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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 4, 2025 (August 31, 202

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 4, 2025 (August 31, 2025) SOUTHSTATE BANK CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Florida (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669

SEVENTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE

Exhibit 4.15 Execution Version SEVENTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS SEVENTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE dated as of August 31, 2025 is by and among Computershare Trust Company, N.A., a national banking association and limited purpose trust company (as successor in interest to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee, and together with its successors, the "Trustee"), SouthState Bank Corporation

SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE (7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Debt due 2035)

Exhibit 4.7 Execution Version SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE (7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Debt due 2035) THIS SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE, dated as of August 31, 2025, is by and among U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, a national banking association and successor in interest to U.S. Bank National Association (herein, together with its successors in interest, the “Truste

EIGHTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE

Exhibit 4.16 Execution Version EIGHTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS EIGHTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE dated as of August 31, 2025 is by and among Computershare Trust Company, N.A., a national banking association and limited purpose trust company (as successor in interest to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee, and together with its successors, the "Trustee"), SouthState Bank Corporation,

Articles of Incorporation SouthState BANK Corporation

Exhibit 3.1 Articles of Incorporation of SouthState BANK Corporation FIRST: The name of the corporation is SouthState Bank Corporation (the “Corporation”). SECOND: The address of the principal office and mailing address of the Corporation is 1101 First Street South, Winter Haven, Florida 33880. THIRD: The street address of the Corporation’s initial registered office is 1101 First Street South, Win

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 19, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPOR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 19, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER

Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER This Agreement and Plan of Merger (“Agreement”), dated as of August 19, 2025, by and between SouthState Corporation, a South Carolina corporation (“SouthState-SC”), and SouthState Bank Corporation, a Florida corporation and wholly-owned subsidiary of SouthState-SC (“SouthState-FL”), pursuant to Section 33-11-101 of the South Carolina Business Corporation Ac

BYLAWS SOUTHSTATE BANK CORPORATION (the “Corporation”) (Adopted July 31, 2025) Article I Meetings of Shareholders

Exhibit 3.2 BYLAWS OF SOUTHSTATE BANK CORPORATION (the “Corporation”) (Adopted July 31, 2025) Article I Meetings of Shareholders 1. Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the shareholders of the Corporation shall be held annually on such day and at such time and place, either within or without Florida, as shall be fixed by the Board of Directors. 2. Special Meetings. (a) Special meetings of the sha

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORAT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results Declares an Increase in the Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – July 24, 2025 – SouthState Corporation (“SouthState” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and six-

Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Secti

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 2Q 2025 July 25, 2025 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are based on, among other t

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, July 24, 2025 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – July 3, 2025 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release second quarter 2025 earnings results on Thursday, July 24, 2025, after the market closes. Upon release, investors

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 3, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Num

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20529 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 [ ] Transition Report Pursuant

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20529 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 OR [ ] Transition Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-12669 A. F

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 13, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

Indenture dated as of June 13, 2025, between SouthState Corporation and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee

Exhibit 4.1 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION Issuer and U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of June 13, 2025 SUBORDINATED DEBT SECURITIES SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THIS INDENTURE RELATING TO SECTIONS 310 THROUGH 318, INCLUSIVE, OF THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939: Trust Indenture Act Section Indenture Section §310(a)(1) ‎609 (a)(2) ‎609 (a)(3) Not Applica

First Supplemental Indenture dated as of June 13, 2025, between SouthState Corporation and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee

Exhibit 4.2 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Dated as of June 13, 2025 to the Indenture Dated as of June 13, 2025 7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION as Trustee ‌ TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Article I Scope of Supplemental Indenture Section 1.01. Scope‌2 Article II Definitions Section 2.01. Definitions and Other Prov

Underwriting Agreement, dated as of June 10, 2025, by and among SouthState Corporation and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, Piper Sandler & Co. and Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc., as representatives of the several underwriters named therein.

Exhibit 1.1 Execution Version $350,000,000 SouthState Corporation 7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due June 13, 2035 Underwriting Agreement June 10, 2025 morgan stanley & co. llc PIPER SANDLER & CO. KEEFE, BRUYETTE & WOODS, INC. As representatives of the Underwriters listed in Schedule A hereto c/oMorgan Stanley & Co. LLC 1585 Broadway New York, New York 10036 c/oPiper Sandler & Co

$350,000,000 7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-287893 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated June 10, 2025) $350,000,000 7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 We are offering $350,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 7.000% fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes due 2035 (the “Notes”) pursuant to this prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus. The Not

Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 SouthState Corp Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Effective Date Filing Fee Previously Paid in Connection with Unsold Securities to be Carried Forward Newly Registered Securities Fees to be Paid 1 Debt 7.

