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First National Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2021 Financial Results

STRASBURG, Va., Jan. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First National Corporation (the “Company” or “First National”) (NASDAQ: FXNC), the bank holding company of First Bank (the “Bank”), reported unaudited consolidated net income of $2.2 million, or $0.35 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2021, which included $1.3 million of merger expenses and provision […]

Wealthify Creates Richer Customer Interactions with Talkdesk Contact Centre Solution

Award-winning UK online investment service leverages advanced call capabilities and performance monitoring to boost customer experience LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#contactcentre—Talkdesk®, Inc., a global cloud contact centre leader for customer-obsessed companies, has been selected by digital investment service Wealthify to provide a cloud contact centre solution that will enable customers to engage more quickly and easily with the […]

SimplePin’s Digital Payment Platform Selected by Coastal Community Insurance Services

Featured Image for SimplePin Featured Image for SimplePin PALM BEACH, Fla., Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (“SimplePin”), a leading cloud-based digital payments infrastructure provider for the insurance industry has been selected by Coastal Community Insurance Services (2007) Ltd. (CCIS) to automate payment process and improve customer experience. CCIS, an affiliate of Coastal Community Credit […]

RBAZ Bancorp, Inc. Announces Unaudited Financial Results For the Quarter Ending December 31, 2021

Exceptional 2021 Performance Exceeds Strategic Goals PHOENIX, Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — RBAZ Bancorp, Inc. (OTCBB:RBAZ) (the “Company”), parent company of Republic Bank of Arizona (the “Bank” or “RBAZ”), announced a consolidated net income of $373,000, or $0.21 per share, for the quarter ended December 31, 2021 and $1,918,000, or $1.06 per share, for […]

Pacific Financial Corp Earns $2.1 Million, or $0.20 per Diluted Share, for Fourth Quarter of 2021; Earnings were $12.7 Million, or $1.22 per Diluted Share, for the Full Year 2021

Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.13 per Share ABERDEEN, Wash., Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pacific Financial Corporation (OTCQX: PFLC), (“Pacific Financial”) or the (“Company”), the holding company for Bank of the Pacific (the “Bank”), today reported net income of $2.1 million, or $0.20 per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2021, compared […]

MDT Broadens Digital Offerings, Deepens Relationships with Credit Unions in 2021

CUSO concludes successful year with internal and external growth, industry recognition FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Member Driven Technologies (MDT), a CUSO that hosts the Episys® core processing system from Symitar® to provide a private cloud alternative for core processing and IT needs, today announced highlights from last year, including notable client successes, digitally-focused partnerships and offerings, […]

Provident Financial Services, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Earnings, Declaration of Quarterly Cash Dividend and Annual Meeting Date

ISELIN, N.J., Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Provident Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE:PFS) (the “Company”) reported net income of $37.3 million, or $0.49 per basic and diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2021, compared to net income of $40.6 million, or $0.53 per basic and diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, […]

Provident Financial Services, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Earnings, Declaration of Quarterly Cash Dividend and Annual Meeting Date

ISELIN, N.J., Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Provident Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE:PFS) (the “Company”) reported net income of $37.3 million, or $0.49 per basic and diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2021, compared to net income of $40.6 million, or $0.53 per basic and diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, […]

Global Self-Checkout Systems Market Report 2021-2026: Digital Transformation of Retail Sector – An Opportunity for Self-Checkout Systems Market

Dublin, Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Self-Checkout Systems – Global Market Trajectory & Analytics” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Global Self-Checkout Systems Market to Reach US$5.9 Billion by the Year 2026 Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Self-Checkout Systems estimated at US$3.1 Billion in the year 2020, is projected […]

Global AI in Fintech Market Analysis and Growth Forecast Report 2021: Market is Projected to Increase to $46.88 Billion by 2030 from $7.70 Million in 2020, at a 19.8% CAGR between 2020-2030

Dublin, Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “AI in Fintech Market Research Report – Global Industry Analysis and Growth Forecast to 2030” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global AI in fintech market size is projected to increase to $46,881.9 million by 2030 from $7,702.7 million in 2020, at a 19.8% CAGR […]

MIC Global Receives ‘In-Principle’ Approval to Establish Syndicate 5183

LONDON, Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MIC Global has received ‘in-principle’ approval from Lloyd’s for the creation of MIC Global Insurance Syndicate in a box (Syndicate) MIC 5183. MIC Global is a pioneering insurtech providing end-to-end digital micro insurance products. The new syndicate will be managed by Asta, the leading third-party managing agent at […]

SocialGood App Gains Over 1.6 Million Users Worldwide With Patented Crypto Rewards System

Shop online and earn back in Crypto. Earn up to 100% Crypto Back for online purchases with the SocialGood App. SocialGood App Users Graph The total number of SocialGood App users increased to 1.6 million in Jan. 2022. TOKYO, Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Just by shopping online, users gain assets with Crypto Back […]

