M&A
confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.85
Fulton Bank acquires Republic First Bank (~$6B assets) from FDIC in failed-bank resolution
FULTON FINANCIAL CORP
- Acquired ~$6B in assets: $2.0B investment portfolio, $2.9B loans, $0.8B cash from FDIC ($0.4B settlement + $0.4B discount).
- Assumed ~$5.3B liabilities: ~$4B deposits and ~$1.3B other borrowings and liabilities.
- FDIC indemnifies Fulton Bank against certain claims; no assets/liabilities from Republic First Bancorp parent.
- Fulton receives option to purchase or lease Republic Bank's premises.
- Effective date April 26, 2024; transaction structured as purchase and assumption agreement.