Dec 31, 2024

SouthState Q4 2024 Earnings Report

SouthState reported strong Q4 2024 results with growth in loans, deposits, net interest margin, and fees, and the IBTX acquisition was completed ahead of schedule.

Key Takeaways

SouthState Corporation reported a strong finish to 2024, with net income of $144 million and a 9% increase in pre-provision net revenue (PPNR) compared to the third quarter, driven by 6% revenue growth. The company also completed the acquisition of Independent Bank Group, Inc. on January 1, 2025.

Diluted EPS was reported at $1.87, with adjusted diluted EPS (Non-GAAP) at $1.93.

Net income reached $144.2 million, with adjusted net income (Non-GAAP) at $148.8 million.

Loans increased by $355 million, or 4% annualized, driven by growth in commercial and industrial, and commercial owner-occupied real estate.

Deposits increased by $423 million, or 4% annualized.

Total Revenue
$450M
Previous year: $420M
+7.3%
EPS
$1.93
Previous year: $1.67
+15.6%
Efficiency Ratio
56%
Previous year: 63.43%
-11.7%
Adjusted Efficiency Ratio
54%
Previous year: 56.89%
-5.1%

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Forward Guidance

The company's momentum carries forward into 2025 with Independent Financial, and they will continue working to build a high-quality bank with scale in the fastest-growing markets in the country.