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Stock Yards Bancorp (SYBT) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.31 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.17 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.15 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +11.97%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this holding company for Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co. would post earnings of $1.17 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.24, delivering a surprise of +5.98%. Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times. Stock Yards, which belongs to the Zacks Banks - Southeast industry, posted revenues of $114.67 million for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.03%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $97.91 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call. Stock Yards shares have added about 31.5% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 8.5%. While Stock Yards has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock? There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions. Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Stock Yards was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $1.28 on $117.53 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $5.00 on $450.7 million in revenues for the current fiscal year. Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Banks - Southeast is currently in the top 21% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1. Fidus Investment (FDUS), another stock in the broader Zacks Finance sector, has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026. This closed-end investment company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.50 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -12.3%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. Fidus Investment's revenues are expected to be $42.47 million, up 6.3% from the year-ago quarter. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (SYBT) : Free Stock Analysis Report Fidus Investment Corporation (FDUS) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research

Second Quarter Highlighted by the Completed Acquisition of Field & Main Bancorp Along with Margin Expansion and Record Non-Interest Income LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: SYBT), parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, with offices throughout the state of Kentucky, as well as the Indianapolis, Indiana and Cincinnati, Ohio metropolitan markets, today reported record earnings of $40.1 million, or $1.31 per diluted share, for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. This compares to net income of $36.6 million, or $1.24 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, and $34.0 million, or $1.15 per diluted share, for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Net interest margin expansion, strong credit quality metrics and record levels of non-interest income, driven in large part by wealth management & trust (WM&T) income, card income, deposit service charges and treasury management fees, all contributed to record second quarter 2026 operating results. “Our second quarter results marked a new earnings record for Stock Yards, driven by strength across both net interest income and non-interest income,” commented James A. (Ja) Hillebrand, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Net interest income came in stronger than anticipated, supported by net interest margin expansion. Organic loan growth was modest, primarily reflecting a significant volume of payoffs as opposed to softening demand, including several property sales and loans transitioning to the permanent market. This activity reflects a backlog that had built up given the interest rate environment that we have discussed in prior quarters. Importantly, our loan production remained on target and our loan pipeline remains steady heading into the second half of the year. Our non-interest income categories were equally strong performers in the second quarter, with WM&T revenue and treasury management fees reaching new highs in addition to card income and deposit service charges each posting solid gains, reinforcing non-interest income as a critical part of our overall results. “A highlight of the quarter was the May 1st completion of the Field & Main Bancorp acquisition (“Field & Main”), which added over $800 million in both bank assets and WM&T AUM,” Hillebrand continued. “The acquisition is already positively impacting our operating results by increasing our scale and reach in Western Kentucky—one of the most attractive and economically vibrant regions in the state. This merger provided us with an immediately scalable presence in this region, and Field & Main’s community-first, relationship-driven culture aligns closely with Stock Yards’ longstanding focus on disciplined growth, profitability, and high-touch customer service. We are now well positioned to strengthen our presence in this new market, enhance operating leverage, and deliver expanded capabilities to customers across Western Kentucky and adjacent markets.” As of June 30, 2026, Stock Yards had $10.37 billion in assets, $7.88 billion in loans and $8.49 billion in total deposits. The Company’s combined enterprise, which encompasses 81 branch offices across three contiguous states, will continue to benefit from a diversified geographic and economic footprint, including the six locations added through the Field & Main acquisition and continued organic expansion. Key factors contributing to the second quarter of 2026 included: Total loans increased $1.03 billion, or 15%, over the last 12 months, while growing $657 million, or 9%, on the