Indian Consumers Prioritize Protection Over Convenience McAfee India 2022 Trends Survey

Individuals and families feel more exposed and ill-equipped to secure their digital lives India trends to watch in 2022: While life online is loaded with conveniences, they’re not enough. People want to be secure. Consumers want a protected connection, even if it costs them. Gamers will take a pass on so-called “free” videogames. AI monitoring […]

Flushing Financial Corporation Reports 4Q21 GAAP EPS of $0.58 and Core EPS of $0.67

Record GAAP and Core EPS for 2021 John R. Buran, President and CEO Commentary UNIONDALE, N.Y., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Company reported fourth quarter 2021 GAAP EPS of $0.58, up 427% YoY, ROAA of 0.89%, and ROAE of 10.77%. For the fourth quarter, Core EPS of $0.67 increased, 16% YoY with ROAA […]

Flushing Financial Corporation Reports 4Q21 GAAP EPS of $0.58 and Core EPS of $0.67

Record GAAP and Core EPS for 2021 John R. Buran, President and CEO Commentary UNIONDALE, N.Y., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Company reported fourth quarter 2021 GAAP EPS of $0.58, up 427% YoY, ROAA of 0.89%, and ROAE of 10.77%. For the fourth quarter, Core EPS of $0.67 increased, 16% YoY with ROAA […]

Heritage Commerce Corp Earns a Record $14.0 Million for the Fourth Quarter of 2021, and a Record $47.7 Million for 2021

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Heritage Commerce Corp (Nasdaq: HTBK), the holding company (the “Company”) for Heritage Bank of Commerce (the “Bank”), today announced fourth quarter 2021 net income of $14.0 million, or $0.23 per average diluted common share, compared to $11.6 million, or $0.19 per average diluted common share, for […]

Heritage Commerce Corp Earns a Record $14.0 Million for the Fourth Quarter of 2021, and a Record $47.7 Million for 2021

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Heritage Commerce Corp (Nasdaq: HTBK), the holding company (the “Company”) for Heritage Bank of Commerce (the “Bank”), today announced fourth quarter 2021 net income of $14.0 million, or $0.23 per average diluted common share, compared to $11.6 million, or $0.19 per average diluted common share, for […]

HOME FEDERAL BANCORP, INC. OF LOUISIANA REPORTS RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2021

Shreveport, LA, Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. of Louisiana (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: HFBL), the holding company of Home Federal Bank, reported net income for the three months ended December 31, 2021 of $1.2 million compared to net income of $1.4 million reported for the three months ended December 31, 2020. […]

HOME FEDERAL BANCORP, INC. OF LOUISIANA REPORTS RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2021

Shreveport, LA, Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. of Louisiana (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: HFBL), the holding company of Home Federal Bank, reported net income for the three months ended December 31, 2021 of $1.2 million compared to net income of $1.4 million reported for the three months ended December 31, 2020. […]

Simmons First National Corporation Declares $0.19 Per Share Dividend

113 consecutive years of returning capital to its shareholders through cash dividends PINE BLUFF, Ark., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) (“Simmons” or “Company”) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s Class A common stock of $0.19 per share, which […]

Kearny Financial Corp. Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2022 Results and Declaration of Cash Dividend

FAIRFIELD, N.J., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kearny Financial Corp. (NASDAQ GS: KRNY) (the “Company”), the holding company of Kearny Bank (the “Bank”), reported net income for the quarter ended December 31, 2021 of $18.8 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, compared to $19.7 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, for the quarter ended […]

Kearny Financial Corp. Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2022 Results and Declaration of Cash Dividend

FAIRFIELD, N.J., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kearny Financial Corp. (NASDAQ GS: KRNY) (the “Company”), the holding company of Kearny Bank (the “Bank”), reported net income for the quarter ended December 31, 2021 of $18.8 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, compared to $19.7 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, for the quarter ended […]

Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2021

WAUWATOSA, Wis., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $12.6 million, or $0.53 per diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2021 compared to $27.8 million, or $1.17 per diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2020. Net income per […]

Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2021

WAUWATOSA, Wis., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $12.6 million, or $0.53 per diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2021 compared to $27.8 million, or $1.17 per diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2020. Net income per […]

Seacoast Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results

Full Year Net Income of $124.4 Million, Increasing 60% Year-over-Year Strong Growth in Loan Outstandings and Record Loan Pipelines Highlight Q4 Results STUART, Fla., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida (“Seacoast” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SBCF) today reported net income in the fourth quarter of 2021 of $36.3 million, or […]

Seacoast Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results

Full Year Net Income of $124.4 Million, Increasing 60% Year-over-Year Strong Growth in Loan Outstandings and Record Loan Pipelines Highlight Q4 Results STUART, Fla., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida (“Seacoast” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SBCF) today reported net income in the fourth quarter of 2021 of $36.3 million, or […]

