New Jersey Bankers Association

09/08/2026

Get a quick economic update on The Week Ahead from The Baker Group, the exclusive broker-dealer provider for our Endorsed Provider ICBA Securities:

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09/08/2026

📢Report from our Endorsed Provider S&P Global Market Intelligence - Q3 2026 US Bank Outlook: US banks brace for an extended deposit cost squeeze

"Deposit costs are squeezing margins at US banks and there is no near-term relief in sight, even as certificate of deposit (CD) repricing waves lock in higher funding costs well into 2027. Still, with credit holding up and deal activity accelerating, US bank earnings will continue to grow — though the path to expansion is narrowing."

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09/07/2026

At NJBankers, we ❤️ our members! Each , we'll feature one of our fantastic Associate Members - businesses working to enhance the operations of our state's banks, providing them with products and services to help them thrive.

To learn more about our Endorsed Provider Innovative Financing Solutions, visit https://hubs.la/Q04nw8dn0.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we recognize the hard work and dedication of all the people who keep our state’s economy moving forward.

We’re proud to support the banks and banking professionals who play an essential role in our communities and our state’s financial strength.

Thank you to our members for all you do, and best wishes for a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

09/06/2026

📰News from our Associate Member Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co.: the law firm recently announced the acquisition of Nathan & Nathan, P.C.

The acquisition significantly expands Weltman’s footprint throughout the Southeast, adding established operations and expertise in Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Tennessee. The addition of Nathan & Nathan strengthens Weltman’s ability to provide clients with seamless legal representation and recovery solutions across an even broader geographic area.

Weltman is pleased to announce the acquisition of Nathan & Nathan, P.C., a respected law firm founded in 1992 by John Nathan.

09/05/2026

📢From our Associate Member Jackson Lewis, read the legal update article "Credit Checks in Hiring: Key Issues for Financial Services Employers After Medical Debt Reporting Restrictions."

TakeawaysCredit checks remain a critical but legally complex hiring tool in the financial services sector, requiring consideration of federal and state laws. Employers should be aware of new limits on the reporting and use of medical debt information.Employers should regularly review credit check cr...

09/04/2026

📢View ABA President & CEO Rob Nichols' recent Washington Update column "It's time to talk tokenization."

"For much of 2026, the conversation around digital assets has been dominated by stablecoins, as regulators worked to implement the Genius Act, the 2025 law governing stablecoins, and lawmakers debated the Clarity Act, a more comprehensive regulatory framework for all digital assets."

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09/03/2026

📰News from our member Bank of America: The bank announced a $50,000 grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson & Union Counties in support of its “Big Futures through Mentoring & Workforce Development” initiative.

The investment will help expand the organization’s established model of professionally supported one-to-one mentoring that connects young people ages 14-24 in underrepresented and low-income communities to career exploration, college readiness, and long-term economic mobility.

Bank of America announced a $50,000 grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson & Union Counties in support of its "Big Futures through Mentoring & Workforce Development" initiative.

09/02/2026

📰News from our member Kearny Bank: Daniel Benker has been promoted to the position of Senior Vice President/Director of Facilities and Administrative Services. He previously served as the bank’s First Vice President/Facilities and Administrative Services.

Benker, who joined Kearny Bank in 2004, heads the Facilities and Administrative Services division, overseeing facilities operations at more than 40 locations, procurement, administrative services, mailroom operations, property management, fleet management, life safety, branch maintenance, capital improvement projects, and regulatory compliance.

Hewitt resident Daniel Benker has been promoted by Kearny Bank to the position of Senior Vice President / Director of Facilities and Administrative Services.

09/01/2026

📢Join our Endorsed Provider Abrigo for the webinar "Monitoring mistakes: Why we often miss credit deterioration" on September 15 at 2:00pm.

This webinar will explore why lenders and credit teams often miss early signs of deterioration. Discuss practical ways to strengthen ongoing monitoring, revisit original underwriting assumptions, and identify small changes before they become larger credit problems.

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Learn how lenders can spot early credit deterioration, test underwriting assumptions, and strengthen loan monitoring before risk escalates.