Hancock Whitney Corp posted a 13% year-over-year increase in earnings per share and a 6% rise in pre-provision net revenue for the second quarter of 2026. Net income reached $127 million, or $1.55 per share, while loans grew 5% year-over-year and 10% on a linked-quarter annualized basis, and deposits rose 2% year-over-year and 8% linked-quarter annualized. The company reported a return on average assets of 1.42%, an efficiency ratio of 55.3%, and a return on tangible common equity of 14.9%. Net interest margin edged up 1 basis point to 3.56%, and fee income increased 2% after adjusting for a bond portfolio restructuring. Hancock Whitney also secured regulatory and shareholder approval for its One Florida Bank acquisition, which is expected to close on August 1.
Hancock Whitney CorpReports 13% EPS growth, strong loan expansion, and improved financial metrics.
Acquisition by Hancock Whitney approved, expected to close August 1.