SmartFinancial, Inc. ((", SmartFinancial", or the ", Company", , NYSE:SMBK), today announced net income of $16.3 million, or $0.96 per diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2026, compared to net income of $11.7 million, or $0.69 per diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2025, and compared to prior quarter net income of $13.7 million, or $0.81 per diluted common share.

Highlights for the Second Quarter of 2026

Operating earnings¹ of $16.3 million, or $0.96 per diluted common share
Net organic loan and lease growth of $165 million representing 15% annualized quarter-over-quarter increase
Surpassed $6 billion in total assets during the quarter
Core deposit² growth of $83 million representing 6% annualized quarter-over-quarter increase
Quarter-over-quarter tangible book value per common share¹ growth of 13% annualized
Recertified as a Great Place to Work by over 97% of SmartBank Associates

Billy Carroll, President & CEO, stated: "Our second quarter results reflect steady progress in the execution of our strategy. During the quarter, we generated approximately 15% annualized loan growth and expanded our net interest margin to 3.52%, while maintaining excellent asset quality. Diluted earnings per share increased to $0.96, an improvement of $0.15 from the first quarter, and tangible book value per common share grew quarter over quarter by 13% annualized. We also generated positive operating leverage as revenue growth outpaced expense growth during the quarter. Pipelines across the Company remain healthy, and we believe the disruption created by ongoing consolidation and operational challenges at certain competitors continues to create meaningful opportunities to deepen relationships and gain market share. While we recognize there is still work to do, our strong momentum gives us confidence in the long-term trajectory of the Company and our ability to continue creating value for shareholders. I want to thank our associates for their hard work and commitment to our clients, which continue to drive our performance and position the Company for future growth."

SmartFinancial's Chairman, Miller Welborn, concluded: "The momentum we continue to build across SmartBank, reflects the strength of our franchise and the commitment of our associates. Being recertified as a Great Place to Work by more than 97% of our associates is particularly meaningful because it speaks to the culture that has been foundational to our success. The results achieved this quarter reflect the disciplined execution of our associates across the Company and the benefits of the investments we have made in our markets, people, and operating platform. I want to thank our associates for the exceptional work they do every day to serve our clients and create long-term value for our shareholders. As we look ahead, we remain excited about the opportunities and confident in our ability to capitalize on them."

Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin

Net interest income was $48.1 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared to $45.9 million for the prior quarter. Average earning assets totaled $5.52 billion, an increase of $131.7 million from the prior quarter. The balances of average earning assets increased quarter-over-quarter, primarily from an increase in average loans and leases of $176.3 million and average securities of $9.7 million, offset by a decrease in average federal funds sold and other earning assets of $54.3 million. Average interest-bearing liabilities increased by $153.3 million from the prior quarter, primarily attributable to an increase in average interest-bearing deposits of $115.5 million and borrowings of $37.7 million.

The tax equivalent net interest margin was 3.52% for the second quarter of 2026, up from 3.48% for the prior quarter. This increase is primarily related to the increase in asset yields, outpacing the increase in liability costs. The yield on loans and leases, excluding loan fees, fully taxable equivalent ("FTE") was 5.95% for the second quarter of 2026, compared to 5.93% for the prior quarter.

The cost of total deposits for the second quarter of 2026 was 2.15%, compared to 2.12% in the prior quarter. The cost of interest-bearing liabilities was 2.74% for the second quarter of 2026, compared to 2.72% in the prior quarter. The cost of average interest-bearing deposits was 2.62% for the second quarter of 2026, compared to 2.60% for the prior quarter, an increase of 2 basis points.

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¹Non-GAAP measure. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for more information and see the Non-GAAP Reconciliations.

²Core deposits include all deposits less brokered and one-way buy Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service ("CDARS") deposits.

