Kings Announces Definitive Merger Agreement to Acquire Empire
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 20
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What happened
Kings announced a definitive merger agreement to acquire Empire. Empire, which is headquartered in Staten Island and operates Empire State Bank, has total assets of approximately $596 million and total deposits of $491 million as of September 30, 2026. The transaction is intended to strengthen Kings' presence in Brooklyn and Staten Island by adding a low-cost core deposit base.
From manilatimes.net
Why it matters
The acquisition enhances Kings' market density, positioning it as one of few commercial banks with a ground level branch presence across all five boroughs of New York City upon closing. This move expands Kings' business-focused customer relationships and deposit base.
From manilatimes.net
Who's involved
Possible ripples
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