Business First Bancshares, INC

Business First Bancshares, Inc. announced Q2 2026 financial results, reporting net income of $22.8 million and declaring a quarterly common dividend of $0.15 per share.

Business First Bancshares shareholders elected directors, approved executive compensation, and ratified auditor appointment at the May 21, 2026 annual meeting.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. reported Q1 2026 financial results, including net income of $22.2 million, and declared quarterly dividends.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. announced the successful private placement of $85.0 million in 6.50% fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes due 2036.

Business First Bancshares announced the resignation of Scott Padurean, Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of its subsidiary b1BANK, effective March 6, 2026.

Business First Bancshares announced robust financial results for fiscal year 2025 and Q4 2025, alongside a correction to its quarterly dividend dates.

Business First Bancshares reports increased assets and net income driven by the Progressive acquisition, with loan growth and stable capital ratios.

Business First Bancshares reports Q1 2026 net income of $23.6 million, driven by the acquisition of Progressive Bancorp.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. reported a significant increase in net income and earnings per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by strategic acquisitions and improved financial performance.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. reported a significant increase in net income and earnings per share for the second quarter and first half of 2025, driven by strategic acquisitions and improved net interest income, despite a rise in nonperforming loans.

Business First Bancshares saw a significant increase in net income available to common shareholders for Q1 2025, primarily due to the acquisition of Oakwood Bancshares and growth in net interest income.

Business First Bancshares experienced a decrease in net income available to common shareholders for the third quarter of 2024, while also seeing growth in total assets, loans, and deposits.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. announced significant financial growth in 2025, driven by increased net income and strategic acquisitions, despite a rise in nonperforming loans.

Business First Bancshares reports a 19.3% increase in total assets for FY24 but identifies a material weakness in its internal control over financial reporting related to IT general controls.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. released its annual 10-K report, outlining its financial performance, risk factors, and regulatory compliance for the year ended December 31, 2023.

Keith Mansfield, EVP&COO of b1Bank of Business First Bancshares, Inc., sold 4,200 shares of common stock on July 30, 2026 for $32.08 per share.

George W. Cummings Iii, a Director of Business First Bancshares, Inc., sold 20,000 shares of common stock on July 30, 2026.

George W. Cummings Iii, a Director of Business First Bancshares, Inc., sold 20,000 shares of common stock on July 28, 2026.

Steven Gerard White, a Director at Business First Bancshares, Inc., reported transactions involving restricted stock units and common stock.

Director Keith Tillage of Business First Bancshares, Inc. reported transactions involving the acquisition of restricted stock units and common stock.

Director Zeenat Sidi reported transactions involving the acquisition of restricted stock units and common stock of Business First Bancshares, Inc.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. has issued its proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, scheduled for May 21, 2026, detailing director elections, executive compensation, and auditor ratification.

Business First Bancshares will hold its annual shareholder meeting on May 22, 2025, to elect directors, vote on executive compensation, and ratify the appointment of its audit firm.

Business First Bancshares is asking shareholders to approve the 2024 Equity Incentive Plan to attract and retain top talent and align executive compensation with shareholder value.

BlackRock, Inc. has reported a beneficial ownership of 8.0% in Business First Bancshares, Inc., holding 2,607,517 shares.

Vanguard Capital Management has reported beneficial ownership of 1,675,898 shares, representing 5.12% of the outstanding common stock of Business First Bancshares Inc.

The Vanguard Group has filed an amended Schedule 13G, reporting 0% beneficial ownership of Business First Bancshares Inc. common stock due to an internal realignment.

BlackRock, Inc. has filed an amended Schedule 13G, revealing a 6.7% beneficial ownership stake in Business First Bancshares, Inc. as of March 31, 2025.