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IBC Reports 37% Increase in Earnings in 2023

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International Bancshares Corporation (IBOC) reports a significant increase in annual net income for 2023, reaching $411.8 million, with a 38.5% rise in diluted earnings per share compared to 2022. The company attributes this growth to an increase in net interest income and cost control initiatives. Despite a slight increase in interest expenses, IBOC remains competitive in the current economic environment. The company's strong financial performance is supported by its outstanding balance sheet management strategies and exceptional capital position, positioning it for continued success in 2024 and beyond.
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  • Annual net income for 2023 reached $411.8 million, a 37.2% increase over 2022.
  • Diluted earnings per share for 2023 were $6.62, a 38.5% rise compared to 2022.
  • Net income for the three months ended Dec. 31, 2023, was $106.4 million, with a 1.0% increase over the same period in 2022.
  • Net interest income saw a significant increase due to a larger investment portfolio and higher loan interest income.
  • IBOC closely monitors interest rates to remain competitive and retain deposits.
  • The company's cost control initiatives and efficiency measures have contributed to its positive financial results.
  • Total assets at Dec. 31, 2023, were $15.1 billion, with total net loans at $7.9 billion and deposits at $11.8 billion.
  • IBOC is a multi-bank financial holding company with 166 facilities and 256 ATMs serving 75 communities in Texas and Oklahoma.
  • The company's return on assets (ROA) positions it among the top publicly traded bank holding companies in the nation.
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The reported annual net income growth of 37.2% and the 38.5% increase in diluted earnings per share for International Bancshares Corporation (IBOC) reflect a significant improvement in financial performance, surpassing the previous year's results. This growth can largely be attributed to the strategic expansion of the bank's investment portfolio and the favorable impact of higher Federal Reserve interest rates on loan interest income. It's important to note that the rise in net income, despite the increase in interest expense due to higher rates on deposits, indicates effective cost control measures and operational efficiency.

IBOC's management of interest income and expense in response to changing interest rate environments demonstrates a proactive approach to balance sheet management. Their strategies have yielded a positive net interest margin, which is a critical indicator of a bank's profitability. The robust capital position and liquidity, along with a strong deposit base, suggest resilience and potential for sustained performance, which could be attractive to investors seeking stability in the financial sector.

IBOC's performance positions the company among the top publicly traded bank holding companies, as indicated by its return on assets (ROA). This metric is a key indicator of how efficiently a company's management is using its assets to generate earnings. IBOC's solid earnings performance, particularly in the context of economic uncertainty and fluctuating interest rates, may signal to market participants the company's competitive edge and operational effectiveness.

However, the reduction in total deposits from $12.7 billion to $11.8 billion raises questions about the bank's ability to retain and attract deposits in a competitive rate environment. This could be a point of concern for investors, as deposits are a fundamental source of funding for banks. The ability to maintain a strong deposit base is crucial for the bank's lending capabilities and overall financial health.

IBOC's performance must be contextualized within the broader economic environment, particularly the monetary policy landscape influenced by the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. The bank's increase in loan interest income is a direct consequence of the Fed's rate hikes, which can lead to higher interest margins for banks. However, this environment also increases the cost of deposits, as banks must offer more competitive rates to retain depositors.

Looking ahead, IBOC's confidence in its balance sheet management strategies suggests a degree of preparedness for potential economic shifts. The ability to navigate the interplay between asset liability, liquidity management and interest rate fluctuations will be crucial for IBOC's continued success, especially in a climate of anticipated rate changes. Investors should monitor how the bank adjusts to these macroeconomic factors and maintains its profitability in a potentially volatile interest rate environment.

LAREDO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- International Bancshares Corporation (NASDAQ:IBOC), one of the largest independent bank holding companies in Texas, today reported annual net income for 2023 of $411.8 million, or $6.62 diluted earnings per common share ($6.63 per share basic), compared to $300.2 million, or $4.78 diluted earnings per common share ($4.79 per share basic), which represents an increase of 38.5% in diluted earnings per share and a 37.2% increase in net income over the corresponding period in 2022. Net income for the three months ended Dec. 31, 2023 was $106.4 million, or $1.71 diluted earnings per common share ($1.71 per share basic), compared to $105.4 million, or $1.68 diluted earnings per common share ($1.69 per share basic) for the same period in 2022, representing an increase of 1.0% in net income and a 1.8% increase in diluted earnings per share.

Net income for the year ended Dec. 31, 2023 was positively impacted by an increase in net interest income, which is primarily attributable to an increase in the size of our investment portfolio, the interest earned on funds held at the Federal Reserve Bank and an increase in loan interest income, of which the latter two have increased consistently with Federal Reserve Board actions to raise interest rates in 2022 and 2023. Net income for the period has also been impacted by increases in interest expense, primarily driven by an increase in interest paid on deposits. We closely monitor rates paid on deposits to remain competitive in the current economic environment and retain deposits. The increase in those revenue streams coupled with the cost control initiatives to streamline operations and increase efficiency in recent years have been the primary drivers in achieving these results.

