HomeTrust Bancshares, Inc. Announces Financial Results for the Second Quarter of the Year Ending December 31, 2026 and Declaration of a Quarterly Dividend

ASHEVILLE, N.C., July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HomeTrust Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: HTB) ("Company"), the holding company of HomeTrust Bank ("Bank"), today announced preliminary net income for the second quarter of the year ending December 31, 2026 and approval of its quarterly cash dividend.

For the quarter ended June 30, 2026 compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2026:

• net income was $15.6 million compared to $16.8 million;

• diluted earnings per share ("EPS") were $0.94 compared to $0.99;

• annualized return on assets ("ROA") was 1.46% compared to 1.55%;

• annualized return on equity ("ROE") was 10.44% compared to 11.35%;

• net interest margin was 4.41% compared to 4.31%;

• provision for credit losses was $920,000 compared to $370,000;

• gain on the sale of real estate was $1.1 million compared to $377,000;

• loss on the redemption of junior subordinated debt securities was $1.1 million compared to $0;

• quarterly cash dividends increased $0.02 per share, or 15.4%, to $0.15 per share totaling $2.4 million compared to $0.13 per share totaling $2.2 million; and

• 153,606 shares of Company common stock were repurchased during the current quarter at an average price of $46.31 compared to 533,240 shares repurchased at an average price of $42.85 in the prior quarter.

For the six months ended June 30, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 30, 2025:

• net income was $32.4 million compared to $31.7 million;

• diluted EPS were $1.93 compared to $1.84;

• annualized ROA was 1.51% compared to 1.46%;

• annualized ROE was 10.89% compared to 11.26%;

• net interest margin was 4.36% compared to 4.25%;

• provision for credit losses was $1.3 million compared to $2.8 million;

• cash dividends were $0.28 per share totaling $4.6 million compared to $0.24 per share totaling $4.1 million; and

• 686,846 shares of Company common stock were repurchased at an average price of $43.62 compared to 93,212 shares of Company common stock repurchased at an average price of $35.41 in the same period last year.

The Company also announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share payable on August 27, 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 13, 2026.

"We are pleased to report the continuation of our strong quarterly financial results driven by the expansion of our top-quartile net interest margin," said Hunter Westbrook, President and Chief Executive Officer. "The quarter was highlighted by loan growth of 8.5% annualized, which increases to 14.6% after excluding portfolios we are intentionally reducing. This growth is consistent with our intention to accelerate loan growth, reflecting the strength of our franchise and dedication of our team.

"Shortly after quarter end we were excited to announce the launch of our new Healthcare Banking Division. This is another important strategic step in expanding our relationship-oriented approach to banking, while ensuring we continue to meet the needs of the communities we are proud to serve.

"We have has previously stated our goal is to be a consistently high-performing regional community bank and a regionally and nationally recognized 'Best Place to Work.' Reflecting our progress, for a third straight year the Company was included in Forbes' America's Best Banks for 2026 and for a second straight year was included in the 2026 KBW Bank Honor Roll, a distinction granted to only 6% of eligible banks based on best-in-class earnings growth over the past ten years. HTB was also recognized on American Banker's 'Best Banks to Work For' list for the second consecutive year and as a best place to work for multiple years in all five states we serve. These recognitions demonstrate continued progress toward our goal and our commitment to building on that momentum. We remain focused on executing our strategy to continue delivering sustainable results and long-term value for all stakeholders."

WEBSITE: WWW.HTB.COM

Comparison of Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2026 and March 31, 2026
Net Income. Net income totaled $15.6 million, or $0.94 per diluted share, for the three months ended June 30, 2026 compared to $16.8 million, or $0.99 per diluted share, for the three months ended March 31, 2026, a decrease of $1.2 million, or 6.8%. The results for the three months ended June 30, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2026 were negatively impacted by a $784,000 decrease in noninterest income and a $1.0 million increase in noninterest expense due to a $1.1 million loss resulting from the redemption of junior subordinated debt securities, partially offset by a $1.0 million increase in net interest income. Details of the changes in the various components of net income are further discussed below.

Net Interest Income. The following table presents the distribution of average assets, liabilities and equity, as well as interest income earned on average interest-earning assets and interest expense paid on average interest-bearing liabilities. All average balances are daily average balances. Nonaccruing loans have been included in the table as loans carrying a zero yield.

