First Busey Corporation reported a net income of $29.9 million and diluted EPS of $0.53 for Q4 2021. Adjusted net income was $34.3 million, with adjusted diluted EPS at $0.61. The company experienced core loan growth and an increase in wealth management assets under care.
Net income for Q4 2021 was $29.9 million, with a diluted EPS of $0.53.
Adjusted net income for Q4 2021 reached $34.3 million, resulting in an adjusted diluted EPS of $0.61.
Core loan growth, excluding PPP loans, was $141.6 million, representing a 2.0% increase in Q4.
Wealth management assets under care increased to $12.73 billion as of December 31, 2021, a 24.5% year-over-year growth.
The Company reported solid fourth quarter results, which are reflective of our strategic growth plans. Despite headwinds related to the COVID-19 Omicron variant, supply chain issues, and inflation, the economy continues to improve, and we feel confident that we are well positioned to produce growth and profitability as we move forward.