The following table presents selected interest rates and yields for the periods indicated:


	Three Months Ended
	Jun		Mar		Increase
Selected Interest Rates and Yields	2026		2026		(Decrease)
Yield on loans and leases, excluding loan fees, FTE	5.95	%	5.93	%	0.02	%
Yield on loans and leases, FTE	6.07	%	6.02	%	0.05	%
Yield on earning assets, FTE	5.70	%	5.62	%	0.08	%
Cost of interest-bearing deposits	2.62	%	2.60	%	0.02	%
Cost of total deposits	2.15	%	2.12	%	0.03	%
Cost of interest-bearing liabilities	2.74	%	2.72	%	0.02	%
Net interest margin, FTE	3.52	%	3.48	%	0.04	%

Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans and Leases and Credit Quality

At June 30, 2026, the allowance for credit losses was $45.3 million. The allowance for credit losses to total loans and leases was 0.97% as of June 30, 2026, and March 31, 2026. During the first quarter of 2026, SmartBank updated its ACL loss model by adopting a discounted cash flow methodology, refining key assumptions and qualitative factors, and enhancing its use of macroeconomic drivers. These changes contributed to a higher provision for credit losses during the first quarter.

The following table presents detailed information related to the provision for credit losses for the periods indicated (dollars in thousands):


	Three Months Ended
		Jun			Mar			Increase
Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans and Leases Rollforward		2026			2026			(Decrease)
Beginning balance	$	43,950		$	40,906		$	3,044
Charge-offs		(658	)		(229	)		(429	)
Recoveries		105			60			45
Net charge-offs		(553	)		(169	)		(384	)
Provision for credit losses ⁽¹⁾		1,855			3,213			(1,358	)
Ending balance	$	45,252		$	43,950		$	1,302

Allowance for credit losses to total loans and leases		0.97	%		0.97	%		-	%

(1)

The current quarter-ended and prior quarter-ended provision excludes an unfunded commitments release of $392 thousand and a provision of $926 thousand, respectively. At June 30, 2026, and March 31, 2026, the unfunded commitment liability totaled $4.1 million and $4.5 million, respectively.

Nonperforming loans and leases as a percentage of total loans and leases was 0.25% as of June 30, 2026, and 0.27% as of March 31, 2026. Total nonperforming assets (which include nonaccrual loans and leases, loans and leases past due 90 days or more and still accruing, other real estate owned and other repossessed assets) as a percentage of total assets was 0.23% as of June 30, 2026, and 0.25% as of March 31, 2026.

The following table presents detailed information related to credit quality for the periods indicated (dollars in thousands):


	Three Months Ended
		Jun			Mar			Increase
Credit Quality		2026			2026			(Decrease)
Nonaccrual loans and leases	$	11,474		$	12,257		$	(783	)
Loans and leases past due 90 days or more and still accruing		-			-			-
Total nonperforming loans and leases		11,474			12,257			(783	)
Other real estate owned		-			-			-
Other repossessed assets		2,754			2,798			(44	)
Total nonperforming assets	$	14,228		$	15,055		$	(827	)

Nonperforming loans and leases to total loans and leases		0.25	%		0.27	%		(0.02	)%
Nonperforming assets to total assets		0.23	%		0.25	%		(0.02	)%

Noninterest Income

Noninterest income decreased slightly, by $55 thousand to $7.9 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared to $7.9 million for the prior quarter. The second quarter decrease was primarily attributable to lower capital markets’ income included in other noninterest income, offset by increases in interchange and debit card transaction fees and mortgage banking income.

The following table presents detailed information related to noninterest income for the periods indicated (dollars in thousands):


	Three Months Ended
		Jun		Mar		Increase
Noninterest Income		2026		2026		(Decrease)
Service charges on deposit accounts	$	1,881	$	1,853	$	28
Gain on sale of securities, net		54		1		53
Mortgage banking income		916		760		156
Investment services		1,724		1,796		(72	)
Interchange and debit card transaction fees		1,676		1,418		258
Other		1,635		2,113		(478	)
Total noninterest income	$	7,886	$	7,941	$	(55	)

Noninterest Expense

Noninterest expense increased $1.0 million to $34.0 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared to $32.9 million for the prior quarter. The second quarter increase was primarily attributable to increases in salaries and employee benefits, FDIC insurance, data processing and technology and professional services, offset by a decrease in other expense.

