First Bancshares Inc (Mississippi) (OQ:FBMS)

Business Focus: Banks

Apr 15, 2024 06:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces 2024 First Quarter Call Information
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will announce 2024 first quarter results following the NASDAQ’s closing on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The Company will hold executive management’s quarterly conference call on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 11:00 AM Easter
Feb 28, 2024 04:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces New Share Repurchase Plan
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank, announced today that the Company’s board of directors has approved a new share repurchase program for the 2024 calendar year.
Jan 30, 2024 05:25 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in the Janney CEO Forum
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the Janney CEO Forum which is being held January 31, 2024 - February 1, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale, Arizona, and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock analysts and inves
Jan 24, 2024 06:50 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Fourth Quarter ended December 31, 2023; Increases Quarterly Dividend 4%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2023.
Jan 16, 2024 05:00 pm ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Securities Portfolio Repositioning and 2023 Fourth Quarter Earnings Call Information
First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (the “Company”), holding company of The First Bank (“The First”), has announced the repositioning of a portion of its securities portfolio and information regarding its 2023 Fourth Quarter earnings call.
Oct 25, 2023 07:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Third Quarter ended September 30, 2023; Increases Quarterly Dividend 4%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023.
Oct 12, 2023 04:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces 2023 Third Quarter Call Information
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will announce 2023 third quarter results following the NASDAQ’s closing on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. The Company will hold executive management’s quarterly conference call on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 10:00 AM Ea
Aug 04, 2023 12:16 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in 2023 KBW Community Bank Investor Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 2023 KBW Community Bank Investor Conference , which is being held August 7, 2023 through August 9, 2023 at the Hilton Midtown, New York and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock analysts and investors.
Jul 26, 2023 05:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2023; Increases Quarterly Dividend 5%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2023.
May 05, 2023 05:10 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in 2023 Gulf South Bank Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 2023 Gulf South Bank Conference, which is being held May 8, 2023 through May 9, 2023 at the Four Seasons Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock analysts and investors.
Apr 26, 2023 06:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for First Quarter ended March 31, 2023; Increases Quarterly Dividend 5%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2023.
Feb 28, 2023 08:35 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces New Share Repurchase Plan
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank, announced today that the Company’s board of directors has approved a new share repurchase program for the 2023 calendar year.
Jan 31, 2023 04:15 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in the Janney West Coast Bank CEO Forum
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the Janney West Coast Bank CEO Forum which is being held February 1st – 3rd, 2023 at The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale, Arizona, and will have one-on-one meetings with
Jan 25, 2023 08:15 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Fourth Quarter ended December 31, 2022; Increases Quarterly Dividend 5%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2022.
Jan 03, 2023 09:15 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank, announced today that it has completed its previously-announced acquisition of Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. (“HSBI”) effective January 1, 2023. Following completion of the acquisition, HSBI’s subsidiary bank, Heritage Southeast Bank was merged with The First Bank, with The First Bank as the surviving bank.
Dec 30, 2022 09:15 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. and Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. Announce Receipt of Shareholder Approvals for Merger
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank, and Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. (OTC: HSBI) (“HSBI”), the holding company for Heritage Southeast Bank, announced today that the previously announced merger between First Bancshares and HSBI, pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 27, 2022 (the “Merger Agreement”), has been approved by the shareholders of each of First Bancshares and HSBI.
Dec 12, 2022 09:15 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. and Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. Announce Receipt of Regulatory Approvals for Merger
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), parent company of The First Bank (“The First”) and Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. (OTCQX: HSBI) (“HSBI”), parent company of Heritage Southeast Bank, announced today that First Bancshares has received regulatory approval from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to complete its previously announced merger with Heritage pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated July 27, 2022, by and between First Bancshares and Heritage. First Bancshares has also received a non-objection letter fro
Nov 03, 2022 05:58 am ET
HERITAGE SOUTHEAST BANCORPORATION INVESTOR ALERT BY THE FORMER ATTORNEY GENERAL OF LOUISIANA: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of Heritage Southeast B
NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") are investigating the proposed sale of Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. (OTC: HSBI) to The First Bancshares, Inc. (NasdaqGM: FBMS).  Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Heritage will receive 0.965 shares of First Bancshares for each share of Heritage that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalue
Nov 02, 2022 06:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in 2022 Hovde Group Financial Services Conference and East Coast Financial Services Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 2022 Hovde Group Financial Services Conference, which is being held November 2, 2022 through November 3, 2022 at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry, Aventura in Miami, Florida and will have one-on-one meetings wit
Oct 27, 2022 05:15 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Third Quarter ended September 30, 2022; Increases Quarterly Dividend 5%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.
