Republic Bancorp Inc Ky Stock Price, News & Analysis

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Republic Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBCAA) has announced a 10% increase in its quarterly cash dividends, marking the 25th consecutive year of dividend growth. Shareholders will receive $0.374 per share for Class A Common Stock and $0.34 for Class B Common Stock, payable on April 21, 2023, to those on record as of March 17, 2023. This increase results in an annualized dividend yield of 3.50% based on the stock's closing price on January 26, 2023. The company cites strong earnings and capital position as key factors enabling this increase.

Republic Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBCAA) reported a fourth quarter 2022 net income of $18.5 million and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.94, marking increases of 8% and 9% respectively compared to Q4 2021. For FY 2022, net income totaled $91.1 million, with diluted EPS at $4.59, reflecting growth of 4% and 7%. Key highlights include a net interest margin increase to 3.82%, a $404 million loan growth in the Traditional Banking segment, and strong credit quality metrics. The Core Bank's provision for expected credit loss was $1.6 million. Non-interest expenses decreased by $129,000 year-over-year, indicating efficient cost management.

Republic Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBCAA) has declared a cash dividend of $0.341 per share on Class A Common Stock and $0.31 on Class B Common Stock. The dividends are payable on January 20, 2023, to shareholders of record as of December 16, 2022. The company operates 42 full-service banking centers across five states and holds $6.0 billion in assets. The company's strong financial position reflects its continued commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Republic Bancorp (NASDAQ: RBCAA) announced a definitive agreement to acquire CBank in a cash merger valued at approximately $51 million. This acquisition includes CBank’s subsidiary, Commercial Industrial Finance, Inc., which specializes in equipment leasing. As of September 30, 2022, CBank reported total assets of $271 million and loans of $214 million. Upon completion, Republic Bank will enhance its presence in the Cincinnati area and significantly expand leasing operations.

Republic Bancorp reported a third quarter 2022 net income of $19.5 million, with Diluted EPS of $0.99. Year-to-date, net income stands at $71.3 million, a 2% increase from 2021. Key metrics include a return on average assets (ROA) of 1.52% and return on average equity (ROE) of 11.19%. Loan growth was significant, with an increase of $81 million in non-PPP Traditional Bank loans in Q3, totaling $300 million year-to-date. The company earned a 2022 Community Commitment Award from the American Bankers Association.

Republic Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBCAA) reported a net income of $23.9 million for Q2 2022, matching the same period in 2021, leading to a diluted EPS of $1.20. Year-to-date net income increased by 4% to $51.8 million. One-time legal payments offset declines in PPP fee income, mortgage banking, and warehouse lending revenues due to rising interest rates. Key growth indicators included a 51% increase in net income from traditional banking, a loan growth of $213 million, and improved net interest margin. The outlook remains optimistic for the second half of 2022.

Republic Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBCAA) announced a cash dividend of $0.341 per share on Class A Common Stock and $0.31 for Class B Common Stock. This dividend is payable on October 21, 2022, to shareholders of record as of September 16, 2022. The company, headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, operates 42 full-service banking centers across five states and holds $6.3 billion in assets. This announcement reflects the bank's commitment to returning value to its shareholders.