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The First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FNLC) news page on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, earnings releases, and other public disclosures for this Maine-based bank holding company. First Bancorp is the parent of First National Bank, a full-service community bank founded in 1864 and based in Damariscotta, Maine. The bank serves Mid-Coast and Down East Maine through eighteen offices and offers consumer and commercial banking products and services, as well as investment management and trust services through First National Wealth Management.
Investors following FNLC news can review regular quarterly and annual results, where the company reports on net income, net interest income, net interest margin, efficiency ratios, loan and deposit trends, asset quality metrics, and capital ratios. These releases provide detail on loan portfolio growth across residential, commercial, multifamily, municipal, and home equity segments, as well as changes in deposit mix and borrowed funds.
The news flow also includes recurring dividend declarations, with press releases announcing quarterly cash dividends on FNLC common stock and commentary on the role of the dividend in the company’s value proposition to shareholders. Additional items may cover liquidity and funding updates, asset quality developments, and other operational highlights.
Because First Bancorp files current reports on Form 8-K in connection with earnings releases, dividend announcements, and certain corporate events, many of these disclosures are reflected in both SEC filings and press releases. The FNLC news page offers a convenient way to monitor these developments over time and to see how management describes the performance and strategy of this community banking organization.
The First Bancorp (Nasdaq: FNLC) reported a record net income of $9.7 million for Q1 2022, an increase of 8.8% from the previous year, with earnings per share rising to $0.88. Loan growth was strong at $79.2 million, primarily in commercial real estate and construction, reflecting an annualized growth rate of 19.7%. Net interest income grew 17.3% year-over-year, and the net interest margin improved to 3.24%. A quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share was declared, underscoring the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders.
The First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNLC) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 32 cents per share, payable on April 22, 2022, to shareholders of record as of April 11, 2022. This dividend, based on the March 30, 2022 closing price of $30.06 per share, translates to an annualized yield of 4.26%. President & CEO Tony C. McKim highlighted the company’s record performance in 2021 and the Board's commitment to sharing success with shareholders through dividends.
The First Bancorp (Nasdaq: FNLC) has reported impressive financial results for the year ended December 31, 2021. Net income reached $36.3 million, a 33.7% increase from 2020, with diluted earnings per share rising 33.1% to $3.30. The fourth quarter alone saw net income of $9.5 million, also up 37.0%. Key growth drivers included $170.9 million in loan growth and a 14.1% increase in non-interest revenue. Asset quality improved with non-performing assets decreasing from 0.32% to 0.23% of total assets.
The First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNLC) declared a quarterly cash dividend of
The First Bancorp (Nasdaq: FNLC) announced record operating results for Q3 2021, achieving a net income of $9.0 million, a 27.0% increase from $7.1 million in Q3 2020. Earnings per share rose to $0.82, up 26.2%. The company reported a year-to-date net income of $26.7 million, up 32.6%. Loan balances, excluding PPP loans, grew by $43.7 million, while low-cost deposits increased by $138.9 million. Net interest income surged 15.4%. However, mortgage banking revenues fell 46.2% compared to last year. The efficiency ratio improved to 44.85%, reflecting strong asset management performance.
The First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNLC) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of 32 cents per share, payable on October 22, 2021, to shareholders of record as of October 12, 2021. This dividend reflects an annualized rate of $1.28, providing a yield of 4.34% based on the closing price of $29.50 on September 29, 2021. The company's recent earnings have been strong, with record earnings reported in both 2020 and the first half of 2021, according to CEO Tony C. McKim.
The First Bancorp (FNLC) reported strong operating results for Q2 2021, with net income of $8.8 million, a 33.8% increase from $6.6 million in Q2 2020. Earnings per share rose to $0.80, up 33.3% year-over-year. For H1 2021, net income reached $17.7 million, up 35.6% from 2020. Loan growth fueled a $1.2 million increase in net interest income. The efficiency ratio improved to 44.75%. The board declared a dividend of $0.32, representing 39.51% of earnings. Asset quality remained strong with non-performing assets at 0.30%.
The First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNLC) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 32 cents per share, payable on July 19, 2021, to shareholders of record as of July 8, 2021. This represents a 3.2% increase from the previous quarter, reflecting the company's strong performance following record annual earnings in 2020. The annualized dividend of $1.28 per share translates to a yield of 4.28%. The Bank, headquartered in Maine, offers various banking products and services, continuing to demonstrate commitment to shareholder value.
Tony C. McKim, CEO of The First Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNLC), announced the election of Kimberly Swan as a Director for the Bank and the Company. Ms. Swan, a prominent real estate broker in Bar Harbor, Maine, joins the Company's Governance Committee and the Bank's Directors Loan and Trust Committees. With 39 years in the real estate industry, she brings substantial expertise. The First Bancorp, founded in 1864, manages $2.4 billion in assets and provides various banking services across 17 locations in Maine.
The First Bancorp (Nasdaq: FNLC) announced impressive operating results for Q1 2021, reporting a net income of $8.9 million, a 37.4% increase from Q1 2020. Earnings per share rose to $0.81, a 35.0% year-over-year growth. Strong performance across business lines drove gains in net interest income, which rose 6.4% year-over-year, and non-interest income, up 49.3%. Total assets reached $2.44 billion, and low-cost deposits grew by $68.1 million. The efficiency ratio improved to 45.52%, reflecting effective cost management.