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Williams Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMB#NYSE">WMB</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 8.5% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 20.8%. Currently, Williams Companies has a market capitalization of $72.14 billion. 
Buying $100 In WMB: If an investor had bought $100 of WMB stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $257.19 today based on a price of $59.18 for WMB at the time of writing.
<h3>Williams Companies's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737063908_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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$100 Invested In Williams Companies 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Company continues to expand global presence in battery materials space
<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.icl-group.com%2F&amp;esheet=54181805&amp;newsitemid=20250116261144&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=ICL&amp;index=1&amp;md5=20d38fb8e438f5aeb23fc33cf78eabdb">ICL</a> (NYSE:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICL#NYSE">ICL</a>) (TASE: ICL), a leading global specialty minerals company, today announced it has signed a joint venture (JV) agreement with <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdynanonic.com%2Fenindex.aspx&amp;esheet=54181805&amp;newsitemid=20250116261144&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Shenzhen+Dynanonic+Co.%2C+Ltd.&amp;index=2&amp;md5=245fb7628f2460dace062849ee85d2e2">Shenzhen Dynanonic Co., Ltd.</a> to establish lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode active material (CAM) production in Europe, with an initial investment of approximately €285 million. A new facility at ICL's Sallent, Spain, site is currently in planning stages and will substantially expand the company's battery materials business. The project demonstrates ICL's commitment to developing high-quality solutions for a sustainable supply chain and represents a significant step forward for the company's battery materials portfolio, this time into Europe.

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ICL Expands Joint Venture With Shenzhen Dynanonic With Additional Investment €285 Million For European LFP Cathode Material Production

Safe Harbor Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHFS#NASDAQ">SHFS</a>), which provides secure and compliant financial services for the regulated <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/cannabis">cannabis industry</a>, announced it had surpassed $25 billion in processed cannabis-related funds through its network of partner banks.
This milestone aligns with the company&#8217;s 10th anniversary in a complex industry where many have succumbed to regulatory scrutiny.
"Our founding mission was to enhance community safety by providing a stable and compliant environment for legal cannabis companies. Reaching this threshold during our 10th anniversary is a landmark achievement that speaks to our unwavering commitment to supporting the cannabis industry with transparent, secure and scalable financial solutions,&#8221; Sundie Seefried, CEO of Safe Harbor Financial said in an email shared with Benzinga.
Since its founding in 2015, Safe Harbor has led the charge in addressing the burdensome financial challenges faced by the cannabis industry, such as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/22/01/25268132/financial-regulator-calls-lack-of-banking-access-in-cannabis-a-serious-market-failure">not having access</a> to traditional banking and financial services due to cannabis' classification as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/02/36916329/is-marijuana-a-controlled-substance-wait-what-is-a-controlled-substance">Schedule I drug</a> and therefore illegal at the federal level.
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Safe Harbor, one of the first financial institutions to design solutions specifically for cannabis businesses, now serves clients across nearly 40 states and U.S. territories. The firm provides a full suite of financial products that enable businesses to operate with confidence in a heavily regulated environment.
"Over the past decade, we've built an unparalleled platform that empowers cannabis businesses to thrive while setting new standards for compliance, accountability and innovation in the financial sector," continued Seefried. "I couldn't be more proud of what we've accomplished and am excited about the opportunities ahead as we continue to drive the industry forward."
Eivan Shahara, co-founder and CEO of <a href="https://themintcannabis.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mint Cannabis</a>, a vertical multi-state operator headquartered in Arizona, said Safe Harbor has been an essential partner in his company's journey.
"Their innovative approach to cannabis banking has enabled us to access critical financial services while maintaining full compliance with stringent state and federal regulations. As the industry grows and pushes for federal reform, Safe Harbor's expertise and leadership are more important than ever. We're proud to be part of their journey and look forward to achieving even greater success together."
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GEO Group Comments On Ninth Circuit Court Ruling In Nwauzor Case, Maintains VWP Participants Are Not Employees; Plans To Appeal Ruling