Oct 13, 2022 09:12 am ET
SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates FBMS, SBTX, RFP, COWN
NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Sep 16, 2022 12:17 pm ET
INVESTIGATION ALERT: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates FBMS, GBT, MVBF
NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Sep 12, 2022 05:15 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in VirtualBankConference.com Online Conference for Bank Investors
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the VirtualBankConference.com online conference for bank investors, bank managements, and industry professionals which is scheduled for Tuesday, September 13, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. eastern time.
Aug 29, 2022 09:00 am ET
SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Halper Sadeh LLP Investigates IEA, ZY, FBMS, PBFX
NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Aug 19, 2022 04:05 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Appoints M. Ray “Hoppy” Cole, Jr. as Chairman of the Board of Directors
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank, announced today that M. Ray “Hoppy” Cole, Jr., the Chief Executive Officer of First Bancshares, assumed the additional position of Chairman of the Board of Directors of each of First Bancshares and The First Bank, effective August 18, 2022. E. Ricky Gibson, the former Chairman of the Board of First Bancshares, will continue to serve as a member of the Board of Directors of each of First Bancshares and The First Bank, and Ted E. Parker has been appointed to serve as Lead Inde
Aug 03, 2022 10:15 am ET
SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Halper Sadeh LLP Investigates VMW, ZEN, EGY, FBMS
NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Aug 02, 2022 09:00 am ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in 2022 KBW Community Bank Investor Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 2022 KBW Community Bank Investor Conference, which is being held August 1, 2022 through August 3, 2022 at the Hilton Midtown – NYC, New York, and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock analysts and investor
Aug 01, 2022 06:27 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Beach Bancorp, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank (“The First”), announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Beach Bancorp, Inc. (“BBI”). Following completion of the acquisition, BBI’s subsidiary bank, Beach Bank was merged with The First, with The First as the surviving bank. This transaction has furthered the Company’s regional expansion plan by adding market share in Northwest Florida and acquiring a foothold in the Tampa market.
Aug 01, 2022 09:00 am ET
SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Halper Sadeh LLP Investigates FBMS, PBFX, EGY, RADA
Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to: The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:...
Jul 28, 2022 08:51 pm ET
THE FIRST BANCSHARES, INC. ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Investigates Merger of FBMS and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm
Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, has launched an investigation into whether the officers or directors of The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares”) breached their fiduciary duties...
Jul 28, 2022 04:13 pm ET
SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Weiss Law Investigates Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc.
NEW YORK, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. ("Heritage" or the "Company") (OTC: HSBI), in connection with the Company's proposed acquisition by The First Bancshares, Inc. ("First Bancshares") (NASDAQ: FBMS). Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive 0.965 shares of First Bancshares common stock for each Heritage share owned, representing implied per-share merger consideration of approximately $29.59
Jul 28, 2022 12:02 pm ET
SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLP Investigates SAVE, FBMS, PBFX, CTEK, EGY
NEW YORK, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Jul 28, 2022 08:15 am ET
FBMS Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLP Is Investigating Whether the Merger of The First Bancshares, Inc. Is Fair to Shareholders
Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) and Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. is fair to First Bancshares shareholders. Subject to the terms of the definitive merger agreement, Heritage shareholders would receive 0.965 shares of First Bancshares common stock for each share of Heritage common stock upon the closing of the transaction.
Jul 27, 2022 05:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for First Quarter ended June 30, 2022; Increases Quarterly Dividend 6%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Jul 27, 2022 04:45 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. and Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. Announce Proposed Merger Transaction
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), parent company of The First Bank (“The First”) and Heritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. (OTCQX: HSBI) (“HSBI”), parent company of Heritage Southeast Bank, announced today execution of a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which the Company has agreed to acquire HSBI. Upon the completion of the acquisition, Heritage Southeast Bank will merge with and into The First Bank. The proposed transactions will deepen The First’s presence in Georgia and Florida, including providing The First with entry points into th
Jul 18, 2022 12:11 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. to Announce Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Host Conference Call
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank (www.thefirstbank.com), will announce second quarter 2022 financial results on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 after the market closes. Management will host a conference call for analysts and investors at 1:00 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, July 28, 2022 to review the results
Jul 06, 2022 04:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Receives Regulatory Approval for Merger with Beach Bancorp, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), holding company for The First Bank (“The First”), announced today that it has received all required regulatory approvals for the consummation of its proposed acquisition of Beach Bancorp, Inc. (“BBI”), parent company of Beach Bank based in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
Apr 29, 2022 05:10 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in 2022 Gulf South Bank Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 2022 Gulf South Bank Conference, which is being held May 2, 2022 through May 3, 2022 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock analysts and investors.
