Veritex Holdings reported strong operating results for the first quarter of 2021, driven by investments in talent and the reopening of the Texas economy. Net income reached $31.8 million, or $0.64 diluted earnings per share. Loan and deposit growth remained good, credit trends improved, and the balance sheet remained strong.
Net income was $31.8 million, or $0.64 diluted earnings per share.
Pre-tax, pre-provision operating earnings totaled $40.2 million.
Operating return on average tangible common equity was 17.39%.
Total deposits grew $391.7 million from the fourth quarter of 2020, or 24.0% annualized.
The company did not provide specific forward guidance but expressed excitement about the future of Veritex, including the partnership with Thrive Mortgage.
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