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 10, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED JUNE 10, 2025

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-287893 SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED JUNE 10, 2025 PRELIMINARY PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated June 10, 2025) The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed without notice. A registration statement relating to the securities to be sold by the issuer has been declared effective under the Se

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association to act as trustee under the Subordinated Indenture.**

Exhibit 25.2 securities and exchange commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 Statement of Eligibility Under The Trust Indenture Act of 1939 of a Corporation Designated to Act as Trustee Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) ¨ U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 91-1821036 I.R.S. E

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on June 10, 2025

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on June 10, 2025 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SouthState Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina 59-0799315 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables**

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 SouthState Corp Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Effective Date Filing Fee Previously Paid in Connection with Unsold Securities to be Carried Forward Newly Registered Securities Fees to be Paid 1 Debt Debt Securities 457(r) 0.

Form of Indenture for Senior Debt Securities.**

   EXHIBIT 4.8 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION as Issuer and as Trustee Form of Senior Indenture Dated as of          , 20 CROSS REFERENCE SHEET1 Between Provisions of the Trust Indenture Act of 1939 and the Indenture to be dated as of        , 20         between SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION and               , as Trustee: Section of the Act Section of Indenture 310(a)(1) and (2) 5.08 310(a)(3) and (4) Inapplica

SouthState Corporation 7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 Pricing Term Sheet

Issuer Free Writing Prospectus Filed pursuant to Rule 433 Registration No. 333-287893 June 10, 2025 SouthState Corporation $350,000,000 7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 Pricing Term Sheet Issuer: SouthState Corporation (the “Company”) Security: 7.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 (the “Notes”) Aggregate Principal Amount: $350,000,000 Expected Rating*:

Form of Indenture for Subordinated Debt Securities.**

EXHIBIT 4.10 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION Issuer and U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Trustee FORM OF INDENTURE Dated as of [·], 2025 SUBORDINATED DEBT SECURITIES SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THIS INDENTURE RELATING TO SECTIONS 310 THROUGH 318, INCLUSIVE, OF THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939: Trust Indenture Act Section Indenture Section §310(a)(1) ‎609 (a)(2) ‎609 (a)(3) Not Ap

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 00

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – April 24, 2025 – SouthState Corporation (“SouthState” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025

Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Secti

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 1Q 2025 April 25, 2025 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are based on, among other

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 24, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.1 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting April 23, 2025 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are ba

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 23, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 23, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitt

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, April 24, 2025 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – April 4, 2025 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release first quarter 2025 earnings results on Thursday, April 24, 2025, after the market closes. Upon release, investor

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 4, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ◻ Check the appropriate box: ◻ Preliminary Proxy Statement ◻ Confid

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Ame

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy S

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2025 (February 28, 2025) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Exhibit 99.3 UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION The following unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial data is being provided to aid shareholders in their analysis of the financial aspects of the merger. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial data has been prepared in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S-X and should be read in conjunction with

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 2, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission Fil

Independent Bank Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries Annual Report December 31, 2024

Exhibit 99.2 Independent Bank Group, Inc. and Subsidiaries Annual Report December 31, 2024 INDEPENDENT BANK GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Annual Report December 31, 2024 Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 3 Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2024 and 2023 6 Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss) for the Years Ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 7 Consolidated S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ◻ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ◻ Confid

Transition Agreement for David R. Brooks*

Exhibit 10.47 Execution Version SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION TRANSITION AGREEMENT May 17, 2024 David Brooks c/o Independent Bank Group, Inc. 7777 Henneman Way, McKinney, Texas 75070 Dear David: This transition agreement (this “Agreement”) sets forth our mutual agreement regarding your retirement from employment with Independent Bank Group, Inc., a Texas corporation (“IBG”), and your continued service on

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-12669 SOUTHSTATE

Insider Trading Policy

Exhibit 19.1 SouthState Corporation SouthState Bank, National Association Insider Trading Policy Purpose This Insider Trading Policy provides guidelines with respect to transactions in the securities of SouthState Corporation (the “Company”). The Company’s Board of Directors has adopted this Policy to promote compliance with federal, state and foreign securities laws that prohibit certain persons

Transition Agreement for Daniel W. Brooks*

Exhibit 10.48 Execution Version SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION TRANSITION AGREEMENT May 17, 2024 Daniel W. Brooks c/o Independent Bank Group, Inc. 7777 Henneman Way, McKinney, Texas 75070 Dear Daniel: This transition agreement (this “Agreement”) sets forth our mutual agreement regarding your employment with SouthState Bank, National Association (the “Bank”) (together with SouthState Corporation, a bank ho

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT SouthState Bank, National Association, organized under the laws of the United States SSB Insurance Corp.

