Peoples Financal Stock Price, News & Analysis

Trustmark Corporation (NASDAQ: TRMK) and Peoples Financial Corporation (OTC: PFBX) have finalized the sale of Trustmark’s Corporate Trust business to The Peoples Bank. This transaction includes approximately 200 bond issues, enhancing The Peoples Bank's trust services. Trustmark aims to redirect resources towards strategic growth initiatives, while continuing to provide specialized services via its Wealth Management Division. The transition seeks to ensure that Corporate Trust customers receive consistent service.

Peoples Financial Corporation (OTCQX: PFBX) reported a net income of $1,055,000 for Q2 2022, a rise from $789,000 in Q2 2021, resulting in earnings per share of $0.23 versus $0.16 the previous year. Year-to-date net income fell to $1,942,000, down from $5,119,000, primarily due to a prior non-recurring gain. Total shareholders' equity decreased to $55,960,000 from $94,072,000, driven by $35,099,000 in unrealized losses from the securities portfolio amid rising interest rates. Asset quality has improved, evidenced by a reduction in past due loans and other real estate.

Peoples Financial Corporation (PFBX) reported a significant drop in net income for Q1 2022, amounting to $887,000, down from $4,330,000 in Q1 2021, translating to earnings per share of $0.19 compared to $0.89 a year earlier. The sharp decline in earnings is attributed to the previous year’s reduction in loan loss allowances. The company also revealed an error in accounting for a limited partnership investment, leading to a cumulative impairment totaling $2,110,000. Total shareholders' equity decreased from $92.35 million to $70.67 million due to unrealized losses on securities caused by interest rate fluctuations.

Peoples Financial Corporation (PFBX) announced the retirement of Chief Financial Officer Lauri A. Wood, effective April 1, 2022, after over 32 years of service. Leslie B. Fulton has been appointed as the new CFO, starting March 21, 2022. Fulton brings more than 15 years of banking experience and expertise in financial reporting and regulatory matters. The company reported total assets of $819 million as of December 31, 2021, operating 18 branches along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and offering various banking services since its founding in 1896.

Peoples Financial Corporation (OTCQX: PFBX) has declared a semi-annual dividend of $0.09 per share on its common stock, payable on March 30, 2022, to shareholders of record on March 23, 2022. The increase in dividend reflects the Company’s appreciation to shareholders. As of December 31, 2021, the Company had total assets of $819 million and operates 18 branches along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Additional information about the Company can be found on its website and the SEC's site.

Peoples Financial Corporation (OTCQX: PFBX), based in Biloxi, Mississippi, has declared a semi-annual dividend of $0.06 per share, payable on December 8, 2021, to shareholders on record as of December 3, 2021. The company emphasizes its commitment to consistent dividend payments while maintaining a strong capital position. Additionally, it has successfully repurchased 200,000 shares of its common stock at a total cost of $3,375,309. As of September 30, 2021, Peoples Financial reported total assets of $825 million.

Peoples Financial Corporation (PFBX) announced a net income of $1,107,000 for Q3 2021, reversing a net loss of $4,262,000 in Q3 2020. Earnings per share improved to $0.23 from a loss of $0.87 a year earlier. For the first nine months of 2021, net income reached $6,226,000, compared to a loss of $3,416,000 in 2020. A significant factor for this turnaround was a reduced provision for loan losses, decreasing from $4,551,000 in Q3 2020 to $173,000 in Q3 2021. However, non-interest expenses increased due to a lawsuit settlement of $1,125,000.

Peoples Financial Corporation (OTCQX: PFBX) reported a net income of $789,000 for Q2 2021, compared to a net loss of $277,000 in Q2 2020. Earnings per share improved to $0.16 from a loss of $0.06. For the first half of 2021, net income rose to $5,119,000 from $846,000 in the same period last year. The positive results are attributed to a significant reduction in the provision for loan losses, which dropped to $22,000, down from $1,333,000. However, non-interest expenses increased due to a lawsuit settlement of $1,125,000.

Peoples Financial Corporation (OTCQX Best Market: PFBX) announced that ISS Proxy Advisory Services recommends shareholders vote FOR the election of all six Board nominees and the ratification of Wipfli LLP as auditors at the upcoming Annual Meeting on May 19, 2021. ISS criticized the Stilwell Group for failing to present a viable plan for improving Company performance. The report acknowledges Peoples Financial's strategic plan and its outperformance relative to peers and the Nasdaq Community Bank Index since October 5, 2020.