linked quarter. As of June 30, 2026, the Field & Main loan portfolio totaled approximately $633 million. Excluding the Field & Main portfolio, organic growth totaled $400 million, or 6%, over the past 12 months, with the CRE and C&I segments being the primary drivers of the increase. The yield earned on total loans ended at 6.16% for the second quarter of 2026, up 3 basis points compared to the second quarter of the prior year despite interest rate reductions implemented by the FRB in the latter part of 2025. Deposit balances increased to $979 million, or 13%, over the last 12 months. As of period end, the Field & Main deposit portfolio totaled $765 million, including $136 million of non-interest bearing deposits. Excluding the Field & Main deposit portfolio, total deposits grew $214 million, or 3%, concentrated primarily within the interest-bearing deposit portfolio. On the linked quarter, total deposits increased $729 million, or 9%. Excluding the impact of the Field & Main portfolio, total deposits contracted $36 million on the linked quarter, driven by declines in the more expensive time deposit and money market portfolios. Net interest income increased $14.4 million, or 20%, for the second quarter of 2026 compared to the second quarter a year ago. Net interest margin expanded 31 basis points to 3.84% for the second quarter of 2026 compared to the second quarter of the prior year, driven by substantial average loan balance growth, lower deposit costs, a more efficient balance sheet and the impact of the Field & Main merger. On the linked quarter, net interest income increased $9.4 million, or 12%, and net interest margin expanded by 19 basis points, driven primarily by improved loan yields, lower interest-bearing deposit costs and a more efficient balance sheet. Higher loan yields were attributed to the continued favorable repricing of the legacy portfolio in addition to adding the higher-yielding Field & Main portfolio, while deposit costs declined as a result of strategically lowering deposit rates in tandem with the FRB’s rate reductions over the last 12 months. Margin expansion accelerated during the quarter in part due to a better funding mix. Looking ahead, margin appears to be near a peak, as favorable fixed rate loan repricing may be offset by higher funding costs going forward. No provision for credit losses on loans(1) was recorded for the second quarter of 2026, compared to $2.2 million for the prior year quarter, due to muted organic loan growth for the quarter, strong credit quality metrics and an improved unemployment forecast during the quarter. Non-interest income increased $2.4 million, or 10%, over the second quarter of 2025, and increased $2.2 million, or 9%, on the linked quarter as a result of organic growth and acquisition-related activity. Total non-interest expenses increased $11.1 million, or 21%, for the second quarter of 2026 compared to the second quarter of 2025, and increased $8.6 million, or 16%, on the linked quarter. Activity related to the Field & Main merger totaled $5.8 million during the second quarter of 2026, $3.5 million of which relates to regular operating expenses and $2.3 million relates to one-time merger-related expenses. Remaining merger-related expenses, primarily related to systems conversion, are expected to be incurred in the third and fourth quarters of 2026. Tangible common equity per share(3) was $31.39 on June 30, 2026, compared to $30.41 on March 31, 2026, and $27.01 on June 30, 2025. Hillebrand concluded, “In May 2026, we were honored to once again be named a recipient of the 2025 Raymond James Community Bankers Cup, which recognizes the top 10% of community banks nationwide based on measures such as profitability, operational efficiency, and balance sheet strength. This award drew from a pool of all U.S.-based, exchange-traded banks with assets between $500 million and $10 billion as of December 31, 2025. This milestone reflects both the strength of our Company’s performance and our ongoing dedication to providing outstanding service to the communities we are honored to support.” Stock Yards Bancorp has been awarded the Raymond James Community Bankers Cup a total of 11 times, including each of the past four consecutive years. Results of Operations – Second Quarter 2026, Compared with Second Quarter 2025 Net interest income, the Company’s largest source of revenue, increased by $14.4 million, or 20%, to $87.8 million. Significant average earning asset balance growth led to strong net interest income expansion. Net interest income attributed to the Field & Main merger totaled $5.5 million, representing two months of activity. Total interest income increased by $13.3 million, or 12%, to $128 million, including $8.4 million of interest income attributed to the Field & Main acquisition. Total interest expense decreased $1.0 million, or 3%, to $40.5 million despite recording interest expense totaling $2.9 million in relation to the Field & Main merger. The Company recorded no provision for credit losses on loans(1) for the second quarter of 2026, compared to $2.2 million in provision for credit losses on loans for the second quarter of 2025. The lower expense compared to the second quarter of 2025 reflected strong credit metrics, CECL model updates and muted loan growth. No expense for off balance sheet exposures was recorded for the second quarter of 2026 compared to a credit for off balance sheet exposures of $75,000 recorded in the second quarter of 2025, as line of credit utilization improved and related availability declined. Non-interest income increased $2.4 million, or 10%, to $26.7 million compared to the second quarter of 2025. Non-interest income attributed to the Field & Main transaction totaled $1.3 million for the second quarter of 2026, representing two months of activity. WM&T income ended the second quarter of 2026 at a record $12.6 million, an increase of $2.1 million, or 20%, over the second quarter of 2025. WM&T revenue attributed to the Field & Main transaction totaled $789,000 for the second quarter of 2026. Excluding the impact of the Field & Main merger, legacy WM&T revenue still reached a new record, ending at $11.8 million for the second quarter of 2026, aided by market appreciation and customer base expansion. Treasury management fees increased $170,000, or 6%, to a record $3.2 million. New product sales and broad fee increases that were implemented in the prior year contributed to the increase. Activity related to Field & Main was minimal, totaling $22,000. Card income increased $307,000, or 6%, over the second quarter of 2025, with activity attributed to the Field & Main transaction totaling $252,000. Brokerage income grew $94,000, or 10%, compared to the second quarter of the prior year. Other non-interest income, which primarily includes swap fees, letter of credit fees and OREO activity, decreased $520,000 compared to the second quarter of 2025, as the prior year period benefitted from significant swap fee activity. Non-interest expenses increased by $11.1 million, or 21%, to $63.8 million, compared to the second quarter of 2025. Non-interest expenses related to the Field & Main merger totaled $5.8 million for the second quarter of 2026, $3.5 million of which represents two months of regular operating expenses and $2.3 million represents one-time merger-related charges. Compensation expense increased $3.7 million, or 13%, compared to the second quarter of 2025, driven primarily by growth in full-time equivalent employees (FTEs), including the impact of the Field & Main acquisition and a focus on sales team expansion, higher bonus accrual levels and annual merit-based salary increases. Approximately 100 employees joined the Company as part of the Field & Main merger. Technology and communication expense increased $1.6 million, or 35%, compared to the second quarter of 2025, attributed to several planned investments, including the development of advanced data analytics capabilities in addition to the impact of the Field & Main acquisition. Net occupancy and equipment expenses increased $720,000, or 18%, over the second quarter of 2025, consistent with the impact of the Field & Main acquisition, which added six full-service locations, and organic branch network expansion over the last 12 months in addition to higher rent and depreciation expense. Marketing and business development expense increased $286,000, or 15%, compared to the second quarter of 2025, attributed to higher customer entertainment spending in addition to the impact of the Field & Main acquisition. Intangible asset amortization expense increased $631,000, or 69%, which was entirely the result of the core deposit and customer list intangible assets recorded as a result of the Field & Main acquisition. Other non-interest expenses increased $346,000, or 14%, compared to the second quarter of 2025, driven mainly by costs associated with growth in the ICS deposit product and the impact of the Field & Main acquisition in addition to other miscellaneous expenses. The Company recorded income tax expense of $10.7 million for the second quarter of 2026, with an effective tax rate of 21.1%. This compared to income tax expense of $8.9 million in the second quarter of 2025, with an effective tax rate of 20.8%. Financial Condition – June 30, 2026, Compared with June 30, 2025 Total assets increased $1.16 billion, or 13%, year over year to $10.37 billion. Total loans increased $1.03 billion, or 15%, to $7.88 billion, with growth well-spread across segments and markets. As of June 30, 2026, the Field & Main loan portfolio totaled approximately $633 million. Excluding the Field & Main portfolio, organic growth totaled $400 million, or 6%, with the CRE and C&I segments being the primary drivers of the increase. Total line of credit usage ended at 50% as of June 30, 2026, compared to 48% as of June 30, 2025. C&I line of credit usage remained unchanged at 37% as of period end, compared to June 30, 2025. Total investment securities decreased $370 million, or 30%, year over year, driven by the maturity of short-term Treasury Bills that had previously been utilized for seasonal collateral pledging purposes that were not reinvested, providing liquidity and funding for continued loan growth consistent with current balance sheet management strategies. At acquisition date, Field & Main added approximately $56 million of investment securities (stated at market value), which consisted predominantly of tax-free municipals. The Company immediately sold the majority of the acquired portfolio, and less than $1 million of the acquired investment securities portfolio remained on the balance sheet as of quarter-end. Total deposits increased $979 million, or 13%, over the past 12 months. As of period end, the Field & Main deposit portfolio totaled $765 million, including $136 million of non-interest bearing deposits. Excluding the Field & Main portfolio, total deposits grew $214 million, or 3%, concentrated primarily within the interest-bearing demand deposit portfolio. Non-performing loans totaled $24.4 million, or 0.31% of total loans outstanding on June 30, 2026, compared to $18.0 million, or 0.26% of total loans outstanding on June 30, 2025. The ratio of allowance for credit losses to loans ended at 1.38% on June 30, 2026, compared to 1.32% on June 30, 2025, the increase over the prior year being attributed to the allowance recorded in relation to the loan portfolio acquired from Field & Main. As of