In an environment of uncertainty where cash is KING, what are Banks and Direct Lenders thinking about post-pandemic? But before I go there, where were we?
Pre-pandemic, the global economy was buzzing along on two and half or three cylinders and I say this because even though the US was steaming along on 4 cylinders, China, Germany and many countries in Europe and the rest of the world were showing signs of financial fatigue with slowing economic output as measured by GDP growth.
BankUnited, N.A., a wholly-owned subsidiary of BankUnited, Inc., is one of the largest independent depository institutions headquartered in Florida, providing a broad range of consumer and commercial banking products and services to individuals, small businesses, middle-market companies, large corporations and institutions. BankUnited operates convenient banking centers throughout Florida and New York, along with 24-hour digital access. As of December 31, 2020, BankUnited N.A. has $35 billion in total assets.
Headquartered in New York, with offices in London and Los Angeles, Highmore is a diversified global alternative asset management firm. Highmore was founded by a world class team with a long-shared history at firms such as Man Group, FrontPoint Partners, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Citigroup, and Oppenheimer & Co., where the team built investment businesses, developed differentiated alternative investment strategies, managed funds, and oversaw assets in excess of USD $25 billion.
Perkin Industries (“PI”) is a diversified portfolio of cash-producing operating assets. All of their companies share some common characteristics - They are run by successful entrepreneurs. They have the opportunity to grow. They produce cash. They have over 3 years of operating history. PI has been in existence since 2012.
Woodforest National Bank is a privately held bank headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. The Bank has more than 750 branches in 17 different states. Woodforest National Bank is Walmart's largest retail partner. The Commercial Bank represents about half of the Bank's business. As of April the Bank enjoyed total assets of $8.4 billion. It runs its commercial banking efforts through its offices in Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale and Charlotte.
First Horizon National Corp. offers capital market services, regional banking and wealth management through our First Horizon family of companies.Fixed IncomeFHN Financial is an industry leader in fixed income sales, trading, and strategies for institutional customers in the United States and abroad. The company also provides investment services and balance sheet management solutions. FHN Financial is an important part of First Horizon’s business model, as it provides unique countercyclical benefits and complements our approach to managing our company for soundness and profitability throughout shifts in the economy.With an average daily trading volume of $5+ billion, FHN Financial has transacted business in recent years with approximately 50% of all US banks with portfolios more than $100 million.FHN Financial is comprised of six entities: FHN Financial Capital Markets, FHN Financial Securities Corp., FHN Financial Capital Assets Corp., FHN Financial Portfolio Advisors, FHN Financial Municipal Advisors, and FHN Financial Main Street Advisors. Based in Memphis, Tenn., FHN Financial has nearly 30 offices throughout the United States.Regional BankingFirst Horizon Bank is committed to making your banking experience the best it can be with innovative, convenient services and helpful, knowledgeable people. From your first checking account to the loan you need to build a home or business, we are committed to helping you at every stage of your financial life.With a network of approximately 250 bank locations across the Southeast, we make it easy to help you take good care of your money.Wealth ManagementWith 30 trust officers, 86 financial advisors, 10 financial planning professionals, and $32 billion in assets under administration, First Horizon Advisors’ mission is to provide you with access to a range of resources that can help you build the financial future you deserve.Every product, every service, and every person in our organization is dedicated to helping you maximize your financial potential and reach your investment goals. Whether you need advice and guidance with investments, trusts, financial planning, or more, our advisors have the expertise to provide peace of mind and clear direction.