First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results
First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. (FGBI) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. EXHIBIT 99.1 OCTOBER 27, 2026 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: ERIC J. DOSCH, CFO 985.375.0308 First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results Hammond, Louisiana , October 27, 2026 – First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. ("First Guaranty") (NASDAQ: FGB
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The Q3 results reflect both operational improvement and a one‑time gain from the Texas asset sale, offering a clearer view of the bank's path to compliance.
Market read
Fresh earnings and asset‑sale details provide a trading catalyst for FGBI and may influence sentiment toward similar small‑cap banks.
What to watch
Higher allowance for credit losses and reduced leverage may signal ongoing stress despite the profit swing.
Background
First Guaranty Bancshares is a regional bank under a FDIC consent order, undertaking balance‑sheet cleanup.
Ticker impact
First Guaranty Bancshares reported Q3 2026 earnings with a swing to $12M net income and disclosed a $17.9M deposit premium from the Texas assets sale.
upward pressure as investors price in the profit swing and sale premium.
The company turned a $45M loss year‑over‑year into a $12M profit and highlighted a $17.9M deposit premium, both fresh and material for a regional bank.
Market effects
Regional banking sector may see modest uplift as peers assess similar asset‑sale strategies.
U.S. small‑cap banking stocks could experience short‑term buying pressure.
Limited to U.S. banking niche; no broader macro impact.
Counterpoint
The sale reduces deposit base and loan portfolio, potentially weakening long‑term earnings capacity.
Key entities
- companyFirst Guaranty Bancshares, Inc.
NASDAQ‑listed regional bank reporting Q3 2026 results.
- companyArmstrong Bank
Acquirer of First Guaranty’s Texas operations.