Amendment No. 3, dated as of November 11, 2024, to and under Credit Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2021, by and between SouthState Corporation, as borrower, and U.S. Bank National Association, as lender

Exhibit 10.52 AMENDMENT NO. 3 Dated as of November 11, 2024 to and under Credit Agreement Dated as of November 15, 2021 Each of SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (the "Company"), and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (the "Lender") agree as follows: 1. Credit Agreement. Reference is made to the Credit Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2021, between the Company and the Lender (the "Credit Agreement"). Terms us

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2025 (February 11, 2025) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-1

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 23, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2024 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – January 23, 2025 – SouthState Corporation (“SouthState” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and twelve-month periods

Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Secti

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 4Q 2024 January 24, 2025 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are based on, among othe

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 13, 2025 (January 8, 2025) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-1266

Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Property, dated January 8, 2025, between SouthState Bank, N.A. and entities affiliated with Blue Owl Real Estate Capital, LLC, a limited liability company.

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION AGREEMENT FOR PURCHASE AND SALE OF REAL PROPERTY this agreement FOR PURCHASE AND SALE OF REAL PROPERTY (this “Agreement”) is made as of January 8, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), by and among the entities set forth in the column titled “Buyer” on Exhibit D attached hereto, each a Delaware limited liability company (individually and/or collectively, as the context may re

Form of Lease Agreement between SouthState Bank, N.A. and entities affiliated with Blue Owl Real Estate Capital LLC

Exhibit 10.2 Execution LEASE AGREEMENT By and Between [●], a Delaware limited liability company (Landlord) and SouthState Bank, N.A., a national banking association (Tenant) 1 Table of Contents 1.Basic Terms.‌1 2.Definitions and Base Provisions.‌2 3.Granting Clause.‌10 4.Use.‌11 5.Rent.‌14 6.True Lease.‌16 7.Net Lease.‌17 8.Real Estate Taxes.‌18 9.Personal Property Taxes.‌20 10.Operating Expenses.

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 2, 2025 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

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Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Closes Merger with Independent Financial Expands Presence in TX & CO and Adds Three Board Members For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 Winter Haven, Florida – January 2, 2025 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState” or the “Company”) today announced the closing of its acquisition of Independent Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBTX) (“Independen

Fifth Supplemental Indenture, dated as of January 1, 2025, among SouthState Corporation, Independent Bank Group, Inc. and Computershare Trust Company, National Association, as successor in interest to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee

Exhibit 4.6 Execution Version FIFTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS FIFTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE dated as of January 1, 2025 is by and among Computershare Trust Company, N.A., a national banking association and limited purpose trust company (as successor in interest to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee, and together with its successors, the "Trustee"), SouthState Corporation, a South

Sixth Supplemental Indenture, dated as of January 1, 2025, among SouthState Corporation, Independent Bank Group, Inc. and Computershare Trust Company, National Association, as successor in interest to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee

Exhibit 4.7 Execution Version SIXTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS SIXTH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE dated as of January 1, 2025 is by and among Computershare Trust Company, N.A., a national banking association and limited purpose trust company (as successor in interest to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee, and together with its successors, the "Trustee"), SouthState Corporation, a South

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.2 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, January 23, 2025 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – January 2, 2025 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release fourth quarter 2024 earnings results on Thursday, January 23, 2025, after the market closes. Upon release, i

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 19, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission Fil

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 13, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission Fil

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file numbe

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – October 23, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2024. “Despite

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Secti

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 3Q 2024 October 24, 2024 This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Se

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 4, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – October 4, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release third quarter 2024 earnings results on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, after the market closes. Upon release,

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 14, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001

John C. Corbett

Filed by SouthState Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Independent Bank Group, Inc.

