CEO reveals Chesapeake Financial Shares weathering the storm of industry challenges
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July 25, 2023 12:35 PM Eastern Daylight Time
Jeff Szyperski, Chairman and CEO of Chesapeake Financial Shares, joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share news of the bank's latest financial numbers amidst the challenging times caused by high interest rates and the ongoing industry-wide struggle to manage deposit levels and cost of funds.
The CEO highlights that the shock to the system came from the Federal Reserve's rate increases rather than solely pandemic-related factors. Despite the difficulties, Chesapeake Bank remains on a consistent dividend track, a feat achieved for 30 consecutive years.
It is actively managing its balance sheet and making strategic investments for long-term shareholder value. The company's special purpose subsidiaries, Chesapeake Payment Systems and Flexit, are performing well and providing strength in the face of declining net interest margins.
As a 123-year-old bank, Chesapeake aims to reassure shareholders that they are well-positioned for the future with a strong balance sheet and a commitment to staying in the industry for the long haul.
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