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Lakeland Financial Reports Q3 Profit Gain on Wider Interest Margin

No forward guidance leaves Wall Street sticking with a hold view.

Overview

  • Net income rose 13% year over year to $26.4 million, with EPS of $1.03.
  • Net interest margin expanded 34 basis points to 3.50%, lifting net interest income by 14%.
  • Loan originations topped $400 million, supported by commercial and industrial lending.
  • Noninterest income increased 9% on higher commercial loan fees and wealth advisory fees.
  • The CET1 capital ratio was 15.06%, and the company gave no guidance as analysts maintain a hold rating with a $68 median 12‑month target.