Top performing small regional banks; how new capital regs will affect banks

The 10 top-performing banks with $10B to $50B in assets: In this annual list, American Banker examines key metrics of the 10 highest performing small regional banks.

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Regulators weigh impact of new capital rules on banks and nonbanks alike: Higher capital requirements tend to drive certain lending activities away from banking and toward so-called shadow banks. How regulators shore up banks without driving their customers away is the source of a spirited philosophical debate in Washington.

Republic First's long-awaited shareholder meeting set for fall: Investors will get the chance to fill three director seats at the Philadelphia company, which last held an annual meeting in April 2021 and has been embroiled in a legal fight with a shareholder group.

How the big student-debt ruling will affect U.S. consumer lenders: The Supreme Court's decision to strike down billions in debt forgiveness could make it harder for millions of Americans to pay back other kinds of debt. It also threatens to further curtail lending in an already sluggish credit market.

Capital buffers for regionals, big banks move in opposite directions: Following regulatory stress tests, three midsize institutions expect to be required to maintain larger stress capital buffers. The reverse is true for four of the nation's largest banks.

How to apply for Most Influential Women in Payments: Next. For many years, American Banker's Most Influential Women in Payments has been celebrating top-performing senior executives. And now the Next program, entering its third year, recognizes high-achieving women in the pipeline to the C-suite. Women 40 years of age and younger are eligible, and each honoree will be selected for their accomplishments and influence within the industry. Applications for Most Influential Women in Payments: Next are now being accepted. The deadline to apply is Thursday, June 29 at 11:59 p.m. ET.