LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) _ Republic Bancorp Inc. (RBCAA) on Friday reported second-quarter profit of $15.8 million.

The bank, based in Louisville, Kentucky, said it had earnings of 76 cents per share.

The holding company for Republic Bank & Trust posted revenue of $75.8 million in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $71 million, beating Street forecasts.

Republic Bancorp shares have decreased 33% since the beginning of the year. The stock has fallen 36% in the last 12 months.

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