Welcome to our dedicated page for First Citizens BancShares news (Ticker: FCNCA), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on First Citizens BancShares stock.
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.
The 2024 Future of Climate Tech Report by Silicon Valley Bank reveals that climate tech has remained resilient despite a significant drop in overall venture capital (VC) fundraising. While VC fundraising and deal activity in 2023 declined by 24% from 2021, climate tech is only 14% below 2021 levels. The report notes increases in specific subsectors such as carbon tech and climate data. Despite a 50% decrease in invested capital, climate tech fundraising remains on par with 2020 levels, making up 11% of deals, a rise from 2% in 2020. Challenges include lower VC investment and higher interest rates, pushing companies to prioritize profitability. However, incentives like tax credits are driving growth in carbon capture and industrial heat technologies. The sector faces difficulties with public exits due to high interest rates and market uncertainties.
First Citizens Bank arranged a $260 million loan to refinance 12 skilled nursing facilities in Maryland, providing care to individuals needing rehabilitation or 24-hour medical attention. The borrower is a Midwest-based healthcare real estate investment company. The Healthcare Finance division of First Citizens specializes in providing financing solutions to middle market healthcare companies across the U.S.
First Citizens Wealth has launched new enhancements to its Private Investments capabilities, allowing qualified clients to invest in growth-oriented opportunities beyond public securities markets. These options provide access to private equity, real assets, and credit and debt for qualified institutions and high net-worth individuals without large capital commitments. The enhanced capabilities offer diversified private market sectors, customizable portfolio consultation, and full-service administrative support. While private investments offer growth potential and diversification, they also come with risks like less liquidity.