Ameris Bancorp operates as the bank holding company for Ameris Bank that provides range of banking services to retail and commercial customers primarily in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, and South Carolina. The company operates through five segments: Banking Division, Retail Mortgage Division, Warehouse Lending Division, SBA Division, and Premium Finance Division. It offers commercial and retail checking, regular interest-bearing savings, money market, individual retirement, and certificates of deposit accounts. The company also provides commercial real estate, residential real estate mortgage, agricultural, and commercial and industrial loans; consumer loans, including motor vehicle, home improvement, and home equity loans, as well as loans secured by savings accounts and small unsecured personal credit lines. In addition, it originates, administers, and services commercial insurance premium loans and small business administration loans. The company operates 164 full service domestic banking offices and 33 mortgage and loan production offices. Ameris Bancorp was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
IPO Year: 1994
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: amerisbank.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Outperform → Mkt Perform | Raymond James | |
| 11/25/2025 | $80.00 | Hold | Truist |
| 11/25/2025 | $87.00 | Buy | DA Davidson |
| 4/4/2025 | $74.00 | Overweight | Piper Sandler |
| 10/28/2024 | $67.00 | Mkt Perform → Outperform | Raymond James |
| 10/10/2023 | $44.00 | Neutral → Buy | DA Davidson |
| 4/4/2023 | $41.00 | Equal-Weight | Stephens |
| 12/5/2022 | $62.00 | Overweight | Piper Sandler |
| 10/31/2022 | Outperform → Mkt Perform | Raymond James | |
| 12/30/2021 | $56.00 → $57.00 | Equal-Weight | Stephens & Co. |
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Raymond James downgraded Ameris Bancorp from Outperform to Mkt Perform
Truist initiated coverage of Ameris Bancorp with a rating of Hold and set a new price target of $80.00
DA Davidson resumed coverage of Ameris Bancorp with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $87.00
Piper Sandler resumed coverage of Ameris Bancorp with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $74.00
Raymond James upgraded Ameris Bancorp from Mkt Perform to Outperform and set a new price target of $67.00
DA Davidson upgraded Ameris Bancorp from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $44.00
Stephens initiated coverage of Ameris Bancorp with a rating of Equal-Weight and set a new price target of $41.00
Piper Sandler resumed coverage of Ameris Bancorp with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $62.00
Raymond James downgraded Ameris Bancorp from Outperform to Mkt Perform
Stephens & Co. reiterated coverage of Ameris with a rating of Equal-Weight and set a new price target of $57.00 from $56.00 previously
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Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") announced today that it intends to release its second quarter 2026 financial results in a press release after the market closes on Thursday, July 23, 2026. H. Palmer Proctor, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Nicole S. Stokes, Chief Financial Officer, and Douglas D. Strange, Chief Credit Officer, will host a teleconference at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, July 24, 2026 to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-844-481-2939. The conference call ID is Ameris Bancorp. A replay of the call will be available beginning one hour after the end of the conference call until July 31,
In commemoration of America’s 250th birthday, Ameris Bank is donating $25,000 to the University of North Georgia (UNG) to support education for the nation’s up-and-coming military leaders. The funds will enable 25 high school students to attend the university’s National Leadership Challenge weekend event, along with 10 scholarships of $2,000 each for entering freshman cadets. "We wanted to honor the nation in a way that is meaningful with lasting benefits," said Ameris CEO Palmer Proctor. "As a financial institution, we recognize the strain on many families to send their children to college, and this is one way we can provide financial peace of mind for deserving students who desire to
Ameris Bank today announced plans to establish operations in Nashville, Tenn., expanding its commercial banking presence in one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing markets. The company plans to open a Nashville office by year-end and is already serving commercial and mortgage customers throughout the region. Leading the expansion is Justin McClain, who joins Ameris Bank as Nashville market leader and will report to Ameris Bank President Lawton Bassett. McClain brings nearly two decades of banking experience and extensive knowledge of the Middle Tennessee market. "Justin is a proven banking leader with a deep understanding of the Nashville business community and a strong commitment to cli
The board of directors of Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") has declared a dividend of $0.20 per share of the Company's common stock, payable on July 6, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2026. About Ameris Bancorp Ameris Bancorp is the parent of Ameris Bank, a state-chartered bank headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Ameris operates financial centers in five southeastern states and serves consumer and business customers nationwide through select lending channels. Ameris manages $28.1 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026, and provides a full range of traditional banking and lending products, treasury and cash management, insurance premium financing, and mortgage and
Highlights of Ameris's results for the first quarter of 2026 include the following: Net income of $110.5 million, or $1.63 per diluted share Return on average assets of 1.62% Return on average tangible common equity(1) of 14.75% Net interest margin (TE) expansion of 3bps to 3.88% for the first quarter of 2026 Growth in earning assets of $607.8 million, or 9.7% annualized Loan growth of $314.5 million, or 5.9% annualized Deposit growth of $260.7 million, or 4.7% annualized Efficiency ratio of 49.97%, an improvement from 52.83% for the first quarter of 2025 Revenue growth of 9.5% annualized in the first quarter of 2026 Noninterest-bearing deposit mix improved to
Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") announced today that it intends to release its first quarter 2026 financial results in a press release after the market closes on Thursday, April 23, 2026. H. Palmer Proctor, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Nicole S. Stokes, Chief Financial Officer, and Douglas D. Strange, Chief Credit Officer, will host a teleconference at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, April 24, 2026 to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-844-481-2939. The conference call ID is Ameris Bancorp. A replay of the call will be available beginning one hour after the end of the conference call until May 1, 2
The board of directors of Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") has declared a dividend of $0.20 per share of the Company's common stock, payable on April 6, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2026. About Ameris Bancorp Ameris Bancorp is the parent of Ameris Bank, a state-chartered bank headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Ameris operates financial centers in five southeastern states and serves consumer and business customers nationwide through select lending channels. Ameris manages $27.5 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025, and provides a full range of traditional banking and lending products, treasury and cash management, insurance premium financing, and mortgag
Ameris Bank will donate $2,039,000 to a total of 25 hospitals across the state this year as part of the Georgia HEART Hospital Program. "Rural hospitals in particular often depend on contributions to keep up with the latest innovations in medical care," said Ameris Bank CEO Palmer Proctor. "Our donated funds will be available for a variety of needs, including facility and equipment improvements, construction of new treatment facilities, and general operating costs." The 2026 HEART donations from Ameris will reach medical organizations in the following Georgia cities: Americus, Bremen, Cochran, Colquitt, Cordelle, Dahlonega, Demorest, Donalsonville, Douglas, Eastman, Eatonton, Hinesville
Ameris Bank has been named to Forbes' prestigious list of America's Best Banks for 2026. This year, Ameris ranks #15, up from #26 in 2025, and is the largest bank, by assets, ranked in the list's top 15. "We are honored to be named a top bank, and this recognition reflects our team's commitment to providing high quality financial services while delivering an exceptional customer experience," said Palmer Proctor, Ameris Bank CEO. "Our size and scale give us the range to care for individuals and families opening their first accounts to complex corporations with multiple financial needs – all with expertise and personal attention." Forbes' 17th annual list evaluates the top 200 publicly tr
Chief Strategy Officer Jim LaHaise and Chief Risk Officer Bill McKendry to Retire; David Boggs Promoted to Chief Risk Officer Ameris Bank today announced that Chief Strategy Officer Jim LaHaise and Chief Risk Officer Bill McKendry each has announced his intention to retire this year. "Jim and Bill have been exemplary leaders, guiding our organization with integrity and a steadfast commitment to excellence in serving our customers," said Palmer Proctor, CEO of Ameris Bank. "On behalf of the entire Ameris team, I share our sincere gratitude for their outstanding leadership and dedicated service to Ameris Bank." David Boggs, currently General Auditor at Ameris, will be promoted to Chief
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ATLANTA, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameris Bank is pleased to announce Brady Gailey has joined the bank as Executive Director of Corporate Development, effective today. In this role, Gailey will work closely with executive management to support strategic decisions and will be responsible for investor relations, corporate strategic analysis and financial performance review. "Brady has an extensive background in the banking industry and a history of covering Ameris Bank, which gives him a unique insight into our company," said Ameris Chief Financial Officer Nicole Stokes. "H
ATLANTA, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameris Bancorp (NASDAQ:ABCB) announced that Claire E. McLean has been appointed a director of the company, effective February 7, 2024. Ms. McLean, 44, currently serves as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Preferred Capital Securities, LLC and as President of its affiliate, Preferred Shareholder Services. She previously served as a Managing Director of Ernst & Young LLP, where she spent more than twenty years in public accounting. Ms. McLean has experience in the areas of banking and finance, payments/technology, trust
ATLANTA, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameris Bank is pleased to announce Clyde Anderson as director of Community Lending, effective December 18. In this newly created role, Anderson will be responsible for oversight of the bank's commitments to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and the Fair Lending programs. "Clyde Anderson brings an extensive background in community development, government relations and the mortgage business," said Ameris Bank Chief Risk Officer Bill McKendry. "His experience aligns perfectly with our goal of enhancing our community lending solutions that
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Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") announced today that it intends to release its second quarter 2026 financial results in a press release after the market closes on Thursday, July 23, 2026. H. Palmer Proctor, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Nicole S. Stokes, Chief Financial Officer, and Douglas D. Strange, Chief Credit Officer, will host a teleconference at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, July 24, 2026 to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-844-481-2939. The conference call ID is Ameris Bancorp. A replay of the call will be available beginning one hour after the end of the conference call until July 31,
