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Operations: Red River Bancshares generates revenue primarily through its financial service operations, amounting to $112.27 million. The company’s net profit margin is a key indicator of its profitability.

Red River Bancshares, a smaller financial player with total assets of US$3.2 billion and equity of US$333.3 million, stands out for its robust financial health. With total deposits at US$2.8 billion and loans amounting to US$2.1 billion, it operates with a net interest margin of 3%. The bank’s allowance for bad loans is notably sufficient at 431%, while non-performing loans are just 0.2%—a reassuringly low figure in the banking sector. Despite trading significantly below its estimated fair value, Red River’s earnings grew by 8.8% last year, surpassing industry averages and showcasing high-quality past earnings potential for growth ahead.

NasdaqGS:RRBI Earnings and Revenue Growth as at May 2025

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Overview: Associated Capital Group, Inc. operates as an investment advisory firm in the United States, with a market capitalization of approximately $813.80 million.

Operations: AC generates revenue primarily from its investment advisory and asset management services, amounting to $12.29 million.

Associated Capital Group, a nimble player in the capital markets, stands out with its debt-free status and a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.3x, which is below the industry average of 28.4x. Despite earnings growth over the past year at 13.9% not keeping pace with the industry’s 16%, its five-year annual earnings growth rate of 10.7% reflects steady progress. A significant one-off gain of US$36.9M has impacted recent financial results, highlighting potential volatility in reported figures. Recent executive changes see Patrick Huvane stepping in as Interim CEO following Douglas R. Jamieson’s retirement from his executive roles while remaining on the board.

NYSE:AC Debt to Equity as at May 2025

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Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqCM:PSIX NasdaqGS:RRBI and NYSE:AC.

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