Hilltop Holdings Inc. announced strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2020, marked by a significant increase in mortgage origination segment net gains from sale of loans and other mortgage production income. The company's income from continuing operations to common stockholders was $112.7 million, or $1.30 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $43.7 million, or $0.48 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2019.
Income from continuing operations to common stockholders increased to $112.7 million, or $1.30 per diluted share.
Mortgage origination segment net gains from sale of loans and other mortgage production income significantly increased.
Mortgage loan origination production volume was $6.8 billion.
The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.12 per common share, a 33% increase from the prior quarter.
Hilltop believes it is well-positioned with established businesses, synchronized leadership, and robust capital as they embark upon 2021. The dividend increase and share repurchase authorization demonstrate the strength and momentum of the franchise.
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