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Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation adds Merriann Metz, Publix General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, to Board For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, Florida – July 25, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) announced today that Merriann Metz was appointed to the board of directors of both the company and its bank subsidiary, SouthState Bank, N.A. Me

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 25, 2024 (July 24, 2024) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Co

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORAT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results Declares an Increase in the Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – July 24, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and six-month periods ended June 30, 202

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Secti

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 2Q 2024 July 25, 2024 This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Secur

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Secti

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 2Q 2024 July 25, 2024 This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Secur

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results Declares an Increase in the Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – July 24, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and six-month periods ended June 30, 202

To the Shareholders of SouthState Corporation and Independent Bank Group, Inc. MERGER PROPOSED — YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT

TABLE OF CONTENTS  Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3)  Registration No. 333-280541 To the Shareholders of SouthState Corporation and Independent Bank Group, Inc. MERGER PROPOSED — YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT On behalf of the boards of directors of SouthState Corporation (“SouthState”) and Independent Bank Group, Inc. (“IBTX”), we are pleased to enclose the accompanying joint proxy statement/prospect

Consent of Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

Exhibit 99.3 Consent of Raymond James & Associates, Inc. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (“Raymond James”) consents to (i) the inclusion of our opinion letter dated May 17, 2024 to the Board of Directors of SouthState Corporation (the “Company”) as Appendix D to the joint proxy statement/prospectus which forms a part of Amendment No. 1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 of the Company (the

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July 12, 2024 VIA EDGAR Division of Corporation Finance Office of Finance U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attention: Madeleine Mateo Re: SouthState Corporation Registration Statement on Form S-4 File No. 333- 280541 Request for Effectiveness Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (File No. 333- 280541) fil

Consent of Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.

Exhibit 99.4 CONSENT OF KEEFE, BRUYETTE & WOODS, INC. We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter to the Board of Directors of Independent Bank Group, Inc. (“Independent”), as Annex E to the joint proxy statement/prospectus which forms a part of Amendment No. 1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (file No. 333-280541) filed on the date hereof (the “Amended Registration Statement

Form of Proxy of SouthState Corporation

Exhibit 99.1 Signature [PLEASE SIGN WITHIN BOX] Date Signature (Joint Owners) Date TO VOTE, MARK BLOCKS BELOW IN BLUE OR BLACK INK AS FOLLOWS: KEEP THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS DETACH AND RETURN THIS PORTION ONLY THIS PROXY CARD IS VALID ONLY WHEN SIGNED AND DATED. V54214-S92926 For Against Abstain ! ! ! ! ! ! SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following pro

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 12, 2024

TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 12, 2024 Registration No.

Form of Proxy of Independent Bank Group, Inc.

Exhibit 99.2 Signature [PLEASE SIGN WITHIN BOX] Date Signature (Joint Owners) Date TO VOTE, MARK BLOCKS BELOW IN BLUE OR BLACK INK AS FOLLOWS: KEEP THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS DETACH AND RETURN THIS PORTION ONLY THIS PROXY CARD IS VALID ONLY WHEN SIGNED AND DATED. V54323-S92297 3. The IBTX adjournment proposal: to adjourn or postpone the IBTX special meeting, if necessary or appropriate, to soli

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – July 8, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release second quarter 2024 earnings results on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, after the market closes. Upon release, investor

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 8, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Num

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 27, 2024

TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 27, 2024 Registration No.

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation Of Filing Fee Tables Form S-4 (Form Type) SouthState Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Fees to Be Paid Equity Common Stock, par value $2.

Consent of Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

Exhibit 99.3 Consent of Raymond James & Associates, Inc. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (“Raymond James”) consents to (i) the inclusion of our opinion letter dated May 17, 2024 to the Board of Directors of SouthState Corporation (the “Company”) as Annex D to the joint proxy statement/prospectus which forms a part of the Registration Statement on Form S-4 of the Company (the “Registration Stateme

Consent of Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.

Exhibit 99.4 CONSENT OF KEEFE, BRUYETTE & WOODS, INC. We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter to the Board of Directors of Independent Bank Group, Inc. (“Independent”), as Annex E to the joint proxy statement/prospectus which forms a part of the Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed on the date hereof (the “Registration Statement”) relating to the proposed merger of Independent

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20529 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 [ ] Transition Report Pursuant

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20529 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR [ ] Transition Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-12669 A. F

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Shane.Tintle [email protected] Davis Polk & Wardwell llp 450 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10017 June 3, 2024 Re: SouthState Corporation Forms 8-K and 8-K/A Filed February 9, 2024 and March 29, 2024 File No. 001-12669 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Industrial Applications and Services 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Susan

John C. Corbett

Filed by SouthState Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Independent Bank Group, Inc.

The following communications are being filed in connection with the proposed merger between SouthState Corporation (“SouthState”) and Independent Bank Group, Inc. (“Independent Financial”, “Independent” or “IBTX”).

Filed by SouthState Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Independent Bank Group, Inc.

