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    Apr 16, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Home BancShares, Inc. Q1 FY26 — Strong Capital and Returns Amidst Credit Headwinds

    Home BancShares delivered a strong Q1 FY26, marked by record book values and robust capital levels, despite navigating a significant nonaccrual credit and a competitive rate environment. The company continues to prioritize conservative balance sheet management and shareholder returns through buybacks, while actively seeking accretive M&A opportunities. Management expressed caution regarding the economic outlook, particularly inflation and credit quality, but remains confident in its ability to manage potential challenges.

    Highlights

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    • Record book value per share of $22.15 and tangible book value per share of $14.87, up 13% year-over-year.

    • Strong capital ratios with CET1 at 16.7% and total risk-based capital at 19.5%.

    • Net income of $118.2 million, a 2.09% return on assets and 16.56% return on tangible common equity.

    • Noninterest-bearing balances grew by $126 million, now accounting for 22.5% of total deposits.

    • S&P Global ranked Home's performance for 2025 as #2 of all US banks over $10 billion.

    Concerns

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    • A $110 million Texas C&I credit moved to nonaccrual this quarter, impacting NIM by 4 basis points.

    • Loan yields declined by 15 basis points to 7.08% due to variable rate resets.

    • Anticipated higher loan payoffs in Q2 and Q3, with Q2 potentially seeing close to $1 billion in payoffs.

    • Noninterest income was the lowest since December 2024, partly due to an FDIC assessment.

    • Inflation is not dead, with potential for rates to go back up before coming down, posing a risk to the balance sheet.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Mountain Commerce conversion timing
    November
    medium materiality
    High
    Mountain Commerce anticipated savings realization
    End of 2026
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Loan payoffs
    Close to $1 billion
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Loan payoffs
    Approach $1 billion
    medium materiality
    Medium
    CCFG portfolio growth
    Mid-single-digit type of growth
    medium materiality
    Medium

    Operational metrics

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    Book value per share
    $22.15
    Q1 FY26

    Record-setting metric.

    Tangible book value per share
    $14.87$1.72 per share increase year-over-year
    Q1 FY26

    Record-setting metric.

    Return on assets (ROA)
    2.09%
    Q1 FY26

    Achieved despite fewer days in the quarter.

    Return on tangible common equity (ROTCE)
    16.56%
    Q1 FY26

    Achieved despite fewer days in the quarter.

    Pretax pre-provision net revenue
    $100 million to $160 million
    Quarterly

    Consistent quarterly level over the last several years.

    Total risk-based capital
    19.5%
    Q1 FY26

    Capital levels continue to build.

    Core net interest margin
    4.51%down 5 bps vs Q4 FY25 normalized
    Q1 FY26

    Reported NIM with no event income. Would have been 4.55% if the nonaccrual credit was on accrual.

    Net interest margin (March exit)
    4.49%
    March FY26

    Exit NIM for March. Transcription note: '49' likely an ASR error for '4.49%' given context of 4.51% for the quarter.

    Loan yield
    7.08%down 15 bps QoQ
    Q1 FY26

    Overall loan yield. Decline attributed to variable rate resets.

    Interest-bearing deposit costs
    2.35%declined 12 bps QoQ
    Q1 FY26

    Reflects repricing efforts.

    Total deposit costs
    1.83%
    Q1 FY26

    Total cost of deposits.

    Noninterest income (impact of specific events)
    $1.6 million
    Q1 FY26

    Impact of the nonaccrual Texas credit on the quarter's results.

    Noninterest income (specific event)
    $5.7 million
    Q3 FY25

    One of the variety of events that have historically contributed to the 'other income' line.

    Noninterest income (specific event)
    $3.9 million
    Q1 FY25

    One of the variety of events that have historically contributed to the 'other income' line.

    CCFG portfolio
    $2.1 billionup $60 million QoQ
    Q1 FY26

    Portfolio growth supported by new loan production.

    CCFG new loan production
    $370 millionin line with prior year levels
    Q1 FY26

    Loan production remains steady.

    CCFG payoffs
    $200 millionconsistent with historical averages
    Q1 FY26

    Expected slightly higher payoffs in the future.

    Private credit balances
    $87 milliondown over 80% from peak
    Q1 FY26

    Reduction in private credit exposure over the past 3 years.

    Deposit balances
    $258 millionincreased QoQ
    Q1 FY26

    Driven by Florida regions. Expect some headwinds in Q2 from tax payments.

    Noninterest-bearing balances
    $126 milliongrew QoQ
    Q1 FY26

    A highlight from the quarter.

    Total loan production
    $917 millionsoftened QoQ
    Q1 FY26

    Softened coming off a strong Q4.

