Insiders in the banking sector snapped up shares of their own companies in what could be a show of faith as the unfolding crisis sent stocks sharply lower. The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank and Silvergate Capital prompted regulators to provide emergency rescue actions that calmed immediate funding concerns. Stephens Bank said about 40% of banks in its coverage have disclosed insider purchases since March 6. A total of 11 insiders at Valley National Bancorp bought shares in the past two weeks, including purchases by its CEO and several directors. PacWest shares have rebounded 9% this week, but are still down 63% this month.

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