The First Bancshares, Inc. reported earnings results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2023. For the second quarter, the company reported net interest income was USD 66.03 million compared to USD 42.1 million a year ago. Net income was USD 23.78 million compared to USD 15.75 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 0.76 compared to USD 0.77 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 0.75 compared to USD 0.76 a year ago.
For the six months, net interest income was USD 130.96 million compared to USD 80.74 million a year ago. Net income was USD 40.05 million compared to USD 32.58 million a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 1.27 compared to USD 1.57 a year ago.