Univest reported first-quarter 2026 net income of $27.1 million, or $0.96 per share, representing a 24.7% increase in earnings per share compared to the first quarter of 2025. Return on average assets improved to 1.33% for the quarter. The company's loan-to-deposit ratio decreased 280 basis points year-over-year, whilst the efficiency ratio declined 190 basis points, demonstrating improved operating leverage from recent technology investments. Net interest margin expanded 23 basis points to 3.33%. Credit quality remained strong, with non-performing loans representing 0.25% of total loans and net charge-offs totalling seven basis points annualised. Non-interest income increased 11% year-over-year when excluding bank-owned life insurance death benefits, driven by strength in investment advisory, insurance and fee income. Univest rewarded shareholders by increasing its quarterly dividend 4.5% to $0.23 per share and repurchasing 351,138 shares during the quarter.

Eightco Holdings Inc. increased its at-the-market offering from $2 million to $2.75 million in 2024 to fund operational growth, according to SEC filings. The company works with Univest Securities under Form S-3 registration requirements. The firm eliminated $5.4 million in convertible notes, increased shareholder equity by $23 million, and cancelled 5.9 million dilutive shares. Gross profit margin rose to 22% from 12%, though overall revenue declined nearly 3%. Eightco regained NASDAQ compliance after maintaining a closing bid price above $1 for 20 consecutive days. The company executed a reverse stock split, reducing outstanding shares from 8.9 million to 1.75 million. Through subsidiary Forever 8 Fund LLC, it plans strategic acquisitions in e-commerce technology, targeting $100 million revenue and positive EBITDA by 2025.

Semnox, Univest Capital launch 0% interest program. Semnox Solutions and Univest Capital have teamed to offer a promotional financing program designed to "help family entertainment centers invest in modern guest-facing technology without the burden of upfront capital." Through this limited-time initiative, the companies report that qualified operators can take advantage of 0% interest financing for 12 months with no money down, with the first payment due a month from signing. "This offer allows venues to implement Semnox card systems and operational technology while preserving cash flow during a year of heavy reinvestment and expansion planning," the company said. "This program is about removing hesitation from the decision-making process," said Phil Showler, the FEC head of sales for North America at Semnox. "Most operators know when updates are needed, but timing and budget often slow progress. This gives them an option to move forward without putting everything on hold, which is critical as guest expectations continue to rise."