(1)  Average loans receivable balances include loans held for sale and nonaccruing loans.
(2)  Average other interest-earning assets consist of FRB stock, FHLB stock, SBIC investments and deposits in other banks.
(3)  Net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets.
(4)  Tax-equivalent results include adjustments to interest income of $458 and $435 for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and March 31, 2026, respectively, calculated based on a combined federal and state tax rate of 23%.

Total interest and dividend income for the three months ended June 30, 2026 decreased $324,000, or 0.5%, when compared to the three months ended March 31, 2026. A decline of $605,000 in accretion income was the primary driver of this change, partially offset by the impact of an additional day in the current quarter.

Total interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2026 decreased $1.3 million, or 7.6%, when compared to the three months ended March 31, 2026. A decline of $1.3 million, or 7.5%, in deposit interest expense drove this change, the result of a decline in both the average balance of and rate paid on certificate accounts, specifically brokered deposits.

The following table shows the effects that changes in average balances (volume), including differences in the number of days in the periods compared, and average interest rates (rate) had on the interest earned on interest-earning assets and interest paid on interest-bearing liabilities:

Provision for Credit Losses. The provision for credit losses is the amount of expense that, based on our judgment, is required to maintain the allowance for credit losses ("ACL") at an appropriate level under the current expected credit losses model.

The following table presents a breakdown of the components of the provision for credit losses:

For the quarter ended June 30, 2026, the "loans" portion of the provision for credit losses was primarily the result of the following, offset by net charge-offs of $1.8 million during the quarter:

• $0.2 million provision driven by changes in the loan mix.

• $0.4 million benefit due to changes in the projected economic forecast, specifically the national unemployment rate, and changes in qualitative adjustments.

• $0.6 million decrease in specific reserves on individually evaluated loans.

For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the "loans" portion of the provision for credit losses was primarily the result of the following, offset by net charge-offs of $1.8 million during the quarter:

• $0.5 million benefit driven by changes in the loan mix.

• $0.2 million provision due to changes in the projected economic forecast, specifically the national unemployment rate, and changes in qualitative adjustments.

• $0.6 million decrease in specific reserves on individually evaluated loans.

For the quarters ended June 30, 2026 and March 31, 2026, the amounts recorded for off-balance sheet credit exposure were the result of changes in the balance of loan commitments, loan mix, projected economic forecast and qualitative allocations as outlined above.

Noninterest Income. Noninterest income for the three months ended June 30, 2026 decreased $784,000, or 7.8%, when compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2026. Changes in the components of noninterest income are discussed below:

• Loan income and fees: The decrease was primarily the result of $251,000 less in prepayment penalties, partially offset by a $68,000 increase in other servicing fees.

• Gain on sale of loans held for sale: The decrease was primarily driven by a drop in the sales volume of HELOC loans originated for sale, partially offset by an increase in the sales volume of residential mortgage loans. There were $17.2 million of HELOCs originated for sale which were sold during the current quarter with gains of $93,000 compared to $103.0 million sold with gains of $934,000 in the prior quarter. There were $39.9 million of residential mortgage loans sold for gains of $481,000 during the current quarter compared to $23.3 million sold with gains of $431,000 in the prior quarter. There were $15.3 million in sales of the guaranteed portion of SBA commercial loans with gains of $1.3 million for the current quarter compared to $16.4 million sold and gains of $1.2 million for the prior quarter. Lastly, our hedging of mandatory commitments on the residential mortgage loan pipeline resulted in a net gain of $4,000 for the current quarter compared to $68,000 for the prior quarter.

• Operating lease income: The decrease was the result of a $402,000 increase in losses upon contract termination in addition to a $83,000 decrease in contract earnings.

• Gain on sale of premises and equipment: In both periods presented, gains were recognized on the sale of excess real estate.

• Other: The decrease was primarily driven by a $108,000 reduction in investment services income quarter-over-quarter.

Noninterest Expense. Noninterest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2026 increased $1.0 million, or 3.0%, when compared to the three months ended March 31, 2026. Changes in the components of noninterest expense are discussed below:

• Marketing and advertising: The increase was associated with the launch of online deposit account opening.