American Express Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>) has agreed to a $108.7 million settlement to resolve allegations of violating the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act. The Department of Justice accused <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AXP/news">the financial giant</a> of deceptive marketing and falsified record-keeping between 2014 and 2021.
What To Know: From 2014 to 2017, American Express <a href="https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/american-express-agrees-pay-1087m-settle-allegations-deceptive-marketing-and-dummy-account">allegedly </a>misled small business customers regarding credit card rewards, fees and credit checks, and submitted false income information.
Additionally, employees bypassed legal requirements by entering fabricated Employer Identification Numbers (EINs) on small business credit card applications during a product transition period, exacerbating compliance failures.
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From 2018 to 2021, American Express was further accused of misrepresenting tax benefits for its Payroll Rewards and Premium Wire programs, charging above-market fees under false pretenses. 
Alongside the settlement, American Express entered a Non-Prosecution Agreement with the U.S. Attorney's Office, agreeing to a $30.35 million credit toward criminal fines and forfeitures.
Price Action: AXP shares closed marginally lower on Thursday, down 0.27% to $311.48.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, AXP has a 52-week high of $314.00 and a 52-week low of $177.81.
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UPDATE: Independent Bank Q4 Adj EPS $1.21 Beats $1.16 Estimate, Sales $176.85M Beat $175.66M Estimate

On January&nbsp;16, 2025, Western Digital Corporation (the "Company") announced that second fiscal quarter ended December&nbsp;27, 2024 revenue is expected to be at the mid-point of the guidance range of $4.20&nbsp;billion to $4.40&nbsp;billion previously issued by the Company on October&nbsp;24, 2024, with non-GAAP diluted earnings per share(1) at the lower end of the previously issued guidance range of $1.75 to $2.05 per share due to a more challenging pricing environment in the Company's flash business.

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Western Digital Announces Q2 Revenue Expected At Mid-Point Of $4.20B-$4.40B Range Vs $4.278B Est.; Adj. EPS At Lower End Of $1.75-$2.05 Due To Flash Pricing Challenges Vs $1.88 Est.

The S&amp;P 500 Index and many stocks saw gains after Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election. A new reader poll predicts how high the S&amp;P 500 will go in 2025 with Trump set to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/42995328/trump-inauguration-from-elon-musk-jeff-bezos-to-barack-obama-george-bush-and-bill-clinton-who-all-will-attend">retake office on Jan. 20.</a>
What Happened: Investors are bracing for a volatile 2025 with a new White House administration taking the helm, but optimism remains high that the stock market could see similar <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/10/41584466/these-10-stocks-were-the-best-s-p-500-performers-in-2017-when-trump-was-president-will-history-r">gains as compared to 2017.</a>
In 2017, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, was up 21.7%.
This was the first year with Trump in office and many sectors saw gains during the year.
Benzinga recently asked if history will repeat itself.
"What do you think the return will be in 2025, his first year back," Benzinga asked.
The results were:
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<li>16%+: 26%</li>
<li>11% to 15%: 22%</li>
<li>Will Decline: 22%</li>
<li>6% to 10%: 19%</li>
<li>0% to 5%: 12%</li>
</ul>
The poll found the largest percentage believe the S&amp;P 500 Index will post gains of at least 16% in 2025. The 11% to 15% range came in second place at 22%.
It's also worth pointing out that the S&amp;P 500 decline in 2025 was actually tied for second in the poll at 22%, which could mean 2025 is a make-or-break year.
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Why It's Important: Stocks posted gains after Trump's win and many well-known and retail investor favorite stocks like Tesla hit all-time highs. Many of the most valuable companies have hit all-time highs since the election.
While there is optimism for strong market returns in 2025, there are also concerns that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/42988641/trump-wants-trade-partners-to-start-paying-announces-external-revenue-service-for-tariffs">promises to place tariffs</a> on China, Canada and Mexico could send costs higher on items for consumers. This could trigger higher prices and lower profits for companies in several industries.
Time will tell how the stock market performs under Trump's second time in the White House. This poll shows that many Benzinga readers are bullish on the potential for at least Trump's first year in office this time around.
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The study was conducted by Benzinga from Jan. 14, 2025 through Jan. 15, 2025. It included the responses of a diverse population of adults 18 or older. Opting into the survey was completely voluntary, with no incentives offered to potential respondents. The study reflects results from 128 adults.
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EXCLUSIVE: How High Will S&P 500 Go Under Donald Trump In 2025? Readers Are Optimistic, 26% Say This…

Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 3.86% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.3%. Currently, Ross Stores has a market capitalization of $49.70 billion. 
Buying $100 In ROST: If an investor had bought $100 of ROST stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,040.14 today based on a price of $149.00 for ROST at the time of writing.
<h3>Ross Stores's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737063010_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

ROST

$100 Invested In This Stock 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

UnitedHealth Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>) reported its financial results on Thursday after a tumultuous fourth quarter that included the murder of UnitedHealthcare division CEO Brian Thompson and broad public outrage over the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/24/12/42744629/unitedhealth-group-ceo-reportedly-says-company-will-hit-financial-records-execs-murder-public-outcry-are-backdrop-for-q4-earnings">nation's health care system.&nbsp;</a>
What To Know: UnitedHealth posted mixed<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/25/01/43025159/unitedhealth-q4-earnings-revenue-falls-short-medical-ratio-rises-to-85-5-stock-falls"> financial results</a> for the quarter, beating earnings estimates, but missing on revenue by nearly $1 billion. The insurer also reported that its full-year medical care ratio rose to 85.5%, up from 83.2% in 2023,  due to CMS&#8217;s Medicare funding reductions, the timing of Medicaid redeterminations and the cyberattack on UnitedHealth&#8217;s subsidiary Change Healthcare. 
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Q4 Earnings Call: UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty held a conference call with analysts following the earnings release and opened the call with a tribute to Thompson.&nbsp;
"He would dive in with passion and caring to find solutions to improve experiences, whether for an individual consumer, an employer or a public health agency," Witty said of Thompson, as <a href="https://insurancenewsnet.com/innarticle/unitedhealth-reports-29m-revenue-bump-in-2024-ceo-rips-costly-system">reported by</a> Insurance NewsNet.&nbsp;
The UnitedHealth CEO addressed the public outcry over the high costs of health care and health insurance in the U.S. and pointed to hospitals, doctors and pharmaceutical companies as the cause. 
"Health care costs more in the U.S. because the price of a single procedure, visit or prescription, is higher here than it is in other countries," Witty said. 
"There are participants in the system who benefit from these high prices. Lower-cost, equivalent quality sites of service, for example, can be good for consumers and patients, but threaten revenue streams for organizations that depend on charging more for care," he added.&nbsp;
Witty also staunchly defended pharmacy benefit managers, which have come under scrutiny and criticism as being at least <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/01/43010888/ftc-says-unitedhealth-cvs-cigna-make-billions-via-pbms-on-specialty-drugs">partially responsible</a> for high prescription prices. 
"PBMs are really the only effective mechanism across the system which really holds the pharmaceutical company to account once it chooses to set its price," Witty said. "The PBM is there to try and hold that to account and negotiate on behalf of employers, unions, states and others, to try and bring down those prices."&nbsp;
The CEO also announced that UnitedHealth's OptumRx PBM will return 100% of rebates from drug companies back to its customers by 2028, up from 98% currently. 
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UnitedHealth CEO Highlights Hospitals, Doctors, Pharma's Role In Soaring Health Care Costs