The following communications are being filed in connection with the proposed merger between SouthState Corporation (“SouthState”) and Independent Bank Group, Inc. (“Independent Financial”, “Independent” or "IBTX"). Filed by SouthState Corporation Pur

The following communications are being filed in connection with the proposed merger between SouthState Corporation (“SouthState”) and Independent Bank Group, Inc.

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Secti

Exhibit 99.2 SouthState Acquisition of Independent Bank Group GROWTH MARKETS. COMMON CULTURE. BETTER TOGETHER. May 20, 2024 This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2024 (May 17, 2024) SOUTH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2024 (May 17, 2024) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Comm

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 17, 2024, by and between Independent Bank Group, Inc. and SouthState Corporation (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-12669 dated May 20, 2024).

Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and between INDEPENDENT BANK GROUP, INC. and SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION Dated May 17, 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS Article I THE MERGER 1.1The Merger and Bank Merger.‌2 1.2Closing‌3 1.3Effective Time‌3 1.4Effects of the Merger‌3 1.5Conversion of IBTX Common Stock‌3 1.6SouthState Stock‌4 1.7Treatment of IBTX Equity Awards‌4 1.8Articles of Incorporation of Surviving

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 17, 2024, by and between SouthState and IBTX*

Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and between INDEPENDENT BANK GROUP, INC. and SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION Dated May 17, 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS Article I THE MERGER 1.1The Merger and Bank Merger.‌2 1.2Closing‌3 1.3Effective Time‌3 1.4Effects of the Merger‌3 1.5Conversion of IBTX Common Stock‌3 1.6SouthState Stock‌4 1.7Treatment of IBTX Equity Awards‌4 1.8Articles of Incorporation of Surviving

Form of IBTX Support Agreement, dated as of May 17, 2024, by and between SouthState and each director of IBTX and Vincent J. Viola

Exhibit 10.1 SUPPORT AGREEMENT This Support Agreement (this “Agreement”), dated as of May 17, 2024, is entered into by and among SouthState Corporation, a South Carolina corporation (“SouthState”), and the undersigned shareholders (the “Shareholder”) of Independent Bank Group, Inc., a Texas corporation (“IBTX”). WHEREAS, subject to the terms and conditions of the Agreement and Plan of Merger (as t

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Secti

Exhibit 99.2 SouthState Acquisition of Independent Bank Group GROWTH MARKETS. COMMON CULTURE. BETTER TOGETHER. May 20, 2024 This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities A

Form of IBTX Support Agreement, dated as of May 17, 2024, by and between SouthState and each director of IBTX and Vincent J. Viola

Exhibit 10.1 SUPPORT AGREEMENT This Support Agreement (this “Agreement”), dated as of May 17, 2024, is entered into by and among SouthState Corporation, a South Carolina corporation (“SouthState”), and the undersigned shareholders (the “Shareholder”) of Independent Bank Group, Inc., a Texas corporation (“IBTX”). WHEREAS, subject to the terms and conditions of the Agreement and Plan of Merger (as t

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Exhibit 99.1 News Release SouthState Corporation to Acquire Texas-based Independent Bank Group, Inc. For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL and MCKINNEY, TX – May 20, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) and Independent Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBTX) (“Independent Bank Group”) jointly announced today that they have entered into a defini

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2024 (May 17, 2024) SOUTH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2024 (May 17, 2024) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Comm

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Exhibit 99.1 News Release SouthState Corporation to Acquire Texas-based Independent Bank Group, Inc. For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL and MCKINNEY, TX – May 20, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) and Independent Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBTX) (“Independent Bank Group”) jointly announced today that they have entered into a defini

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 FILING FEE TABLES FOR FORM S-8 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Newly Registered Securities Security Type Title of Each Class of Securities to be Registered Fee Calculation Rule Amount to be Registered(1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Share(2) Proposed Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee(3) Equity Common Stock, par value $2.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2024 Registration No.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 00

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 25, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 1Q 2024 April 26, 2024 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports First Quarter 2024 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – April 25, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month period ended March 31, 2024. “In the midst of a transition

DISCLAIMER Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 193

Exhibit 99.1 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Exhibit 99.1 DISCLAIMER Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-loo

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 24, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 24, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Ame

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confide

8-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 6, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission Fi

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, April 25, 2024 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – March 29, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release first quarter 2024 earnings results on Thursday, April 25, 2024, after the market closes. Upon release, investo

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 29, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Ame

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ◻ Check the appropriate box: ◻ Preliminary Proxy Statement ◻ Confid

