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title: "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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description: "Columbia Financial, Inc. has announced the commencement of its second-step conversion offering, following the receipt of regulatory approvals for the conversion of Columbia Bank from a mutual holding to a stock holding company. The offering of common stock is expected to begin around May 21, 2026, marking a significant transition for the bank as it establishes itself as a newly formed Maryland corporation and successor holding entity."
datetime: "2026-05-11T20:12:13.000Z"
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# Columbia Financial, Inc. Announces Commencement of Second-Step Conversion Offering; Receipt of Regulatory Approvals for the Conversion and the Acquisition of Northfield Bancorp, Inc.

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.

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