Strong Net Income and Earnings Per Share
Medallion Financial Corp. delivered $8.6 million of net income and $0.37 earnings per share for Q3 2024. Year-to-date net income is over $25 million with $1.09 earnings per share.
Improved Loan Origination and Interest Rates
Recreation lending had $139 million in new loan originations, marking a 50% increase from the same quarter last year. The average interest rate on loans was 14.92%.
Increased Dividend
The Board increased the quarterly dividend by 10% to $0.11, reflecting confidence in the company's future and commitment to shareholder value.
Growth in Home Improvement Lending
Home improvement lending grew 8% over the prior year quarter, reaching $814 million, with an average interest rate of 9.76%.
Successful Capital Allocation
Repurchased $1 million of common stock at an average price of $7.89, with over $15 million remaining on the authorized share buyback plan.