Paragon Bank Financial Solutions Announces Authorization of A Stock Repurpose Program
June 03, 2020
Paragon Financial Solutions Announces Authorization of a Stock Repurchase Program
Memphis, Tennessee June 3, 2020 – Paragon Financial Solutions (“Paragon” or the “Company”) (OTCBB: PGNN) the parent company of Paragon Bank, today announced that the board of directors of Paragon (the “Board”) has authorized a stock repurchase program pursuant to which the Company may, from time to time, purchase up to $1 million of its outstanding shares of common stock. The shares may be repurchased from time to time in privately negotiated transactions or the open market, including pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and in accordance with applicable regulations of the SEC. The stock repurchase program does not obligate the Company to purchase any particular number of shares, and the timing and exact amount of any repurchases will depend on various factors, including the performance of the Company’s stock price, general market and other conditions, applicable legal requirements and other factors. The stock repurchase program has an expiration date of May 31, 2021. The stock repurchase program may be terminated or amended by the Board at any time prior to the expiration date.
“We believe our stock is an attractive investment at current valuations and offers an excellent means to build long-term value for our shareholders,” stated Robert Shaw, President and Chief Executive Officer.
About Paragon Financial Solutions
Paragon Financial Solutions is the parent of Paragon Bank. Paragon Financial Solutions is currently quoted on the OTCBB under the symbol PGNN. Since its founding in 2005, Paragon Bank has maintained a solid focus on the community and customer service. For over 15 years, Paragon has delivered innovative products and financial expertise, convenience, and a deep understanding of what both businesses and individuals need from a bank, in order to provide solutions that make a difference. In the areas of business or personal banking, lending options or wealth management, Paragon delivers cutting edge technology, an experienced team and the most serviceoriented staff of any community bank.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements about (i) future financial and operating results; (ii) Paragon Bank’s plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts; and (iii) other statements identified by words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “targets,” “projects,” or words of similar meaning generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of the management of Paragon and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of Paragon. In addition, these forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results discussed in these forward-looking statements because of possible uncertainties. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements: (1) the assumptions and estimates used by Paragon’s management include both assumptions as to certain business decisions that are subject to change and, in many respects, subjective judgment, and thus are susceptible to multiple interpretations and periodic revisions based on actual experience and business developments, and thus, may not be realized; (2) legislative or regulatory changes, including changes in accounting standards, may adversely affect the businesses in which Paragon is engaged; (3) changes in the interest rate environment may adversely affect net interest income; (4) continued diversification of assets and adverse changes to credit quality; (5) competition from other financial services companies in Paragon Bank’s markets could adversely affect operations; and (6) an economic slowdown that could adversely affect credit quality and loan originations. Paragon cautions that the foregoing list of factors is not exclusive. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning other matters attributable to Paragon or any person acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above. Paragon does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements are made.
Contact: Robert Shaw, President and CEO Paragon Financial Solutions 901.273.2901
Memphis, Tennessee June 3, 2020 – Paragon Financial Solutions (“Paragon” or the “Company”) (OTCBB: PGNN) the parent company of Paragon Bank, today announced that the board of directors of Paragon (the “Board”) has authorized a stock repurchase program pursuant to which the Company may, from time to time, purchase up to $1 million of its outstanding shares of common stock. The shares may be repurchased from time to time in privately negotiated transactions or the open market, including pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and in accordance with applicable regulations of the SEC. The stock repurchase program does not obligate the Company to purchase any particular number of shares, and the timing and exact amount of any repurchases will depend on various factors, including the performance of the Company’s stock price, general market and other conditions, applicable legal requirements and other factors. The stock repurchase program has an expiration date of May 31, 2021. The stock repurchase program may be terminated or amended by the Board at any time prior to the expiration date.
“We believe our stock is an attractive investment at current valuations and offers an excellent means to build long-term value for our shareholders,” stated Robert Shaw, President and Chief Executive Officer.
About Paragon Financial Solutions
Paragon Financial Solutions is the parent of Paragon Bank. Paragon Financial Solutions is currently quoted on the OTCBB under the symbol PGNN. Since its founding in 2005, Paragon Bank has maintained a solid focus on the community and customer service. For over 15 years, Paragon has delivered innovative products and financial expertise, convenience, and a deep understanding of what both businesses and individuals need from a bank, in order to provide solutions that make a difference. In the areas of business or personal banking, lending options or wealth management, Paragon delivers cutting edge technology, an experienced team and the most serviceoriented staff of any community bank.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements about (i) future financial and operating results; (ii) Paragon Bank’s plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts; and (iii) other statements identified by words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “targets,” “projects,” or words of similar meaning generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of the management of Paragon and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of Paragon. In addition, these forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results discussed in these forward-looking statements because of possible uncertainties. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements: (1) the assumptions and estimates used by Paragon’s management include both assumptions as to certain business decisions that are subject to change and, in many respects, subjective judgment, and thus are susceptible to multiple interpretations and periodic revisions based on actual experience and business developments, and thus, may not be realized; (2) legislative or regulatory changes, including changes in accounting standards, may adversely affect the businesses in which Paragon is engaged; (3) changes in the interest rate environment may adversely affect net interest income; (4) continued diversification of assets and adverse changes to credit quality; (5) competition from other financial services companies in Paragon Bank’s markets could adversely affect operations; and (6) an economic slowdown that could adversely affect credit quality and loan originations. Paragon cautions that the foregoing list of factors is not exclusive. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning other matters attributable to Paragon or any person acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above. Paragon does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements are made.
Contact: Robert Shaw, President and CEO Paragon Financial Solutions 901.273.2901
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