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First Business Financial Services, Inc. (FBIZ) is the bank holding company for First Business Bank, a Madison, Wisconsin-based institution focused on Business Banking. Company news releases describe core activities in Commercial Banking and Specialty Finance, along with Private Wealth and Bank Consulting services. As a Nasdaq-listed commercial banking company, FBIZ regularly issues updates on its financial performance, strategy, and capital actions.
This news page aggregates coverage of First Business Financial Services, Inc. and First Business Bank, including earnings announcements, dividend declarations, investor conference participation, and strategic initiatives. Recent Form 8-K filings reference quarterly earnings press releases, investor presentations highlighting operating performance and business strategy, and board decisions on quarterly cash dividends for both common stock and 7% Series A Preferred Stock.
Investors and analysts following FBIZ can use this feed to review net income trends, loan and deposit growth, net interest margin, fee income from areas such as Private Wealth and SBA loan sales, and commentary on credit quality and funding. News items also cover management communications such as earnings conference calls and participation in virtual investor conferences, as well as partnerships like the bank’s credit card program collaboration with CorServ.
By monitoring this page, readers gain a consolidated view of the company’s public communications about its commercial banking, specialty finance, and wealth management activities, as reported through press releases and related disclosures.
First Business Financial Services, Inc. (Nasdaq: FBIZ) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share, translating to a dividend yield of 3.9% based on a market close price of $18.60. This marks a 9% increase from the previous quarterly dividend declared in October 2020, with a payout ratio of 25.4% based on Q4 2020 earnings. The dividend is payable on February 18, 2021, to shareholders on record as of February 8, 2021. President Corey Chambas highlighted this as a reflection of the company's commitment to shareholder value and growth initiatives.
First Business Bank (Nasdaq:FBIZ) reported a record net income of $6.1 million, or $0.71 per share, for Q4 2020, up from $4.3 million in Q3 2020. Key factors included a 20.9% increase in net interest income and a 12% growth in loans, excluding PPP loans. Non-performing assets dropped 27.3% to $26.7 million, reflecting improved asset quality. The bank’s net interest margin increased to 3.69% from 3.14%. The company also initiated a $5 million share repurchase program, signaling confidence in its valuation. Overall, strong financial performance positions FBIZ for sustainable growth in 2021.
First Business Financial Services, Inc. (Nasdaq: FBIZ) has announced a new share repurchase program, authorizing the repurchase of up to $5 million of its common stock over approximately twelve months, set to end on January 31, 2022. This decision follows the suspension of a prior buyback program in March 2020 due to the pandemic. The company's management believes shares are currently undervalued, indicating confidence in its future prospects. Factors influencing repurchases include stock performance, market conditions, and legal requirements.
First Business Financial Services, Inc. (Nasdaq: FBIZ) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.165 per share, reflecting a dividend yield of 3.73% based on the recent market close of $17.68. This dividend maintains the same rate as in July 2020, with a dividend payout ratio of 33% based on the Q3 2020 earnings per share. Shareholders of record as of November 2, 2020, will receive the payment on November 12, 2020.
First Business Financial Services (FBIZ) reported a net income of $4.3 million, with diluted earnings per share at $0.50 for Q3 2020, marking an increase from $3.3 million or $0.38 in Q2 2020. The provision for loan losses was $3.8 million, up due to COVID-19, increasing the allowance by 12.2%. Notably, non-interest income reached a record $7.4 million, 28.5% of total revenue. Despite stable net interest income, net interest margin decreased to 3.14%. Record gross loans of $2.170 billion reflect a strong operational performance amid economic challenges.