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Investors don't seem to be comfortable with the current Turkey macro picture-Citi

Investors don't seem to be comfortable with the current Turkey macro picture-Citi

We met with around 15 clients in the US (Boston, New York, Burbank and Los Angeles) between May 31 and June 3. Investors don't seem to be comfortable with the current Turkey macro picture and the absence of a meaningful policy response. The CBT's unorthodox strategy and...

We met with around 15 clients in the US (Boston, New York, Burbank and Los Angeles) between May 31 and June 3. Investors don't seem to be comfortable with the current Turkey macro picture and the absence of a meaningful policy response. The CBT's unorthodox strategy and the wide current account deficit emerged as the key topics of interest during our discussions._ There seems to be consensus among investors about the ineffectiveness of the CBT's approach. The May inflation reading seems to have further aggravated investors' uneasiness with the CBT's unconventional policy. In fact, a number of investors pointed out that the CBT is kicking the can down the road, as concerns about the Central Bank remaining behind the curve appear to be on the rise._ Despite investors' above-noted concerns, they seemed to be willing to take a more constructive approach towards Turkish assets if the government takes some action following the June elections. Such measures may include: (i) fiscal action in the form of administrative price adjustments and a commitment to restrain primary spending; (ii) involvement of the BRSA (Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency) through macro-prudential measures to help the CBT's efforts to bolster financial stability; and (iii) signals suggesting the CBT's intention to return to orthodoxy._ Given the light positioning and the quest for yield, the markets may respond positively to the introduction of a package along the lines highlighted above. Leaving this possible cyclical opportunity aside, whether or not there will be an improvement in the secular outlook for Turkish assets will depend on the government's willingness to take comprehensive actions to address the underlying structural causes of Turkey's vulnerabilities. In our view, this remains an open question.

Community Bank Consolidation – You Can Say “No” - CB-Resource

Now, having dealt with historical challenges, today community banks are dealing with a resounding message, “if you don’t have size, you cannot prosper.”  You hear this message in many forms and from many different sources, at conferences, or in most industry publications. The message is the same, “small to mid-size banks can’t be efficient”, “their stock is ill-liquid”, “the regulatory changes add additional costs and burdens”, “there is no market for their stock”, “their only option is to sell or merge” and….  In essence, the message is if you aren’t at least $500M in assets you are obsolete.  Industry consolidation is imminent.

Not surprisingly, in most cases, it’s the people that benefit the most from consolidation.  It is the banks, bankers, investment bankers, and private equity groups that seek to leverage small to mid-sized banks’ acquiescence.   These roll-up technicians will tell you they bring salvation.  Their story is a simple one: we have ample capital, talented management and boards, the size to effectively compete, and obviously we are the only option if you really care about your shareholders.

And who are their targets, most likely the over 5,000 banks that are $500M or less, many of which are in need capital to fund their growth.

So why not take something close to adjusted book value and let someone else deal with the challenges?  Will shareholders benefit? Perhaps.  Will customers be better off?  Maybe/maybe not.  Will bankers have career alternatives?  Probably not.  Will regulators be happy?  Some.

Let’s review what we know.  What really drives community bank values?  Solid relationship-based low cost deposits, 1% + ROA, double digit ROE, quality assets, low efficiency ratios, and sustainable non-interest income.  Even in this economy there are numerous banks between $250M – $500M hitting these marks.  Additionally, most consolidators will agree it will be some time before stock values return, for them or for you.

For the banks that are capital impaired or encumbered with continuing asset quality problems, consolidation may be eminent.

However, for those banks that have maintained a well-capitalized status and a modest to strong earnings stream – consolidation is an option, not a mandate.

The short answer, yes!  The reasons why the consolidators want to execute mergers now are also the same reasons why banks should hang in there and be around to fight another day.  Beyond buying low and selling high, consolidators are counting on future favorable market conditions to drive maximum value.  The economy will recover, albeit it may not be until mid-2012 in many markets, but recovery will occur.  Additionally, interest rates will rise and provide the much needed margin relief eventually.  NPAs and charge-off figures have already begun to trend in a favorable direction.  All conditions that provide the basis for creating sound operating returns in the future.

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