Ensuring our Clients and Our Institution Succeed Boldly Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (Financial Holding Company for Esquire Bank, N.A.) 2Q 2025 Investor Presentation Listed as ESQ Forward Looking Disclosure This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements are not historical fact and express management's current expectations, forecasts of future events or long-term goals and, by their nature, are subject to assumptions, ri ...

Market Overview - The stock market reached new highs as Wall Street reacts positively to the start of the second-quarter earnings season, with many companies exceeding lowered estimates due to tariffs [1] - Management commentary on current business trends has been favorable, enhancing earnings expectations for Q3 and beyond [2] - The improving earnings outlook, along with projections of potential Federal Reserve rate cuts in the second half of the year, creates a bullish environment extending beyond July [2] Investment Opportunities - Investors are encouraged to consider adding exposure to highly-ranked cheap stocks trading for $10 or less, which are driven by improving earnings outlooks [3] - Stocks priced under $10 are seen as having potential, especially those with strong Zacks Ranks (1 Strong Buys or 2 Buys) [3][9] Penny Stocks - The SEC defines penny stocks as those trading for less than $5, which are often avoided by investors due to their speculative nature [4] - Penny stocks typically trade infrequently and exhibit wide bid/ask spreads, leading to excessive volatility, although some can perform exceptionally well [5] Stocks Under $10 - Stocks in the $5 to $10 range are generally considered less risky than penny stocks, and investors may be more familiar with these companies [6] - A selective approach can yield winning stocks under $10, with specific screening parameters to identify potential investments [7][10] Featured Stock: PaySign, Inc. (PAYS) - PaySign, Inc. specializes in prepaid card programs and is projected to grow its revenue by 24% in 2025 and 11% in the following year, with a historical average sales expansion of 25% over the past four years [13] - The company is expected to see a significant increase in adjusted earnings, projected to grow by 400% in 2025 from $0.07 to $0.35, and further to $0.47 the next year [13] - PaySign's stock has surged 270% in the past three months, currently trading around $8.05, which is 5% below its recent peaks and 55% under its all-time highs from summer 2019 [13][15] - The stock trades at a 15% discount compared to its industry average, indicating potential value [14]

Core Insights - Evertec (EVTC) has a strong track record of beating earnings estimates, particularly in the last two quarters with an average surprise of 14.12% [1] - The company reported earnings of $0.81 per share for the most recent quarter, falling short of the expected $0.87, resulting in a surprise of 7.41% [2] - In the previous quarter, Evertec exceeded expectations by reporting $0.87 per share against a consensus estimate of $0.72, achieving a surprise of 20.83% [2] Earnings Estimates and Predictions - Earnings estimates for Evertec have been trending higher, supported by its history of earnings surprises [5] - The stock currently has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP of +1.16%, indicating bullish sentiment among analysts regarding its near-term earnings potential [8] - The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) suggests a high likelihood of another earnings beat in the upcoming report [8] Earnings ESP and Market Behavior - Research indicates that stocks with a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank of 3 or better have a nearly 70% chance of producing a positive surprise [6] - The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate, reflecting the latest analyst revisions [7] - A negative Earnings ESP can diminish predictive power but does not necessarily indicate an earnings miss [9]

Core Viewpoint - Commerce Bancshares reported strong second-quarter results for 2025, with GAAP EPS of $1.14 and revenue of $445.8 million, both exceeding analyst estimates and showing year-over-year growth [1][2]. Financial Performance - GAAP EPS for Q2 2025 was $1.14, surpassing the estimate of $1.04 and up 10.7% from $1.03 in Q2 2024 [2] - Revenue for Q2 2025 reached $445.8 million, exceeding the consensus estimate of $434.4 million and reflecting a 7.6% increase from $414.5 million in Q2 2024 [2] - Net interest income hit a record high of $280.1 million, a 6.8% increase from $262.2 million in the previous year [2][5] - Non-interest income grew by 8.8% to $165.6 million, with notable increases in trust fees (up 6.3%) and capital market fees (up 29.7%) [2][5] Strategic Initiatives - The company announced the acquisition of FineMark, which has $2.6 billion in loans and $3.1 billion in deposits, aimed at expanding its presence in Florida, Arizona, and South Carolina [10] - The quarterly dividend was increased by 7.0% to $0.275 per share, and the company repurchased 171,899 shares at an average price of $60.54 [11] Operational Metrics - Average total loans reached $17.5 billion, showing growth both sequentially and year-over-year, primarily driven by business and consumer loans [6] - Average deposits grew modestly to $24.9 billion, with a significant proportion of non-interest-bearing deposits [6] - Non-interest expenses increased by 5.3% to $244.4 million, influenced by higher salary and benefit costs, while the efficiency ratio improved to 54.8% from 55.95% a year ago [7] Risk and Credit Quality - Net loan charge-offs remained low at 0.22% of average loans, and non-accrual loans were only 0.11% of total loans [8][9] - The allowance for credit losses was $165.3 million, representing 0.94% of all outstanding loans [9] Future Outlook - Management emphasized priorities such as disciplined expense management, loan growth, and maintaining strengths in capital and customer service, without providing explicit financial guidance for the upcoming quarters [12]

Wex (WEX) is expected to deliver a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended June 2025. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on July 23. On the other h ...

