Zions Bancorporation experienced a substantial decline in its market value Thursday, resulting in a loss of $1 billion. The bank disclosed that it had issued $60 million in loans to businesses and individuals, with a significant portion deemed unlikely to be repaid. This revelation has triggered concerns among investors and analysts regarding the bank’s financial stability. Regulatory bodies are now investigating the circumstances surrounding these loans and their potential impact on Zions’ solvency. The incident has prompted a review of risk management practices within the organization.
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