Business First Bancshares, Inc. announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, reporting net income available to common shareholders of $22.8 million, or $0.70 per diluted share. The company's board declared a quarterly common dividend of $0.15 per share and a quarterly preferred dividend of $18.75 per share, both payable on August 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 15, 2026. Key highlights include a net interest margin of 3.73% and the completion of the acquisition of American Planning Corporation on June 29, 2026. During the quarter, the company repurchased 176,849 shares for $4.8 million at an average price of $27.22 per share. The company operates in the banking industry, providing commercial and personal banking products and services through its subsidiary b1BANK.