The board of directors of Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") has declared a dividend of $0.20 per share of the Company's common stock, payable on July 6, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2026. About Ameris Bancorp Ameris Bancorp is the parent of Ameris Bank, a state-chartered bank headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Ameris operates financial centers in five southeastern states and serves consumer and business customers nationwide through select lending channels. Ameris manages $28.1 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026, and provides a full range of traditional banking and lending products, treasury and cash management, insurance premium financing, and mortgage and
Highlights of Ameris's results for the first quarter of 2026 include the following: Net income of $110.5 million, or $1.63 per diluted share Return on average assets of 1.62% Return on average tangible common equity(1) of 14.75% Net interest margin (TE) expansion of 3bps to 3.88% for the first quarter of 2026 Growth in earning assets of $607.8 million, or 9.7% annualized Loan growth of $314.5 million, or 5.9% annualized Deposit growth of $260.7 million, or 4.7% annualized Efficiency ratio of 49.97%, an improvement from 52.83% for the first quarter of 2025 Revenue growth of 9.5% annualized in the first quarter of 2026 Noninterest-bearing deposit mix improved to
Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") announced today that it intends to release its first quarter 2026 financial results in a press release after the market closes on Thursday, April 23, 2026. H. Palmer Proctor, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Nicole S. Stokes, Chief Financial Officer, and Douglas D. Strange, Chief Credit Officer, will host a teleconference at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, April 24, 2026 to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-844-481-2939. The conference call ID is Ameris Bancorp. A replay of the call will be available beginning one hour after the end of the conference call until May 1, 2
The board of directors of Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") has declared a dividend of $0.20 per share of the Company's common stock, payable on April 6, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2026. About Ameris Bancorp Ameris Bancorp is the parent of Ameris Bank, a state-chartered bank headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Ameris operates financial centers in five southeastern states and serves consumer and business customers nationwide through select lending channels. Ameris manages $27.5 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025, and provides a full range of traditional banking and lending products, treasury and cash management, insurance premium financing, and mortgag
Highlights of Ameris's results for the fourth quarter of 2025 include the following: Net income of $108.4 million, or $1.59 per diluted share Return on average assets ("ROA") of 1.57% Return on average tangible common equity(1) of 14.46% Efficiency ratio improvement to 46.59% Earning asset growth of $374.0 million, or 5.9% annualized Net interest margin (TE) expansion of five bps to 3.85% for the fourth quarter of 2025 Growth in net interest income of $7.3 million, or 12.2% annualized, from third quarter of 2025 Loan growth of $255.1 million, or 4.8% annualized Tangible book value(1) growth of $1.28 per share, or 11.8% annualized, to $44.18 at December 31, 2025
Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") announced today that it intends to release its fourth quarter 2025 financial results in a press release after the market closes on Thursday, January 29, 2026. H. Palmer Proctor, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Nicole S. Stokes, Chief Financial Officer, and Douglas D. Strange, Chief Credit Officer, will host a teleconference at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, January 30, 2026 to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-844-481-2939. The conference call ID is Ameris Bancorp. A replay of the call will be available beginning one hour after the end of the conference call until Feb
The board of directors of Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") has declared a dividend of $0.20 per share of the Company's common stock, payable on January 5, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025. About Ameris Bancorp Ameris Bancorp is the parent of Ameris Bank, a state-chartered bank headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Ameris operates financial centers in five southeastern states and serves consumer and business customers nationwide through select lending channels. Ameris manages $27.1 billion in assets as of September 30, 2025, and provides a full range of traditional banking and lending products, treasury and cash management, insurance premium financing, and mor
Highlights of Ameris's results for the third quarter of 2025 include the following: Net income of $106.0 million, or $1.54 per diluted share Return on average assets of 1.56% Return on average tangible common equity(1) of 14.57% Tangible book value(1) growth of $1.58 per share, or 15.2% annualized, to $42.90 at September 30, 2025 TCE ratio(1) increase to 11.31%, compared with 10.24% one year ago Net interest margin (TE) expansion of 3bps to 3.80% for the third quarter of 2025 Efficiency ratio improvement to 49.19% Growth in net interest income of $6.2 million, or 10.5% annualized, from second quarter of 2025 Growth in earning assets of $469.8 million, or 7.6% annu
Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) (the "Company") announced today that it intends to release its third quarter 2025 financial results in a press release after the market closes on Monday, October 27, 2025. H. Palmer Proctor, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Nicole S. Stokes, Chief Financial Officer, and Douglas D. Strange, Chief Credit Officer, will host a teleconference at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-844-481-2939. The conference call ID is Ameris Bancorp. A replay of the call will be available beginning one hour after the end of the conference call until Novem