Compensation Recoupment Policy, approved by SouthState Corporation’s Board of Directors on July 27, 2023, effective as of October 2, 2023 *

Exhibit 97.1 October 2, 2023 HUMAN RESOURCES COMPENSATION RECOUPMENT POLICY Policy Owner: Director of Human Resources Effective Date: October 2, 2023 Last Revision Date: July 14, 2023 Last Board Approval Date: July 27, 2023 1. Overview 1.1Summary; Purpose This Compensation Recoupment Policy (the “Policy”) provides for the recoupment of certain executive compensation paid by SouthState Corporation

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-12669 SOUTHSTATE

List of subsidiaries of SouthState Corporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 21 of Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, filed March 4, 2024)

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT SouthState Bank, National Association, organized under the laws of the United States SSB Insurance Corp.

Form of Performance Share Unit Agreement (Annual Incentive Plan)

Exhibit 10.58 [Form of] Performance Share Unit Agreement (Annual Incentive Plan) This Performance Share Unit Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of , , 202 (the “Grant Date”) by and between SouthState Corporation, a South Carolina corporation (“SSC”), and (the “Participant”). Capitalized terms that are used but not defined herein have the meanings ascribed to them in the 2020

Amendment No. 2, dated as of November 13, 2023, to and under Credit Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2021, by and between SouthState Corporation, as borrower, and U.S. Bank National Association, as lender

Exhibit 10.61 AMENDMENT NO. 2 Dated as of November 13, 2023 to and under Credit Agreement Dated as of November 15, 2021 Each of SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (the “Company”), and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (the “Lender”) agree as follows: i)1)Credit Agreement. Reference is made to the Credit Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2021, between the Company and the Lender (the “Credit Agreement”). Terms u

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One)☒ Form 10-K ☐ Form 20-F ☐ Form 11-K ☐ Form 10-Q ☐ Form 10-D ☐ Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2023 ☐ Transition Report on Form 10-K ☐ Transition Report on Form 20-F ☐ Transition Report on Form 11-K ☐ Transition Report on Form 10-Q For the Transaction Period ended: No

SSB / SouthState Corporation / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv01957-southstatecorp.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 11)* Name of issuer: SouthState Corp Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 840441109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate box to designate th

8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 6, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 25, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – January 25, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and twelve-month periods ended December 31, 2023. “We en

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 4Q 2023 January 26, 2024 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are based o

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 5, 2024 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, January 25, 2024 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – January 5, 2024 – SouthState Corporation (NYSE: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release fourth quarter 2023 earnings results on Thursday, January 25, 2024, after the market closes. Upon release, i

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. C. 20549 FORM 25 NOTIFICATION OF REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND/OR REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(b) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. (Commission File Number) SouthState Corporation Nasd

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. C. 20549 FORM 25 NOTIFICATION OF REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND/OR REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(b) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. 001-12669 (Commission File Number) SouthState Corporation Nasdaq Global Select Market (Exact name of Issuer as specified in its charter, and name of Exchange where security is listed and/or registered)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registran

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 57-0799315 (IRS Employer Identification No.) 1101 First S

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Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Announces Transfer of Listing of Common Stock to NYSE For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 Winter Haven, Florida (December 8, 2023) – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (the “Company”) announced today that the Company will transfer the listing and trading of its common stock from the Nasdaq Global Select Market to the New York Stock Exchange (“NY

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 8, 2023 (December 6, 202

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 8, 2023 (December 6, 2023) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-126

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file numbe

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 3Q 2023 October 27, 2023 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statement

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 26, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – October 26, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2023. “Despi

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, October 26, 2023 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – October 2, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release third quarter 2023 earnings results on Thursday, October 26, 2023, after the market closes. Upon release,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 2, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPOR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 2, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001

Amended and Restated Bylaws of SouthState Corporation dated April 26, 2023

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (the “Corporation”) (Adopted April 26, 2023) ARTICLE I MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS 1. Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the shareholders of the Corporation shall be held annually on such day and at such time and place, either within or without South Carolina, as shall be fixed by the Board of Directors (sometimes referred to as the

Separation Agreement between SouthState Corporation and its Subsidiaries and John C. Pollok

Exhibit 10.1 RELEASE AGREEMENT THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT (hereinafter “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of April 26, 2023, by and between SouthState Corporation (“SSC”) and SouthState Bank, N.A. (the “Bank”) (SSC and the Bank collectively, the “Company”), on the one hand, and John C. Pollok (the “Executive”), on the other hand. The Company and Executive are sometimes referred to collectively h

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 2Q 2023 July 28, 2023 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements a

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results Declares an Increase in the Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – July 27, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and six-month periods ended June 30, 2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 29, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORAT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 29, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, July 27, 2023 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – June 29, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release second quarter 2023 earnings results on Thursday, July 27, 2023, after the market closes. Upon release, investo

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20529 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 [ ] Transition Report Pursuant

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20529 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR [ ] Transition Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-12669 A. F

Separation Agreement between SouthState Corporation and its Subsidiaries and Robert R. Hill, Jr.

Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION March 2, 2023 Robert R. Hill, Jr. 520 Gervais Street Columbia, South Carolina 29201 Dear Robert: This letter agreement (this “Agreement”) sets forth our mutual agreement concerning the termination of your employment with SouthState Corporation, a bank holding corporation organized under the laws of South Carolina (the “Company”), and its subsid

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 00

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports First Quarter 2023 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – April 27, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month period ended March 31, 2023. “SouthState’s first quarter

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 1Q 2023 April 28, 2023 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

DISCLAIMER Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 193

Exhibit 99.1 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Wednesday, April 26, 2023 Exhibit 99.1 DISCLAIMER Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-loo

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORAT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File Nu

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, April 27, 2023 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – April 6, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release first quarter 2023 earnings results on Thursday, April 27, 2023, after the market closes. Upon release, invest

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Ame

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confid

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 3, 2023 (March 2, 2023) SOU

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 3, 2023 (March 2, 2023) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Co

Amendment Number One, dated as of November 14, 2022, to and under Credit Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2021, by and between SouthState Corporation, as borrower, and U.S. Bank National Association, as lender

Exhibit 10.57 AMENDMENT NO. 1 Dated as of November 14, 2022 to and under Credit Agreement Dated as of November 15, 2021 Each of SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (the "Company"), and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (the "Lender") agree as follows: 1. Credit Agreement. Reference is made to the Credit Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2021, between the Company and the Lender (the “Credit Agreement”). Terms us

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT SouthState Bank, National Association, organized under the laws of the United States SSB Insurance Corp.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-12669 SOUTHSTATE

SSB / South State Corp / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv01929-southstatecorp.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 10)* Name of issuer: SouthState Corp. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 840441109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate t

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2022 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – January 26, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and twelve-month periods ended December 31, 2022. “The

DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchange

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 4Q 2022 January 27, 2023 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchangeActof1934.Forward-lookingstatementsarebasedon,amongotherthings,management’sbeliefs,as

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 9, 2023 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

EX-99.1 2 ssb-20230109xex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, January 26, 2023 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL – January 9, 2023 – SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (“SouthState”) announced today that it will release fourth quarter 2022 earnings results on Thursday, January 26, 20

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 14, 2022 (December 13, 2022) ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Juri

Letter from FORVIS, LLP, dated November 21, 2022

Exhibit 16.1 ? ? Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street NE Washington, D.C. 20549 ? Ladies and Gentlemen: We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K dated November 21, 2022 of SouthState Corporation and are in agreement with the statements contained therein with respect to our firm. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the registrant contained therein. /s/ FORVIS, LLP (f

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 21, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpor

First Amendment to Employment Agreement between SouthState Bank, N.A. and Greg A. Lapointe, dated as of October 3, 2022

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This First Amendment (?Amendment?) is dated as of the 3rd day of October, 2022 but is effective as of April 1, 2023 (?Amendment Effective Date?) by and between SouthState Bank, N.A. (the ?Bank?) and Greg A. Lapointe (the ?Executive?) (collectively, ?the Parties?). WHEREAS, the Bank and Executive are parties to that certain Empl

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Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release ? Media Contact ? Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL ? October 24, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30,

DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchange

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 3Q 2022 October 25, 2022 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchangeActof1934.Forward-lookingstatementsarebasedon,amongotherthings,management?sbeliefs,as

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 24, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpora

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Monday, October 24, 2022 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 ? WINTER HAVEN, FL ? October 5, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (?SouthState?) announced today that it will release third quarter 2022 earnings results on Monday, October 24, 2022, after the market closes. Upon r

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 5, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporat

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 3, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporat

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Exhibit 99.1 ? ? Greg Lapointe Announces Retirement in 2023 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith (803) 231-3486 WINTER HAVEN, Fla. ? October 3, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (?SouthState? or the ?Company?) today announced that SouthState Chief Banking Officer Greg A. Lapointe, a 37-year banking veteran, will retire in December 2023, three months following his 60th birthda

