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ServisFirst Bancshares, Inc.

SFBS

Financial Services

3w

Strategic Bond Portfolio Restructuring to Enhance Margins

ServisFirst Bancshares strategically sold approximately $70 million of bonds yielding 1.34% at a loss of $8.6 million during Q2 2025.
The proceeds from bond sales were reinvested into new investments with an average yield of 6.28%, aiming for stronger margin performance.
The bond restructuring is expected to have a payback period of approximately 3.8 years, positioning the bank for improved profitability.
This move reflects a proactive strategy to optimize the investment portfolio amid changing interest rate environments and market conditions.

STNE

Financial Services

1w

Impact of Software Asset Divestments on Capital and Business Focus

Divestitures are expected to be accretive, allowing greater capital allocation to high-growth, profitable segments.
Proceeds from sales will be used in line with the company's capital framework, with potential return to shareholders if no immediate growth opportunities are identified.
The sale of software assets significantly reduces revenue contribution from 8% to a smaller proportion, enabling a sharper strategic focus on financial services.

FBP

Financial Services

3w

Record Net Interest Income and Margin Expansion in 2Q 2025

First BanCorp achieved record net interest income of $215.9 million, with an 8 basis point increase in net interest margin to 4.56%.
Margin improvement was partly due to reinvestment of maturing securities and lower funding costs, with an expected continued 5-7 basis point increase in the coming quarters.
Exclusion of one-time fees from early loan cancellations shows underlying margin strength.

CVB Financial Corp.

CVBF

Financial Services

3w

Financial Performance Summary

1.28 million shares were repurchased in Q2 at an average price of $17.30.
Allowance for credit losses was $78 million or 0.93% of gross loans, slightly down from Q1.
Net charge-offs were $249,000 in Q2 compared to net recoveries in Q1; classified loans decreased to $73.42 million.
Net earnings for Q2 2025 were $50.6 million or $0.36 per share, consistent with prior quarters, marking 193 consecutive quarters of profitability.
Net interest income increased by $1.2 million from Q1 2025 to $111.6 million, with net interest margin stable at 3.31%.
Noninterest expense decreased by $1.6 million to $57 million, improving the efficiency ratio to 45.6%.
Noninterest income was $14.7 million, down $1.5 million from Q1 2025 due to absence of a $2.2 million gain on OREO sales.
Return on average tangible common equity was 14.08% and return on average assets was 1.34%.
Shareholders' equity increased by $11 million to $2.24 billion; tangible common equity ratio remained at 10%.
Total deposits and customer repurchase agreements grew to $12.4 billion, up $123 million from Q1 2025 and $330 million year-over-year.
Total loans declined slightly to $8.36 billion, with growth in commercial real estate and single-family loans offset by declines in C&I and dairy and livestock lines.

Banc of California, Inc.

BANC

Financial Services

3w

Strategic Loan Sales and Balance Sheet Optimization

Opportunistic sale of approximately $507 million of commercial real estate loans with expected net proceeds of 95%.
Loan sales aimed at optimizing balance sheet and driving high-quality, sustainable earnings growth.
Proactive management of credit risk by selling loans exhibiting credit migration characteristics, despite being well collateralized.
Expected $243 million of loan sales to close in Q3, with remaining $233 million over subsequent quarters.
Loan sales primarily rate-driven rather than credit-driven, with a focus on reducing overhang and improving credit quality metrics.

Stifel Financial Corp.

SF

Financial Services

2w

Market Sentiment Shift and Impact on Business Momentum

Improved clarity on tariffs and tax policy led to a significant rally in investor sentiment, with the S&P 500 rallying 1,000 points since last call.
This shift fueled record client assets in wealth management and a rebound in M&A and capital markets activity.
Despite a challenging April, the company delivered record second quarter revenue of over $1.28 billion and best-ever core EPS of $1.71.
Management emphasized that market conditions have improved since April, supporting optimism for the second half of 2025.

