Esquire Finl Hldgs Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Esquire Financial Holdings reported strong Q2 2022 results with a 19% rise in net income to $6.4 million or $0.78 per diluted share, compared to $5.3 million in Q1 2022. Key metrics include returns on average assets at 2.00% and equity at 17.81%. The loan portfolio grew by 20% annualized, reaching $859.3 million, while deposits increased by 24% annualized to $1.2 billion. The company remains above regulatory capital standards and has ambitious growth plans in technology and finance.

Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESQ) has declared its first regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share, payable on June 1, 2022. Stockholders of record by May 16, 2022 will receive this dividend. CEO Andrew C. Sagliocca emphasized the company's strong growth and performance, which allows for this reward while aiming to create long-term value for investors and the markets served. This dividend marks a significant milestone for Esquire Financial, showcasing its financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns.

Esquire Financial Holdings reported a net income of $5.3 million for Q1 2022, down from $6.7 million in the previous quarter. This translates to $0.66 per diluted share, impacted by a prior quarter tax benefit. The company achieved a 1.92% return on assets and 15.06% return on equity, with a leading net interest margin of 4.43%. Total loans increased 17% to $818 million, while deposits rose 24% to $1.1 billion. Expenses grew 14.6% primarily due to compensation increases. Asset quality remained strong with minimal nonperforming loans.

Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESQ) reported a strong fourth quarter and full year 2021, with net income of $6.7 million ($0.83 per diluted share), significantly higher than the prior quarter. Key metrics include a net interest margin of 4.48%, total loans held for investment at $784.5 million, and an increase in deposits to $1.0 billion. Noninterest income rose to $5.2 million, driven by a rising payment processing platform. However, expenses increased by 13.1% predominantly due to higher employee compensation. The company's assets grew to $1.2 billion, reflecting solid financial stability.

Esquire Financial Holdings (NASDAQ: ESQ) reported Q3 2021 net income of $2.5 million, down from $4.5 million in the previous quarter, with diluted earnings per share at $0.32. Asset returns were 0.97% and 7.32% for common equity. Net interest margin remained strong at 4.50%. The company incurred a $3.4 million charge related to the NFL loan portfolio reclassification. Loans held for investment rose 21% to $744.1 million, while total assets reached $1.1 billion. Noninterest income grew 26.8%, driven by payment processing fees, which accounted for 32% of total revenues.

Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESQ) has reclassified its NFL loan portfolio, totaling $23.6 million, to loans held for sale, incurring a pretax charge of $3.4 million. This charge equates to $0.31 per diluted share. The fair value of these loans was estimated at $14.2 million as of September 30, 2021. The company plans to sell the loans while retaining a 90% noncontrolling economic interest. Management expects performance metrics for Q3 2021 to align with consensus estimates, with a minimal impact on capital ratios.

Esquire Financial Holdings (NASDAQ: ESQ) has partnered with Assure Disability to enhance Social Security Disability (SSD) payment solutions through the Serve® prepaid card. This collaboration aims to streamline SSD payments for law firms and clients, leveraging Assure's advanced technology and extensive client base of over 100,000 SSD claimants annually. The Serve® reloadable prepaid card, distributed by InComm Payments, will provide more secure and flexible access to settlements while reducing administrative burdens for law firms and claimants.

Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESQ) reported strong second quarter results for 2021, with net income rising to $4.5 million ($0.57 per diluted share), up from $2.5 million ($0.33) year-over-year. Total assets increased by 24% annualized to $1.1 billion, driven by a 26% growth in deposits. Payment processing income surged by 88% year-over-year. The efficiency ratio stood at 56.5% while maintaining robust asset quality with nonperforming loans at 0.32%.