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Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is a prominent regional banking institution headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, with a history dating back to 1903. The bank offers a comprehensive suite of financial services and solutions across more than 240 offices in eight states including Arkansas, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, New York, California, and Mississippi. With a strong focus on customer service, prudent lending practices, and sound management, Bank OZK has built a reputation for reliability and growth.
The bank’s service offerings encompass a wide range of deposit services such as checking, savings, money market accounts, time deposits, and individual retirement accounts. In addition, Bank OZK provides loan services including real estate, consumer, commercial, and industrial loans. The institution also offers advanced financial services such as treasury management, trust and wealth management, and financial planning.
One of the key differentiators of Bank OZK is its commitment to personalized customer service. The bank’s local decision-making empowers its bankers to understand and meet the specific needs of their clients effectively, fostering long-term relationships. This customer-centric approach has allowed Bank OZK to expand its footprint and continuously grow its deposit base and loan portfolio.
Financially, Bank OZK has demonstrated robust performance. For the third quarter of 2023, the bank reported a record net income available to common stockholders of $169.7 million, marking a 32.3% increase from the same quarter in the previous year. Diluted earnings per common share for the same period were a record $1.49, showcasing a 38.0% increase year-over-year. These results underscore the bank's strategic positioning and effective management amidst a dynamic economic environment.
The bank’s financial health is further highlighted by its solid asset quality and growth metrics. As of September 30, 2023, total loans stood at $25.33 billion, a 29.8% increase from the previous year, while deposits reached $25.55 billion, reflecting a 25.2% increase. Total assets amounted to $32.77 billion, demonstrating a 24.9% increase from the prior year. These figures highlight the bank’s capacity to grow its financial footprint while maintaining a strong balance sheet.
Bank OZK's management team, led by Chairman and CEO George Gleason, continues to emphasize strategic growth and innovation. The bank’s recent achievements include handling rising interest rates and market volatility effectively, which has translated into record performance metrics. Looking forward, Bank OZK aims to capitalize on new opportunities while maintaining its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.
For the latest updates and further information on Bank OZK's performance, events, and developments, visit their investor relations website.
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) announced a new stock repurchase program allowing for the buyback of up to $300 million of its outstanding common stock. This program follows the expiration of a previous repurchase initiative on November 4, 2022, and has received all necessary regulatory approvals. The repurchase may occur until November 9, 2023, or until the total cost of shares reaches $300 million. Management will decide on the timing of repurchases based on various financial and market conditions.
Bank OZK reported a net income of $128.3 million for Q3 2022, down 1.5% from Q3 2021. Diluted EPS increased by 8.0% to $1.08. For the first nine months, net income decreased by 9.4% to $388.7 million. The provision for credit losses rose to $39.8 million in Q3 2022 compared to a negative provision in Q3 2021. Total loans reached $19.51 billion, a 6.6% increase year-over-year. The bank repurchased 1.23 million shares for $47.7 million in Q3. Pre-tax pre-provision net revenue (PPNR) surged 27.2% to $208.1 million.
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) reported its third quarter 2022 management comments on October 20, 2022, highlighting its financial status as of September 30, 2022, with total assets of $26.23 billion. The bank operates over 240 offices across eight states, including Arkansas and Texas, focusing on innovative financial solutions. Investors can find more details on the bank's investor relations website.
Bank OZK has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.33 per share on its common stock, marking a 3.13% increase from the previous quarter. This signifies the 49th consecutive quarter of dividend growth. The dividend is payable on October 21, 2022, to shareholders recorded by October 14, 2022. Additionally, a cash dividend of $0.28906 per share on its Series A Preferred Stock is set for payment on November 15, 2022. Bank OZK remains a member of the S&P High Yield Dividend Aristocrats index since January 2018, highlighting its commitment to consistent dividend increases.
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) announced it will report its third quarter 2022 earnings after market close on October 20, 2022. A related management commentary will also be released at that time. A conference call for investors is scheduled for October 21, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. CT, accessible via webcast or telephone registration. As of June 30, 2022, Bank OZK recorded total assets of $25.92 billion and operates over 240 offices across eight states. Additional details are available on the Bank’s investor relations website.
Lionheart Strategic Management has secured $67.6 million in mezzanine loans and preferred equity for 601W Companies, which is redeveloping an office building at 801 South Canal Street, Chicago. This financing complements a $147.5 million senior loan from Bank OZK and aims to transform the site into a modern 700,000 sq. ft. office space. The project is part of a broader initiative in the area, which includes a nearby $1 billion renovation of the Old Post Office. Lionheart and Bank OZK also partnered on a $150 million funding project in Miami.
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) has released its second quarter 2022 management comments, now accessible on their investor relations website. As of June 30, 2022, the bank reported total assets of $25.92 billion and operates over 240 offices across eight states, including Arkansas, Georgia, and Florida. The bank specializes in innovative financial solutions and aims for excellence in its services. Investors can find further details through the Bank’s website or contact their investor relations team for inquiries.
Bank OZK (OZK) reported a net income of $132.4 million for Q2 2022, down 12.1% from $150.5 million in Q2 2021. Diluted earnings per share were $1.10, a decrease of 5.2%. For the first half of 2022, net income was $260.4 million, a 12.9% drop. The provision for credit losses rose to $7.0 million, contrasting with a negative provision of $30.9 million in Q2 2021. Despite challenges, pre-tax pre-provision net revenue increased 10.9% to $182.8 million. Loan growth was positive, with total loans at $18.74 billion, up 2.6%. The Bank repurchased 3.7 million shares at an average price of $39.93 during the quarter.
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.32 per share, reflecting a 3.23% increase from the previous quarter. This marks the 48th consecutive quarter of dividend increases, showcasing the bank’s strong financial performance. The dividend is payable on July 22, 2022 to shareholders as of July 15, 2022. Additionally, a dividend of $0.28906 per share on its Series A Preferred Stock is scheduled for August 15, 2022. Bank OZK has been part of the S&P High Yield Dividend Aristocrats index since January 2018.
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