2025 Q1 Review: Part II – Yields and the Fed
The benchmark US Treasury yield has been unusually volatile, pushing to 4.8% during the first quarter, near its 5% high, then dropping steadily through March, ending the period at 4.2%.…
TRB Welcomes: Marco Moreno, Relationship Manager in McAllen
McAllen, Texas—Texas Regional Bank (TRB) has announced the addition of Marco Moreno as Vice President and Relationship Manager, joining the lending team at TRB’s 10th Street location in McAllen. With…
2025 Q1 Review: Part I – Counter-trend Performance
The trends that have driven portfolio performance over the last two years shifted abruptly in the first quarter. The small group of stocks that we have referred to interchangeably as…
TRB Welcomes: Brittni Young, Market President in Johnson City
Johnson City, Texas—Texas Regional Bank (TRB) appoints Brittni Young as Market President for its Johnson City location, where she will lead the branch’s continued growth and deepen TRB’s presence in…
TRB Supports Brownsville’s 88th Annual Charro Days
Texas Regional Bank (TRB) Supports the 88th Annual Charro Days, a cherished tradition in Brownsville, Texas that celebrates the region’s deep-rooted cultural heritage. With a $10,000 donation and hosting the…
Honoring Service: John Wells and TRB’s Commitment to Fredericksburg
The Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce has named John Wells as its 2024 Volunteer of the Year. This prestigious award, selected by the Chamber President and Board of Directors, recognizes individuals…
TRB Insurance Welcomes: Jorge Garcia, Personal Lines Practice Leader
Harlingen, Texas—TRB Insurance, a wholly owned subsidiary of Texas Regional Bank (TRB), has appointed Jorge Garcia as Senior Vice President, Personal Lines Practice Leader. Based at TRB’s corporate office in…
2024 Review: Market Concentration and Valuation
The Elite 8 stocks drove much of the S&P 500’s 2024 gains, highlighting concerns over market concentration and high valuations. As past trends show, extreme valuations can impact long-term returns.…
2024 Review: Yields, the Fed, and Fiscal Uncertainty
Over five years, U.S. Treasury yields have fluctuated due to quantitative easing, deficit spending, and Fed policy. Higher yields boost fixed-income returns but raise borrowing cost concerns. As rates rise despite Fed easing, the bond market’s influence on policy grows.…
2024 Review: Politics, Markets, and the Election
The 2024 election delivered rare clarity, fueling high market expectations despite political and economic challenges. While deregulation and tariffs shape policy, market impacts remain uncertain.…
TRB Gives Back to Dripping Springs—Contributing Over $148,000 Since 2020
Dripping Springs, TX—Texas Regional Bank (TRB) continues to make a lasting impact in Dripping Springs, investing more than $148,000 since 2020 to support local education, charitable organizations, and community initiatives.…
Industry Insights: The Rising Challenge of Nuclear Verdicts
Nuclear verdicts—jury awards exceeding $10 million—are reshaping the insurance landscape, driving up premiums and reducing coverage options. Learn how these massive settlements impact businesses and individuals and how TRB Insurance can help you stay protected.…