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First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company

Also known as First Citizens Bank, Bank of Smithfield, First Citizens Innovation Banking, First Citizens Fund Banking

First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company is the Raleigh, North Carolina bank identified by FDIC certificate 11063. Its franchise includes consumer banking, commercial finance and specialized lending businesses.

First Citizens BancShares is its parent. The Silicon Valley successor division uses First Citizens Innovation Banking branding; it is distinct from the failed historical Silicon Valley Bank. Acquired CIT and Silicon Valley operations are not separate current banks.

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