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Investar Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: ISTR) is the financial holding company for Investar Bank, National Association, a community-focused commercial bank headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The news flow around Investar often centers on its financial performance, capital actions, and expansion activities, providing context for investors, depositors, and other stakeholders who follow ISTR stock.
Regular earnings releases are a key component of Investar’s news. The company reports quarterly results that include net income, net interest margin, return on average assets, efficiency ratio, loan and deposit trends, and credit quality metrics such as nonperforming loans and the allowance for credit losses. Management commentary in these releases discusses balance sheet optimization, funding costs, loan yields, and the mix between fixed- and variable-rate loans.
Corporate actions and strategic transactions also feature prominently in Investar’s announcements. In 2025 and early 2026, the company issued multiple press releases regarding its agreement to acquire Wichita Falls Bancshares, Inc., the holding company for First National Bank in Wichita Falls, Texas, the receipt of shareholder and regulatory approvals, and the eventual completion of the acquisition. Related news items describe the expansion of Investar’s footprint into the north Dallas and Wichita Falls markets and the integration of First National Bank’s branches and customer relationships.
Capital management updates are another recurring news theme. Investar has announced a private placement of its 6.5% Series A Non-Cumulative Perpetual Convertible Preferred Stock, with proceeds intended to support the Wichita Falls transaction and general corporate purposes. The company also issues press releases about its quarterly cash dividends on common stock and preferred stock, as well as share repurchases under its stock repurchase program.
Visitors to the ISTR news page can review these earnings announcements, merger updates, capital raises, dividend declarations, and other corporate disclosures in one place. This historical and ongoing news record helps users understand how Investar’s strategy, financial condition, and geographic footprint are evolving over time.
Investar reported a strong fourth quarter of 2021 with a net income of $6.9 million, or $0.67 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $10 million in Q3 2021. Core earnings were $0.56 per diluted share, a significant improvement from the prior quarter's loss. The company’s net interest margin increased to 3.57% while deposits decreased by 8% to $2.12 billion. Total loans declined slightly to $1.87 billion, although organic loan growth was noted. CEO John D'Angelo expressed optimism for continued loan demand and strategic efforts to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Investar Holding Corporation (Nasdaq:ISTR) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on January 31, 2022, to shareholders of record by December 31, 2021. This marks the 33rd quarterly dividend issued by the Company following 11 consecutive quarters of cash dividends by Investar Bank. The Company operates 33 branches across Louisiana, Texas, and Alabama, with total assets of $2.7 billion as of September 30, 2021.
Investar Holding Corporation (NASDAQ:ISTR) reported a net loss of $10.0 million ($0.95 per share) for Q3 2021, a significant decline from a profit of $5.7 million in Q2 2021. This loss was primarily due to a $21.6 million impairment charge linked to Hurricane Ida. Total deposits increased by 1.9% to $2.30 billion, driven by organic growth and the acquisition of Cheaha Bank. While noninterest income fell by 4.1% to $3.9 million, net interest income rose 1.8% to $21.5 million, highlighting a stable core despite external pressures.
Investar Holding Corporation (NASDAQ:ISTR) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on October 29, 2021, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2021. This marks the 32nd quarterly dividend by Investar Holding following 11 consecutive quarterly cash dividends from its banking subsidiary, Investar Bank. As of June 30, 2021, Investar Bank had total assets of $2.7 billion and employed 357 full-time equivalent employees across 34 branches in Louisiana, Texas, and Alabama.
Investar Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: ISTR) reported record net income of $5.7 million, or $0.53 per diluted share for Q2 2021, up from $5.4 million in the prior quarter and $4.3 million in Q2 2020. Core earnings rose to $0.53 per share. The acquisition of Cheaha Bank contributed positively, leading to a 5.5% increase in total loans, reaching $1.95 billion. Total deposits grew 12.5% to $2.26 billion. Nonperforming loans increased to 1.07% of the total loan portfolio. Net interest margin decreased to 3.48% due to excess liquidity.
Investar Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: ISTR) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, marking a 14% increase from the previous quarter. This dividend will be payable on July 31, 2021 to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2021. This represents the 31st quarterly dividend paid by the company, following an uninterrupted series of 11 quarterly dividends from Investar Bank. At March 31, 2021, Investar Bank had total assets of $2.4 billion.
Investar Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: ISTR) has authorized the repurchase of an additional 200,000 shares of its common stock, complementing the 315,240 shares previously available for repurchase. This initiative represents approximately 2% of the company's outstanding shares and is set to conclude by July 31, 2021. Share repurchases will be executed in open market transactions and may be suspended or terminated at the company's discretion. The repurchase program aims to enhance shareholder value and provide flexibility in capital usage.
Investar Holding Corporation (NASDAQ:ISTR) reported record net income of $5.4 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, in Q1 2021, up from $4.5 million in Q4 2020 and $0.6 million in Q1 2020. Core earnings per diluted share reached $0.49, with a net interest margin of 3.64%. Noninterest-bearing deposits surged by 15% to $515.5 million. The acquisition of Cheaha Bank closed on April 1, 2021. Book value per share increased to $23.79, while tangible book value per share rose 4% to $20.72. The allowance for loan losses increased to 1.11% of total loans.
Investar Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: ISTR) has successfully completed the acquisition of Cheaha Financial Group, Inc., the parent company of Cheaha Bank, effective April 1, 2021. Investar paid $80.00 per share, totaling approximately $41.1 million. This acquisition allows Investar to expand its presence in northeast Alabama, aligning with its strategic goals to enhance customer service and community engagement. Post-acquisition, the combined assets of Investar and Cheaha will reach approximately $2.6 billion, bolstering Investar’s footprint in the banking sector.
Investar Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: ISTR) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share, reflecting an 8% increase from the previous quarter. This dividend will be payable on April 30, 2021, to shareholders of record as of March 29, 2021. Additionally, the Board approved a repurchase of 300,000 shares, totaling approximately 3% of outstanding stock, in a stock buyback program. The company had previously repurchased 661,504 shares in 2020 and 213,395 shares in Q1 2021 at average prices of $16.75 and $17.48, respectively.
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