Trustmark Corporation reported a net income of $21.2 million, or $0.34 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2021. The results were impacted by costs associated with a voluntary early retirement program and a charge to resolve allegations by regulatory authorities regarding fair lending matters.
Voluntary early retirement program resulted in one-time, pre-tax charge of $5.7 million in the third quarter; expected pre-tax savings of approximately $1.3 million for the remainder of 2021 and $4.3 million in 2022.
Loans held for investment (HFI) increased $22.0 million, reflecting accelerated payoffs during the quarter while deposits expanded $290.8 million compared to the prior quarter.
Investment securities increased $470.8 million in the third quarter as excess liquidity was deployed.
Provision for credit losses, net totaled a negative $3.5 million, reflecting improved credit loss expectations.
Trustmark will continue to focus upon efficiency, growth, and innovation opportunities to enhance the customer experience and improve efficiency.