First Horizon Corporation

FHN

Financial Services

1mo

Financial Performance Summary

Capital levels remained stable with CET1 ratio near 11%, and $9 million of share repurchases executed in Q2.
Charge-off ratio remained stable at 22 basis points, consistent with expectations, with net charge-offs increasing slightly to $34 million.
Expenses increased by $4 million excluding deferred compensation, with personnel costs down $3 million but advertising and outside services up due to marketing investments.
Fee income decreased by $3 million quarter-over-quarter, impacted by a 6% decline in ADR and a flat rate environment affecting fixed income performance.
First Horizon reported an adjusted EPS of $0.45 for Q2 2025, a $0.03 increase from the prior quarter, driven by $10 million incremental net interest income and strong credit conditions.
Loans and deposits both increased by 2% quarter-over-quarter, with loans to mortgage companies up $689 million and C&I loans up $316 million.
Net interest income grew by $10 million, primarily from loan portfolio growth, especially in mortgage warehouse lending.
Net interest margin compressed by 2 basis points to 3.40%, influenced by higher interest-bearing deposit costs and brokered CDs growth.

EVR

Financial Services

2w

Financial Performance Summary

Adjusted compensation ratio improved to 65.4%, down 60 basis points year-over-year, while adjusted noncompensation expenses rose 9% due to technology and occupancy costs.
Adjusted operating income was $157 million, a 37% increase versus Q2 2024, with adjusted EPS of $2.42, up 34% year-over-year.
Advisory fees increased 23% year-over-year to $698 million, a record for the quarter.
Asset Management and Administration Fees grew 3% to $21 million, driven by market appreciation and net inflows.
Cash and investment securities totaled over $1.7 billion as of June 30, with positive cash flow and $532 million returned to shareholders in the first half through buybacks and dividends.
Evercore delivered adjusted net revenues of $839 million in Q2 2025, up nearly 21% year-over-year, marking record revenues for both the quarter and first half of the year.
GAAP net revenues, operating income, and EPS were $834 million, $150 million, and $2.36 per share respectively in Q2 2025.
Share repurchases totaled approximately 1.7 million shares year-to-date at an average price of $258.5 per share, fully offsetting dilution from RSU grants.
Underwriting revenues rose 4% to $32 million, commissions and related revenue increased 10% to $58 million.

S&T Bancorp, Inc.

STBA

Financial Services

3w

Financial Performance Summary

Allowance for credit losses declined by 2 basis points to 1.24% of total loans.
Expenses increased by $3 million compared to Q1, mainly due to salary increases, incentives, and higher medical costs.
Loan growth was 5% for the quarter, driving total assets to over $9.8 billion.
Net interest margin expanded to 3.88%, up 7 basis points linked quarter, with net interest income rising almost 4%.
Noninterest income increased by $3.1 million, aided by a rebound in consumer activity and securities repositioning.
Q2 2025 EPS was $0.83 with net income of $32 million and ROA of 1.32%.
Tangible common equity ratio increased by 18 basis points, supported by strong retained earnings and AOCI improvement.

KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc.

KREF

Financial Services

3w

Strategic Diversification into European and CMBS Markets

The company is actively diversifying its portfolio geographically into Europe, with new originations expected by the end of 2025.
KREF has closed on a B-Piece investment in a diversified pool of 34 low leverage, fixed-rate first mortgage loans across property types and geographies.
Management highlighted the creation of more portfolio duration through CMBS investments, leveraging their K-Star platform, which is a rated special servicer.
This strategic move aims to enhance risk-adjusted returns and create a more resilient, diversified investment portfolio.

Primis Financial Corp.

FRST

Financial Services

3w

Significant Operating Leverage and Margin Expansion Strategy

Primis highlighted its wide operating leverage, with incremental margins in the mid-4% range, driven by the sale of the life premium portfolio and the addition of the warehouse lending team.
The company emphasized that its digital platform is scalable and targeted, contributing $36 million at a 4.06% rate, supporting low-cost deposits and high-yield lending.
Management stressed that deposit costs have decreased by 32% year-over-year to 2.89%, significantly improving margin and deposit competitiveness.