Univest Financial Corporation reported a net income of $20.3 million, or $0.68 diluted earnings per share, for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. This compares to a net income of $32.6 million, or $1.11 diluted earnings per share, for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The corporation announced expansion into two new markets and continued development of a comprehensive digital platform.
Net income for Q1 2022 was $20.3 million, or $0.68 diluted earnings per share, down from $32.6 million, or $1.11 diluted earnings per share, in Q1 2021.
Expansion into Western Pennsylvania and Maryland markets with the hiring of Market Presidents.
Development of a comprehensive digital platform is underway, with an expected launch by the end of Q1 2023, incurring $779 thousand in expenses this quarter.
Increased quarterly cash dividend by 5% to $0.21 per share and intends to repurchase approximately 150,000 shares per quarter.
Univest has not provided specific forward guidance in this earnings report.