The following table presents detailed information related to noninterest expense for the periods indicated (dollars in thousands):


	Three Months Ended
		Jun		Mar		Increase
Noninterest Expense		2026		2026		(Decrease)
Salaries and employee benefits	$	21,015	$	20,414	$	601
Occupancy and equipment		3,351		3,344		7
FDIC insurance		920		750		170
Other real estate and loan related expenses		806		792		14
Advertising and marketing		408		387		21
Data processing and technology		2,683		2,436		247
Professional services		1,366		1,193		173
Amortization of intangibles		454		457		(3	)
Other		2,952		3,142		(190	)
Total noninterest expense	$	33,955	$	32,915	$	1,040

Income Tax Expense

Income tax expense was $4.2 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared with $3.1 million for the prior quarter. The $1.1 million increase was primarily driven by a higher projected annual effective tax rate resulting from increased forecasted taxable income relative to non-taxable income.

Balance Sheet Trends

Total assets at June 30, 2026, were $6.12 billion compared to $5.86 billion at December 31, 2025. The $254.5 million increase was primarily attributable to increases in loans and leases of $319.4 million, securities of $17.9 million, premises and equipment of $4.9 million, and bank owned life insurance of $1.8 million, offset by decreases in cash and cash equivalents of $85.0 million and loans held for sale of $1.2 million, as well as an increase in the allowance for credit losses of $4.3 million.

Total liabilities were $5.54 billion at June 30, 2026, compared to $5.31 billion at December 31, 2025, an increase of $230.1 million. Total deposits increased $232.8 million, which was driven primarily by increases in money market and savings deposits of $181.2 million, interest-bearing demand deposits of $76.4 million, and time deposits of $116.3 million, offset by a decline in noninterest-bearing demand deposits of $141.0 million. In addition, borrowings decreased by $2.4 million and other liabilities decreased by $434 thousand.

Shareholders' equity at June 30, 2026, totaled $576.9 million, an increase of $24.4 million, from December 31, 2025. The increase in shareholders' equity was primarily driven by net income of $30.0 million for the six months ending June 30, 2026, offset by an increase of $3.6 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss and dividends paid of $2.9 million. Tangible book value per common share² was $28.22 at June 30, 2026, compared to $26.85 at December 31, 2025. Tangible common equity¹ as a percentage of tangible assets¹ was 8.01% at June 30, 2026, compared with 7.93% at December 31, 2025.

The following table presents selected balance sheet information for the periods indicated (dollars in thousands):


	Jun		Dec		Increase
Selected Balance Sheet Information	2026		2025		(Decrease)
Total assets	$	6,115,306	$	5,860,810	$	254,496
Total liabilities		5,538,382		5,308,318		230,064
Total equity		576,924		552,492		24,432
Securities		679,913		662,003		17,910
Loans and leases		4,682,935		4,363,582		319,353
Deposits		5,385,550		5,152,789		232,761

Board of Directors Declares Dividend

On July 16, 2026, the board of directors of SmartFinancial declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share of SmartFinancial common stock payable on August 17, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on July 31, 2026.

Conference Call Information

SmartFinancial issued this earnings release for the second quarter of 2026 on Monday, July 20, 2026, and will host a conference call on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. To access this interactive teleconference, dial (833) 461-5787 and enter the Meeting ID: 208 155 555. A link to a replay of the conference call will be available on the Company’s webpage through July 21, 2027. Conference call materials will be published on the Company’s webpage located at http://www.smartfinancialinc.com/CorporateProfile, at 9:00 a.m. ET prior to the conference call.

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¹Non-GAAP measure. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for more information and see the Non-GAAP Reconciliations.

About SmartFinancial, Inc.

