Business First Q3 Core Earnings Rise as Margin Expands
Business First Bancshares reported higher Q3 2026 core earnings as margin expansion and loan and deposit growth offset mixed credit trends. Business First Bancshares, Inc. reported a significant increase in core earnings for the third quarter of 2026, with net interest margin expanding and both loans and deposits growing. Core net income available to common shareholders rose 22.6% from a year earlier to $26.0 million, while core diluted earnings per share increased 9.7% to $0.79. The company recorded total core revenue of about $93 million, with noninterest core revenue accounting for 13.4%. Net interest margin increased to 3.86% from 3.73% in the second quarter, and 3.80% excluding acquired-loan discount accretion. The bank highlighted production in Houston, where gross loan originations totaled $157.8 million and loans held for investment rose by $121.4 million. Total deposits increased by approximately $141 million during the quarter to $7.38 billion, representing 7.7%.
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Business First Bancshares, Inc. reported stronger core earnings for the third quarter of 2026 as net interest margin expanded and both loans and deposits grew. Core net income available to common shar... [5792 symbols]
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