June 30, 2026, the Company continued to be “well-capitalized,” the highest regulatory capital rating for financial institutions, with all capital ratios experiencing meaningful growth. Total equity to assets(3) was 12.02% and the tangible common equity ratio(3) was 9.66% on June 30, 2026, compared to 10.92% and 8.86% on June 30, 2025, respectively. Further, tangible book value per share increased to $31.39 at June 30, 2026, from $27.06 at June 30, 2025, representing an increase of 16% over the prior year. In May 2026, the board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.32 per common share. The dividend was paid July 1, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2026. Results of Operations – Second Quarter 2026, Compared with First Quarter 2026Net interest margin expanded 19 basis points on the linked quarter to 3.84%, driven largely by improved loan yields, lower deposit costs and a more efficient balance sheet in addition to the impact of the Field & Main acquisition. Higher loan yields were attributed to the continued favorable repricing of the legacy portfolio as well as the addition of the higher-yielding Field & Main loan portfolio. Net interest income increased $9.4 million, or 12%, over the prior quarter. Net interest income attributed to the Field & Main transaction, which represents two month’s worth of activity, totaled $5.5 million Total interest income increased $10.7 million, or 9%. Total interest expense increased $1.3 million, or 3%. During the second quarter of 2026, the Company recorded no provision for credit losses on loans(1) and no provision expense for off balance sheet exposures. During the first quarter of 2026, the Company recorded $1.6 million in provision for credit losses on loans and no provision expense for off balance sheet exposures. Non-interest income increased $2.2 million, or 9%, on the linked quarter, to $26.7 million. The second quarter of 2026 includes $1.3 million in activity related to the Field & Main merger, representing two months of activity. Excluding this activity, non-interest income for the quarter increased $864,000, or 4%, and was driven largely by organic growth from WM&T, treasury management fees and card income in addition to market appreciation within the COLI portfolio. Non-interest expenses increased $8.6 million, or 16% on the linked quarter to $63.8 million. Activity related to the Field & Main merger totaled $5.8 million, with $3.5 of this total comprised of normal, recurring expenses and represents two months of activity, while $2.3 million of the total represents one-time merger related expenses. The bulk of such expenses are expected to be recorded over the second half of 2026. Excluding acquisition-related activity, the primary drivers of the linked quarter increase were compensation, technology, marketing and legal expenses. Financial Condition – June 30, 2026, Compared with March 31, 2026 Total assets increased $902 million, or 10%, on the linked quarter to $10.37 billion. Total loans expanded $657 million, or 9%, on the linked quarter, with the Field & Main portfolio totaling approximately $633 million as of period end. Organic growth for the quarter was $24 million, as expansion was muted due to the impact of several larger loan payoffs. Total line of credit usage was 50% as of June 30, 2026, compared to 49% as of March 31, 2026. C&I line of credit usage was 37% as of June 30, 2026, compared to 38% at March 31, 2026. Utilization trends remain positive and similar to the same period of the prior year. Total deposits increased $729 million, or 9%, on the linked quarter. Total non-interest bearing deposits increased $203 million, or 14%, while total interest-bearing deposit accounts increased $526 million, or 8%. The Field & Main merger added approximately $765 million in total deposits as of the acquisition date, including $136 million in non-interest bearing deposits. A core deposit intangible asset of $17 million was also recorded in relation to the acquired deposit portfolio. About the Company Louisville, Kentucky-based Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc., with $10.37 billion in assets, was incorporated in 1988 as a bank holding company. It is the parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, which was established in 1904. The Company’s common shares trade on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “SYBT.” This report contains forward-looking statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act that involve risks and uncertainties. Although the Company’s management believes the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any of these assumptions could be inaccurate. Therefore, there can be no assurance the forward-looking statements included herein will prove to be accurate. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: economic conditions both generally and more specifically in the markets in which the Company and its banking subsidiary operates; competition for the Company’s customers from other providers of financial services; changes in, or forecasts of, future political and economic conditions, inflation and efforts to control it; government legislation and regulation, which change and over which the Company has no control; changes in interest rates; material unforeseen changes in liquidity, results of operations, or financial condition of the Company’s customers; and other risks detailed in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Refer to Stock Yards’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, as well as its other filings with the SEC for a more detailed discussion of risks, uncertainties and factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in the forward-looking statements.