    Total loan production
    a little over $2 billion
    Q4 FY25

    Strong fourth quarter, seasonally high.

    Total loan production
    a little north of $1 billion
    Prior quarters (excluding Q4 FY25)

    Typical production level in quarters prior to Q4 FY25.

    Ending loan balances
    down a little over $50 millionQoQ
    Q1 FY26

    Downward trend expected to continue into Q2 for legacy bank.

    Average loan balances
    up $174 millionlinked-quarter
    Q1 FY26

    Despite ending balances dropping late in the quarter.

    Mountain Commerce loans added
    over $1.4 billion
    Q1 FY26

    Added to the balance sheet through acquisition.

    Loan payoffs
    $650 million
    Q1 FY26

    Payoffs in the first quarter.

    Loan payoffs
    $750 million to $950 million
    Q4 FY25

    Payoffs in the quarter prior to Q1 FY26. Transcription note: ASR error, speaker likely stated a range or multiple figures.

    Private credit attachment point
    58%
    Q1 FY26

    Attachment point of remaining private credit exposure, primarily within AA-rated structures.

    Private credit duration
    under 3 years
    Historical

    Intentional focus on shorter duration positions allowed active exit of facilities.

    Corporate lending facilities exited
    8
    Past 3 years

    Exited through repayment as they reached the end of their reinvestment period.

    Nonaccrual balances (Texas C&I credit)
    $110 million
    Q1 FY26

    Credit moved to nonaccrual this quarter, had been monitored intensely for 8 months.

    Loan loss reserves
    right at $300 million
    Q1 FY26

    One of the highest reserve percentages, provides confidence in dealing with credit issues.

    Early stage past dues
    below 50 basis points
    Q1 FY26

    Indicates strong asset quality despite the large nonaccrual increase.

    Shares repurchased
    507,000
    Q1 FY26

    Company will continue to be active with its share repurchase plan.

    Mountain Commerce shares to repurchase
    about 5.5 million
    Future

    Goal to buy back all shares issued in the Mountain Commerce transaction.

    Core expenses
    $115 million
    Q1 FY26

    Decent base for expenses. Mountain Commerce adds $7 million-$7.5 million per quarter initially.

    Mountain Commerce expense add
    $7 million to $7.5 million
    Quarterly

    Added to core expenses until conversion and cost saves are realized.

    Loan production yields (average)
    7.2% to 7.25%
    Q1 FY26

    Average production yields for the quarter.

    Loan production yields (UniBank footprint)
    6.99% to 7%
    Q1 FY26

    Yields in the UniBank footprint, north of prime.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Loansup $174 millionUSD
    Depositsincreased $258 millionUSD
    Rotce ROE16.56%%
    Cet1 ratio16.7%%
    Capital returns507,000 sharesshares
    Fee income lines—
    Allowance reservesright at $300 millionUSD
    Net interest income$118.2 millionUSD
    Net interest margin4.51%%
    Net charge offs nplsbelow 50 basis pointsbps

    Deals & partnerships

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    Mountain CommerceMerger with Mountain Commerce Bank

    The merger was completed, but the system conversion will not start until November due to an existing back-office computer upgrade. This will delay the full realization of cost savings.

    Risks & headwinds

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    Texas C&I credit nonaccrualQ1 FY26, resolution expected in next quarter or two

    $110 million credit moved to nonaccrual; 4 bps impact to NIM; $1.6 million impact to net interest income.

    Mitigation: Forbearance agreement executed; legal counsel advising; anticipate either payoff or liquidation of collateral; no additional loss expected due to sufficient assets and personal guarantees; strong reserves ($300M) and consistent PPNR ($100M-$160M) provide buffer.

    Inflation and interest rate uncertaintyNear to medium term

    Inflation is not dead; rates could go back up before coming down; reference to late '70s/early '80s 21% rates.

    Mitigation: Being very careful on the loan side; conservative balance sheet management; monitoring for 'cockroaches' in asset classes; management believes market pricing on acquisition deals is more in line with correct value.

    Elevated loan payoffsQ2 and Q3 FY26

    Q2 projected payoffs close to $1 billion; Q3 could approach that. Q1 payoffs were $650 million, compared to $750 million-$950 million in Q4 FY25.

    Mitigation: Pipeline process provides visibility into payoffs; Mountain Commerce acquisition will add over $1.4 billion in loans; hope to offset with new production, but it will be challenging.

    Private credit market conditionsOngoing

    CCFG reduced private credit exposure by over 80% from $500 million peak to $87 million due to yield compression and loosening credit standards.