SmartFinancial, Inc., based in Knoxville, Tennessee, is the bank holding company for SmartBank. SmartBank is a full-service commercial bank founded in 2007, with branches across Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida and loan production offices in Tennessee and Georgia. Recruiting the best people, delivering exceptional client service, strategic branching, and a disciplined approach to lending have contributed to SmartBank’s success. More information about SmartFinancial can be found on its website: www.smartfinancialinc.com.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

Statements included in this earnings release include measures not recognized under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") and therefore are considered Non-GAAP financial measures ("Non-GAAP") and should be read along with the accompanying tables, which provide a reconciliation of Non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP financial measures. SmartFinancial management uses several Non-GAAP financial measures and ratios derived therefrom in its analysis of the Company's performance, including:

⁽¹⁾	Operating earnings	⁽¹¹⁾	Operating return on average assets
⁽²⁾	Operating revenue	⁽¹²⁾	Operating PPNR return on average assets
⁽³⁾	Operating noninterest income	⁽¹³⁾	Operating return on average shareholders’ equity
⁽⁴⁾	Operating noninterest expense	⁽¹⁴⁾	Return on average tangible common equity
⁽⁵⁾	Operating pre-provision net revenue ("PPNR") earnings	⁽¹⁵⁾	Operating return on average tangible common equity
⁽⁶⁾	Tangible common equity	⁽¹⁶⁾	Operating noninterest income/average assets
⁽⁷⁾	Average tangible common equity	⁽¹⁷⁾	Operating noninterest expense/average assets
⁽⁸⁾	Tangible book value per common share	⁽¹⁸⁾	Tangible common equity to tangible assets
⁽⁹⁾	Tangible assets	⁽¹⁹⁾	Operating earnings per common share
⁽¹⁰⁾	Operating efficiency ratio

A detailed reconciliation and definition of these items and the ratios derived therefrom is available in the Non-GAAP reconciliations.

Management believes that Non-GAAP financial measures provide additional useful information that allows investors to evaluate the ongoing performance of the Company and provide meaningful comparisons to its peers. Management also believes these Non-GAAP financial measures enhance investors' ability to compare period-to-period financial results and allow investors and Company management to view our operating results excluding the impact of items that are not reflective of the underlying operating performance.

Non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered as an alternative to any measure of performance or financial condition as promulgated under GAAP, and investors should consider SmartFinancial's performance and financial condition as reported under GAAP and all other relevant information when assessing the performance or financial condition of the Company. Non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools, and investors should not consider them in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of the results or financial condition as reported under GAAP.

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release may contain statements that are based on management’s current estimates or expectations of future events or future results, and that may be deemed to constitute forward-looking statements as defined under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are not historical in nature and can generally be identified by such words as "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "seek," "may," "estimate," and similar expressions. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the actual results of SmartFinancial to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks, uncertainties, and other factors include, among others,

(1)		risks associated with our growth strategy, including a failure to implement our growth plans or an inability to manage our growth effectively;
(2)		claims and litigation arising from our business activities and from the companies we acquire, which may relate to contractual issues, environmental laws, fiduciary responsibility, and other matters;
(3)		general risks related to our disposition, merger and acquisition activity, including risks associated with our pursuit of future acquisitions or sales;
(4)		changes in management’s plans for the future;
(5)		prevailing, or changes in, economic or political conditions (including those resulting from the current administration and Congress), particularly in our market areas, including the effects of declines in the real estate market, high unemployment rates, inflationary pressures, elevated interest rates and slowdowns in economic growth, as well as the financial stress on borrowers as a result of the foregoing;
(6)		our ability to anticipate interest rate changes and manage interest rate risk (including the impact of higher interest rates on macroeconomic conditions, competition, and the cost of doing business and the impact of interest rate fluctuations on our financial projections, models and guidance);
(7)		tariffs or trade wars (including reduced consumer spending, lower economic growth or recession, reduced demand for U.S. exports, disruptions to supply chains, and decreased demand for other banking products and services);
(8)		uncertain duration of trade conflicts and the magnitude of the impact that proposed tariffs may have on our customers’ businesses;
(9)		increased technology and cybersecurity risks, including generative artificial intelligence risks;
(10)		the impact of a failure in, or breach of, our operational or security systems or infrastructure, or those of third parties with whom we do business, including as a result of cyber-attacks or an increase in the incidence or severity of fraud, illegal payments, security breaches or other illegal acts impacting us and our customers;
(11)		credit risk associated with our lending activities;
(12)		changes in loan demand, real estate values, or competition;
(13)		developments in our mortgage banking business, including loan modifications, general demand, and the effects of judicial or regulatory requirements or guidance;
(14)		changes in accounting principles, policies, or guidelines;
(15)		changes in applicable laws, rules, or regulations;
(16)		adverse results from current or future litigation, regulatory examinations or other legal and/or regulatory actions;
(17)		potential impacts of any adverse developments in the banking industry, including the impacts on customer confidence, deposit outflows, liquidity and the regulatory response thereto;
(18)		significant turbulence or a disruption in the capital or financial markets and the effect of a fall in stock market prices on our investment securities;
(19)		the effects of war or other conflicts;
(20)		the impact of government actions or inactions, including a prolonged shutdown of the federal government; and
(21)		other general competitive, economic, political, and market factors, including those affecting our business, operations, pricing, products, or services.

