HBT Financial, Inc. issued and sold $85 million of fixed‑to‑floating rate subordinated notes due 2036 in a private placement to qualified institutional buyers and accredited investors.
The notes carry an initial fixed interest rate of 5.75% for the first five years, after which the rate resets quarterly to the then‑current three‑month SOFR plus 233 basis points. They are redeemable on or after March 15, 2031, with limited earlier redemption options.
Net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including the possibility of share repurchases. The notes are structured to qualify as Tier 2 capital, giving HBT additional regulatory capital flexibility while supporting its growth and liquidity plans.
The issuance is part of a broader capital‑management strategy that also includes a $150 million S‑3 shelf registration and prior buyback authorizations. It follows the company’s recent merger with CNB Bank Shares, Inc. and its ranking as #1 on Forbes’ 2026 America’s Best Banks list, underscoring a period of active strategic development.
By adding Tier 2 capital at a lower cost than equity, HBT strengthens its balance sheet, reduces dilution risk, and positions the bank to fund acquisitions, organic growth, or share repurchases without immediately impacting shareholder equity.
The transaction demonstrates HBT’s commitment to maintaining robust capital buffers and supporting its strategic initiatives while preserving flexibility for future opportunities.
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