Scott Bessent, Donald Trump's nominee for Treasury Secretary, faced sharp questioning in his Senate confirmation hearing Thursday, defending the administration's economic agenda on tariffs, tax policy, government spending, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">and U.S. global competitiveness.</a>
Markets took note as Bessent outlined a vision that could steer fiscal policy, trade, and energy. He also reinforced the dollar's role as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/01/43021014/trumps-treasury-pick-scott-bessent-urges-dollar-must-remain-worlds-reserve-currency-as-president-elect-reportedly-pushes-for-strategic-bitcoin-reserve">the world's reserve currency</a>.
His remarks signal a return to Trump-era economic priorities — lower corporate taxes, higher tariffs, and increased domestic energy production—with significant implications for investors.
Here are five key takeaways. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1) Will Tariffs Make The Dollar Even Stronger?</h3>
Bessent defended Trump's broad tariff proposals, rejecting claims they would act as a direct tax on American consumers.
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He cited economic models suggesting that the costs wouldn't fully pass through to U.S. buyers but would instead be offset by currency appreciation, changing consumer behavior, and price adjustments by foreign producers.
"If we were to say use a number that has been thrown around in the press at 10% [universal tariffs], then traditionally the currency appreciates by 4%," Bessent said, indicating that a stronger dollar would offset some of the inflationary effects of tariffs.
Bessent also stressed the importance of safeguarding the U.S. dollar's status as the world's reserve currency, tying it directly to economic stability and national security.
During his confirmation hearing, he stated: &#8220;Critically, we must ensure that the U.S. dollar remains the world&#8217;s reserve currency."
He also indicated that tariffs could be a powerful tool in negotiations, potentially replacing sanctions in some cases. He referenced Trump's belief that sanctions may be pushing countries away from the U.S. dollar, indicating that tariffs could serve as a more strategic alternative.
His comments suggest that if Trump's tariffs are enacted, investors should watch for dollar strength, which could have major implications for exporters, multinational corporations, and commodity prices. 
Since Trump was elected in November, the U.S. dollar index (DXY) – as broadly tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) – <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/12/42436633/trump-has-a-dollar-problem-president-elect-favors-weaker-currency-but-potential-tariffs-might-end-up-strengthening-the-greenback-instead">has risen by 5%</a>.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2) Trump's 2017 Tax Cuts Must Be Permanent</h3>
Bessent made clear that one of his top priorities is making Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent, warning that allowing them to expire would create "an economic calamity" with &#8220;devastating&#8221; effects. 
If Congress does not act, Americans could face what he called a "gigantic middle-class tax increase" totaling $4.3 trillion starting in 2026.
&#8220;We must make permanent the 2017 Tax Cuts and JOBS Act, and implement new pro-growth policies to reduce the tax burden on American manufacturers, service workers, and seniors,&#8221; Bessent stated.
According to Bessent, such measures could increase U.S. GDP by 1.1% over time and boost business investment.
He also dismissed criticism that the tax cuts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/11/42146895/are-you-rich-enough-to-benefit-from-trumps-tax-breaks-heres-how-much-youd-need-to-be-part-of-the-top-5">primarily benefited the wealthy</a>, arguing that "the top 50% of Americans now pay 98% of taxes."
&#8220;I believe Wall Street has done great the past few years and that Main Street has suffered. I think it&#8217;s Main Street&#8217;s time. Wall Street can continue to do well, maybe not as well, and it&#8217;s time to have a Main Street small-business-led recovery,&#8221; Bessent said.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3) Spending Cuts And Deficit Control: Austerity Incoming?</h3>
Bessent painted a stark picture of Washington's fiscal trajectory, stating: "The United States does not have a revenue problem. We have a spending problem." 
He highlighted that the federal deficit has averaged 7% of GDP over the past four years, calling for major reductions in government expenditures.
&#8220;One of the things that got me out from behind my desk and my quiet life in this campaign was the thought that this spending is out of control,&#8221; Bessent said.
"We must work to get our fiscal house in order and adjust federal domestic discretionary spending that has grown by an astonishing 40% over the past four years," he added. 
