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South Plains Financial delivers solid Q2 with BOH integration and growth focus

Jul 17, 2026, 6:27 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The company posted an earnings beat with meaningful margin stability and strong capital ratios, plus sizable post-merger deposits and loan growth from BOH integration. Leadership changes are supportive if smooth; near-term upside possible as synergies materialize and Texas expansion gains traction.

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South Plains Financial posted a solid Q2 2026, underscored by $19.0 million of net income and $0.96 EPS, with a 4.00% tax-equivalent net interest margin. The Bank of Houston (BOH) integration boosted deposits to $4.64B and loans to $3.77B, while tangible book value reached $29.57 per share. A leadership transition to Cory Newsom accompanies plans to expand lending in Texas markets and optimize the BOH merger benefits.

SPFI Q2 2026 net income $19.0M; diluted EPS $0.96.
Net interest margin 4.00%; average cost of deposits 208 bps.
Bank of Houston merger completed; BOH assets $685M, deposits $595.6M as of 3/31/26.
Deposits rose to $4.64B; loans held for investment $3.77B.
Leadership transition: Cory Newsom named CEO; Curtis Griffith retiring year-end.

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South Plains Financial delivers solid Q2 with BOH integration and growth focus

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