The way has been cleared for the marriage of two local banks.
No objections as banks walk down the aisle
Michael Schwartz
Michael Schwartz is the editor of Richmond BizSense, and covers banking, lawsuits, finance, M&A and golf. He can be reached at [email protected] or 804-855-1037.
DealFlow: Investment banking roundup for 9.25.13
Some huge money deals worked by local investment banking firms this month. Matrix Capital Markets, Harris Williams, Marriott & Co. and BB&T Capital Markets all closed deals.
The R&D Dept.: Local patents for 9.25.13
A busy week of patents for VCU, MeadWestvaco and Richmond’s king of tobacco. And two inventors in Ashland have a portable audio device/USB drive.
A small, reluctant step toward auction
A portion of a New Kent County real estate development, still trying to pick up steam after the downturn, could be forced into an auction.
Credit union finds assurance in merger
With expansion on its mind, a Southside credit union has made its first move across the river.
A facelift, with hopes of a rent hike
A office building’s new owners are betting that a little TLC can help raise the bar in a part of town with aging office buildings and subsequent cheap rent.
Major shareholders make a power play
A powerful Richmond family is using its leverage in attempt to steer a local firm.
Trading Day: Local SEC filings for 9.19.13
A local firm lands a former Wall Street executive on its board. A California firm is trying again to lure a local REIT’s shareholders. And a Richmond coal company shuts down mines and puts workers in limbo.
Tower’s tale gets a few more stories
Downtown Richmond’s newest office tower is pushing higher.
Local bank gets a little more shine
In the tale of two Powhatan banks, one is on the rise while the other has fallen back, according to a popular bank ratings system.