    Mitigation: Maintaining a cautious stance; bias towards further reductions; waiting for market dislocation and 'capitulation' on pricing before considering expansion; focus on shorter duration positions and AA-rated structures with strong sponsor equity support.

    Noninterest income being lowest since December 2024Q1 FY26

    Lowest since December 2024, partly due to FDIC assessment.

    Mitigation: Hopes for improvement in next quarter; management noted the absence of specific event-driven income this quarter.

    Problem credits (Boat loan and Dallas apartments)Ongoing resolution

    $5 million boat loan; Dallas apartments with no anticipated loss.

    Mitigation: Boat loan is going to trial in June; company has possession of the boat. Dallas apartments are in receivership, working through safety issues, no loss anticipated as it has been written down.

    What to watch in Q2 FY26

    4

    Texas C&I credit resolution

    next quarter or two
    Current$110 million nonaccrual
    TargetResolution (payoff or liquidation) with no additional loss

    Why it matters

    This large credit significantly impacted Q1 NIM and its resolution will remove a major overhang on credit quality and earnings.

    We've entered into a short term for BC agreement with multiple deadlines and requirements. We are advised by legal counsel not to discuss in that. I can say we're either going to get paid off or will liquidate the existing canal. We do not anticipate any additional loss

    Q&A highlights

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    How aggressive will the company be in acquiring more assets, and would they consider loosening the 'triple accretive' mantra for a deal?

    John Allison firmly stated that the company will not dilute shareholders, as he is the largest individual shareholder and believes dilution harms long-term investors. They will bid to the maximum they can without dilution and will not pursue deals that do not fit their philosophy, even if it means missing out on some opportunities.

    “I'm the largest individual shareholder, and I'm not interested in diluting myself. So I think I hurt our shareholders and we do you know my philosophy on that. we stretch as much as we can on the trade. But people have joined this company because we don't dilute.”

    asked by Stephen Scouten · answered by John Allison

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Balance Sheet Strength and Performance Recognition

    Home BancShares highlighted its robust balance sheet, achieving record book value per share of $22.15 and tangible book value per share of $14.87, representing a 13% year-over-year increase. The company also reported strong capital ratios, with CET1 at 16.7% and total risk-based capital at 19.5%. S&P Global recognized Home's performance for 2025 as the #2 bank in the U.S. over $10 billion, underscoring its consistent operating performance and conservative management.

    02

    Mountain Commerce Acquisition and Integration

    The merger with Mountain Commerce was completed, adding over $1.4 billion in loans to the balance sheet. However, due to an ongoing back-office computer upgrade, the system conversion for Mountain Commerce will not begin until November 2026, delaying the full realization of anticipated savings until the end of 2026. Management expects the Mountain Commerce team to quickly integrate and contribute positively to loan production and the Tennessee franchise.

    03

    Private Credit Strategy and De-risking

    CCFG, the company's corporate lending arm, significantly reduced its private credit exposure by over 80% from a peak of $500 million in 2022 to $87 million today. This reduction was driven by observed yield compression, loosening of credit standards, and increased equity inflows from retail investors into private credit vehicles. CCFG maintains a cautious stance, biased towards further reductions, believing it is still early in the credit cycle and awaiting more appropriate market pricing and credit support.

    04

    Loan Portfolio Dynamics and Payoff Visibility

    Ending loan balances dropped by over $50 million in Q1, though average loan balances increased by $174 million linked-quarter. The company anticipates higher payoffs in Q2 and Q3, with Q2 projected to be close to $1 billion. Management noted that their pipeline process offers more visibility into payoffs than new loan production, which is typically approved closer to funding. Despite this, they expect Mountain Commerce to be accretive to loan production.

    05

    Credit Quality and Specific Problem Credits

    A $110 million Texas C&I credit moved to nonaccrual this quarter, impacting NIM by 4 basis points. Management expressed confidence in resolving this credit without additional loss, citing strong guarantors and in-demand assets. Other problem credits, including a $5 million boat loan and Dallas apartments, are being actively managed, with no anticipated losses. Criticized assets remained flat, and early-stage past dues were below 50 basis points, with loan loss reserves covering 15 years of historical charge-offs.

    06

    M&A Philosophy and Capital Allocation

    Chairman John Allison reiterated the company's strict anti-dilution philosophy for M&A, emphasizing shareholder value. While open to new deals, particularly in Florida and Tennessee, the focus remains on accretive transactions that align with their conservative approach. The company continues to actively repurchase stock, buying back 507,000 shares for $13.9 million in Q1, with a goal to offset shares issued in the Mountain Commerce transaction, similar to the Happy Bank deal.

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