Successful Merger Execution
FB Financial successfully announced, received regulatory approval, and closed the merger with Southern States in approximately 90 days, showcasing effective integration efforts.
Adjusted Earnings Performance
Reported adjusted EPS of $0.88 and adjusted net income of $40.8 million, reflecting strong underlying performance despite onetime losses.
Positive Loan and Deposit Growth
Loans grew at an annualized rate of 4.2% and deposits at 7.2% during the quarter, with expectations of mid- to high single-digit growth in the future.
Restructuring for Future Growth
A significant securities transaction was executed, selling $266 million of investment securities to strategically position for future loan growth.
Strong New Loan Yields
New loan yields exceeded 7%, providing a positive outlook for future interest income.