Equity Bancshares Reports Higher Q4 Profit, Shares Climb

Equity Bancshares (EQBK) reports increased net income for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025, citing higher net interest income and improved loan demand. Net income rose to $18.7 million, or $0.92 per diluted share, compared to $16.3 million, or $0.81 per share, in the same period a year earlier. The gain was driven by a 9% year-over-year increase in net interest income, which reached $48.2 million, as the company maintained a stable net interest margin of 3.62%. Total loans grew 4.1% from Q3 2025, reaching $3.8 billion, while deposits increased to $4.9 billion. CEO Brad Elliott noted disciplined balance sheet management and strong regional economic conditions in Kansas and Missouri contributed to performance. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.31 per common share, payable on February 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of January 31, 2026.