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Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) is a leading U.S. commercial bank that was formed through the merger of BB&T and SunTrust in 2019. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company is committed to inspiring and building better lives and communities through a comprehensive range of financial services. With a rich history dating back 275 years from its legacy banks, Truist serves approximately 12 million households across high-growth markets in the country.
Truist offers a wide array of services including retail, small business, and commercial banking; asset management; capital markets; commercial real estate; corporate and institutional banking; insurance; mortgage; payments; specialized lending; and wealth management. As the sixth-largest commercial bank in the U.S., Truist is a key player in these sectors.
Recent Achievements and News:
- On March 7, 2024, Truist Securities announced the addition of highly ranked analyst Jamie Cook as a managing director, expanding its equity research coverage in the industrials sector.
- On March 28, 2024, Truist Financial Corporation announced it would report its first-quarter 2024 financial results before the market opens on April 22, 2024.
- On April 4, 2024, the Truist Foundation released its 2023 Impact Report, showcasing its efforts in building career pathways and strengthening small businesses for economic mobility.
- On April 8, 2024, Sheffield Financial, a division of Truist Bank, renewed its long-term retail financing agreement with BRP US Inc., reaffirming their commitment to providing competitive financing options.
- On May 7, 2024, Truist completed the sale of its remaining stake in Truist Insurance Holdings to an investor group led by private equity firms, significantly enhancing its financial profile.
Truist is focused on leveraging technology and innovation, as evidenced by its investment in new technologies and recent strategic partnerships. The company's robust financial condition has enabled it to make significant investments in its core banking businesses and community-driven initiatives.
With an emphasis on collaborative culture and client service, Truist continues to expand its expertise and capabilities, aiming to deliver differentiated content, execution, and value for its clients. For more information, visit Truist.com.
Truist Financial (NYSE: TFC) has completed the sale of its stake in Truist Insurance Holdings to private equity firms Stone Point Capital and Clayton, Dubilier & Rice for $15.5 billion. The transaction aims to enhance TIH's growth prospects and strengthen its operations in the insurance brokerage industry. TIH will operate independently with a new board of directors and a rebranding to TIH. The deal offers TIH employees the opportunity to co-invest in the company, fostering stability and future success.
Truist Financial (NYSE: TFC) completed the sale of Truist Insurance Holdings to private equity firms, resulting in after-tax cash proceeds of $10.1 billion and an after-tax gain of $4.7 billion. The sale boosted Truist's financial profile, increasing CET1 capital by $9.4 billion and raising the CET1 capital ratio to 12.4%. Subsequently, Truist repositioned its balance sheet by selling $27.7 billion in lower-yielding investment securities, generating $29.3 billion for reinvestment. The repositioning slightly decreased the pro-forma CET1 ratio to 11.4%. Truist estimates a $160 million increase in net interest income for the second quarter of 2024 and $710 million for the whole year, affecting revenue projections positively.
Truist's Small Business Pulse Survey reveals that small business owners are prioritizing short-term challenges over long-term planning due to inflation and economic uncertainty. Despite high stress levels, they remain optimistic about growth in 2024. Businesses struggle with long-term strategy but are taking steps to improve financial well-being and attract talent.
Truist Financial (NYSE:TFC) introduces Truist Life, Money, and ChoicesTM, a financial education program for high school and college students. The initiative aims to equip younger generations with essential financial skills, offering interactive learning opportunities through community organizations. Truist's program addresses the lack of financial education in schools, providing a realistic financial simulation for participants to make informed decisions. With a focus on key budgeting principles and practical skills, Truist's initiative empowers students towards financial confidence.
Truist Financial (TFC) has launched the Truist Life, Money, and Choices™ financial education program aimed at high school and college students. This initiative provides realistic financial scenarios to equip the younger generation with essential skills to navigate their financial futures. With the goal of empowering students with key financial concepts, the program offers comprehensive resources and interactive learning opportunities through community organization partners.
The program kicked off with a session at Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School, offering a scalable, free training module with up to 12 learning stations covering various expense categories. Participants are guided through different financial strategies, understanding the consequences of their choices, and encountering unexpected financial scenarios. Truist aims to build a more financially responsible society by investing in financial education for students.
With a focus on key budgeting principles and practical skills for long-term financial success, Truist encourages high schools, colleges, and community organizations to participate in this transformative program. The company is committed to inspiring and building better lives and communities through its purpose-driven financial services.
The Truist Foundation awarded Centro Community Partners with the top recognition at the Inspire Awards, a pitch-style grant program celebrating nonprofits showcasing innovative technology solutions. Centro received a $250,000 grant and was named the Audience Favorite, earning an additional $75,000 grant. The organization plans to use the funding to provide an AI-generated journey through a virtual hub of resources for low- to moderate-income entrepreneurs.
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