Apr 26, 2022 06:07 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for First Quarter ended March 31, 2022; Increases Quarterly Dividend 6%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended March 31, 2022.
Apr 26, 2022 05:25 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Proposed Acquisition of Beach Bancorp, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), holding company for The First Bank (“The First”), announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Beach Bancorp, Inc. (“BBI”), parent company of Beach Bank based in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The proposed transactions will deepen The First’s presence in the Florida panhandle, while also providing an entry into the Tampa, Florida market. Upon the completion of the acquisition, Beach Bank will merge with and into The First Bank.
Mar 09, 2022 04:50 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces New Share Repurchase Plan
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank, announced today that the Company’s board of directors has approved a new share repurchase program for the 2022 calendar year.
Feb 08, 2022 09:00 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Renewal of Share Repurchase Plan
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First Bank, announced today the renewal of its share repurchase program that previously expired on December 31, 2021.
Jan 25, 2022 11:20 pm ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Fourth Quarter ended December 31, 2021; Increases Quarterly Dividend 6%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First Bank, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended December 31, 2021.
Nov 03, 2021 04:05 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in the 2021 HOVDE Group Financial Services Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) announced that company representatives will participate in the 2021 HOVDE Group Financial Services Conference, which is being held November 3, 2021 through November 5, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona at the Arizona Biltmore,
Oct 25, 2021 08:30 am ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2021; Increases Quarterly Dividend 7%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended September 30, 2021.
Sep 22, 2021 12:40 pm ET
First-Time Homebuyer Program Helps 11 Families
Eleven residents from Florida and Louisiana recently purchased a first home through Habitat for Humanity (Habitat) thanks in part to a Homebuyer Equity Leverage Partnership (HELP) subsidy from The First, A National Banking Association (The First) based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas).
Sep 02, 2021 03:25 pm ET
The First Agrees to Purchase Seven Cadence Bank Branches
The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), headquartered in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and subsidiary of The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS “FBMS”) has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire seven Cadence Bank, N.A. branches in Northeast Mississippi. Cadence Bank, N.A. is a subsidiary of Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE: CADE “Cadence”).
Aug 03, 2021 05:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in Virtual KBW Community Bank Investor Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 2021 Virtual KBW Community Bank Investor Conference, which is being held virtually, on August 3, 2021 through August 5, 2021 and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock analysts an
Jul 26, 2021 08:00 pm ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Second Quarter ended June 30, 2021; Increases Quarterly Dividend 7%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
Apr 29, 2021 04:15 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in Virtual Gulf South Bank Conference and D.A. Davidson 23rd Annual Financial Institutions Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 2021 Gulf South Bank Conference, which is being held virtually, on May 3, 2021 through May 4, 2021 and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock analysts and investors. The First Ban
Apr 22, 2021 07:15 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Present at Burkenroad Reports Investment Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association,(www.thefirstbank.com) will make a presentation to bank stock analysts and investors at the 24th Annual Burkenroad Reports Investment Conference on Friday, April 23, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.
Apr 21, 2021 08:45 pm ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for First Quarter ended March 31, 2021; Increases Quarterly Dividend 8%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended December 31, 2020.
Jan 26, 2021 09:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Fourth Quarter Ended December 31, 2020; Increases Quarterly Dividend 8%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended December 31, 2020.
Jan 21, 2021 08:45 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Extension of Exchange Offer
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today that it has extended its offer to exchange any and all of the $65 million in aggregate principal amount of 4.25% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2030 that the Company issued in a private placement on September 25, 2020 (the “Old Notes”) for a like principal amount of subordinated notes with identical terms that have been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
Dec 16, 2020 05:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces New Share Repurchase Plan
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today that the Company’s board of directors has approved a new share repurchase program for the 2021 calendar year.
Oct 26, 2020 06:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2020; Increases Quarterly Dividend 20%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended September 30, 2020.