Seacoast Banking (SBCF) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.61 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.6 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.52 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +1.67%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this holding company for Seacoast National Bank would post earnings of $0.58 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.62, delivering a surprise of +6.9%. Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times. Seacoast Banking, which belongs to the Zacks Banks - Southeast industry, posted revenues of $209.93 million for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.30%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $151.38 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates three times over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call. Seacoast Banking shares have added about 5.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 8.3%. While Seacoast Banking has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock? There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions. Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Seacoast Banking was favorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to outperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.63 on $212.53 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $2.51 on $840.17 million in revenues for the current fiscal year. Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Banks - Southeast is currently in the top 21% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1. Another stock from the same industry, Stock Yards Bancorp (SYBT), has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026. This holding company for Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co. is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.17 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +1.7%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.8% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. Stock Yards Bancorp's revenues are expected to be $111.3 million, up 13.7% from the year-ago quarter. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida (SBCF) : Free Stock Analysis Report Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (SYBT) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research

Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Stock Yards Bancorp (SYBT) reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates. The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower. While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise. This holding company for Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co. is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.17 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +1.7%. Revenues are expected to be $111.3 million, up 13.7% from the year-ago quarter. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.78% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period. Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise Estimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core. The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier. Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only. A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP. Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell). For Stock Yards, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -4.29%. On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3. So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Stock Yards will beat the consensus EPS estimate. While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number. For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Stock Yards would post earnings of $1.17 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.24, delivering a surprise of +5.98%. Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times. An earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss. That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported. Stock Yards doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release. Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (SYBT) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research

Results Highlighted by Strong Loan Growth and Excellent Credit Quality LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: SYBT), parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, with offices in Louisville, central, eastern and northern Kentucky, as well as the Indianapolis, Indiana and Cincinnati, Ohio metropolitan markets, today reported earnings of $36.6 million, or $1.24 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. This compares to net income of $33.3 million, or $1.13 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. Solid loan growth across all markets, combined with net interest margin expansion, strong credit quality metrics and record net new business generation from the Wealth Management & Trust (WM&T) group, contributed to first quarter 2026 operating results. “We entered 2026 with strong momentum coming off the best year in the Company’s history, and our first quarter operating results reflect that,” commented James A. (Ja) Hillebrand, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Loan growth stood out in terms of both volume and credit quality, and that combination of growth and discipline continues to be a core focus for our team. Our Central Kentucky market crossed the $1 billion threshold for total loans this quarter, demonstrating our ability to enter new markets and replicate the full-service, community banking business model that has been the staple of our success. After entering this market through acquisition in 2021, Central Kentucky has continued to contribute to the growth we’ve experienced not only within the loan portfolio, but across our entire business. Equally noteworthy was the performance across our non-interest income categories. Our WM&T division delivered record revenue during the first quarter, while card income and treasury management fees continue to provide meaningful contributions, further solidifying non-interest income as a significant driver of our results. “In addition to our financial performance, the highlight of the quarter was the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Field & Main Bancorp, Inc.,” Hillebrand continued. “This partnership joins two community banks whose values and cultures are closely aligned and expands our reach into Western Kentucky—one of the most attractive and economically vibrant regions in the state. Field & Main’s franchise provides us with an immediately scalable presence in this region, and its community-first, relationship-driven culture aligns closely with Stock Yards’ longstanding focus on disciplined growth, profitability, and high-touch customer service. Together, the combined organization will be positioned to