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Quarterly ResultJul 21, 2026, 04:07 PM

Hancock Whitney Q2 EPS $1.55; Net Income $127M; Loans +10% LQA

AI Summary

Hancock Whitney Corporation announced strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026, with net income reaching $127.0 million, or $1.55 per diluted share, a significant increase from the previous quarter. The company reported robust organic growth with loans up 10% and deposits up 8% on a linked-quarter annualized basis. Asset quality remained solid, and the company also announced the acquisition of One Florida Bank, expected to close on August 1.

Key Highlights

  • Net income totaled $127.0 million, up from $47.4 million in Q1 2026.
  • Diluted EPS was $1.55, compared to $0.57 in the prior quarter.
  • Loans increased $588 million, or 10% linked-quarter annualized (LQA).
  • Deposits increased $548 million, or 8% LQA.
  • Net Interest Margin (NIM) was 3.56%, up 1 basis point from Q1 2026.
  • Efficiency ratio improved to 55.31% from 55.43% in the prior quarter.
  • Criticized commercial loans decreased by $30.2 million to $492.0 million.
  • Company repurchased 712,966 shares at an average price of $68.28 per share.