Prosperity Bancshares Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Prosperity Bancshares reported a net income of $135.8 million for Q3 2022, marking a 5.7% increase from Q2 2022, with earnings per share of $1.49. Loans, excluding certain programs, rose by $530.8 million or 3.1% (12.5% annualized). The bank's net interest margin increased to 3.11%. A 5.8% dividend increase to $0.55 was also announced. Notably, agreements for mergers with First Bancshares of Texas and Lone Star State Bancshares were signed, projected to elevate total assets over $6 billion.

Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: PB) has declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.55 per share for Q4 2022, marking a 5.77% increase from the previous quarter. The dividend is payable on January 3, 2023, to shareholders of record by December 15, 2022. As of June 30, 2022, Prosperity Bancshares is valued at $37.387 billion and operates 272 banking locations across Texas and Oklahoma, providing various financial services including digital banking, loans, and wealth management.

Prosperity Bancshares (NYSE: PB) announced a definitive merger agreement to acquire First Bancshares of Texas for approximately $341.6 million. Prosperity will issue 3,583,370 shares and pay $93.4 million in cash for all outstanding shares of First Bancshares. As of June 30, 2022, First Bancshares had total assets of $2.121 billion. This acquisition enables Prosperity to expand into key markets in Texas, enhancing its branch network and product offerings. The merger, unanimously approved by both companies' boards, is expected to close in Q1 2023, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Prosperity Bancshares (NYSE: PB) announced its acquisition of Lone Star State Bancshares, valued at approximately $228.7 million. The deal includes 2,376,182 shares of Prosperity stock and $64.1 million in cash. Lone Star, with $1.305 billion in assets and $933.5 million in loans, operates five banking offices in West Texas. The merger is expected to enhance Prosperity's presence in the region and improve service offerings. The transaction, approved by both boards, is anticipated to close in Q1 2023, pending regulatory and shareholder approval.

Prosperity Bancshares (NYSE: PB) announced significant changes to its Board of Directors on October 4, 2022, as directors Bruce W. Hunt and George A. Fisk resigned for personal reasons, effective October 5. In their places, Dr. Laura Murillo and Ileana Blanco were appointed as Class II and Class III Directors, respectively. Murillo, the President of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Blanco, an experienced attorney in commercial litigation, aim to enhance the board's diversity and expertise. Prosperity operates 272 branches primarily in Texas and Oklahoma and emphasizes a community banking philosophy.

Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: PB) has announced its Third Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call scheduled for October 26, 2022, at 10:30 AM Central Time. The call will feature discussions from Prosperity's executive management team. Investors can join the call via a designated web link or by calling 1-877-883-0383 (domestic) or 1-412-902-6506 (international) using the Participant Elite Entry Number: 7408913. Prosperity Bancshares, based in Houston, Texas, operates 272 banking locations and serves customers across Texas and Oklahoma, focusing on community banking.

Prosperity Bancshares reported a net income of $128.5 million and earnings per share of $1.40 for Q2 2022, a slight decline from $130.6 million and $1.41 in Q2 2021. Total loans rose by $406.9 million or 2.4% compared to the previous quarter. The allowance for credit losses stood at $313.9 million, maintaining a low rate of 0.07% for nonperforming assets. Prosperity repurchased 981,884 shares during the quarter. Total assets increased to $37.387 billion, reflecting a 3.6% year-over-year growth.

Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: PB) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.52 per share for Q2 2022, payable on October 3, 2022 to shareholders recorded by September 15, 2022. As of March 31, 2022, the company boasts assets of $38.271 billion and operates 272 banking locations across Texas and Oklahoma. Founded in 1983, Prosperity focuses on community banking, offering a range of services including digital banking, brokerage, and wealth management.

Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: PB) will announce its Second Quarter 2022 Earnings on July 27, 2022, before market opening. A conference call is scheduled for 10:30 AM CT, featuring Prosperity's executive management team. Participants can join via the web or by calling 1-877-883-0383 for domestic listeners or 1-412-902-6506 for international. The call will be archived for later access on Prosperity's website, allowing investors to follow the company's performance and insights.