Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation reported a strong fourth quarter with total revenue of $56.17 million, net income of $14.86 million, and diluted earnings per share of $0.78. The company's performance was driven by its wealth management and commercial banking businesses, with increases in wealth management income, corporate advisory fees, and SBA income.
Total revenue increased to $56.17 million compared to $46.14 million for the three-month period ended December 31, 2020.
Net income reached $14.86 million, a significant increase from $3.03 million in the same period last year.
Diluted earnings per share rose to $0.78, substantially higher than the $0.16 reported for the three months ended December 31, 2020.
The Company authorized a new 5% stock repurchase program of up to 920,000 shares.
Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation anticipates continued growth in wealth management and commercial banking, supported by strong pipelines. The company is also positioned to benefit from potential interest rate increases.