Tag: Banking & Finance

Manry Fills Gibson?s NW Bank of America Post

Bank of America has a new pointman in northwest Arkansas ? Larry A. Manry.

Arvest Dominates Area Bank Earnings

Five of the seven Northwest Arkansas banks that had the highest profits through 2000?s third quarter are owned by Arvest Bank Group Inc., according to Bauer Financial Reports Inc.

Smiley Appointed Bank Chief for Arvest Springdale

Jim Walton, chairman of Arvest Bank Group Inc., appoints H. Dennis Smiley the new president and CEO of Arvest Springdale Bank & Trust.

Ups and Downs for First Federal Bancshares

Earnings for First Federal Bancshares Inc.?s fourth quarter were down, but the company saw a 52-week stock high of $19 per share during the quarter ended Dec. 31.

First National Web Site Shows Thought

It?s obvious that the folks at First National Bank & Trust put some effort into the planning for the company?s Web site.

First Federal Bancshares Sees High in 4Q

Earnings for First Federal Bancshares Inc.?s fourth quarter are down, but the company sees a 52-week stock high of $19 per share during the quarter ended Dec. 31.

Arvest Investors Get Kemper Scoop

Robert J. Froehlich, vice president of Kemper Funds Group’s Zurich Scudder Investments, speaks at an invitation-only reception sponsored by Arvest Asset Management of Lowell, which sells Kemper investment products.

Photo Security Cards Come to N.W. Arkansas

So far, Bank of America says, more than 5,000 customers have requested and received the new cards.

Bank on Pressure for Market in 2001

There are still too many banks in Northwest Arkansas, and local bankers say more consolidations could result if the economic downtrend continues.

Holiday Promotions Come Earlier for Banks

Many local banks use calendars for holiday promotions, and in the competitive Northwest Arkansas market, the trend has been that they are sent earlier each year.

Innovators Change Face of N.W. Ark. Business

Northwest Arkansas has been blessed with a surplus of innovative business leaders over the years. Here’s a look at 12 up-and-comers.

First Federal Bancshares Sees Net Income Drop

An 18 percent decrease in net income was “due to a decrease in net interest income and an increase in noninterest expenses,” company filings say.

Springdale Bank Gets Good Marks

First National Bank of Springdale reports the highest year-to-date income of five-star Northwest Arkansas banks in Bauer Financial Reports Inc.’s June 30 ratings.

Lewis Excels as Fayetteville Rainmaker

The Fayetteville business community calls him The Rainmaker, but John Lewis says no one individual has overwhelming power in his hometown.

Buyers Should Beware of Fixer-Uppers

Financial hazards might await those investing in homes that need refurbishing.

Avoid Investor Overload by Asking Questions

Mutual fund investors should stick with a plan that outlines their goals, an expert says.

Understanding Fees: Don?t Get Fed a Load

A crash course in load lingo, from 12b1 charges and expense ratio amounts to back-end loads and no-load funds.

Arvest Bulks Up, Market Drives Broker Demand

Arvest Asset?s army of registered representatives makes it the largest local firm on the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal?s annual list of brokerages.

What To Do When the Market?s Down

Five tips on how to survive a bear attack.

Bank of Fayetteville Expands

The Bank of Fayetteville negotiates for office space in one of two new office buildings owned by Jim Lindsey and Stan Green on Millsap Road in Fayetteville.

Opinions differ on use of former ACME Brick property

Jones Center raises $310,000 at ‘Big Night’

Colliers | Arkansas to manage Regions Center; firm closes 2 major deals for $10.7M

Architect Reese Rowland honored with AIA Arkansas E. Fay Jones gold medal