The First Bancshares, Inc. reported earnings results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2023. For the third quarter, the company reported net interest income was USD 60.7 million compared to USD 49.15 million a year ago. Net income was USD 24.36 million compared to USD 14.04 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 0.78 compared to USD 0.61 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 0.77 compared to USD 0.61 a year ago.
For the nine months, net interest income was USD 191.66 million compared to USD 129.89 million a year ago. Net income was USD 64.41 million compared to USD 46.62 million a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 2.04 compared to USD 2.17 a year ago.