Sep 25, 2020 05:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Completion of $65 Million Subordinated Notes Offering
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today the completion of a private placement of $65 million of its 4.25% fixed to floating rate subordinated notes due 2030 (the “Notes”) to certain qualified institutional buyers.
Jul 28, 2020 09:15 am ET
The First Bancshares to Participate in Virtual KBW Community Bank Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) will participate in the 21st Annual KBW Community Bank Investor Conference, which is being held virtually, on July 28, 2020 through July 30, 2020 and will have one-on-one meetings with certain bank stock ana
Jul 27, 2020 06:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for Second Quarter ended June 30, 2020; Declares Quarterly Dividend
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today an increase of 41.4% in net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended June 30, 2020 as compared to same quarter 2019.
May 11, 2020 06:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. to Host Annual Meeting of Shareholders Via Live Webcast
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today that it will host its 2020 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 28, 2020 in virtual-only format via live audio webcast at 4:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time. The format will assist in protecting the health and well-being of the company’s shareholders, employees, other meeting participants and the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 07, 2020 08:45 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Renewal of Share Repurchase Plan
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today the renewal of its share repurchase program that previously expired on December 31, 2019.
Apr 29, 2020 08:45 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Results for First Quarter ended March 31, 2020; Declares Quarterly Dividend
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today an increase of 8.9% in net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended March 31, 2020.
Apr 03, 2020 08:00 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation (“SGB”). Following completion of the acquisition, SGB’s subsidiary bank, Southwest Georgia Bank, was merged with The First, with The First as the surviving bank. This transaction has furthered the Company’s regional expansion plan and adds additional market share within the state of Georgia.
Jan 21, 2020 08:49 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 72.8% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders in Quarterly Comparison; Increases Quarterly Dividend 25%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders for the quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 and an increase in the quarterly dividend.
Dec 18, 2019 05:15 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. and Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation Announce Merger Agreement
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“The First Bancshares” or “the Company”), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), and Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation (NYSEAMERICAN: SGB) (“SGB”), parent company of Southwest Georgia Bank, announced today the signing of an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) pursuant to which The First Bancshares has agreed to acquire SGB.
Nov 26, 2019 02:11 pm ET
$120K Grant Helps Fund Affordable Housing in West 30’s Neighborhood
The First, A National Banking Association and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) recently awarded a $120,000 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant to West 30’s Redemption Company (West 30’s). The grant is helping families buy new and renovated affordable, single-family homes in Covington’s West 30’s neighborhood.
Nov 01, 2019 09:00 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of First Florida Bancorp, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today that it has completed its acquisition of First Florida Bancorp, Inc. (“FFB”). Following completion of the acquisition, FFB's subsidiary bank, First Florida Bank, was merged with The First, with The First as the surviving bank. This transaction has furthered the Company’s regional expansion plan and adds additional market share within the state of Florida.
Oct 21, 2019 04:47 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 137.7% Increase In Net Income Available to Common Shareholders for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2019; Declares Quarterly Dividend
The First Bancshares, Inc. (“FBMS” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $12.3 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2019, an increase of $7.1 million, or 137.7%, compared to $5.2 million for the quarter ended Se
Jul 29, 2019 04:04 pm ET
The First Bancshares to Present at KBW Community Bank Conference
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) will make a presentation to bank stock analysts and investors at the 20th Annual KBW Community Bank Investor Conference being held at the Hilton Midtown, New York City, Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at 9:45 a.m. Eastern Time.
Jul 22, 2019 07:51 pm ET
CORRECTING and REPLACING The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire First Florida Bancorp, Inc.
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Jul 22, 2019 05:45 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 128.5% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders for the Second Quarter ended June 30, 2019; Declares Quarterly Dividend
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $12.0 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2019, an increase of $6.7 million or 128.5%, compared to $5.2 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2018, and an increase of $
May 06, 2019 12:28 pm ET
Renee Moore Appointed to the Board of Directors of The First, A National Banking Association
The Board of Directors of The First Bancshares, Inc. announced today that Renee Moore, CPA and Partner, TMH CPA & Consulting Firm, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Bank.
Apr 22, 2019 09:15 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 93% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders; Increases Quarterly Dividend by 14%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $7.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2019, an increase of $3.7 million or 92.9%, compared to $4.0 million for the quarter ended March
Mar 28, 2019 05:26 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Share Repurchase Plan
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized a new share repurchase program to purchase up to an aggregate of $20 million of the Company’s common stock. This share repurchase program will have an expiration date of December 31, 2019.