deepen market penetration, enhance operating leverage, and deliver expanded capabilities to customers across Western Kentucky and adjacent markets. We will officially welcome Field and Main Bank to the Stock Yards family during the second quarter, with the closing date set for May 1st.” Field & Main Bancorp, Inc (“Field & Main”), headquartered in Henderson, Kentucky, operates 6 total retail branches in Henderson, Lexington, and Cynthiana, Kentucky, and Evansville, Indiana. As of December 31, 2025, Field & Main reported approximately $861 million in assets, $652 million in loans, and $781 million in deposits. Field & Main also maintains a Wealth Management and Trust Department with total assets under management of approximately $800 million at December 31, 2025. As of March 31, 2026, Stock Yards had $9.47 billion in assets, $7.23 billion in loans and $7.76 billion in total deposits. The Company’s combined enterprise, which encompasses 75 branch offices across three contiguous states, will continue to benefit from a diversified geographic and economic footprint, including new branches that opened during the fourth quarter of 2025 in Bardstown, Kentucky and Liberty Township, Ohio, a suburb of Cincinnati. Further, the Company announced the appointment of a Bowling Green Market President in early December, expanding its footprint into south central Kentucky and providing another avenue for future growth. Key factors contributing to the first quarter of 2026 included: Total loans increased $580 million, or 9%, over the last 12 months, while growing $185 million, or 3%, on the linked quarter. Broad-based loan growth during the quarter included increases in all markets for the eighth consecutive quarter and was well spread amongst categories. Commercial Real Estate (CRE) and Commercial and Industrial (C&I) loan segments drove the growth, increasing $266 million and $129 million, respectively over the past 12 months. The yield earned on total loans ended at 6.07% for the first quarter of 2026, down 6 basis points compared to the first quarter of 2025, primarily due to recent rate reductions enacted by the FRB. Deposit balances increased to $463 million, or 6%, over the last 12 months, with the deposit mix continuing to shift from non-interest bearing and low interest-bearing deposits into higher-cost deposits. Interest-bearing deposits grew $506 million, or 9%, led in large part by time deposit growth, while non-interest bearing deposits decreased $43 million, or 3%. On the linked quarter, total deposits declined $34 million, or less than 1%. Total interest-bearing deposit accounts decreased $54 million, or 1%, while total non-interest bearing deposits increased $20 million, or 1%. Net interest income increased $7.9 million, or 11%, for the first quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter a year ago. Net interest margin expanded 19 basis points to 3.65% for the first quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter of the prior year. While loan yields declined 6 basis points compared to the first quarter of 2025, total average earning-asset yields increased 1 basis point, as lower yielding interest-bearing cash and liquidity from the investment portfolio were used to fund higher yielding loan growth. On the linked quarter, net interest income decreased $829,000, or 1%, as interest income declines outpaced the decrease in interest expense. Net interest margin expanded by 8 basis points on the linked quarter, driven primarily by lower interest-bearing deposit costs. Deposit rates were strategically reduced in tandem with Federal Reserve Board’s rate reductions, while the time deposit portfolio continued to reprice favorably compared to the higher promotional CD rates offered in the prior year. Provision for credit losses on loans(1) of $1.6 million was recorded for the first quarter of 2026, compared to $900,000 for the prior year quarter. The higher expense for the first quarter of 2026 was attributed to strong loan growth, which was only partially offset by an improved unemployment forecast and a decline in specific reserves during the quarter. Non-interest income increased $1.6 million, or 7%, over the first quarter of 2025, and decreased $534,000, or 2%, on the linked quarter. Total non-interest expenses increased $4.2 million, or 8%, for the first quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter of 2025, and increased $436,000, or 1%, on the linked quarter. Tangible common equity per share(3) was $30.41 on March 31, 2026, compared to $29.50 on December 31, 2025, and $26.01 on March 31, 2025. Hillebrand concluded, “During the first quarter, S&P Global Market Intelligence once again recognized Stock Yards as one of the Top 50 Best Performing Community Banks with total assets between $3 and $10 billion at the end of 2025. The rankings assess the performance of banking institutions based on returns, growth and funding, while placing a premium on balance sheet strength and risk profile. This recognition is a testament to our employees and the standard of service they deliver across every market we operate in.” Results of Operations – First Quarter 2026, Compared with First Quarter 2025 Net interest income, the Company’s largest source of revenue, increased by $7.9 million, or 11%, to $78.4 million. Significant average earning asset balance growth led to strong net interest income expansion. Total interest income increased by $6.5 million, or 6%, to $118 million. Interest income and fees on loans increased $6.9 million, or 7%, over the prior year quarter. While quarterly average loan balances increased $520 million, or 8%, the average yield earned on loans decreased 6 basis points over the past 12 months to 6.07%, due primarily to the rate reductions implemented by the Federal Reserve during the latter part of 2025. Interest income on securities decreased $3.3 million, or 36%, compared to the first quarter of 2025. Average securities balances declined $422 million, or 29%, while the rate earned on securities declined 26 basis points to 2.25%. The decline in average balances and related yields was attributed to the scheduled maturities of treasury bills that had previously been used for collateral pledging purposes and carried a rate similar to the Federal Funds Target Rate. Cash flows from the investment portfolio, including larger, recent scheduled maturities, have been primarily utilized to fund loan growth and provide liquidity consistent with current balance sheet management strategies. Average overnight funds increased $377 million, or 209% for the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period of the prior year, driven largely by substantial average deposit growth and the previously mentioned maturity activity from the securities portfolio. The corresponding interest income increased $3.0 million, or 151%, consistent with significant average balance growth. The related yield declined 