These and other factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in SmartFinancial’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and current reports on Form 8-K, in each case filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available on the SEC’s website (www.sec.gov). Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. SmartFinancial disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this release, which speak only as of the date hereof, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

SmartFinancial, Inc. and Subsidiary
Condensed Consolidated Financial Information - (unaudited)
(dollars in thousands)


	Ending Balances
	Jun			Mar			Dec			Sep			Jun
	2026			2026			2025			2025			2025
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	379,387		$	346,071		$	464,417		$	557,127		$	365,096
Securities available-for-sale, at fair value		560,065			552,083			539,882			511,095			502,150
Securities held-to-maturity, at amortized cost		119,848			120,968			122,121			123,364			124,520
Other investments		17,529			16,597			16,441			14,888			14,713
Loans held for sale		9,628			7,277			10,865			9,855			5,484
Loans and leases		4,682,935			4,518,391			4,363,582			4,222,369			4,124,062
Less: Allowance for credit losses		(45,252	)		(43,950	)		(40,906	)		(39,074	)		(39,776	)
Loans and leases, net		4,637,683			4,474,441			4,322,676			4,183,295			4,084,286
Premises and equipment, net		93,314			93,360			88,387			89,250			90,204
Other real estate owned		—			—			—			—			144
Goodwill and other intangibles, net		94,417			94,871			95,328			95,807			103,588
Bank owned life insurance		121,353			120,438			119,525			118,610			117,697
Other assets		82,082			81,579			81,168			81,692			82,981
Total assets	$	6,115,306		$	5,907,685		$	5,860,810		$	5,784,983		$	5,490,863
Liabilities:
Deposits:
Noninterest-bearing demand	$	921,876		$	951,366		$	1,062,918		$	931,477		$	906,965
Interest-bearing demand		1,022,074			954,292			945,716			929,454			843,820
Money market and savings		2,454,805			2,455,945			2,273,612			2,218,313			2,124,623
Time deposits		986,795			834,633			870,543			971,653			996,712
Total deposits		5,385,550			5,196,236			5,152,789			5,050,897			4,872,120
Borrowings		603			3,178			3,009			1,301			6,966
Subordinated debt		98,805			98,733			98,662			138,604			39,726
Other liabilities		53,424			47,377			53,858			55,699			52,924
Total liabilities		5,538,382			5,345,524			5,308,318			5,246,501			4,971,736
Shareholders' Equity:
Common stock		17,098			17,098			17,029			17,028			17,018
Additional paid-in capital		296,841			296,284			295,950			295,742			295,209
Retained earnings		275,813			261,032			248,719			236,380			224,061
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		(12,941	)		(12,366	)		(9,319	)		(10,781	)		(17,274	)
Total shareholders' equity attributable to SmartFinancial Inc. and Subsidiary		576,811			562,048			552,379			538,369			519,014
Non-controlling interest - preferred stock of subsidiary		113			113			113			113			113
Total shareholders' equity		576,924			562,161			552,492			538,482			519,127
Total liabilities & shareholders' equity	$	6,115,306		$	5,907,685		$	5,860,810		$	5,784,983		$	5,490,863

