Tag: Banking & Finance

First Federal Bancshares Becomes Bear State Financial

Bear State Financial is now using the NASDAQ ticker symbol of BSF.

Banks Using Social Media to Foster Deeper Connections

Arkansas-chartered Arvest Bank and First Security Bank made Financial Brand lists for most social-media-savvy banks.

Cornerstone Bank Planning Expansion Into Madison County

Cornerstone Bank president and chief executive officer Charlie Cross said Friday the bank has purchased 1.4 acres in Madison County with plans to construct a full-service facility.

Two NWA Companies Win BBB Ethics Awards

Arvest Bank of Fayetteville and Bud Anderson Heating and Cooling of Lowell recently were chosen by the Better Business Bureau of Arkansas as honorees for the 2014 Torch Awards for Ethics.

Arvest-Fort Smith Opens Business Resource Center

The center is intended to focus on small business and organizations, according to Arvest.

Smiley: Deposit Stock Funds in Court Account

Embattled former Arvest Bank executive Dennis Smiley has asked the Benton County Circuit Court to deposit stock funds in an account, and has asked the court to dismiss a claim against him by the Bank of Fayetteville.

Arvest Tabs Missouri Executive to Lead Fort Smith Market

Arvest Bank announced Thursday that Rodney Shepard, president and CEO of Arvest Bank of Springfield, Missouri, has been named the president and CEO of Arvest Bank of Fort Smith, effective June 1.

Smiley Responds to Delta Suit: Dads Signature Might be Bogus

Former Arvest Bank executive Dennis Smiley responded to the suit against him by Delta Trust & Bank and says his fathers signature may not be the actual signature of Smiley Sr.

Walmart Money Transfer Service Now Available

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. debuted its Walmart-2-Walmart Money Transfer Service on Thursday.

Start of a New Day

First State Bank of Northwest Arkansas has renamed itself Todays Bank, and is now looking to expand its footprint from here south to the River Valley.

Allison: Smiley Situation Shocking and Very, Very Sad

Although Dennis Smiley might have made a great salary at Arvest, sources say that still wasnt enough to bankroll the lavish life he craved.

Arvest Equipment Finance Fares Well In Thriving Industry

The Fort-Smith-based company made last years top 100 equipment finance firms, is growing annually and has more than doubled the value of its loans and leases in three years.

Hamilton Enjoying Retirement, Reflects on Career

Howard Hamilton, a banker with nearly three decades of institutional knowledge in Northwest Arkansas, was pushed into sudden retirement during the recent merger between Home Bancshares Inc. of Conway and Jonesboro-based Liberty Bancshares Inc.

Local Banks Deem Risk Management a High Priority

The looming prospect of setting off another financial collapse, coupled with the real threat of repercussions from the government for not meeting new standards, has banks shifting more of their focus from returns to risk.

Downtowns Remain Hubs for Community Identity, Business (OPINION)

Northwest Arkansas boasts several vibrant, unique city centers that are important to residents way of life.

Cincinnati Creek Completes Property Deal for $3.75M

A total of 32 single-family homes in Centeron and Springdale now belong to Springdale businessman Rob Kimbel.

Cable Still Having a Grand Time on NWA Bank Scene

In the years since he was honored as a member of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journals 1998 Forty Under 40 class, Guy Cable has had a grand time as a local lender.

First Security Bank Still At Top of ROA, ROE Lists

For the fourth straight year, the Searcy-based bank topped both of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journals annual lists measuring bank performance.

Longtime Arvest Executive Moves From Fayetteville to Benton County

Payne Brewer will serve as senior vice president and commercial banker.

Mobile Banking a Growing Demand for Customers

Sixty percent of smartphone and tablet users who switched banks in the fourth quarter of 2013 cited mobile capabilities as an important or extremely important factor in their decision.

DOT awards $25 million to Highway 112 project in NWA

Health care leaders highlight AI use in health care at Bentonville conference

The Compass Report: Arkansas economy sees ‘balanced growth’ in Q3

Tokusen USA to close Conway plant, exit U.S. market