GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alpine Banks of Colorado (OTCQX: ALPIB), parent company of Alpine Bank, declared a cash dividend of $0.21 per share on its Class A common stock and Class B common stock, payable July 28, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 21, 2025. About Alpine Banks of ColoradoAlpine Banks of Colorado, through its wholly owned subsidiary Alpine Bank, is a $6.7 billion, independent, employee-owned organization founded in 1973 with headquarters in Glenwood Sp ...

Financial Performance & Growth - Synovus' diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) increased from $189 in 2016 to $399 in Q1 2019, representing a 26% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)[39] - Adjusted Return on Average Tangible Common Equity (ROATCE) increased by 860 basis points from 852% in 2016 to 1752% in Q1 2019[39] - Synovus is targeting a sustained 10+% CAGR in EPS growth, with a Return on Assets (ROA) of approximately 145%, an adjusted tangible efficiency ratio of approximately 50%, and a Return on Tangible Common Equity (ROTCE) of approximately 170%[47, 48] - The company reported adjusted diluted EPS of $098 in Q1 2019, a 151% increase year-over-year[50] Merger & Acquisition - The merger with Florida Community Bank (FCB) significantly strengthens Synovus' Florida footprint, making it >1/3 of the pro forma franchise[34] - Synovus expects to surpass $30 million in FCB-related cost savings in 2019 and complete the full conversion in Q2 2019[63] - The FCB merger is projected to result in a ~17% Internal Rate of Return (IRR) and a ~17% ROATCE[124] Balance Sheet & Credit Quality - As of Q1 2019, Synovus had total assets of $47 billion and loans of $36 billion[22] - The company's loan growth in Q1 2019, including FCB, annualized to 46%, compared to a standalone Synovus loan growth of 16% in Q1 2018[128] - The Net Charge-Off (NCO) ratio was 019% in Q1 2019[55] 2019 Outlook - Synovus anticipates loan growth of 55% to 75% and revenue growth of 55% to 75% for 2019[60] - The company projects adjusted non-interest expense growth of 2% to 4% in 2019, excluding amortization of intangibles of approximately $14 million[60]

Intercontinental Exchange ( ICE ) operates exchanges and provides fixed income and mortgage services for financial institutions. I anticipate the company to sustain growth momentum in future trading volumes in FY25. I am initiating with a ‘buy’ rating with a fair valueAnalyst’s Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinio ...

WOOSTER, Ohio, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Main Street Financial Services Corp. (OTCQX:MSWV) (the “Company”) today announced that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) has terminated the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Jay R. VanSickle II, effective June 3, 2025. In accordance with Mr. VanSickle’s employment contract, he was terminated without cause and is no longer a member of the Board. The Board has appointed Mark R. Witmer, currently a director and Executive Chair of the Company, a ...

Investor Presentation 2 nd Quarter 2024 1 Cautionary Statements Forward Looking: This presentation contains certain forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but instead represent only the beliefs, expectations, or opinions of TowneBank and its management regarding future events, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of such wor ...

Primerica (PRI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 10:00 AM ET Speaker0 Greetings, and welcome to Primerica's First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A question and answer session will follow the formal presentation. Please note this conference is being recorded. I will now turn the conference over to your host, Nicole Russell, SVP, Investor Relations. Thank you. You may begin. Speaker1 Thank you, operator, and good morning, everyo ...

Core Viewpoint - FNF Group reported quarterly earnings of $0.78 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.13 per share, representing an earnings surprise of -30.97% [1][2] Financial Performance - The company posted revenues of $2.73 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 20.73%, compared to revenues of $3.3 billion a year ago [2] - Over the last four quarters, FNF Group has surpassed consensus EPS estimates just once [2] Stock Performance - FNF Group shares have increased approximately 14.5% since the beginning of the year, while the S&P 500 has declined by 4.7% [3] - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $1.58 on revenues of $3.81 billion, and for the current fiscal year, it is $5.90 on revenues of $15.03 billion [7] Industry Outlook - The Insurance - Property and Casualty industry is currently in the top 15% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable outlook for stocks within this sector [8] - Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions, suggesting that the industry outlook can significantly impact stock performance [5][8]

