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The SFNC news page on Stock Titan provides a focused view of recent developments at Simmons First National Corporation, a Mid-South based financial holding company whose principal subsidiary is Simmons Bank. As a commercial banking organization with a long history of dividend payments and a multi-state branch network, Simmons generates frequent news related to its banking operations, capital actions and corporate governance.
Visitors can review company-issued press releases covering topics such as quarterly earnings announcements, conference call schedules and financial performance updates. Recent communications have included details on third quarter results, balance sheet repositioning, and the timing of upcoming earnings releases and investor calls. The company’s disclosures also highlight its long record of paying cash dividends, including board decisions on quarterly dividend declarations and information about dividend growth over time.
News items further describe Simmons First National Corporation’s capital markets activities, including underwritten public offerings of Class A common stock and the pricing of fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes, along with the intended use of proceeds for repaying existing subordinated notes and general corporate purposes. Corporate news has also addressed leadership transitions, such as the planned retirement of the chairman and chief executive officer and the appointment of a new president and chief executive officer, as well as executive benefit plan updates.
In addition, company releases reference Simmons Bank’s recognition in third-party rankings and its role in sponsored events, providing context on brand visibility and community engagement. By following the SFNC news feed, investors and observers can monitor how Simmons communicates its financial results, strategic balance sheet actions, funding decisions and leadership changes over time.
Simmons First National Corp. (NASDAQ: SFNC) is set to release its second-quarter 2021 earnings on July 27, 2021, prior to market opening. A live conference call will begin at 9:00 a.m. CDT for detailed discussion, accessible at 1-866-298-7926 or through the company’s website. As of March 31, 2021, SFNC has approximately $23.3 billion in assets and operates 198 financial centers across multiple states. Recently, Simmons Bank was recognized by Forbes as one of the “World’s Best Banks” for the second consecutive year.
Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) announced agreements to acquire Landmark Community Bank and Triumph Bancshares, which will create the 9th largest bank in Tennessee by deposit market share. The transactions will elevate Simmons' rank in Memphis from 35th to 6th and in Nashville from 20th to 15th. Total transaction values are approximately $146.3 million for Landmark and $131.6 million for Triumph. The mergers are expected to be 7.5% accretive to earnings per share in 2022, with anticipated cost savings of around 40% from operational efficiencies.
Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share on April 26, 2021, reflecting a 6% increase from the previous year. The dividend is payable on July 6, 2021, to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2021. This raises the annualized dividend rate to $0.72 per share, showcasing a five-year compound annual growth rate of over 8%. Simmons has maintained cash dividends for 112 consecutive years, indicating strong financial stability.
Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) announced senior leadership changes effective April 26, 2021, to strengthen its management team. Bob Fehlman has been appointed president and COO, succeeding Jay Brogdon as CFO, who brings over $15 billion in successful transaction experience. Promotions include Steve Massanelli as chief administrative officer and Sabrina McDonnell as chief customer experience officer. These changes aim to enhance execution of strategic priorities amid the company’s growth, reflecting a need for depth in leadership.
Simmons First National Corporation (SFNC) reported net income of $67.4 million for Q1 2021, decreasing 12.7% from $77.2 million in Q1 2020. Diluted EPS dropped 8.8% to $0.62. Core earnings were $64.0 million, a 13.3% decrease year-over-year. Total loans fell to $12.2 billion, down 5.5% linked-quarter, while total deposits grew to $18.2 billion, up 16.9% year-over-year. The efficiency ratio was 57.77%. Despite the decline in profits, management expressed optimism about the recovery in loan demand and improved asset quality.
Simmons Bank has been recognized as one of the "World's Best Banks" by Forbes for the second consecutive year, based on surveys of 43,000 customers across 28 countries. The recognition highlights Simmons Bank's commitment to trust, customer service, and digital offerings. CEO George Makris, Jr. expressed gratitude for the trust placed by customers. This award follows other accolades, including Forbes' "America's Best Banks 2021" and the previous year's same recognition. Simmons Bank operates approximately 200 branches and has total assets of $22.3 billion as of December 31, 2020.
Simmons First National Corp. (NASDAQ: SFNC) will release its first quarter 2021 earnings on April 20, 2021, prior to market opening. Management will hold a live conference call at 9:00 a.m. CDT to discuss the earnings. Interested participants can join by calling toll-free 1-866-298-7926. The call will also be accessible live and recorded on the company’s website. As of December 31, 2020, the company had total assets of approximately $22.4 billion and operates in multiple states including Arkansas, Kansas, and Texas, providing a range of financial solutions.
Simmons First National Corporation (Nasdaq: SFNC) has appointed Julie Stackhouse to its board of directors, strengthening its leadership. Ms. Stackhouse, a former executive vice president at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, brings extensive experience in bank regulation and supervision. Chairman and CEO George A. Makris, Jr. expressed confidence in her ability to contribute valuable insights to the board. As of December 31, 2020, Simmons reported consolidated assets of approximately $22.4 billion and operates in multiple states.
Jack Henry & Associates (NASDAQ: JKHY) announced that President & CEO David Foss will present with Simmons Bank's Alex Carriles at Wells Fargo's Bank and Tech Pop Up Virtual Conference on March 4, 2021. They will discuss how regional banks compete with larger institutions through technology. Simmons Bank experienced a 30% increase in digital users in 2020, underscoring the effectiveness of its tech strategy. Simmons is a subsidiary of Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) and operates over 200 branches across multiple states.
Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share, payable on April 5, 2021, to shareholders of record as of March 15, 2021. This marks a 5.9% increase from the previous year’s dividend. As of December 31, 2020, the company reported total consolidated assets of approximately $22.4 billion.