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First Financial Bankshares Inc reports news about its Texas community banking franchise, financial results, and shareholder actions. The financial holding company operates through First Financial Bank, multiple Texas banking regions, First Financial Trust & Asset Management Company, and First Technology Services.
Recurring updates cover quarterly earnings, net interest income, loan and deposit trends, capital levels, dividends, share repurchase activity, board elections, executive succession, and regional bank leadership appointments. Company announcements also address annual meeting materials, shareholder votes, and third-party bank performance recognition tied to growth, profitability, and safety-and-soundness measures.
First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Banks for Texas in 2021. F. Scott Dueser, the CEO, attributed this honor to the dedication of the bank's team in serving customers and communities. This accolade adds to First Financial's previous recognition as the No. 1 Bank in Texas by Newsweek and consistent rankings among the top financial institutions by Bank Director. The recognition is based on customer satisfaction, evaluated through a survey of nearly 25,000 U.S. banking customers.
First Financial Bank, N.A. has achieved certification for its FirstAccess checking account from the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, meeting their Bank-On National Account Standards. This certification highlights a commitment to low-cost, high-functionality banking, enhancing consumer safety. The account provides no minimum deposit or direct deposit requirements and includes complimentary online and mobile banking. With 78 locations across Texas, First Financial aims to support community accessibility and financial inclusion.
First Financial Bank, a subsidiary of First Financial Bankshares (NASDAQ: FFIN), announced plans to construct a new 15,000 square-foot, energy-efficient office in Bryan/College Station, Texas. This state-of-the-art facility, located at 2445 Harvey Mitchell Parkway South, aims to enhance customer access and experience. Features will include a teller line, ATM, and five drive-thru lanes. The bank's Chairman, F. Scott Dueser, emphasized the strategic importance of this location, which will also house a commercial lending team and various banking services.
First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) announced a $0.15 per share cash dividend for Q2 2021, reflecting a 15.4% increase. The dividend will be payable on July 1, 2021 to shareholders of record on June 16, 2021. Additionally, shareholders re-elected eleven directors and approved key proposals during the 2021 Annual Shareholders' Meeting. CEO F. Scott Dueser emphasized the company's strong capital position and historical earnings growth as factors contributing to the dividend increase, expressing gratitude to shareholders for their support.
First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (FFIN) reported a Q1 2021 net income of $56.92 million, reflecting a 52.87% increase from $37.23 million a year prior. Diluted earnings per share rose to $0.40 from $0.26. The bank experienced an organic asset growth of $1.20 billion, primarily from loan growth and a $737.63 million increase in deposits. Net interest income reached $88.82 million, up $7.92 million, while net interest margin decreased to 3.55%. Noninterest income was $34.87 million, up from $28.73 million last year.
First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) will host its 2021 Annual Shareholders' Meeting on April 27, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. CT. This event will be live-streamed, featuring key executives including Chairman, Scott Dueser, discussing the operational and financial results for 2020 and Q1 2021. Shareholders and interested parties can access the live stream on the company's website, with a replay available after the meeting. First Financial operates numerous locations across Texas, providing a range of banking services.
First Financial Bankshares reported strong Q4 2020 earnings of $58.48 million, a 41.28% increase from Q4 2019. Total annual earnings reached $202.03 million for 2020, up 22.58%. The results include the impact of the TB&T Bancshares acquisition. Net interest income rose to $90.54 million, aided by a increase in average-earning assets. Organic asset growth was $1.9 billion. Trust assets grew to $7.51 billion, and the efficiency ratio improved to 45.49%. Shareholders' equity rose to $1.68 billion.
First Financial Bank, N.A. announced the promotion of Nora P. Thompson to President of the Bryan/College Station Region, effective January 26, 2021. This promotion enhances the bank's leadership team alongside Ivan M. Olson and Timothy N. Bryan. With over 30 years of financial services experience, Thompson has previously served as Executive Vice President and Senior Lender at The Bank and Trust of Bryan/College Station. The Board emphasizes that her leadership will be pivotal for growth in the Brazos Valley community, a key market for the bank.
The Board of Directors of First Financial Bank, N.A. has promoted Shelley Dacus to Chief Executive Officer of the Kingwood Region, succeeding Harry J. Brooks, who will depart at the end of the year. Dacus previously served as President and has over 15 years of banking experience, including leadership roles at Commercial State Bank. Chairman Scott Dueser praised her leadership and commitment to customer service. Dacus holds a finance degree from Sam Houston State University and is active in community and banking associations. The bank operates 78 locations across Texas.
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