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MetaBank, N.A. announced the promotion of Christopher Soupal to President of the Commercial Finance Division, reporting to Co-President Brett Pharr. With over 20 years of finance experience, Soupal will oversee diverse aspects of Commercial Finance including Crestmark and AFS/IBEX divisions. He previously led the Government Guaranteed Lending unit and contributed to significant growth in niche lending sectors. Soupal aims to provide flexible financing solutions to support client growth, ensuring MetaBank's commitment to financial enablement.

Meta Financial Group (Nasdaq: CASH) released its inaugural 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, underscoring its commitment to financial inclusion and high governance standards. The report focuses on five pillars: governance, customers, employees, community, and environment, detailing efforts such as distributing $6.42 billion in Economic Impact Payments and supporting over 20,000 jobs through the Paycheck Protection Program. The company aims to enhance community engagement and align its corporate vision with ESG priorities.

Porte has launched the "Porte Pays Off Your Student Debt" Sweepstakes to assist individuals burdened by student loans. The initiative targets legal residents of the U.S. and D.C. aged 18+, holding a minimum of $2,500 in federal student loans. The grand prize of $28,950 aims to alleviate financial pressures, with additional prizes of $5,000 and $2,500 for runners-up. Participants must enter by June 14, 2021, and create a Porte account to claim winnings. Porte, developed by Populus Financial Group, offers mobile banking services designed to enhance financial freedom and include high-yield savings options.

Meta Financial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CASH) announced a cash dividend of $0.05 per share for Q3 2021, payable on July 1, 2021, to shareholders of record by June 10, 2021. As of March 31, 2021, the company reported total assets of $9.79 billion and shareholders' equity of $835.3 million. This strategic move reflects the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders amidst a robust financial standing.

Meta Financial Group reported a 27% increase in earnings per share to $1.84 for Q2 FY2021, with net income rising to $59.1 million from $52.3 million a year prior. Total revenue was $187.3 million, slightly down from $188.3 million, impacted by a previous gain on the divestiture of a community bank. Noteworthy growth in core revenues was driven by tax services and payments. The company reported a 65% rise in solar lending, and total average deposits surged 181% to $9.29 billion.

Meta Financial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CASH) announced it will release its second-quarter financial results for fiscal year 2021 on April 27, 2021, after market close. The company will host a conference call and earnings webcast at 4:00 p.m. CT to discuss these results. Investors can access the live call by dialing (844) 461-9934 or via the company’s Investor Relations website. A replay will be available for a year post the event. This announcement indicates Meta's commitment to transparency and keeping investors informed about their financial performance.

Payix Incorporated has announced a new payment processing agreement with MetaBank, enhancing its merchant services capabilities for lenders and loan servicers. This agreement will support both ACH and card transactions, providing clients with greater flexibility in payment solutions. The collaboration positions Payix to interface directly with major card brands, improving the borrower-facing software platform. Chris Chestnut, CEO of Payix, expressed optimism about the benefits this partnership will bring to clients, leveraging MetaBank's scalable solutions.

Meta Financial Group (Nasdaq: CASH) announced its participation in the third round of Economic Impact Payments (EIP) disbursement, enabling approximately $11 billion to be distributed via prepaid debit cards. This initiative follows prior rounds where the company distributed $6.4 billion and $7.1 billion through the CARES Act and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, respectively. The disbursement is expected to have a slightly positive impact on earnings. MetaBank will operate under a temporary regulatory capital exemption, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines during this process.

MetaBank announced the appointment of Kia Tang as Chief People and Inclusion Officer, effective March 15, 2021. Kia will lead diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and drive workplace strategy across physical and remote locations. Brad Hanson, Co-President and CEO, highlighted Kia's background in human resources and operations as vital for MetaBank's mission to enhance financial inclusion. Kia previously worked as a consultant at Heidrick & Struggles and has extensive experience in the finance and recruiting sectors.