**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Cadence Bank reported strong third-quarter results, driven by the completion of the Industry Bancshares acquisition and organic growth. Adjusted net income from continuing operations increased to $152.8 million, or $0.81 per share, reflecting a 9% quarter-over-quarter increase in pretax pre-provision net revenue.
- Total deposits grew by $3.4 billion, with $3.1 billion attributed to the Industry acquisition. Loan growth of $1.3 billion included $1 billion from the acquisition and $300 million in organic origination activity. The company emphasized stable credit performance, with net charge-offs at 26 basis points and nonperforming assets remaining stable.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Net interest margin improved by 6 basis points to 3.46%, driven by higher-yielding securities and lower funding costs. Adjusted noninterest expense increased by $22.8 million, primarily due to merger-related costs and higher incentive accruals. The company achieved an adjusted efficiency ratio of 56.5%, reflecting strong cost control.
- The securities portfolio was repositioned to higher-yielding assets, contributing to a 32 basis point improvement in securities yields. Brokered deposits were reduced by $0.5 billion, with plans to further optimize the deposit mix in 2026.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Loan Growth and Pipeline:** Management highlighted a strong pipeline for 2026, with diversification across C&I, CRE, and specialty lending. Fourth-quarter loan growth guidance implied mid-single-digit organic growth, supported by tax law-driven demand.
- **Deposit Mix and Funding:** The company aims to reduce brokered deposits and increase core deposits, targeting a 50% beta on deposit repricing. The impact of a large customer's $2 billion deposit outflow in August was noted as temporary.
- **M&A Strategy:** Cadence remains focused on acquisitions within its 9-state footprint, prioritizing density and strategic fit. The company expects to reinvest capital from 2025 acquisitions into organic growth and future deals.
- **Credit Performance:** Nonperforming assets remained stable, with minimal impact from CRE paydowns. The credit portfolio was described as resilient, with stable delinquency rates and strong loan-to-value ratios in CRE.


Cadence Bank (CADE) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Record M&A Execution**: Completed two deals in under 100 days, adding $1.4B in loans and $1B in Texas deposits.
- **Exceptional Growth**: 12.6% annualized loan growth, 4.4% core deposit growth, and 8% revenue increase.
- **Profitability Expansion**: Efficiency ratio improved 90bps to 56.7%, NIM poised to rebound post-securities impact.
- **Strong Capital Position**: CET1 of 12.2%, tangible book value up 5% Y/Y.
- **Texas Dominance**: Texas loans now 37% of total, driving 15%+ annualized growth in high-growth markets.

**【Management Opening Remarks】**
- Will Fisackerly introduced the call, noting the availability of slides and customary disclosures. He emphasized the company's strong performance and strategic initiatives.

**【CEO Commentary】**
- **M&A Activity**: Acquired Industry Bancshares (closed in 67 days) and First Chatham Bank (closed in 99 days), expanding presence in Georgia and Texas.
- **Financial Highlights**: Adjusted net income of $137.5M ($0.73 EPS), 12.6% annualized organic loan growth, and 4.4% annualized core deposit growth.
- **Credit Metrics**: Net charge-offs at 24bps annualized, stable nonperforming assets, and allowance coverage at 1.34%.
- **Balance Sheet Strength**: Tangible book value of $22.94/share, CET1 capital ratio of 12.2%.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Pretax pre-provision net revenue up 8% Q/Q to $206M, driven by loan growth and fee income.
- **Net Interest Margin (NIM)**: 3.40% (down 6bps Q/Q due to securities purchases), with loan yields at 6.34% and new loans at >7%.
- **Deposit Management**: Cost of deposits improved 5bps to 2.30%, with CDs 12bps lower on renewals.
- **Expenses**: Adjusted noninterest expense up $11.7M Q/Q, driven by M&A and growth-related costs.
- **Credit Provision**: $31M, including $4M day-1 provision, with stable credit quality.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **NIM Outlook**: Expect rebound as loan growth and deposit repricing offset securities drag.
- **Loan Growth Sustainability**: Strong pipelines across geographies, with Texas leading at $1B+ annualized growth.
- **Deposit Strategy**: Focused on core growth (4.4% annualized) and reducing brokered deposits.
- **M&A Pipeline**: Actively pursuing opportunities in existing 9-state footprint.
- **Capital Allocation**: Prioritizing acquisitions over buybacks, with CET1 maintained above 12%.
- **Interest Rate Sensitivity**: Neutral position with 150bps range, using swaps to hedge acquired securities.


Cadence Bank (CADE) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Acquisition Momentum**: Georgia expansion via First Chatham Bank closing May 1, with minimal 2025 financial impact.
- **Strong Financials**: Q1 GAAP net income $130.9M (+15% YoY), NIM 3.46% (+8bps), ROA 1.15%.
- **Growth Drivers**: Loan growth 4% annualized, deposit +$610M, stable NIM despite 25bps loan yield compression.
- **Credit Stability**: Charge-offs 27bps, nonperforming loans down 11%, CET1 capital 12.4%.
- **Strategic Moves**: $785M bond portfolio hedge, expense control (efficiency ratio 57.6%), and CRE pipeline at multi-year highs.


