Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. reported a decrease in net income to $126.8 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2021, compared to $137.1 million for the same period in 2020. Earnings per diluted common share were $1.38, and the annualized return on average assets was 1.37%. Loans, excluding Warehouse Purchase Program and SBA Paycheck Protection Program loans, increased by $76.7 million, and deposits increased by $1.320 billion during the quarter.
Net income was $126.8 million, with earnings per share (diluted) at $1.38.
Loans, excluding specific programs, increased by $76.7 million, representing a 0.5% growth.
Deposits saw a significant increase of $1.320 billion, or 4.5% during the quarter.
Nonperforming assets remained low at 0.09% of average interest-earning assets.
Prosperity Bancshares anticipates continued growth in Texas and Oklahoma due to favorable business conditions and expects loan growth and improved net interest margin with potential rate hikes.