Review: People’s United Bank
People’s United Bank offers a wide array of financial services as a subsidiary of the People’s United Financial Inc. which has around $28 billion in assets.
People’s United Bank was established in 1842. It is the biggest bank that is based in New England which provides wealth management, commercial banking, and retail banking. The bank has around 375 branches spread in the state of Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. It also provides insurance services, brokerage, and equipment financing through the bank’s subsidiaries.
History
People’s United Bank has been providing financial services to businesses and individuals since it was founded in 1842. Today it is considered as the biggest independent bank with headquarters in New England. It has around $28 billion in assets with around 375 branches spread across different states.
The bank went public in 1988 after being organized as a mutual holding firm. The split-adjusted per share price during its IPO was pegged at $1.20. By 2006, the bank became a federally chartered savings bank and mutual holding firm which led to more flexibility that was crucial to establish more branches and grow their business in different states in the US.
In 2007, the parent company of the bank was converted to a stock company that is fully owned by public stakeholders from being a mutual holding firm. With this move, a community foundation of $60 million was established. The bank also changed its official name to Peoples United Bank during that same year.
Current Status
People’s United Bank has a total asset amounting to $26.89 billion as of the third quarter of 2011. Its total deposits of around $20.51 billion. It was able to keep its assets growing in the past two years with 2009 Q3 pegged at $1.76 billion, 2010 Q3 at $20.41 billion, and 2011 Q3 at $26.88 billion.
The biggest chunk of its assets is made up of net loans and leases at around $20 billion making up 74.54% of the pie. Other significant slice of their assets come from securities, cash and balances due, goodwill and other intangibles, and other asssets.
Looking at its Tier 1 Leverage Ratio of 11.83, it places People’s United Bank in the Top 20 Banks compared to its closest asset peers nationwide.
As per the quality of its assets, People’s United Bank has a Texas Ratio of 21.43 based on the $65.88 million adjusted non performing assets and its $3.055 billion tangible equity plus loan loss reserve. This places the bank on 54th spot compared to its nearest 99 asset peers based on their Texas Ratio.
The bank has around 375 branches plus over 500 ATMs. It also offers 7-day in person banking thru Stop and Shop branches in the state of Connecticut.
The bank has under its wings its subsidiaries specifically People’s United Insurance Agency which offers insurance services; People’s Securities which provide brokerage, advisory, and life insurance services; People’s United Equipment Finance Corporation; and People’s Capital and Leasing Corporation.
People’s United Bank has around more than 5,370 employees.
Products
Take note that the interest rates here were based on the bank deal rates posted on the bank’s website which may be changed without notice. Please visit the website of People’s United Bank for the latest interest rates for their products.
Certificate of Deposit
The certificate of deposit offerings of People’s United Bank is a great way if you are looking for an investment with guaranteed returns. The cd rates are guaranteed and the certificates are covered by FDIC insurance. Consumers have an option between their Plus Certificate of Deposit and their Passbook CDs.
The Plus Certificate of Deposit offer premium interest rates for the checking account customers of the bank. You can also monitor this CD account as it will appear together with your checking account statement. The 2 Year Plus CD requires an opening deposit of $500 and gains 1.10% APY.
The Passbook CD are for customers who do not have a checking account with People’s United. The 2 Year Passbook Certificate of Deposit asks for a minimum opening deposit of $1,000 while it has a lower interest rate of 0.95% APY.
You can enjoy the best CD interest rates for these CD accounts with a minimum balance of $1,000.
Checking Account
People’s United Bank offers different checking accounts that will fit your banking needs and lifestyle.
Advantage Plus Checking comes with certain advantages. This checking account offers higher checking account rates when you maintain a balance of more than $10,000. It comes with free checks, ATM transactions, debit card, online banking, and other benefits subject to certain conditions. You can also avoid the monthly fees when you have a combined balance average of at least $7,500 for your deposit, CDs, or home equity products.
The Plus Checking Account of People’s United Bank offers value and flexibility in one checking account. It is a free checking account that requires no minimum daily balance, no requirements for direct deposits, and no monthly service fees.
From time to time, the bank runs a promo for their checking account like this Gas Card Bonus which was offered last year.
The interest rates for the checking accounts are not posted on the website of the bank. You can visit the nearest branch or call them thru 1800-772-1090 to inquire.
Money Market
The money market accounts of People’s United Bank are offered as a Linked Money Market or a Passbook Money Market Account.
The Linked Money Market Account simply sets up you money market account to be connected with your existing checking account for convenience and easy access. You can transfer your funds in between the two accounts for easy management. You can also earn a higher interest rate depending on the amount of your deposit.
Passbook Money Market is a deposit account designed for those who want a traditional money market savings. You will have a passbook to monitor and manage your account. All transactions like deposits and withdrawals are done by visiting the branch.
Savings Account
The bank offers a Passbook Savings Account and a Linked Savings Account.
The Passbook Savings Account is like your traditional savings account managed thru a passbook. You need to drop by a branch to complete any transaction.
The Linked Savings Account is linked with a checking account with the bank. You can move funds from one account to the other for easy management and access.
Contact Information
Website: People’s United Bank
Telephone number: 1800-772-1090
Headquarters: 850 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604







