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Lead Edge Capital has raised a new fund.

The New York-based firm has raised its fourth fund, pulling in $520 million. This brings the firm’s total capital under management to more than $1.5 billion.

“We’re uniquely positioned to help ambitious companies scale by leveraging our unique investor base who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves,” Lead Edge founder Mitchell Green. “We’ll stay focused on building this unmatched network of leaders and continue driving tangible value for our…

Fifth Third Bancorp’s $4.7 billion deal to acquire a Chicago bank could be at risk because Fifth Third’s stock price has fallen, a bank analyst said.

Stock in downtown Cincinnati-based Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB), the largest locally based bank and the nation’s 13th biggest, has fallen 12 percent since it reached an agreement in May to acquire MB Financial. It’s using mostly its stock to buy MB Financial in addition to a small cash component, so the decline in share price means the deal’s…

Only six of the state's 121 banks lost money in the second quarter.

A bill that would provide lending transparency for small business borrowing in California could pass soon, and as small business advocates we know SB 1235, which is sponsored by Sen. Steve Glazer, would give the state’s small businesses the information they need to understand the confusing world of business financing.

Search the internet for “small business loan” and you will find sites offering the “fastest and simplest way to get up to $250,000” or, “Fast Funding. All types of Credit.”…

The company is leasing a third floor for its downtown office on Central Avenue.

A wealth management firm is growing its presence locally after acquiring an Oakwood company, adding employees and signing a new deal with a local nonprofit.

Back-to-school season is a great time to remember the value of education. Education is foundational to our lives – it broadens employment options, increases earnings potential, makes us better citizens and voters and even improves our health. In St. Louis, where education has taken a positive turn in recent years, relentless focus and continued momentum is critical. The solution to many of the region’s challenges is simple – improving, expanding and sustaining quality educational opportunities…

Texas First Bank's Christopher Doyle has been named a Most Admired CEO by the Houston Business Journal.

Amegy Bank's Steve Stephens has been named a Most Admired CEO by the Houston Business Journal.

CommunityBank of Texas' Robert R. Franklin Jr. has been named a Most Admired CEO by the Houston Business Journal.