Mar 04, 2019 09:15 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of FPB Financial Corp.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today that it has completed its acquisition of FPB Financial Corp. (“FPB”). Following completion of the acquisition, FPB’s subsidiary bank, Florida Parishes Bank, was merged with The First, with The First as the surviving bank. As a result of this transaction, The First has expanded its footprint in the Gulf South and the greater New Orleans area.
Jan 28, 2019 08:26 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 100% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders; Increases Quarterly Dividend by 40%
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $21.2 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018, an increase of $10.6 million or 99.9%, compared to $10.6 million for the fiscal ye
Jan 07, 2019 11:22 am ET
MERGER ALERT – FPBF and LION: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Reminds Investors of Investigations Concerning the Sale of these Companies
The following statement is being issued by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP announces that investigations have commenced on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies. FPB Financial Corp. (OTCMKTS: FPBF) Merger...
Nov 30, 2018 11:03 am ET
MERGER ALERT – FPBF, NCOM and EDGE: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Reminds Investors of Investigations Concerning the Sale of these Companies
The following statement is being issued by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP announces that investigations have commenced on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies. FPB Financial Corp. (OTCMKTS: FPBF) Merger...
Nov 08, 2018 03:57 pm ET
MERGER ALERT – NFX, FPBF and ITG: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Reminds Investors of Investigations Concerning the Sale of these Companies
The following statement is being issued by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP announces that investigations have commenced on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies. Newfield Exploration Company (NYSE:...
Nov 06, 2018 05:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire FPB Financial Corp.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today the signing of an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) with FPB Financial Corp. (OTC:FPBF) (“FPB”), parent company of Florida Parishes Bank, pursuant to which First Bancshares has agreed to acquire FPB.
Nov 01, 2018 04:30 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of FMB Banking Corporation
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today that it has completed its acquisition of FMB Banking Corporation (“FMB”). Following completion of the acquisition, FMB’s subsidiary bank, Farmers & Merchants Bank, was merged with The First, with The First as the surviving bank. As a result of this transaction, The First has expanded its footprint in the Florida panhandle and entered into the southern Georgia market with
Oct 23, 2018 07:34 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 9.5% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders and a 72.8% Increase in Operating Net Earnings for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2018; Declare
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $5.2 million for the third quarter of 2018, an increase of $0.4 million or 9.5%, compared to $4.7 million for the third quarter of 2017. Opera
Sep 04, 2018 07:30 am ET
Factors of Influence in 2018, Key Indicators and Opportunity within Newtek Business Services, Icahn Enterprises, Liberty Media, The First Bancshares, Cisco, and Franklin Electric Co. — New Research Em
In new independent research reports released early this morning, Fundamental Markets released its latest key findings for all current investors, traders, and shareholders of Newtek Business Services Corp. (NASDAQ:NEWT), Icahn Enterprises L.P....
Jul 24, 2018 08:30 am ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of FMB Banking Corporation
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today the signing of an Agreement and Plan of Merger with FMB Banking Corporation (“FMB”), parent company of Farmers & Merchants Bank, pursuant to which First Bancshares has agreed to acquire 100% of the common stock of FMB in a combined stock and cash transaction.
Jul 23, 2018 08:04 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 121.7% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders and a 102.7% Increase in Operating Net Earnings for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2018; Declares
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $5.2 million for the second quarter of 2018, an increase of $2.9 million or 121.7%, compared to $2.4 million for the second quarter of 2017.
May 25, 2018 08:20 am ET
Market Trends Toward New Normal in Independent Bank, First Busey, American Public Education, The First Bancshares, Northfield, and Akari Therapeutics — Emerging Consolidated Expectations, Analyst Rati
In new independent research reports released early this morning, Fundamental Markets released its latest key findings for all current investors, traders, and shareholders of Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ:IBCP), First Busey Corporation...
May 01, 2018 04:06 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Private Placement of $66 Million of Subordinated Notes
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today that it has completed a private placement of $66 million in aggregate principal amount of fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes (the “Notes”) to certain institutional investors.
Apr 24, 2018 08:13 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 252.7% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders and a 58.4% Increase in Operating Net Earnings for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2018; Declares
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $4.0 million for the first quarter 2018, an increase of $2.8 million or 252.7%, compared to $1.1 million for the first quarter 2017. Operating
Apr 03, 2018 07:50 am ET
Investor Expectations to Drive Momentum within Park Electrochemical, KLX, Simmons First National, Towne Bank, Omega Flex, and The First Bancshares — Discovering Underlying Factors of Influence
NEW YORK, April 03, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In new independent research reports released early this morning, Fundamental Markets released its latest key findings for all current investors, traders, and shareholders of Park Electrochemical Corporation (NYSE:PKE), KLX Inc....
