Columbia Financial, Inc. Announces Commencement of Second-Step Conversion Offering; Receipt of Regulatory Approvals for the Conversion and the Acquisition of Northfield Bancorp, Inc.

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2026.05.11 20:12
On May 11, 2026, Columbia Financial, Inc. revealed plans for the conversion of Columbia Bank from mutual holding to stock holding company status. The mid-tier holding company for Columbia Bank aims to begin offering common stock around May 21, 2026. Columbia Financial, Inc., a newly established Maryland corporation, is set to take over as the successor holding entity. This move signifies a significant shift for the Bank as it transitions its structure. The offering of common stock will mark a pivotal moment in this conversion process. Keep an eye out for developments in this financial transformation.