QCR Holdings, Inc. Announces Resumption of Stock Repurchase Program
QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) has resumed its share repurchase program, initially authorized on February 13, 2020, after a suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Board approved the repurchase of up to 699,068 shares, reflecting a commitment to enhance shareholder value. CEO Larry J. Helling emphasized the program as a tool for capital allocation, citing strong financial performance. The repurchase can occur through various means, subject to market conditions and legal requirements.
- Resumed share repurchase program indicates strong financial health.
- CEO's statement reflects confidence in enhancing shareholder value.
- Opportunity to repurchase 699,068 shares may support stock price.
- None.
MOLINE, Ill., May 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) today announced that its Board of Directors approved resuming share repurchases under its share repurchase program, which was initially authorized on February 13, 2020. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company suspended share repurchases under the repurchase program on March 16, 2020. Under the program, 699,068 shares may still be purchased.
“This share repurchase program reflects the Company’s commitment to enhancing value for our shareholders,” said Larry J. Helling, Chief Executive Officer. “The plan provides us with another tool to best allocate capital. We continue to deliver strong financial performance, and reinstating this program gives us the opportunity to buy back shares and build long-term value.”
The repurchase program permits shares to be repurchased in open market or private transactions, through block trades, and pursuant to any trading plan that may be adopted in accordance with Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The timing, manner, price and amount of any repurchases will be determined by the Company in its discretion and will be subject to economic and market conditions, stock price, applicable legal requirements and other factors. The repurchase program does not obligate the Company to purchase any particular number of shares.
About Us
QCR Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Moline, Illinois, is a relationship-driven, multi-bank holding company serving the Quad Cities, Cedar Rapids, Cedar Valley, Des Moines/Ankeny and Springfield communities through its wholly owned subsidiary banks. The banks provide full-service commercial and consumer banking and trust and wealth management services. Quad City Bank & Trust Company, based in Bettendorf, Iowa, commenced operations in 1994, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Company, based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, commenced operations in 2001, Community State Bank, based in Ankeny, Iowa, was acquired by the Company in 2016, and Springfield First Community Bank, based in Springfield, Missouri, was acquired by the Company in 2018. Additionally, the Company serves the Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Iowa community through Community Bank & Trust, a division of Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Company. Quad City Bank & Trust Company engages in commercial leasing through its wholly owned subsidiary, m2 Equipment Finance, LLC, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and also provides correspondent banking services. The Company has 23 locations in Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin and Illinois. As of March 31, 2021, the Company had approximately
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| Todd A. Gipple | Kim K. Garrett |
| President | Vice President, Corporate Communications |
| Chief Operating Officer | Investor Relations Manager |
| Chief Financial Officer | (319) 743-7006 |
| (309) 743-7745 | kgarrett@qcrh.com |
| tgipple@qcrh.com |
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