Apr 02, 2018 09:15 am ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Sunshine Financial, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Sunshine Financial, Inc. (“Sunshine”). Following completion of the acquisition, Sunshine’s subsidiary bank, Sunshine Community Bank, was merged with The First, with The First as the surviving bank. As a result of this transaction, The First has expanded its footprint in the Florida panhandle with the addition of five branch
Mar 01, 2018 04:01 pm ET
First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Southwest Banc Shares, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Southwest Banc Shares, Inc. (“Southwest”). Following completion of the acquisition, Southwest’s subsidiary bank, First Community Bank, was merged with The First, with The First as the surviving bank. As a result of this transaction, The First has expanded its footprint in Alabama with the addition of nine branches in the Mo
Feb 02, 2018 08:20 am ET
Research Report Identifies United Financial, Meta Financial Group, UNITIL, Corning, The First Bancshares, and Exxon Mobil with Renewed Outlook — Fundamental Analysis, Calculating Forward Movement
NEW YORK, Feb. 02, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In new independent research reports released early this morning, Fundamental Markets released its latest key findings for all current investors, traders, and shareholders of United Financial Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:UBNK), Meta...
Jan 26, 2018 04:14 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports a 9.8% Increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders and a 70.3% Increase in Operating Net Earnings for the Year Ended December 31, 2017; Declares an Incre
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today net income available to common shareholders of $10.6 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, an increase of $0.9 million or 9.8%, compared to $9.7 million for the fiscal year e
Dec 06, 2017 05:37 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Sunshine Financial, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association (“The First”), announced today the signing of an Agreement and Plan of Merger with Sunshine Financial, Inc. (“Sunshine”), parent company of Sunshine Community Bank, under which First Bancshares has agreed to acquire 100% of the common stock of Sunshine in a combined stock and cash transaction.
Oct 31, 2017 04:00 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Closing of Common Stock Offering and Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today the closing of its underwritten public offering of 2,012,500 shares of its common stock, which includes 262,500 shares of common stock issued upon the exercise in full of the option to purchase additional shares granted to the underwriters, at a public offering price of $29.00 per share. The net proceeds to the Company, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses,
Oct 27, 2017 08:57 am ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Pricing of Upsized Common Stock Offering
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today that it has priced an underwritten public offering of 1,750,000 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $29.00 per share for gross proceeds of approximately $50.8 million. The net proceeds to the Company, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions but before deducting estimated offering expenses, are expected to be approximately $48.2 million. The Company has granted the underwri
Oct 24, 2017 05:43 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces Commencement of Common Stock Offering
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (the “Company”), the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced today the commencement of an underwritten public offering of approximately $45 million of shares of its common stock to the public. The Company also expects to grant to the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase additional shares of its common stock at the public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions.
Oct 24, 2017 05:41 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Southwest Banc Shares, Inc.
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) (“First Bancshares” or “the Company”), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (“The First”) announced today the signing of an Agreement and Plan of Merger with Southwest Banc Shares, Inc. (“Southwest”), parent company of First Community Bank (“First Community”), Chatom, Alabama, under which First Bancshares has agreed to acquire 100% of the common stock of Southwest in a combined stock and cash transaction.
Oct 24, 2017 05:40 pm ET
The First Bancshares, Inc. Reports Quarterly Results and Declares Quarterly Dividend
The First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS), holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, (www.thefirstbank.com) reported today a 90.7% increase ($2.2 million) in net income available to common shareholders for the third quarter of 2017 compared to the third quarter of 2016. Net income available to common shareholde
Dec 01, 2016 11:45 am ET
Lifshitz & Miller Law Firm Files Class Action Lawsuit against The First Bancshares, Inc.
NEW YORK, Dec.1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifshitz & Miller, a securities class action law firm focused on representing shareholders nationwide, announces that on November 9, 2016, Lifshitz & Miller filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of shareholders of The First Bancshares, Inc. (FBMS) ("First Bancshares" or the "Company") for possible corporate misconduct and violations of federal securities laws in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi, Case No. 2:16-cv-194-KS-MTP.

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