84 basis points to 3.66% compared to the prior year quarter due to the Federal Reserve’s recent rate reductions. Total interest expense decreased $1.4 million, or 3%, to $39.2 million, despite average total interest-bearing liabilities increasing $394 million, or 6%. The primary driver of the decrease in interest expense was a $1.8 million, or 38%, reduction in FHLB advance expense. The Company relied on more expensive overnight borrowings during the first quarter of the prior year, the need for which was eliminated in the second quarter of last year as a result of liquidity provided by successful time deposit promotions and maturity activity within the investment securities portfolio. As a result, average FHLB borrowings declined $167 million, or 36% for the first quarter of 2026, compared to the first quarter of 2025. Average interest bearing deposit balances increased $626 million, or 11%, compared to the first quarter of 2025, largely driven by the promotional time deposit campaign that ran through mid-April of the prior year. The higher corresponding expense, however, was partially offset by favorable repricing of that portfolio and the strategic lowering of deposit rates in tandem with the Federal Reserve’s rate reductions. Interest expense on deposits increased $881,000, or 3%, for the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period of the prior year. The Company recorded provision for credit losses on loans(1) of $1.6 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared to $900,000 in provision for credit losses on loans for the first quarter of 2025. The higher expense compared to the first quarter of 2025 reflected both the stronger loan growth experienced during the current quarter and the annual CECL model updates implemented in the prior year period. No expense for off balance sheet exposures was recorded for the first quarter of 2026 or the first quarter of 2025, as line of credit utilization improved and related availability declined. Non-interest income increased $1.6 million, or 7%, to $24.6 million compared to the first quarter of 2025. WM&T income ended the first quarter of 2026 at a record $11.3 million, an increase of $688,000, or 6%, over the first quarter of 2025, as general market appreciation and new business development over the past 12 months drove substantial AUM expansion. Treasury management fees increased $315,000, or 12%, to $3.0 million. New product sales and broad fee increases that were implemented in the prior year contributed to the increase. Card income increased $130,000, or 3%, over the first quarter of 2025. Brokerage income grew $51,000, or 5%, compared to the first quarter of the prior year. A gain on sale of premises and equipment totaling $479,000 was recorded during the first quarter of 2026 due to the sale of a former branch location in Florence, Kentucky. Other non-interest income, which primarily includes swap fees, letter of credit fees and OREO activity, decreased $165,000 compared to the first quarter of 2025. Non-interest expenses increased by $4.2 million, or 8%, to $55.2 million, compared to the first quarter of 2025. Compensation expense increased $3.2 million, or 12%, compared to the first quarter of 2025, consistent with annual merit-based increases, higher bonus accrual levels, and full-time equivalent employee (FTE) expansion. Employee benefits increased $384,000, or 7%, compared to the first quarter of 2025, primarily due to increases in health insurance claims and FICA expense attributed in part to FTE growth. Net occupancy and equipment expenses increased $197,000, or 5%, over the first quarter of 2025, attributed primarily to increased rent and general expansion. The branch network expanded over the past year with the additions of the Center Grove, Bardstown, and Liberty Township locations, all of which were added over the past 12 months. Marketing and business development expense decreased $237,000, or 16%, compared to the first quarter of 2025. The large variance from the prior year quarter was attributed to advertising costs incurred in the first quarter a year ago related to the promotional time deposit campaign that ran through mid-April of 2025. Other non-interest expenses increased $128,000, or 6%, compared to the first quarter of 2025, primarily attributed to costs related to the ICS deposit offering that was introduced over the course of 2025 in addition to other miscellaneous expenses. The Company recorded income tax expense of $9.6 million for the first quarter of 2026, with an effective tax rate of 20.7%. This compared to income tax expense of $8.4 million in the first quarter of 2025, with an effective tax rate of 20.1%. Financial Condition – March 31, 2026, Compared with March 31, 2025 Total assets increased $469 million, or 5%, year over year to $9.47 billion. Total loans increased $580 million, or 9%, to $7.23 billion, with growth well-spread across segments and markets. Total line of credit usage ended at 49% as of March 31, 2026, compared to 46% as of March 31, 2025. C&I line of credit usage expanded to 38% as of period end, compared to 34% as of March 31, 2025. Total investment securities decreased $361 million, or 29%, year over year, driven by the maturity of short-term Treasury Bills that had previously been utilized for seasonal collateral pledging purposes that were not reinvested, providing liquidity and funding for continued loan growth consistent with current balance sheet management strategies. Total deposits increased $463 million, or 6%, over the past 12 months, which was driven in nearly equal parts by interest-bearing demand and time deposit growth. Total interest-bearing deposits grew $506 million, or 9%, driven by some larger depositors increasing balances and the success of our promotional time deposit offerings over the course of the prior year. Non-interest-bearing demand accounts decreased $43 million, or 3%. Non-performing loans totaled $11.4 million, or 0.16% of total loans outstanding on March 31, 2026, compared to $16.1 million, or 0.24% of total loans outstanding on March 31, 2025, the decrease being attributed mainly to the payoff of a few larger non-accrual loans during the prior quarter. The ratio of allowance for credit losses to loans ended at 1.30% on March 31, 2026, compared to 1.34% on March 31, 2025. As of March 31, 2026, the Company continued to be “well-capitalized,” the highest regulatory capital rating for financial institutions, with all capital ratios experiencing meaningful growth. Total equity to assets(3) was 11.65% and the tangible common equity ratio(3) was 9.69% on March 31, 2026, compared to 10.84% and 8.72% on March 31, 2025, respectively. Further, tangible book value per share increased to $30.41 at March 31, 2026, from $26.01 at March 31, 2025, representing an increase of 17% over the prior year. In February 2026, the board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.32 