Author: Patti Casaleggio, Invictus Analytics
As regulatory scrutiny and expectations around commercial real estate (CRE) continue to evolve, staying ahead of supervisory trends has never been more critical for community and...
Preparing for the Possibility of a Global Oil Shock and Stagflation Scenario
Author: Adam Mustafa CEO, Invictus Analytics
What happens when inflation reaccelerates from already elevated levels while economic growth slows?
This is the defining challenge behind Invictus Analytics’ latest Oil Price Shock...
Evaluating the CBLR at 8%: Should Your Bank Adopt it?
Author: Adam Mustafa, CEO, Invictus Analytics
Federal banking agencies recently finalized a rule lowering the Community Bank Leverage Ratio (CBLR) threshold from 9% to 8%, effective July 1, 2026. At first glance, the change...
Why Banks Should Consider Planning for a Trade War Recession Now
Author: Adam Mustafa, CEO, Invictus Analytics
Why the Worst Loans Are Made in the Best Times: Lessons from Banking History
Author: Adam Mustafa, President
One of the most critical principles in banking is that the worst loans are often made in the best of times. This paradox underscores how economic conditions at the time of a loan's origination can...
Know Your Limits
Author: Adam Mustafa, President
When it comes to managing capital and risk, knowing your limits isn't just about staying within regulatory boundaries—it's about understanding your bank's strengths and leveraging them for...
Every Penny of Capital Counts
Author: Adam Mustafa, CEO
When it comes to capital, community banks often lean on conventional wisdom, which may work for now but could limit their growth and adaptability in the future. Many CEOs confidently assert that holding...
The Evolving Commercial Real Estate Landscape
Author: Adam Mustafa, CEO
At Invictus Group, we pride ourselves on leading discussions about critical issues in banking and finance. Our President, Adam Mustafa, recently contributed his expertise to an article in American Banker...
Preparing for the Next Major Financial Crisis: Beyond 2008 and 2023
Author: Adam Mustafa, CEO
In the field of banking risk management, there's an old saying about “fighting the last war.” This mindset reflects our industry’s tendency to focus on the last major crisis as a model for what we might...