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FULTON FINANCIAL CORP (FULT): restructuring charge — Fulton Bank to close 13 branches, incur $10M exit costs, expects $8M annual savings
FULTON FINANCIAL CORP
- Board approved closing 13 financial centers in PA and NJ; expected on/about Nov 22, 2024.
- Pre-tax costs of ~$10M: $6M premises/equipment write-offs, $3M lease terminations, $1M severance.
- Costs recognized in Q3 2024; annual pre-tax expense savings of ~$8M starting Q1 2025.
- Part of Republic First Bank integration (acquired April 26, 2024) and FultonFirst strategic initiative.
- Tickers referenced: FULT (common stock) and FULTP (preferred stock).