SmartFinancial, Inc. and Subsidiary
Condensed Consolidated Financial Information - (unaudited)
(dollars in thousands except share and per share data)


	Three Months Ended												Six Months Ended
	Jun		Mar		Dec		Sep			Jun			Jun		Jun
	2026		2026		2025		2025			2025			2026		2025
Interest income:
Loans and leases, including fees	$	69,546	$	65,638	$	65,573	$	64,282		$	61,049		$	135,185	$	118,811
Investment securities:
Taxable		5,722		5,492		5,662		4,876			4,848			11,213		9,623
Tax-exempt		565		555		536		441			395			1,121		749
Federal funds sold and other earning assets		2,209		2,585		3,854		4,919			3,161			4,793		6,647
Total interest income		78,042		74,270		75,625		74,518			69,453			152,312		135,830
Interest expense:
Deposits		27,723		26,529		28,646		30,464			28,301			54,252		55,636
Borrowings		371		1		1		14			70			371		140
Subordinated debt		1,884		1,864		1,884		1,610			739			3,748		1,472
Total interest expense		29,978		28,394		30,531		32,088			29,110			58,371		57,248
Net interest income		48,064		45,876		45,094		42,430			40,343			93,941		78,582
Provision for credit losses		1,463		4,139		4,132		227			2,411			5,602		3,391
Net interest income after provision for credit losses		46,601		41,737		40,962		42,203			37,932			88,339		75,191
Noninterest income:
Service charges on deposit accounts		1,881		1,853		1,828		1,831			1,766			3,734		3,502
Gain (loss) on sale of securities, net		54		1		—		(3,715	)		(4	)		55		(4	)
Mortgage banking		916		760		837		709			633			1,676		1,126
Investment services		1,724		1,796		1,683		1,690			1,440			3,520		3,209
Insurance commissions		—		—		—		1,049			1,554			—		2,967
Interchange and debit card transaction fees		1,676		1,418		1,375		1,338			1,342			3,094		2,562
Gain on sale of SBK Insurance ("SBKI")		—		—		—		3,955			—			—		—
Other		1,635		2,113		2,496		1,780			2,167			3,748		4,133
Total noninterest income		7,886		7,941		8,219		8,637			8,898			15,827		17,495
Noninterest expense:
Salaries and employee benefits		21,015		20,414		19,917		19,544			19,602			41,429		38,836
Occupancy and equipment		3,351		3,344		3,388		3,468			3,432			6,696		6,829
FDIC insurance		920		750		1,025		1,025			992			1,670		1,952
Other real estate and loan related expense		806		792		858		969			757			1,597		1,415
Advertising and marketing		408		387		393		454			390			795		772
Data processing and technology		2,683		2,436		2,413		2,594			2,651			5,119		5,309
Professional services		1,366		1,193		1,132		1,123			1,153			2,559		2,521
Amortization of intangibles		454		457		479		536			566			911		1,135
Restructuring expenses		—		—		16		1,310			—			—		—
Other		2,952		3,142		2,850		2,846			3,026			6,095		6,097
Total noninterest expense		33,955		32,915		32,471		33,869			32,569			66,871		64,866
Income before income taxes		20,532		16,763		16,710		16,971			14,261			37,295		27,820
Income tax expense		4,210		3,083		3,007		3,285			2,556			7,293		4,861
Net income	$	16,322	$	13,680	$	13,703	$	13,686		$	11,705		$	30,002	$	22,959
Earnings per common share:
Basic	$	0.97	$	0.81	$	0.82	$	0.82		$	0.70		$	1.78	$	1.37
Diluted	$	0.96	$	0.81	$	0.81	$	0.81		$	0.69		$	1.77	$	1.36
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic		16,824,053		16,821,486		16,788,065		16,781,236			16,778,988			16,822,777