The First Bancshares, Inc. reported a net income available to common shareholders of $15.3 million for Q4 2020, representing a 29.4% increase compared to Q4 2019. Operating earnings (non-GAAP) increased 5.1% to $13.8 million compared to the same period last year. The company's Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.13 per share.
Net income available to common shareholders totaled $15.3 million, a 29.4% increase compared to Q4 2019.
Operating earnings (non-GAAP) increased 5.1% to $13.8 million compared to Q4 2019.
Fully diluted earnings per share were $0.72, compared to $0.64 for Q4 2019.
The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.13 per share.
The Company believes that it is well positioned to take advantage of new growth opportunities as our economy continues to heal from the effects of the pandemic.