Though he didn't specify which programs could face cuts, he indicated that federal agencies must prioritize productive investments over what he described as "wasteful spending that drives inflation."
Investors should brace for intense fiscal battles in Congress as lawmakers weigh <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/10/41653514/musk-says-us-must-live-within-our-means-with-proposed-2-trillion-spending-cut">spending reductions against economic risks</a>.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4) Energy Policy: More Domestic Drilling, Tougher On Russia And Iran</h3>
Bessent strongly aligned with Trump's call for "unleashing American energy production," arguing that higher domestic output is critical for economic growth and national security. 
He indicated that Biden's reluctance to impose tougher sanctions on Russian oil exports was driven by fears of rising U.S. fuel prices.
"If any officials in the Russian Federation are watching this confirmation hearing, they should know that if I'm confirmed… I will be 100% on board for taking sanctions up, especially on the Russian oil majors, to levels that would bring the Russian Federation to the table," Bessent stated.
The Treasury nominee also linked energy security to broader U.S. foreign policy, arguing that increased American oil production could help pressure adversaries like Iran.
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&#8220;We can make Iran poor again, not the Iranian people, the Iranian, the government, and then at the same time have our domestic producers push that up with the highest energy standards in the world,&#8221; Bessent said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">5) Countering China</h3>
Bessent signaled a tougher stance on China, arguing that the country's economic struggles are pushing it toward aggressive trade tactics. 
"China is the most unbalanced economy in the history of the world," he said, emphasizing that Beijing is attempting to "export their way out of their current economic malaise."
&#8220;They are using their surpluses to fund their military machine in China,&#8221; Bessent added.
To counter this, he backed stronger controls on U.S. investment in China, particularly in strategic sectors such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and semiconductors. 
&#8220;We want to make sure that we maintain [the lead] through smart policies,&#8221; he said. 
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JB Hunt Transport Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBHT#NASDAQ">JBHT</a>) announced its Q4 earnings on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 04:05 PM.
Here's a breakdown of the earnings report.
<h3>Earnings</h3>
JB Hunt Transport Servs missed estimated earnings by -6.0%, reporting an EPS of $1.53 versus an estimate of $1.63.
Revenue was down $157.65 million from the same period last year.
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
The company beat on EPS by $0.02 in the last quarter, resulting in a 3.0% increase share price change the following day.
Here's a look at JB Hunt Transport Servs's past performance:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.47</td>
<td>1.53</td>
<td>1.52</td>
<td>1.75</td>
</tr>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.49</td>
<td>1.32</td>
<td>1.22</td>
<td>1.47</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Estimate</td>
<td>3.02B</td>
<td>3.05B</td>
<td>3.12B</td>
<td>3.27B</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Actual</td>
<td>3.07B</td>
<td>2.93B</td>
<td>2.94B</td>
<td>3.30B</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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JB Hunt Transport Servs Earnings Analysis: Q4 Recap

Independent Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INDB#NASDAQ">INDB</a>) released its Q4 earnings on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 04:15 PM.
Here's what's important from the earnings announcement.
<h3>Earnings</h3>
Independent Bank beat estimated earnings by 4.0%, reporting an EPS of $1.21 versus an estimate of $1.16.
Revenue was down $311 thousand from the same period last year.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
The company missed on EPS by $0.04 in the previous quarter, leading to a 5.0% drop share price change the next day.
Here's a look at Independent Bank's past performance:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.05</td>
<td>1.11</td>
<td>1.15</td>
<td>1.24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.01</td>
<td>1.21</td>
<td>1.12</td>
<td>1.26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Estimate</td>
<td>174.74M</td>
<td>168.62M</td>
<td>170.12M</td>
<td>177.34M</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Actual</td>
<td>175.25M</td>
<td>170.26M</td>
<td>167.38M</td>
<td>177.16M</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

To track all earnings releases for Independent Bank <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INDB/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> 
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