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Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NYSE: AMTB) is a renowned bank holding company headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, operating since 1979. It primarily serves through its main subsidiary, Amerant Bank, N.A., the largest community bank headquartered in Florida. The company offers a comprehensive range of deposit, credit, and wealth management services to individuals and businesses across the United States and internationally.
Amerant provides various banking products, including checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit, and money market accounts. It also offers a wide array of loan products such as variable and fixed-rate commercial real estate loans, loans secured by owner-occupied properties, working capital loans, asset-based lending, and small business administration loans. Additionally, the company extends consumer loans and overdrafts.
In terms of recent achievements, Amerant has strategically expanded its footprint in South Florida with the opening of a new banking center on Las Olas Blvd in Ft. Lauderdale. This move underlines their commitment to providing relationship-centric banking services. Furthermore, Amerant has entered into strategic partnerships with notable organizations like iCapital for enhanced wealth management offerings and the Miami Marlins, strengthening its community presence.
Financially, Amerant reported net income attributable to the company of $10.6 million for the first quarter of 2024, with total assets amounting to $9.8 billion. The company’s financial stability is further supported by robust non-performing asset management and strategic asset sales, such as the sale of its Houston-based operations to MidFirst Bank, allowing it to focus more on its core markets in Florida.
Amerant’s involvement in community initiatives is significant, highlighted by its “Saves for Vets” program in partnership with the Florida Panthers, which supports veteran-focused nonprofit organizations.
Amerant Bancorp Inc. continues to innovate and expand, ensuring its services meet the evolving needs of its diverse client base while maintaining a strong presence in the communities it serves.
Amerant Bancorp Inc. has extended its offer to exchange up to $30 million of outstanding unregistered 4.25% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2032 for registered equivalents until 5:00 p.m. NYC Time on June 21, 2022. As of June 16, 2022, 51% of the Old Notes, amounting to $15.25 million, had been tendered for exchange. The terms for the New Notes remain similar to the Old Notes, with advantages including non-restrictions on transfer. This extension aims to allow more holders to participate.
Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) has successfully completed its $50 million share repurchase program for Class A Common Stock, repurchasing a total of 1,602,887 shares, including 611,525 since March 31, 2022. This is the company's second consecutive $50 million buyback, totaling 3,148,399 Class A shares repurchased since November 2021. CEO Jerry Plush highlighted that these actions, along with recent cash dividends, reflect their commitment to managing capital efficiently and enhancing total returns for shareholders.
Sol-REIT has secured a significant credit facility from Amerant Bank to finance solar energy projects, enhancing access to renewable energy for underserved communities. This facility supports Sol-REIT's pipeline exceeding
Amerant Bancorp reported net income of $16.0 million for Q1 2022, a decline from $65.5 million in Q4 2021 but an increase from $14.5 million in Q1 2021. Core Pre-Provision Net Revenue was $17.9 million, down from $18.9 million in Q4 2021. Total gross loans rose 2.8% to $5.72 billion, while total deposits increased by 1.08% to $5.69 billion. Non-interest income dropped 81.9% to $14.0 million, heavily impacted by the previous quarter's gain on the sale of headquarters. Amerant's stockholders’ equity decreased 9.9% to $749.4 million.
Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) has declared a cash dividend of $0.09 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on May 31, 2022, to shareholders who are on record as of the close of business on May 13, 2022. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, Amerant Bancorp operates mainly through its subsidiary, Amerant Bank, providing a range of financial services including deposit, credit, and wealth management services to both U.S. and select international clients.
Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) will release its first quarter 2022 earnings results on April 20, 2022, after market close. Investors can access the results on the company’s investor relations website. A conference call discussing the financial results is scheduled for April 21, 2022, at 9:00 AM ET, hosted by CEO Jerry Plush and CFO Carlos Iafigliola. The call will be accessible via phone and webcast, with a replay available for one month. Amerant Bancorp is a leading bank holding company based in Coral Gables, Florida, operating primarily through Amerant Bank.
Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTB) announced significant changes to its Board of Directors, effective from the upcoming annual meeting on June 8, 2022. Retiring members include Chairman Frederick C. Copeland, Jr. and Director J. Guillermo Villar. New appointees Orlando Ashford, Samantha Holroyd, John Quelch, and Oscar Suarez will join the board on April 1, 2022. Additionally, Jerry Plush will transition to Chairman, and Pamella J. Dana will be Lead Independent Director. The new directors bring diverse experiences, emphasizing growth in South Florida and Houston.
Amerant Bank, the second largest community bank in Florida, has joined the USDF Consortium, becoming the seventh bank nationally to do so. This consortium aims to enhance the adoption and interoperability of the USDF™ bank-minted tokenized deposit, facilitating value transfers on blockchain. Amerant Bank's involvement reflects its commitment to innovation in digital transactions, with a focus on safer and more reliable financial services for consumers. The consortium plans to establish standards for member banks, expanding services like mobile banking and crypto lending.
Amerant Bancorp Inc. announced the completion of a $30 million private placement of its 4.25% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due in 2032. The notes will carry an initial interest of 4.25% until March 2027, after which the rate will reset quarterly to a floating rate. Proceeds will be utilized for general corporate purposes, including capital for growth and debt repayment. The notes are guaranteed by Amerant Florida Bancorp Inc. and are not registered under the Securities Act, limiting their sale in the U.S. without registration or exemption.
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