Sep 30, 2021

SouthState Q3 2021 Earnings Report

Reported consolidated net income and adjusted net income, demonstrating progress in the third quarter with strong loan growth and increased pre-provision net revenue.

Key Takeaways

SouthState Corporation reported a strong third quarter in 2021, with a 10% annualized loan growth excluding PPP loans. New loan production reached a record of $2.6 billion, up 72% from a year ago. The company's pre-provision net revenue increased to $132.3 million due to planned cost savings and an increase in core net interest income.

Reported EPS of $1.74 and adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $1.94.

Loans, excluding PPP loans, increased by $573.3 million, or 10.0% annualized.

Total deposits increased by $318.2 million, or 3.8% annualized, with core deposit growth totaling $662.7 million, or 8.8% annualized.

Declared a cash dividend on common stock of $0.49 per share.

Total Revenue
$347M
Previous year: $385M
-9.9%
EPS
$1.94
Previous year: $1.58
+22.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$6.3B
Previous year: $4.47B
+40.9%
Free Cash Flow
$172M
Previous year: $282M
-39.1%
Total Assets
$40.9B
Previous year: $37.8B
+8.2%

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Forward Guidance

SouthState is well-positioned for 2022, with surplus cash, the pending acquisition of Atlantic Capital Bank, and strong population growth in the Southeast.

Positive Outlook

  • Record new loan production of $2.6 billion, up 72% from a year ago.
  • 10% annualized loan growth (excluding PPP loans).
  • Core net interest income increased $5.8 million from prior quarter.
  • Pre-provision net revenue increased to $132.3 million.
  • Received OCC approval for the Atlantic Capital Bancshares, Inc. merger.