First Citizens Bank: Enters into Whole Bank Purchase of Silicon Valley Bridge Bank

First Citizens Bank: Enters into Whole Bank Purchase of Silicon Valley Bridge Bank

  • First Citizens Bank has entered into an agreement with the FDIC to purchase substantially all loans and certain other assets
  • The transaction is structured as a whole bank purchase with loss share coverage
  • Bank will assume Silicon Valley Bridge Bank, N.A. assets of $110 billion, deposits of $56 billion, and loans of $72 billion
  • The Bank has entered into a loss-share agreement with the FDIC to provide further downside protection
  • Customers’ current accounts will not be immediately affected, and they will be able to continue to access their accounts
  • This transaction will accelerate Bank’s expansion in California and introduce wealth capabilities in the Northeast
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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