South Plains Financial, Inc. will release its second quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on July 17, 2026. The company, the parent company of City Bank, will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss its financial performance. This announcement provides investors and analysts with the opportunity to review the bank holding company's quarterly progress.

Investors and analysts interested in participating in the live call are invited to dial 1-877-407-9716, while international callers should dial 1-201-493-6779, approximately 10 minutes prior to the start time. A live audio webcast will also be accessible through the News & Events tab on the company’s website.

For those unable to attend the live session, a replay of the conference call will be available within two hours of its conclusion. The telephone replay can be accessed by dialing 1-844-512-2921 domestically or 1-412-317-6671 internationally, using the access pin 13759880. The replay will remain available until July 31, 2026.

Conference Call Details

South Plains Financial is the bank holding company for City Bank, a Texas state-chartered bank headquartered in Lubbock, Texas. The institution operates as one of the largest independent banks in West Texas, with additional banking operations in markets including Dallas, El Paso, Greater Houston, the Permian Basin, and College Station in Texas, as well as Ruidoso, New Mexico.

South Plains Financial, Inc. has named Cory Newsom, its current President and a director, as the successor to Chief Executive Officer Curtis Griffith. Griffith is set to retire from the CEO role effective December 31, 2026, though he will remain with the company in a reduced capacity. The leadership transition ensures continuity at the top of the parent company of City Bank.

Leadership Transition Details

Curtis Griffith will step down from his position as Chief Executive Officer on December 31, 2026. Following his retirement, Griffith will continue to serve as the Chairman of the Board for South Plains Financial. Additionally, he will retain his directorship on the boards of both the company and its wholly owned subsidiary, City Bank.

Cory Newsom will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer effective immediately upon Griffith's retirement. Newsom currently serves as a director and President of South Plains Financial. The board of directors formally approved Newsom's appointment to the top executive position.

Strategic Continuity

The appointment of an internal successor aligns with the company's strategy for maintaining stability. Newsom's tenure as President provided the necessary preparation for the elevation to Chief Executive Officer. Griffith's ongoing presence as Chairman offers further governance continuity during the transition period.