Simmons First National 3Q 2026: Net income $47.1M, EPS $0.32— 10-Q Summary

Simmons First National Corp. reported 3Q 2026 net income of $47.1M, or $0.32 per share, reversing a $562.8M loss from the prior year. Net interest income rose 9.3% YoY to $204M, while noninterest income improved from a $756.2M loss. The company plans to close 26 branches, with estimated pretax costs of $20M-$23M, aiming to cut expenses and boost profitability.

Original reporting
Published Nov 4, 2026, 8:51 PM UTC
Analysis
AlphAI AI DeskAI-generated
Added to AlphAI Nov 4, 2026, 9:03 PM UTC. Informational, not investment advice.
How this was made
AlphAI summarizes source reporting and applies a structured AI analysis for relevance, timing, sentiment and ticker impact. Always verify material claims with the original publisher.
Simmons First National 3Q 2026: Net income $47.1M, EPS $0.32— 10-Q Summary — source image
Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SFNCBullishMed
01

Why it matters

Earnings surprise may trigger short covering and buying interest, but ongoing loan quality concerns could limit upside.

02

Market read

Earnings turnaround is the primary catalyst for potential price movement in SFNC.

03

What to watch

Branch closures and rising non‑performing loans could weigh on future earnings.

Relevance 6/10Novelty 7/10Timing: after-hours

Background

The 10‑Q filing provides the first public disclosure of the quarter's financial results, including a profit swing and operational updates.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SFNCBullishHigh confidence
Context

Simmons First National Corp. posted Q3 2026 net income of $47.1M versus a $562.8M loss a year earlier, a material earnings surprise.

Expected impact

potential upward pressure as the market prices in the earnings turnaround

Evidence & confidence

The shift from a large loss to profit is a fresh, material fact that can move the share price in the near term.

Market effects

Improves outlook for regional banks as a peer shows earnings recovery.

May boost sentiment in U.S. community banking sector.

Limited to U.S. banking sector; no broader macro effect.

Counterpoint

If the profit swing is viewed as a one‑off due to non‑recurring items, the stock could face downside.

Key entities

  • Simmons First National Corp.

    U.S. regional bank reporting Q3 2026 results.

Related articles

$SFNCMed

Simmons First National stock price target raised to $25 by DA Davidson

DA Davidson raised its price target for Simmons First National (SFNC) to $25, citing strong Q3 results that exceeded net interest margin and EPS expectations. The firm expects continued net interest margin expansion and modest net interest income growth. SFNC's Q3 earnings met estimates, but revenue missed slightly. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods also adjusted its price target to $25, maintaining an Outperform rating.

$SFNCMed

Simmons First National Corp (SFNC) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Margin Expansion

Simmons First National Corp (SFNC) reported Q3 2026 earnings, highlighting margin expansion and strategic reinvestments. CFO Daniel Hobbs noted expense growth may be flat or slightly down for 2026, with savings from initiatives not yet fully realized. CEO Jay Brogdon emphasized deposit growth and talent investment, while CFO Hobbs discussed a 3.92% net interest margin with upside potential. The bank added $550 million in swaps for downside protection and saw deposit costs fall 8 basis points.

$SFNCMed

DA Davidson maintains Neutral on Simmons First stock after mixed Q3

DA Davidson reiterated a Neutral rating on Simmons First National (SFNC) with a $24.00 price target after mixed Q3 results. SFNC reported sequential net interest income growth and stronger-than-expected net interest margin, but loans declined by $600M. EPS met expectations at $0.54, while revenue of $251.2M missed forecasts. Credit metrics weakened slightly, with non-performing assets increasing to 1.07%.

$SFNCMed

What Simmons First National (SFNC) Said on Its Q3 Earnings Call

Simmons First National (SFNC) reported Q3 net interest margin of 3.92%, up 8 basis points from Q2, with earnings per share rising by $0.04. Management expects margin upside from asset replacement and funding strategies, while cautioning about near-term balance-sheet contraction. The company plans to reinvest savings in growth areas and maintain disciplined lending.

$SFNCMedAI 8/10

Simmons First National reports $47.1 million third quarter profit

Simmons First National Corporation reported a $47.1 million profit in Q3 2026, reversing a $562.8 million loss from Q3 2025 due to balance sheet restructuring. Earnings per share improved to a 32-cent profit from a $4 loss. Total assets decreased slightly to $24 billion, while net interest income rose by $4 million from Q2. The company's shares closed at $22.26, up 1%.