020. Adjusted net income was $124.7 million, slightly down from $126.6 million in Q2 2021. Total loans increased by $149.4 million to $32.6 billion, despite a drop in PPP loans. The net interest income decreased marginally to $301.7 million. The efficiency ratio rose to 50.93%. Valley’s regulatory capital ratios remain robust, reflecting its well-capitalized status.

Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY) has received necessary regulatory approvals for its acquisition of The Westchester Bank Holding Corporation. The merger is set to close on December 1, 2021, pending standard closing conditions. This acquisition, initially approved by Westchester stockholders on October 5, 2021, will enhance Valley's market presence and customer offerings. Valley, with approximately $41 billion in assets, is focused on providing accessible banking services across several states.

Valley National Bank, a subsidiary of Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ: VLY), has announced the launch of a new digital payment platform called Valley Pay. This innovative solution aims to address the cash reliance in the cannabis sector by providing a secure, web-based mobile wallet for cannabis-related businesses. The platform is expected to enhance convenience, compliance, and cost efficiency for its users. A pilot program is set to launch in the coming months, positioning Valley as a leader in banking for the cannabis industry.

Valley National Bancorp announced its acquisition of Dudley Ventures, a leading advisory firm focused on tax credit investments. This strategic move is expected to enhance Valley's capabilities in community development, having invested over $2 billion in tax credits in the past 20 years. The acquisition includes Dudley's affiliated entities and aims to leverage Valley's extensive commercial real estate expertise, furthering their commitment to economically distressed communities. Valley plans to utilize Dudley’s tax credit strategies to strengthen its community impact.

Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY) will announce its third quarter 2021 earnings on October 28, 2021, before the market opens. The company's President and CEO, Ira Robbins, will host a conference call at 11:00 AM (ET) to discuss the earnings report. Interested stakeholders can participate by calling toll-free 855-638-5437, using Conference ID: 6339087. The call will also be webcast live and archived on the Valley website until November 29, 2021.

Valley National Bank has approximately $41 billion in assets and serves regions in New Jersey, New York, Florida, and Alabama.

Valley National Bancorp (VLY) has entered into a merger agreement to acquire Bank Leumi Le-Israel Corporation, expanding its commercial product offerings and enhancing funding verticals. The deal is valued at approximately $1,148 million, combining assets of $8.4 billion from Bank Leumi. The transaction is expected to be 7% accretive to earnings in 2023, with minimal tangible book value dilution. Valley aims to leverage Leumi's technology and venture capital banking business, enhancing its revenue diversity. The merger is anticipated to close in early 2022, pending regulatory approvals.