HILLTOP HOLDINGS INC. - HTH STOCK NEWS

Hilltop Holdings (NYSE: HTH) reported a significant decline in Q2 2022 earnings, with net income of $33.3 million ($0.45 per share) compared to $99.1 million ($1.21 per share) in Q2 2021. This decline is attributed to a 42.1% decrease in net gains from mortgage loan sales and increased provisions for credit losses, reflecting a deteriorating economic outlook. Hilltop declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share. The company repurchased 14.87 million shares for $442.3 million, indicating confidence in its long-term strategy amidst challenging market conditions.

Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH) will hold its 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders virtually on July 21, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Dallas time due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns. Stockholders of record as of May 5, 2022 can participate online through www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HTH2022. Voting is encouraged prior to the meeting, and the original proxy card remains valid despite the location change. Hilltop Holdings is a Dallas-based financial holding company primarily offering banking and mortgage services.

Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH) will host a live webcast and conference call on July 22, 2022, at 8:00 AM Central to discuss its second quarter 2022 financial results. President and CEO Jeremy B. Ford and CFO William B. Furr will provide insights into the company's performance.

The call will be accessible via phone or through Hilltop’s Investor Relations website. As of June 30, 2022, Hilltop employed approximately 4,650 people and operated 385 locations across 47 states.

PrimeLending announces the promotion of Amy Wirshing to Branch Manager at its Eagle, Idaho office. With 15 years in the mortgage industry, including 7 years as Production Manager at the Boise branch, she will oversee operations and guide a team of Loan Officers to meet customer mortgage needs in the Eagle and Boise areas. PrimeLending, part of Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH), focuses on providing personalized home financing solutions and has maintained a 97% customer satisfaction rating.

PrimeLending has promoted Michael Heeb to Area Manager for the Pacific Northwest, overseeing Alaska, Idaho, and Montana. With 20 years of mortgage experience, Heeb previously served as Branch Manager at the Eagle, ID branch. His leadership has been instrumental in driving growth in Idaho and Montana. PrimeLending, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH), focuses on delivering exceptional customer service and has maintained a 97% customer satisfaction rating. The company provides personalized mortgage solutions nationwide.

PrimeLending has announced the promotion of Matt Eckard to Area Manager for the Pacific Northwest region, overseeing Oregon and Washington. Eckard brings over 23 years of experience, previously serving as Branch Manager in the Portland area. Under his leadership, he will focus on supporting community mortgage needs, including purchase and refinance loans. Al Velasco, EVP West Division Manager, expressed confidence in Eckard’s ability to drive growth in this competitive market. PrimeLending aims to enhance homeownership opportunities throughout the region.

PrimeLending, a national home lender and subsidiary of Hilltop Holdings (NYSE: HTH), has launched a 'Close On Time Guarantee' offer. Borrowers will receive $5,000 if their mortgage loan does not close as scheduled, aiming to enhance homebuyers' appeal in a market with a 2.2-month supply of available homes, far below the balanced level of six months. This initiative is part of their Buyer’s AdvantEDGE program, which helps streamline the mortgage process, boasting a 97% customer satisfaction rating.

Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH) has completed its modified "Dutch auction" tender offer, purchasing up to $400 million of its common stock for cash at a rate of $29.75 per share. A total of 14,868,469 shares were tendered and accepted, accounting for approximately 18.7% of the shares outstanding. The total cost for this buyback is around $442.3 million. Hilltop may consider further stock repurchases depending on market conditions. This tender offer underscores the Company's commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH) announced the preliminary results of its modified Dutch auction tender offer to repurchase up to $400 million of its common stock. The offer, which expired on May 27, 2022, saw 14,876,179 shares tendered at a price of $29.75 per share, totaling approximately $442.6 million. This represents 18.7% of outstanding shares. Hilltop plans to purchase these shares subject to regulatory approval and may consider additional repurchases in the future based on market conditions.