Amerant Bancorp Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) announced a new share repurchase program totaling $25 million, effective from January 1, 2023, until December 31, 2023. The program allows repurchases of Class A shares under various conditions and aims to enhance shareholder value. CEO Jerry Plush emphasized that this initiative represents prudent capital management. However, repurchases will commence only post the release of Q4 2022 earnings in January 2023. The company maintains discretion over timing and volume based on market conditions.

Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) has appointed Erin Knight to its Board of Directors, effective December 15, 2022. Knight is currently the President of Monument Capital Management and brings extensive banking experience from organizations like SouthTrust and Regions Bank. CEO Jerry Plush expressed enthusiasm about her appointment, citing her vast expertise in financial services as a valuable asset for the company’s strategic goals. Knight's leadership is expected to enhance Amerant's focus on customer and community needs.

Amerant Bank and United Way Miami announced that the Amerant Bank 5K will occur on January 22, 2023, in Coral Gables, marking the second year of sponsorship. The event aims to support United Way Miami's mission in education, financial stability, and health. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K run or walk followed by a celebration. Early registration is set at $30 and will increase closer to the race date. This partnership highlights Amerant Bank's commitment to community involvement.

Amerant Bank has announced a multi-year partnership with the Florida Panthers, becoming the Official Bank of the team and the FLA Live Arena. This partnership includes rebranding the center-ice premium seating area as the ‘Amerant Vault’, enhancing fan experiences with exclusive amenities. The deal will also extend Amerant’s branding visibility during games, and a portion of proceeds from player saves will support local veterans. Additional financial literacy opportunities will be offered to young fans through the Panthers Kids Club.

Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) reported a net income of $20.9 million in Q3 2022, a substantial increase from $7.7 million in Q2 2022. Total assets grew by 7.22% to $8.7 billion, while gross loans rose 11.2% to $6.5 billion. The average yield on loans increased to 5.06%. Non-performing loans decreased by 25.5% to $18.7 million. The board declared a cash dividend of $0.09 per common share, payable on November 30, 2022. The efficiency ratio improved to 65.4%.

Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) announced on October 19, 2022, that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.09 per share on common stock. This dividend is payable on November 30, 2022, for shareholders of record by November 15, 2022. Headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, Amerant operates through its principal subsidiary, Amerant Bank, and offers a range of banking services across 23 locations in South Florida and Houston, Texas.

Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) will announce its third quarter 2022 earnings on October 20, 2022, post-market. Investors can find the results on Amerant's website. A conference call, featuring CEO Jerry Plush and CFO Carlos Iafigliola, is scheduled for October 21 at 9:00 AM ET to discuss these results. Amerant Bancorp is the largest community bank in Florida, operating 24 banking centers across South Florida and Houston, Texas, providing various financial services.

Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) has declared a cash dividend of $0.09 per share, payable on August 31, 2022, to shareholders of record by the close of business on August 17, 2022. Headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, Amerant Bancorp operates through its main subsidiary, Amerant Bank, which is the largest community bank in the state and has served over 40 years. The bank provides a variety of financial services to individuals and businesses across the U.S.