EQUITY BANCSHARES INC

Equity Bancshares, Inc. has filed an 8-K report detailing the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of Frontier Holdings LLC for the three-month period ended December 31, 2025. This filing is in connection with Equity Bancshares' pending transaction with Lincoln Bancorp. Frontier Holdings LLC reported a net loss of $891,000 for the quarter, a significant decrease from a net income of $2.9 million in the prior year's quarter. While net interest income saw an increase, total noninterest expenses more than doubled, contributing to the net loss.

Equity Bancshares, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors approved a new share repurchase plan on May 20, 2026. This plan allows for the repurchase of up to 1,000,000 shares of common stock over a one-year period. The program will begin after the current authorization concludes or expires on September 30, 2026, and received non-objection from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City on August 5, 2026.

Equity Bancshares, Inc. (EQBK) announced it will be meeting with institutional investors on June 17, 2026, presenting an investor deck that details its financial performance and strategic initiatives. The presentation highlights significant growth in total assets to $7.7B, a market capitalization of $1.0B, and a strong tangible book value per share of $32.58. The company emphasizes its successful acquisition strategy, having completed 15 acquisitions since 2010, and its ongoing expansion into new markets like Omaha and Lincoln.

Equity Bancshares, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share of common stock. This dividend will be distributed to shareholders on July 15, 2026. Only stockholders who are on record as of the close of business on June 30, 2026, will be eligible to receive this payment.

Equity Bancshares, Inc. stockholders approved the Second Amendment to the 2022 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan at their Annual Meeting on April 21, 2026, increasing authorized shares by 1,000,000. Following the meeting, the Board of Directors elected D. Scott Rogerson as a new Class I director. Mr. Rogerson brings extensive financial and operational experience, currently serving as President, Corporate Operations and CFO of Lindsey Management Co, Inc.

Equity Bancshares, Inc. announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, through a press release issued on April 14, 2026. The company also plans to host an investor call and webcast on April 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time to discuss these results. An investor presentation with additional financial information has also been furnished.