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    Brian HaglerKennedy Capital Management

    Brian Hagler is a Portfolio Manager and Research Analyst at Kennedy Capital Management, specializing in bank sector strategies and financials, including banks and specialty finance companies. He is responsible for selecting and monitoring securities within these sectors, leveraging his deep expertise developed over a career that began at Bank of America Capital Management in equity research, with prior experience as a senior financial analyst and underwriter at Bank of America. Since joining Kennedy Capital Management in November 2004, Hagler has built a track record of performance in financial sector investing, although specific success metrics and company coverage details are not publicly disclosed. He holds both a B.S.B.A. in Finance and an M.B.A. from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, reflecting robust academic credentials in finance.

    Brian Hagler's questions to Third Coast Bancshares Inc (TCBX) leadership

    Brian Hagler's questions to Third Coast Bancshares Inc (TCBX) leadership • Q4 2024

    Question

    Brian Hagler noted the consistent quarterly earnings growth and asked if management expects this trend to continue in 2025, particularly given potential Q1 deposit seasonality.

    Answer

    Executive John McWhorter expressed strong confidence that earnings growth will continue, stating they 'don't see that stopping anytime soon.' He anticipates future quarters will be better than Q4, supported by a stable margin, controlled expense growth of ~4%, 8% loan growth, and rising fee income. Executive Bart Caraway added that the company's momentum is like a 'flywheel,' with strategic initiatives continuing to pay off. John McWhorter also highlighted optimism around credit quality, expecting charge-offs to remain low.

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