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First Citizens BancShares Inc is the bank holding company of First Citizens Bank & Trust Company. Founded as the Bank of Smithfield in North Carolina, FCB has expanded through de novo branching and acquisitions. Operating in nearly half of the continental United States, FCB primarily takes deposits in the Carolinas. Historically influenced by the Holding family, FCB provides retail and commercial banking services, trust, wealth management, with main revenue from net interest income.
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, has successfully arranged financing for Kenneth Cole Productions, a prominent fashion brand. The funding will refinance existing debt and support future growth strategies as the company capitalizes on rebounding consumer demand post-pandemic. CIT's Asset-Based Lending initiative, with participation from WhiteHawk Capital Partners, is aimed at enhancing working capital through innovative structures to reduce costs and mitigate risks, leveraging collateral assets. Kenneth Cole is well-positioned to benefit from increasing consumer spending.
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, announced a financing package of $35.6 million for the acquisition of two multifamily residential properties in the North Shore area of Massachusetts. The properties, The Heights at Haverhill and Thorndike Exchange, total 107 residential units along with office and retail space. CIT's Real Estate Finance division facilitated the financing, emphasizing the properties' strategic location near transportation and services. This move underlines First Citizens Bank's commitment to expanding its commercial real estate portfolio.
On March 29, 2022, CIT Northbridge Credit and Tiger Finance announced up to $47 million in financing for a major e-commerce seller of branded consumer products. The financing includes a $30 million revolving credit facility from CIT Northbridge, a $5 million term loan from Tiger Finance, and an optional $12 million accordion. These funds will support the client's inventory needs and growth initiatives. Neal Legan of CIT expressed confidence in the client's capabilities, highlighting their strong performance and growth potential.
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, has announced a $29.9 million loan for Aminim Group to acquire a portfolio of industrial buildings in Greater Chicago. This portfolio features three fully leased buildings near I-294 and O'Hare International Airport, currently occupied by six tenants across various industries. The acquisition is positioned to leverage the steady leasing growth in the Chicago industrial market, enhancing Aminim Group's investment portfolio.
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, has launched a new lending and leasing vertical aimed at financing fleet golf cars, turf equipment, and utility vehicles. This initiative will be led by Shawn Foy, an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience. The new Golf & Turf finance team is expected to capitalize on CIT's lending expertise and the relationships gained from its merger with First Citizens. This move positions CIT to expand its customer base and enhance its service offerings in equipment financing.
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, has announced a $30 million loan to the Saunders County Education Agency for the construction and renovation of school facilities in Wahoo, Nebraska. This financing will support a new two-story school addition and upgrades to the existing middle and high school, as the area experiences growth. Superintendent Brandon Lavaley emphasized the need for expanded facilities, while CIT's Brendan Chambers highlighted their commitment to enhancing educational opportunities.
First Citizens BancShares announced an investor conference call scheduled for March 24, 2022, at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. This call will focus on financial insights from their recent merger and strategic objectives moving forward. Materials for the call will be accessible on their website before the U.S. markets open on the same day. The merger, completed in January 2022 with CIT Group, positions First Citizens among the top 20 U.S. financial institutions, managing over $100 billion in assets.
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, announced a reorganization of its Commercial Services factoring business to enhance client service and growth potential. Effective immediately, Marc Heller will report to Peter Bristow, and Michael Hudgens has been appointed managing director and group head. This restructuring aims to improve agility in client support in today's fast-paced market, leveraging CIT's industry expertise. First Citizens Bank aims to create value through a broader product range and improved commercial lending capabilities.
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, acted as the sole lead arranger for a $39.6 million loan to Clarion Partners for the Southside Logistics Center in Baltimore, Maryland. The facility will consist of two Class-A industrial buildings, totaling over 483,000 square feet, with completion expected in May and August 2022. This strategic financing supports the growing demand for logistics in the region due to the Port of Baltimore's performance.