• Loss on redemption of junior subordinated debt securities: We previously established a fair value mark (discount) on the junior subordinated debt securities assumed through our merger with Quantum Capital Corp. and had been accreting the discount into interest expense. Associated with our redemption of the debt instruments in the current quarter, we wrote-off the remaining discount as an expense.

Income Taxes. The amount of income tax expense is influenced by the amount of pre-tax income, tax-exempt income, changes in the statutory rate and the effect of changes in valuation allowances maintained against deferred tax benefits. The effective tax rates for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and March 31, 2026 were 20.4% and 20.1%, respectively.

Comparison of Results of Operations for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and June 30, 2025
Net Income. Net income totaled $32.4 million, or $1.93 per diluted share, for the six months ended June 30, 2026 compared to $31.7 million, or $1.84 per diluted share, for the six months ended June 30, 2025, an increase of $653,000, or 2.1%. The results for the six months ended June 30, 2026 compared to the prior year were positively impacted by a $2.5 million increase in net interest income, a $1.6 million decrease in the provision for credit losses, and a $1.1 million increase in noninterest income, partially offset by a $4.7 million increase in noninterest expense. Details of the changes in the various components of net income are further discussed below.

Net Interest Income. The following table presents the distribution of average assets, liabilities and equity, as well as interest income earned on average interest-earning assets and interest expense paid on average interest-bearing liabilities. All average balances are daily average balances. Nonaccruing loans have been included in the table as loans carrying a zero yield.

(1)  Average loans receivable balances include loans held for sale and nonaccruing loans.
(2)  Average other interest-earning assets consist of FRB stock, FHLB stock, SBIC investments and deposits in other banks.
(3)  Net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets.
(4)  Tax-equivalent results include adjustments to interest income of $892 and $849 for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, calculated based on combined federal and state tax rates of 23% and 24% for the same periods, respectively.

Total interest and dividend income for the six months ended June 30, 2026 decreased $4.6 million, or 3.6%, when compared to the six months ended June 30, 2025. A decline of $3.8 million, or 3.2%, in interest income drove this change, primarily due to the impact of decreases in the federal funds rate upon loan yields. Accretion income on acquired loans of $1.1 million and $1.3 million was recognized during the same periods, respectively, and was included in loan interest income.

Total interest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2026 decreased $7.1 million, or 17.6%, when compared to the six months ended June 30, 2025. A decline of $6.8 million, or 17.3%, in deposit interest expense drove this change, the result of a decline in the average balance of certificate accounts, specifically brokered deposits, in addition to a decline in the average cost of funds across funding categories.

The following table shows the effects that changes in average balances (volume), including differences in the number of days in the periods compared, and average interest rates (rate) had on the interest earned on interest-earning assets and interest paid on interest-bearing liabilities:

Provision for Credit Losses. The following table presents a breakdown of the components of the provision for credit losses:

For the six months ended June 30, 2026, the "loans" portion of the provision for credit losses was the result of the following, offset by net charge-offs of $3.7 million during the period:

• $0.2 million benefit driven by changes in the loan mix.

• $0.3 million benefit due to changes in the projected economic forecast, specifically the national unemployment rate, and changes in qualitative adjustments.

• $1.2 million decrease in specific reserves on individually evaluated credits.

For the six months June 30, 2025, the "loans" portion of the provision for credit losses was the result of the following, offset by net charge-offs of $3.3 million during the period:

• $0.9 million benefit driven by changes in the loan mix.

• $1.6 million benefit due to changes in qualitative adjustments, partially offset by a slight worsening of the projected economic forecast, specifically the national unemployment rate. Of note, we released the $2.2 million qualitative allocation previously established for the potential impact of Hurricane Helene upon our loan portfolio which had been established in the quarter ended September 30, 2024.

• $1.4 million increase in specific reserves on individually evaluated loans.

For the six months ended June 30, 2026 and June 30, 2025, the amounts recorded for off-balance sheet credit exposure were the result of changes in the balance of loan commitments, loan mix, projected economic forecast and qualitative allocations as outlined above.

