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ServisFirst Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:SFBS) began the first quarter of 2024 on a positive note, showcasing significant growth in net loans and a robust loan pipeline. The bank's Chief Credit Officer, Henry Abbott, reported an improvement in credit quality, while the Chief Financial Officer, Kirk Pressley, noted the highest net interest income since Q1 of 2023 and an optimistic outlook for the year. The bank is preparing to enter a new market and has strengthened its team with nine new bankers. Despite a rise in non-performing assets, which was attributed to a single credit, ServisFirst remains well-positioned against its competitors in this area. The bank's liquidity position appears solid, with expectations of deposit growth and a lift in yields on earning assets. ServisFirst's customer base is expanding, buoyed by a more optimistic outlook and receding recession concerns.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: NYSE:MMC) has delivered robust financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with significant growth in underlying revenue across all business segments. The company reported a 9% increase in underlying revenue, an 11% rise in adjusted operating income, and a 14% growth in adjusted EPS. Additionally, Marsh McLennan completed $300 million in share repurchases and made strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position. The firm\’s insurance and reinsurance market conditions remained stable, with rate increases in primary insurance and reinsurance markets meeting the higher demand. Looking ahead, Marsh McLennan forecasts continued mid-single-digit or better underlying revenue growth, margin expansion, and strong adjusted EPS growth for the full year.

Forestar Group Inc . (NYSE:FOR) reported a robust performance in its second quarter, with a significant increase in net income and consolidated revenues. The company\’s net income rose by 67% to $45 million, while consolidated revenues grew by 11% to $333.8 million. The number of lots sold also saw a 10% increase, reaching 3,289.

Investing.com– Asian chipmaking stocks fell sharply on Friday after sector major TSMC flagged a weak outlook for the semiconductor industry, even as demand from artificial intelligence helped the firm clock stronger first-quarter earnings.

By Shivansh Tiwary

By Sarah Young

(Reuters) – Omnicom Group (NYSE:OMC) beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit and revenue on Tuesday, helped by solid demand for its advertising services amid major political and sports events.

Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:BAC) delivered a robust financial performance in the first quarter, with net income reaching $6.7 billion and earnings per share (EPS) at $0.76, despite a $0.07 reduction due to an FDIC special assessment expense.

Morgan Stanley (MS) has reported robust first-quarter results for 2024, marking a significant surge in its wealth management business. The firm announced $15 billion in revenue, alongside an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.02 and a return on tangible equity of 20%. The company\’s wealth management division recorded record revenues and net new assets totaling $95 billion.

By Cassandra Garrison

M&T Bank (NYSE: MTB) has released its first-quarter financial results for 2024, showcasing a mix of strong loan growth and controlled expenses, alongside community-focused initiatives. The bank reported a stable Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio and a slight decrease in net interest income, while expenses only increased marginally compared to the previous year.