per common share. The dividend was paid April 1, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 16, 2026. Results of Operations – First Quarter 2026, Compared with Fourth Quarter 2025 Net interest margin expanded 8 basis points on the linked quarter to 3.65%, despite the impact of recent rate reductions enacted by the FRB. The biggest driver of net interest margin expansion was the decline in interest-bearing deposit costs compared to the linked quarter. Net interest income decreased $829,000, or 1%, over the prior quarter. Total interest income decreased $3.5 million, or 3%. Interest income on loans, including fees, decreased $668,000, or 1%. Average loans increased $146 million, or 2%, and the corresponding yield earned decreased to 6.07%. Average interest-bearing cash balances decreased $186 million, or 25%, driving a $2.5 million, or 33%, decrease in related interest income during the period. Total interest expense decreased $2.7 million, or 6%. Interest expense on deposits decreased $2.7 million, or 7%, as deposit rates were lowered in tandem with the FRB’s rate reductions. During the first quarter of 2026, the Company recorded $1.6 million in provision for credit losses on loans(1) and no provision expense for off balance sheet exposures. During the fourth quarter of 2025, the Company recorded $850,000 in provision for credit losses on loans and $800,000 of provision for off balance sheet exposures. Non-interest income decreased $534,000, or 2%, on the linked quarter, to $24.6 million. The decrease was largely attributed to annual debit card income incentives that are received in the fourth quarter each year in addition to lower interchange and NSF volumes. However, these declines were partially offset by recording a $479,000 gain on the sale of a former branch location in Florence, Kentucky that had been held for sale, in addition to record WM&T revenue. Non-interest expenses increased $436,000, or 1% on the linked quarter to $55.2 million. Higher compensation, employee benefits and technology expenses were the main drivers of the linked quarter increase, partially offset by declines in marketing and legal and professional expenses. Financial Condition – March 31, 2026, Compared with December 31, 2025 Total assets decreased $69 million, or 1%, on the linked quarter to $9.47 billion. Total loans expanded $185 million, or 3%, on the linked quarter, with every market contributing to the increase. Growth for the quarter was driven by increases in the CRE and C&I portfolios. Total line of credit usage was 49% as of March 31, 2026, compared to 48% as of December 31, 2025. C&I line of credit usage increased to 38% as of March 31, 2026, compared to 37% at December 31, 2025. Utilization trends remain positive and well above the same period of the prior year. Total deposits decreased $34 million on the linked quarter. Total non-interest bearing deposits increased $20 million, while total interest-bearing deposit accounts declined $54 million. About the Company Louisville, Kentucky-based Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc., with $9.47 billion in assets, was incorporated in 1988 as a bank holding company. It is the parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, which was established in 1904. The Company’s common shares trade on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “SYBT.” This report contains forward-looking statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act that involve risks and uncertainties. Although the Company’s management believes the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any of these assumptions could be inaccurate. Therefore, there can be no assurance the forward-looking statements included herein will prove to be accurate. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: economic conditions both generally and more specifically in the markets in which the Company and its banking subsidiary operates; competition for the Company’s customers from other providers of financial services; changes in, or forecasts of, future political and economic conditions, inflation and efforts to control it; government legislation and regulation, which change and over which the Company has no control; changes in interest rates; material unforeseen changes in liquidity, results of operations, or financial condition of the Company’s customers; and other risks detailed in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Refer to Stock Yards’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, as well as its other filings with the SEC for a more detailed discussion of risks, uncertainties and factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in the forward-looking statements.

Stock Yards Bancorp (SYBT) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.24 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.17 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.13 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +6.44%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this holding company for Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co. would post earnings of $1.2 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.24, delivering a surprise of +3.33%. Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times. Stock Yards, which belongs to the Zacks Banks - Southeast industry, posted revenues of $103.11 million for the quarter ended March 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.30%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $93.63 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call. Stock Yards shares have added about 8.5% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 3.2%. While Stock Yards has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock? There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions. Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Stock Yards was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $1.21 on $107 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $4.96 on $445.55 million in revenues for the current fiscal year. Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Banks - Southeast is currently in the top 21% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1. One other stock from the same industry, Trustmark (TRMK), is yet to report results for the quarter ended March 2026. The results are expected to be released on April 28. This holding company for Trustmark National Bank is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.88 per share in its upcoming report, which represents no change from the year-ago quarter. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. Trustmark's revenues are expected to be $204.83 million, up 3.8% from the year-ago quarter. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (SYBT) : Free Stock Analysis Report Trustmark Corporation (TRMK) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research