**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- **Acquisition Update**: Cadence Bank secured regulatory approvals to close the First Chatham Bank acquisition by May 1, expanding presence in Georgia.
- **Financial Highlights**: Q1 GAAP net income of $130.9M ($0.70/share), adjusted net income of $131.4M ($0.71/share), ROA improved to 1.15%.
- **Balance Sheet Strength**: Net interest margin (NIM) rose 8bps to 3.46%, driven by BTFP payoff. Loan growth of 4% annualized, with strong pipelines in Georgia, Florida, and Texas.
- **Credit Quality**: Net charge-offs at 27bps annualized, stable with expectations. Tangible book value increased to $22.30/share, CET1 capital at 12.4%.

**【CFO Financial Details】**
- **Loan Growth**: Average loans up $482M, period-end loans +$310M (3.7% annualized). Mortgage, private banking, and community bank groups led growth.
- **Deposit Management**: Average deposits +$610M, CD renewals at lower rates (20bps below prior quarter). Noninterest-bearing deposits at 21% of total.
- **Expense Control**: Adjusted noninterest expense down $8M (3%), efficiency ratio improved 150bps to 57.6%. 
- **Credit Provision**: $20M provision, stable credit metrics (NCOs $23M, nonperforming loans down 11%).
- **Forward Guidance**: Maintain 2025 guidance ranges, with potential upside on balance sheet from First Chatham deal.

**【Q&A Key Themes】**
- **Loan Pipeline Resilience**: Despite April regulatory noise, pipelines remain solid, with CRE and equipment finance at multi-year highs.
- **Deposit Strategy**: Reduced brokered CDs ($200M QoQ decline), focusing on core customer retention. $3.5B time deposits maturing in Q2 offer repricing opportunities.
- **NIM Outlook**: Stable NIM expected, with loan yield compression (25-50bps) offset by deposit cost management.
- **M&A Appetite**: Open to strategic deals, prioritizing culture fit. Georgia acquisition on track to close with minimal 2025 impact.
- **CRE Momentum**: Merchant CRE pipelines robust, with 55-60% LTV on industrial and multifamily projects. Community bank CRE growth also strong.
- **Expense Management**: Q1 expense control ($8M reduction) sets tone for 4-6% annual growth, excluding one-time items.
- **Bond Portfolio**: Added $785M short-duration agency securities, funded by FHLB borrowings, to hedge balance sheet volatility.
- **Mortgage Outlook**: Refi pickup needs 50+bps rate drop; purchase market resilient in tight housing markets.


Cadence Bank (CADE)-22 Apr 25-2025 Q1 Earnings call transcript

- **Strategic Deal**: $600M First Chatham merger to expand Savannah presence, with 25% cost savings and 2-year earn-back on dilution.
- **2024 Performance**: 25% EPS growth, $1.2B loan growth, 58.4% efficiency ratio. Net interest margin +22bps to 3.30%.
- **2025 Outlook**: Revenue +5% to +8%, driven by net interest income. Loan growth guide conservative at low-mid single digits.
- **Credit Stability**: Allowance at 1.37%, charge-offs 24bps YoY. 2025 guide 20-30bps reflects cautious macro view.
- **Deposit Management**: $6B CD repricing in 2025 to support margin. Core deposit growth focus amid competitive CD specials.


**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Announced merger with First Chatham Bank, adding $600M in assets and enhancing market presence in Savannah, GA. Expected to close in Q3 2025 with 25% cost savings and 2-year earn-back on tangible book dilution.
- 2024 results: GAAP net income of $130.3M ($0.70 EPS) for Q4, $514.1M ($2.77 EPS) annually. Loan growth of $1.2B (4% YoY), core deposits up $2.2B (7% YoY). Net interest margin improved 22bps to 3.30%.
- Highlighted stable credit quality (net charge-offs 24bps YoY) and efficiency ratio improvement to 58.4% from 63.3%.

**【CFO Financial Details】**
- Q4 net interest margin 3.38% (7bps QoQ), driven by lower borrowings and excess cash. Loan yield 6.4% (-21bps QoQ), deposit cost 2.44% (-11bps QoQ). Noninterest revenue $86.2M, stable wealth management and mortgage production ($800M Q4).
- 2025 guidance: loans/core deposits low-mid single-digit growth, revenue +5% to +8%, expenses +4% to +6%. Net charge-offs 20-30bps.

**【Q&A Key Takeaways】**
- **Loan Growth**: 2025 guide assumes organic growth, with pipeline strength in C&I, CRE. 2024 production up 30% Q4 vs Q3, but macro uncertainty lingers.
- **Deposit Competition**: Brokered deposits added $1.5B in Q4, but core growth remains focus. CD repricing ($6B maturing >4% in 2025) and excess cash runoff to drive margin expansion.
- **Credit Outlook**: Allowance stable at 1.37%, classified loans down 20bps QoQ. 2025 charge-off guide conservative at 20-30bps, but team cautious on macro risks.
- **M&A Strategy**: Savannah deal signals return to M&A, with focus on accretive, small-scale opportunities within footprint.


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