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FB Financial Corporation (NYSE: FBK) is a bank holding company for FirstBank, a commercial bank that provides commercial and consumer banking services and operates in the finance and insurance sector. Through its public news releases, the company regularly communicates with investors and the market about its financial performance, strategic transactions and capital management decisions.
News about FB Financial often centers on its quarterly and annual financial results. Earnings press releases, which are also furnished on Form 8-K, provide details on net income, net interest income, net interest margin, noninterest income, credit quality metrics and capital ratios. These releases also discuss non-GAAP measures such as adjusted net income, adjusted pre-tax, pre-provision net revenue and core efficiency ratio, with references to reconciliations available in financial supplements.
Another recurring news theme is strategic growth and mergers. In July 2025, FB Financial announced the closing of its merger with Southern States Bancshares, Inc., describing the exchange ratio for Southern States shareholders, the cessation of trading in Southern States shares and the combined company’s approximate total assets and branch count. Subsequent news and earnings releases explain how this merger affected loans, deposits and merger-related costs.
FB Financial also issues news releases on capital management actions, such as the renewal of a stock repurchase plan authorizing the repurchase of up to a specified dollar amount of common stock and the redemption of subordinated notes. Additional announcements cover dividend declarations, conference call and webcast details for upcoming earnings calls, and executive leadership changes, including new roles and management realignments reported in conjunction with Form 8-K filings.
Investors and analysts following FBK news can use this page to monitor the company’s earnings announcements, merger updates, stock repurchase and capital actions, regulatory developments and management changes, as reported through Business Wire releases and related SEC filings.
FB Financial Corporation (NYSE: FBK), parent company of FirstBank, has completed its merger with Southern States Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSBK). Under the merger terms, Southern States shareholders received 0.800 shares of FB Financial common stock for each Southern States share, valuing the transaction at approximately $368.4 million or $36.24 per share based on FB Financial's closing price of $45.30 on June 30, 2025.
As of March 31, 2025, the combined entities represent significant financial strength with Southern States contributing $2.9 billion in total assets, $2.3 billion in loans, and $2.4 billion in deposits, while FB Financial brought $13.1 billion in total assets, $9.9 billion in loans, and $11.2 billion in deposits.
Additionally, FB Financial announced the appointment of J. Henry ("Hank") Smith IV to its board of directors. Smith, who previously served on Southern States' board, brings over 20 years of experience as President of Interstate Sheet Metal Company.
FB Financial Corporation (NYSE: FBK) has announced its latest quarterly cash dividend of $0.19 per share. The dividend will be distributed on May 27, 2025, to shareholders recorded as of May 13, 2025.
This marks the company's 29th consecutive quarterly dividend payment, demonstrating a consistent track record of shareholder returns. Christopher T. Holmes, President and CEO, emphasized the company's dedication to returning capital to shareholders while highlighting FB Financial's financial strength.
The dividend announcement reflects the company's ongoing commitment to maintaining steady shareholder returns and indicates confidence in their financial position.
FB Financial (NYSE: FBK) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results with net income of $39.4 million, or $0.84 per diluted share, up from $0.59 in Q1 2024. The company's loan portfolio grew to $9.77 billion, showing a 7.14% annualized increase from the previous quarter.
Key highlights include:
- Net interest margin improved to 3.55% from 3.50% in the previous quarter
- Total deposits remained stable at $11.20 billion
- Book value per share reached $34.44
- Core efficiency ratio was 59.9%
The company maintained strong capital position with a preliminary total risk-based capital ratio of 15.2% and continued its share buyback program, repurchasing 208,680 shares during the quarter. Credit quality remained solid with net charge-offs at 0.14% of average loans HFI.
FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) has scheduled its 2025 first quarter earnings release for Monday, April 14, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call to discuss the results on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Central Time.
Investors and analysts can join via phone at 877-883-0383 (confirmation code: 4248151) or watch the live webcast at FBK 1Q25 Webcast. A telephonic replay will be available until April 22, 2025, at 877-344-7529 (confirmation code: 8228154). The webcast replay will remain accessible on the company's website for 12 months.
FB Financial (NYSE: FBK) and Southern States Bancshares have announced a definitive merger agreement, with Southern States merging into FB Financial. The transaction is valued at approximately $381 million, with Southern States shareholders receiving 0.800 shares of FB Financial common stock for each Southern States share.
Southern States, headquartered in Anniston, Alabama, brings 15 branches across Alabama and Georgia, plus two loan production offices in Atlanta MSA. As of December 31, 2024, Southern States reported total assets of $2.8 billion, loans of $2.2 billion, and deposits of $2.4 billion.
The merger is expected to close in late Q3 or early Q4 2025, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals. Southern States' President and CEO Mark A. Chambers and CFO Lynn J. Joyce will take meaningful roles in the combined company, and one Southern States Director will join FB Financial's Board.
FB Financial (NYSE: FBK) has announced a 12% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.19 per share. The dividend will be payable on February 25, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 11, 2025. This marks the company's 28th consecutive quarterly dividend payment, reflecting its financial strength and commitment to delivering consistent returns to shareholders. President and CEO Christopher T. Holmes emphasized that this increase demonstrates the company's profitable growth and dedication to maintaining strong shareholder returns.
FB Financial (NYSE: FBK) reported Q4 2024 net income of $37.9 million, or $0.81 per diluted share, compared to $0.22 in Q3 and $0.63 in Q4 2023. Adjusted earnings per share were $0.85, compared to $0.86 in Q3 and $0.77 in Q4 2023.
The company showed strong growth with loans held for investment reaching $9.60 billion (5.22% annualized increase) and total deposits of $11.21 billion (8.49% annualized increase). Net interest margin was 3.50%, slightly down from 3.55% in Q3 but up from 3.46% in Q4 2023.
Credit quality metrics showed net charge-offs of 0.47% of average loans, primarily due to a single commercial relationship. The company maintained a strong capital position with a preliminary total risk-based capital ratio of 15.2% and common equity tier 1 ratio of 12.8%.
FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) has announced it will release its 2024 fourth quarter and year-end results on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, before market opening. The company will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. Central Time on the same day to discuss the results.
Investors and analysts can join the call using the dial-in number 877-883-0383 with confirmation code 6995872. A telephonic replay will be available for approximately two hours after the call until January 28, 2025, accessible at 877-344-7529 with code 7270666. Additionally, a live webcast will be available, with an online replay remaining accessible for 12 months on the company's website.
FB Financial (NYSE: FBK) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share, payable on November 19, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 5, 2024. This marks the company's 27th consecutive quarter of dividend payments, demonstrating their commitment to delivering consistent value to shareholders. The announcement reinforces FB Financial's focus on maintaining financial stability and creating sustainable value for investors.