MCX Technologies Announces the Appointment of 2 New Directors to the Board of Directors

BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via InvestorWire – MCX Technologies Corporation (TSXV: MCX, OTC: MCCX) (“MCX Technologies” or the “Company”) announces the appointment of Mr. Shone Anstey and Ms. Susan Olson as independent directors to its board of directors, effective immediately. Mr. Shone Anstey is the CEO and Founder of LQwD FinTech […]

Federal Reserve Announces FedNowSM Service Pricing Approach, Credit Transfer Limit

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#FedNow–The Federal Reserve today announced the anticipated pricing approach for its FedNow Service for instant payments. “We are providing broad information about our pricing approach well in advance of our 2023 launch to support financial institutions and their service providers as they plan for implementation of the FedNow Service,” said Ken Montgomery, Federal Reserve […]

IQST – iQSTEL On Track And Gaining Momentum Toward Nasdaq Uplisting

New York, NY, Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iQSTEL, Inc. (OTCQX: IQST) today released an update from the CEO, Leandro Iglesias in an ongoing series of updates narrating the company’s progress toward its planned up-list on to Nasdaq in the first half of 2022.  The CEO’s letter to shareholders is included in its entirety […]

Trustmark National Bank and Agility Bank (in organization) Enter Strategic Collaboration Agreement

HOUSTON & JACKSON, Miss.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Trustmark National Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Trustmark Corporation (NASDAQGS:TRMK) and Agility Bank (in organization) are pleased to announce that the companies have entered a strategic collaboration agreement to highlight the strengths and deepen the community commitment of both banks as part of the Project REACh Initiative with the Office of […]

Red River Bank Opens Newest Banking Center in Lafayette, Louisiana

ALEXANDRIA, La., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Red River Bank opened its newest full-service banking center on January 26, 2022, at 1911 West Pinhook Road, Lafayette, Louisiana. This is Red River Bank’s first banking center in the Acadiana market and its 27th banking center in Louisiana. Red River Bank Acadiana Market President Ben Smith […]

LeaseQuery Reports Tremendous Growth in 2021

ATL-based LeaseQuery expanded product offerings, resources, client roster exponentially in the past year ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LeaseQuery, a leading provider of software built to simplify the complexities of accounting, today announced that it surpassed 2,000 customers in 2021, seeing 50% customer growth amid other key growth areas in last year. LeaseQuery’s momentum throughout 2021 is attributed to […]

Transcend Introduces First Actionable Data Mapping Product Along With Privacy Compliance Survey Data

Nearly 2 out of 3 surveyed are seeing an uptick in Data Subject Requests, while more than 70% are only moderately confident they’re in full compliance SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Transcend, the one-stop platform that makes it easy to encode privacy across a company’s tech stack, today announced the results of its latest survey of decision makers […]

Quadrant Knowledge Solutions Recognizes Majesco as a Technology Leader in Their SPARK Matrix™: P&C Core Insurance Platform, 2021

MORRISTOWN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Majesco, a global leader of cloud insurance software solutions for insurance business transformation, today announced that it has been recognized as a Technology Leader in Quadrant Knowledge Solutions “SPARK Matrix™: P&C Core Insurance Platform, 2021”. The report, which includes 12 solution providers states, “Quadrant Knowledge Solutions’ P&C Core Insurance (PAS- P&C) market research […]

Elevate Credit and Central Pacific Bank to Collaborate on New Fintech Company “Swell”

FORT WORTH, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Elevate Credit, Inc. (NYSE: ELVT) (“Elevate” or “Company”), a leading tech-enabled provider of innovative and responsible online credit solutions for consumers, today announced that it is working with Central Pacific Financial Corp. (NYSE: CPF), parent company of Central Pacific Bank (the “Bank”), as the Bank seeks to expand its presence beyond Hawaii […]

Fiserv Named to 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

BROOKFIELD, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV), a leading global provider of financial services technology solutions, has been named to the 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI), marking the sixth consecutive year that Fiserv has been recognized for its efforts to build and maintain an inclusive and equitable working environment. Companies across 45 countries and regions were […]

Intuit QuickBooks Gives Small Businesses and Their Employees Faster Access to Money With Two New Fintech Solutions

QuickBooks Get Paid Upfront Allows Eligible Small Businesses to Access up to $30,000 in Unpaid Invoice Funds; QuickBooks Early Pay Provides Small Business Employees Access to Money Before Payday MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Intuit QuickBooks today announced two new products that provide small businesses and their employees with faster access to their money in an effort […]

Truxton Corporation Announces Increased Quarterly Cash Dividend, Special Cash Dividend, and $5 Million Repurchase Authorization

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Truxton Corporation (OTCPK: TRUX), a financial holding company and the parent of Truxton Trust Company, announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per common share payable March 25, 2022, to shareholders of record as of March 9, 2022. Today’s dividend […]