International Bancshares Corporation and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Financial Summary

 

 

 

Years Ended
Dec. 31,

 

2023

 

2022

 

2021

 

2020

 

2019

 

(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest income

$

800,162

 

$

525,781

 

$

398,103

 

$

427,008

 

$

492,401

Interest expense

 

(136,661)

 

 

(38,156)

 

 

(26,831)

 

 

(39,119)

 

 

(58,629)

Net interest income

 

663,501

 

 

487,625

 

 

371,272

 

 

387,889

 

 

433,772

Provision for probable loan losses

 

(34,576)

 

 

(21,651)

 

 

(7,955)

 

 

(45,379)

 

 

(18,843)

Non-interest income

 

169,941

 

 

187,134

 

 

222,326

 

 

150,579

 

 

154,826

Non-interest expense

 

(275,354)

 

 

(270,469)

 

 

(263,316)

 

 

(281,331)

 

 

(309,801)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Income before income taxes

 

523,512

 

 

382,639

 

 

322,327

 

 

211,758

 

 

259,954

Income taxes

 

(111,744)

 

 

(82,407)

 

 

(68,405)

 

 

(44,439)

 

 

(54,850)

Net income

$

411,768

 

$

300,232

 

$

253,922

 

$

167,319

 

$

205,104

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net income per common share

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

$

6.63

 

 

4.79

 

$

4.01

 

$

2.63

 

$

3.13

Diluted

$

6.62

 

 

4.78

 

$

4.00

 

$

2.62

 

$

3.12

“Our net interest margin continues to be positively impacted by the current interest rate environment. Managing interest income and expense continues to be a major focus of our executive leadership team, who continue to carefully monitor the current interest rate environment so that decisions made will balance the management of our deposit base with the cost of those deposits. We are confident that our balance sheet management strategies, including our asset liability and liquidity management, which have been in place for many years, will continue to position us for success as we have just reported. Our outstanding earnings performance continues to prove that our long-standing strategies and commitment to cost control and non-interest income growth continues to be timely and successful. Our return on assets (ROA) puts IBOC among the top of publicly traded bank holding companies in the nation. We are confident in our exceptionally strong capital position, significant liquidity, strong relationship deposit base and responsive management strategies to position us for continued success in 2024 and beyond,” said Dennis E. Nixon, president and CEO.

Total assets at Dec. 31, 2023 were $15.1 billion compared to $15.5 billion at Dec. 31, 2022. Total net loans were $7.9 billion at Dec. 31, 2023 compared to $7.3 billion at Dec. 31, 2022. Deposits were $11.8 billion at Dec. 31, 2023 compared to $12.7 billion at Dec. 31, 2022.

IBC is a multi-bank financial holding company headquartered in Laredo, Texas, with 166 facilities and 256 ATMs serving 75 communities in Texas and Oklahoma.

“Safe Harbor” statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements contained in this release which are not historical facts contain forward looking information with respect to plans, projections or future performance of IBC and its subsidiaries, the occurrence of which involve certain risks and uncertainties detailed in IBC’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Copies of IBC’s SEC filings and Annual Report (as an exhibit to the 10-K) may be downloaded from the SEC filings site located at http://www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml.

Judith Wawroski,

Treasurer and Principal Financial Officer

International Bancshares Corporation

(956) 722-7611

Source: International Bancshares Corporation

FAQ

What was International Bancshares Corporation's (IBOC) annual net income for 2023?

IBOC reported an annual net income of $411.8 million for 2023, representing a 37.2% increase over 2022.

What was the diluted earnings per share for IBOC in 2023?

IBOC's diluted earnings per share for 2023 were $6.62, marking a 38.5% rise compared to 2022.

How did IBOC's net income for the three months ended Dec. 31, 2023, compare to the same period in 2022?

IBOC's net income for the three months ended Dec. 31, 2023, was $106.4 million, with a 1.0% increase over the same period in 2022.

What factors contributed to the increase in net interest income for IBOC?

IBOC's net interest income increase was primarily due to a larger investment portfolio and higher loan interest income.

How does IBOC monitor interest rates to remain competitive?

IBOC closely monitors interest rates to remain competitive in the current economic environment and retain deposits.

What are some key financial figures for IBOC at the end of 2023?

At the end of 2023, IBOC had total assets of $15.1 billion, total net loans of $7.9 billion, and deposits of $11.8 billion.

Where is IBOC headquartered?

IBOC is headquartered in Laredo, Texas.

How many facilities and ATMs does IBOC have?

IBOC has 166 facilities and 256 ATMs serving 75 communities in Texas and Oklahoma.

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