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Industry Overview - The financial transaction services industry is poised for growth due to increasing transaction volumes driven by digital adoption and ongoing global digitization [1][2] - Providers are also benefiting from the rise in contactless and cross-border payments, resilient consumer spending, and strategic growth through mergers and acquisitions [2][4] - The industry is currently ranked in the top 18% of Zacks Industry Rank, indicating potential outperformance in the market over the next three to six months [5] Company Insights Visa Inc. - Visa's market position is strengthened by consistent volume-driven growth, acquisitions, and technological leadership in digital payments [7] - The company has invested $3.5 billion in a data platform to prevent $40 billion in fraud annually, embedding AI into over 100 products for fraud prevention and cybersecurity [9][10] - Visa's expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 10.2% and 12.9%, respectively, with a recent improvement in earnings estimates [10] Mastercard Inc. - Mastercard is expanding its addressable markets through acquisitions, with an expected net revenue increase of 13% year over year in 2025 [11] - The company is leveraging AI across various operations, including fraud detection, payment processing optimization, and customer experience personalization [12] - Mastercard's expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 13.1% and 9.7%, respectively, with a recent improvement in earnings estimates [14] PayPal Holdings Inc. - PayPal is experiencing robust growth in total payment volume, with strengthening customer engagement and improving monetization efforts on its platform [15][16] - The company is leveraging AI to enhance fraud detection, personalized experiences, and operational efficiency [17] - PayPal's expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 3.7% and 8%, respectively, with a recent improvement in earnings estimates [17]

Core Insights - Mastercard is a leading corporate giant with a market cap of nearly $500 billion, ranking as the 16th-largest American company by market cap, surpassing major financial institutions like Bank of America and American Express [1] Business Model - Mastercard operates a payment processing business model, acting as a middleman that facilitates transactions between merchants, cardholders, and card-issuing institutions, charging fees for network usage [3] - The company generated $29 billion in revenue over the last 12 months, reflecting a 12% increase from $26 billion the previous year, driven by growing global payment volumes and a shift towards cashless transactions, particularly in emerging markets [4] Financial Performance - Mastercard's operating margin has improved from 53% to 58% over the last decade, with net income rising from $3.7 billion to over $13.1 billion, benefiting from economies of scale [5] - The stock has delivered a total return of 518% over the past 10 years, significantly outperforming the S&P 500's total return of 246% during the same period [7] Shareholder Value Initiatives - The company pays a quarterly dividend of $0.76 per share, yielding 0.55%, and has announced a $12 billion share repurchase plan to enhance shareholder value by reducing outstanding shares [8] - Mastercard generated $14.3 billion in free cash flow over the last 12 months, equating to $15.53 per share, supporting its dividend and buyback initiatives [9]

Core Insights - Orange Bank & Trust Company has promoted Elizabeth "Liz" Jones to Executive Vice President, recognizing her significant contributions to the bank's operational efficiency and strategic growth [1][3]. Company Overview - Orange Bank & Trust Company is a leading financial institution in the Hudson Valley, focusing on commercial lending, business banking, payment processing, and wealth management services, with over $2.5 billion in assets [5]. Leadership and Achievements - Liz Jones joined the bank in 2016 and has held various leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer, where she oversaw critical operational projects such as the bank's core conversion [2][4]. - The promotion reflects her exceptional leadership, work ethic, and ability to align the bank's structure and offerings with client needs, contributing to sustained loan and deposit growth [3][4]. Strategic Role - As Chief of Staff to the President and CEO, Jones has played a key role in driving the bank's strategic agenda and delivering on major project milestones [3].

Core Viewpoint - dLocal is positioned as a crucial payment processing company that connects global e-commerce giants with consumers in emerging markets, adapting to local payment methods and regulatory changes [1]. Company Overview - dLocal operates as a payment processing company, facilitating transactions between international e-commerce platforms and consumers in emerging markets [1]. Market Position - The company serves as a "toll bridge," indicating its role in enabling cross-border payments in regions where payment methods are diverse and regulations are frequently updated [1].