M&T Bank (MTB) Conference Summary Company Overview - M&T Bank is characterized as a community-focused bank with a strong retail banking presence in the Northeastern, New England, and Mid-Atlantic regions of the US [3][4] - The bank has a solid capital position, high liquidity, and improving credit quality [4][5] Key Industry Insights - The current economic environment is marked by uncertainty due to tariffs and various economic paths [3] - Consumer spending patterns remain stable, with delinquencies on the consumer side still low [5][6] - Commercial customers are cautious about investments due to uncertainty regarding tariffs and regulations, although there is a desire to invest [7][8] Financial Performance - M&T Bank has seen record volumes in indirect lending, particularly in auto, RV, and marine sectors, attributed to preemptive spending before potential price increases [6] - The bank's commercial lending has been soft, particularly in floor planning, but there is growth in middle-market lending [15][16] - The bank's net interest margin increased by 8 basis points to 3.66%, with expectations for further improvement due to favorable pricing in their swap book and loan portfolio [18][19] Loan and Deposit Trends - The bank's commercial real estate (CRE) portfolio is shrinking, but this is seen as a positive due to the reduction of criticized loans [12][16] - The bank aims to stabilize and grow its loan originations in the second half of the year [17] - M&T Bank is cautious about deposit growth, focusing on attracting operating deposits while being price-conscious [13][24] Fee Income Growth - M&T Bank anticipates decent fee income growth driven by investments in corporate trust, wealth management, and mortgage services [27][29] - The treasury management business is performing well, with high single-digit to low double-digit growth year-over-year [31] Expense Management - The bank expects modest expense growth of around 2%, with ongoing strategic projects that require significant investment [34][37] - M&T Bank has several key strategic projects underway, including a new financial system and data centers [39][40] Credit Quality Outlook - Nonperforming assets and criticized loans have improved, with expectations for continued improvement despite potential economic downturns [45][46] - The bank is closely monitoring macroeconomic factors that could impact credit quality, including GDP and unemployment rates [55][56] Capital Management - M&T Bank aims to maintain a CET1 ratio of 11% and has been active in share buybacks, purchasing over $600 million in Q1 [60][61] - The bank has reduced its criticized loan book by 27% and nonaccrual loans by 33% over the past year [61] Regulatory Environment - The bank is preparing for potential regulatory changes and is focused on maintaining strong fundamentals [80][81] - M&T Bank is optimistic about the current regulatory environment, which is seen as more conducive to growth [79][80] Conclusion - M&T Bank emphasizes its commitment to community banking and maintaining a strong, consistent performance while managing risks effectively [100][103] - The bank's focus on inclusivity and community engagement is viewed as a competitive advantage [101][102]

Core Viewpoint - United Community Banks, Inc. reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of 2025, with net income of $71.4 million and a diluted earnings per share of $0.58, reflecting a year-over-year increase in earnings despite a slight decline from the previous quarter [1][6]. Financial Performance - Net income for Q1 2025 was $71.4 million, with a pre-tax, pre-provision income of $106.6 million [1][9]. - Diluted earnings per share (EPS) increased by $0.07 year-over-year to $0.58, but decreased by $0.03 from Q4 2024 [1][10]. - On an operating basis, diluted EPS was $0.59, up 13% from the same quarter last year [2][10]. - Total revenue improved by $8.9 million, or 3.7%, year-over-year [6][9]. Asset Quality and Credit Losses - The return on assets was 1.02%, with an operating return of 1.04% [3][9]. - The provision for credit losses was $15.4 million, with net charge-offs of $9.6 million, maintaining a stable credit quality [5][9]. - Nonperforming assets improved to 0.33% of total assets, down from 0.42% in the previous quarter [5][11]. Loan and Deposit Growth - Loans increased by $249 million, or 5.6% annualized, with total loans reaching $18.425 billion [4][15]. - Customer deposits rose by $309 million, or 5.4% annualized, primarily in money market deposits [4][6]. - The net interest margin expanded by 10 basis points to 3.36% from the previous quarter [4][9]. Operational Efficiency - Noninterest expenses decreased by $2.0 million compared to the fourth quarter, reflecting ongoing cost control efforts [9][12]. - The efficiency ratio was reported at 56.7%, indicating improved operational efficiency [9][14]. Strategic Initiatives - The company announced plans to acquire American National Bank, enhancing its presence in the growing South Florida market [4][9]. - United Community Banks was recognized by J.D. Power as 1 in Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast, highlighting its commitment to customer service [4][9].

Fathom (FTHM) Q4 2024 Earnings Call March 12, 2025 10:35 PM ET Company Participants None - ExecutiveMarco Fregenal - CEO, President & Director Conference Call Participants Darren Aftahi - Senior Research Analyst-Internet, Media and Enabling Technologies Operator Greetings. Welcome to the Fathom Holdings Inc. Fourth Quarter twenty twenty four Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A question and answer session will follow the formal presentation. Please note this conferenc ...