India, July 20 -- On Monday, Investar Holding Corp. (ISTR), a financial company, reported significantly higher income in the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. This was due to the higher interest income generated in the same quarter
Net income available to the common shareholders rose to $8.94 million, from $4.49 million in the same quarter last year.
Earnings per share for the period went up to $0.61, from $0.46 in the previous year.
Core Earnings per share increased to $0.75, from $0.47 in the prior year.
The total interest income in 2026 climbed to $53.20 million, from $35.36 million in 2025.
Net Interest Income increased to $33.45 million, from $32.66 million a year ago.
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