Noninterest Income. Noninterest income for the six months ended June 30, 2026 increased $1.1 million, or 6.0%, when compared to the same period last year. Changes in the components of noninterest income are discussed below:

• Gain on sale of loans held for sale: The increase was primarily driven by an increase in the sales volume of the guaranteed portion of SBA commercial loans, partially offset by a reduction in the sales volume of HELOC loans. During the six months ended June 30, 2026, there were $31.7 million of sales of the guaranteed portion of SBA commercial loans with gains of $2.5 million compared to $11.9 million sold with gains of $936,000 for the corresponding period in the prior year. There were $63.2 million of residential mortgage loans sold during the current period for gains of $912,000 compared to $49.1 million sold with gains of $1.0 million for the corresponding period in the prior year. There were $120.2 million of HELOCs originated for sale which were sold during the current period with gains of $1.0 million compared to $198.2 million sold with gains of $2.0 million for the corresponding period in the prior year. Lastly, our hedging of mandatory commitments on the residential mortgage loan pipeline resulted in a net gain of $72,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2026 compared to $40,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025.

• Gain on sale of branches: During the prior year we completed the sale of our two Knoxville, Tennessee branches, recognizing a gain of $1.4 million, with no similar activity occurring in the current year.

• Gain on sale of premises and equipment: In both periods presented, gains were recognized on the sale of excess parcels of real estate.

Noninterest Expense. Noninterest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2026 increased $4.7 million, or 7.6%, when compared to the same period last year. Changes in the components of noninterest expense are discussed below:

• Salaries and employee benefits: The increase was primarily the result of increases in both pay and incentive compensation.

• Computer services: The increase year-over-year reflects the Company's further investment in both our internal- and external-facing technological capabilities.

• Operating lease depreciation expense: The decrease was due to a decline in the population of operating lease contracts (assets being depreciated) year-over-year.

• Core deposit intangible amortization: The intangible recorded associated with the Quantum merger is being amortized on an accelerated basis, so the rate of amortization slowed year-over-year.

• Loss on redemption of junior subordinated debt securities: See explanation in the "Comparison of Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2026 and March 31, 2026 – Noninterest Expense" section above.

Income Taxes. The amount of income tax expense is influenced by the amount of pre-tax income, tax-exempt income, changes in the statutory rate and the effect of changes in valuation allowances maintained against deferred tax benefits. The effective tax rates for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025 were 20.3% and 21.1%, respectively.

Balance Sheet Review
Total assets decreased by $105.4 million to $4.4 billion and total liabilities decreased by $105.3 million to $3.8 billion at June 30, 2026 as compared to December 31, 2025. These changes can be traced to the use of existing liquidity and the proceeds from loan sales to offset a $103.2 million decline in deposits. The decrease in deposits was the result of a $134.6 million reduction in brokered deposits, partially offset by an increase of $31.5 million in all other deposit categories.

Stockholders' equity decreased $90,000, to $600.6 million at June 30, 2026 as compared to December 31, 2025. Activity within stockholders' equity included $32.4 million in net income and $4.0 million in share-based compensation and stock option exercises, partially offset by $4.6 million in cash dividends declared and $30.2 million in stock repurchases. In addition, accumulated other comprehensive income declined by $1.0 million due to an increase in the unrealized loss on available for sale securities due to higher market interest rates.

As of June 30, 2026, the Bank was considered "well capitalized" in accordance with its regulatory capital guidelines and exceeded all regulatory capital requirements.

Asset Quality
The ACL on loans was $39.8 million, or 1.10% of total loans, at June 30, 2026 compared to $41.5 million, or 1.16% of total loans, at December 31, 2025. The drivers of this change are discussed in the "Comparison of Results of Operations for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and June 30, 2025 – Provision for Credit Losses" section above.

Net loan charge-offs totaled $3.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026 compared to $3.3 million for the same period last year. Net charge-offs were concentrated within our equipment finance portfolio, primarily related to over-the-road truck loans, where we recognized net charge-offs of $2.4 million and $2.1 million for the same periods, respectively. Annualized net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans were 0.19% for the six months ended June 30, 2026 as compared to 0.18% for the six months ended June 30, 2025.

The following table sets forth the composition of nonperforming assets, made up of nonaccrual loans and repossessed assets, across our asset categories.