HILLS BANCORPORATION reported first-quarter 2026 results with higher revenue and earnings versus the prior-year quarter, driven by stronger net interest income, improved loan yields and gains on loan sales.
Financial Highlights
- Revenue: Net interest income of $41.79M for 1Q 2026, up $7.63M (22.3%) versus 1Q 2025.
- Net income: $21.94M for 1Q 2026, versus $14.43M in 1Q 2025 (52.0%).
- Diluted EPS: $2.50 for 1Q 2026, versus $1.61 in 1Q 2025 (55.3%).
Business Highlights
- Net income growth was driven by $7.6M higher net interest income and improved loan yields.
- Increased secondary market mortgage sales contributed—net gain on loan sales rose 111%—along with growth in VISA-related fees.
- Management noted stable loan demand across its eastern Iowa markets and expressed cautious optimism on credit trends.
- Operational investments included expanded staffing, a technology refresh and marketing initiatives to boost capacity and customer acquisition.
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