Amendment to Third Amended and Restated Employment Agreement and Noncompetition Agreement dated May 26, 2022 by and between Robert R. Hill, Jr. and the Company *

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT TO THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AND NONCOMPETITION AGREEMENT ? This Amendment (this ?Amendment?) to the Third Amended and Restated Employment and Noncompetition Agreement, dated as of January 25, 2020 (the ?Employment Agreement?), by and between Robert R. Hill, Jr. (the ?Executive?) and South State Corporation, a bank holding corporation organized under the laws of

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Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2022 Results Declares an Increase in the Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release ? Media Contact ? Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL ? July 28, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and six-month periods ende

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 28, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporatio

DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchange

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 2Q 2022 July 29, 2022 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchangeActof1934.Forward-lookingstatementsarebasedon,amongotherthings,management?sbeliefs,assum

SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results

Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation to Announce Quarterly Earnings Results on Thursday, July 28, 2022 For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 ? WINTER HAVEN, FL ? July 11, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (?SouthState?) announced today that it will release second quarter 2022 earnings results on Thursday, July 28, 2022, after the market closes. Upon rele

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 11, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporatio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20529 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 [ ] Transition Report Pursuant

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Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 8, 2022 (June 7, 2022) ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction o

June 1, 2022

Exhibit 16.1 ? ? ? June 1, 2022 ? U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 ? ? Ladies and Gentlemen: ? We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K dated June 1, 2022 of SouthState Corporation and are in agreement with the statements therein concerning Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP, BKD, LLP and FORVIS, LLP. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the r

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 1, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation

Amended and Restated Bylaws of SouthState Corporation dated May 26, 2022

EX-3.1 2 ssb-20220526xex3d1.htm EX-3.1 Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (the “Corporation”) (Adopted May 26, 2022) ARTICLE I MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS 1. Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the shareholders of the Corporation shall be held annually on such day and at such time and place, either within or without South Carolina, as shall be fixed by the Board of Di

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 31, 2022 (May 26, 2022) ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction o

Other Events

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 24, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation

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Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchange

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 1Q 2022 Friday, April 29, 2022 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchangeActof1934.Forward-lookingstatementsarebasedon,amongotherthings,management?sbeli

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation Reports First Quarter 2022 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release ? Media Contact ? Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL ? April 28, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month period ended March 31, 2022. ? The Company re

DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchange

Exhibit 99.1 Annual Shareholders? MeetingWednesday, April 27, 2022 Exhibit 99.1 DISCLAIMER2Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchangeActof1934.Forward-lookingstatementsarebasedon,amongotherthings,managem

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

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Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Issues 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report For Immediate Release ? Media Contact ? Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 ? WINTER HAVEN, Florida ? April. 12, 2022 ? SouthState Bank has released its second Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report, highlighting the company?s commitment to its communities, colleagues, corporate stewardship and the environment. ?

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 12, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

SSB / South State Corp / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 9)* Name of issuer: SouthState Corp. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 840441109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: March 31, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rule

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporatio

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 28, 2022 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File N

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Ame

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) ? ? Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? ?

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Ame

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Ame

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) ? ? Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? ?

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 1, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 1, 2022 Registration No.

Employment Agreement dated July 22, 2021, by and among SouthState Bank, N.A. and Douglas L. Williams

Exhibit 10.3 ? Execution Version ? ? EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT ? This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into as of this 22nd day of July 2021 but shall be effective upon the Effective Time (as defined in the Merger Agreement (as defined below)), by and between South State Bank, National Association (the ?Bank?), and Douglas L. Williams (the ?Executive?). WHEREAS, the Executive is prese

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 1, 2022 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporatio

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Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Closes Merger with Atlantic Capital Bank ? Expands Presence and Adds Board Members in Atlanta ? For Immediate Release ? Media Contact ? Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 ATLANTA ? March 1, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) (?SouthState? or the ?Company?) today announced the closing of its acquisition of Atlantic Capital Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACBI) (?Atlantic

Employment Agreement dated July 22, 2021, by and among SouthState Bank, N.A. and Richard A. Oglesby, Jr.

Exhibit 10.4 Execution Version ? EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT ? This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into as of this 22nd day of July 2021 but shall be effective upon the Effective Time (as defined in the Merger Agreement (as defined below)), by and between South State Bank, National Association (the ?Bank?), and Richard A. Oglesby, Jr. (the ?Executive?). ? WHEREAS, the Executive is pre

Filing Fee Table (filed herewith)

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables ? FORM S-8 Registration Statement Under the Securities Act of 1933 ? (Form Type) ? SouthState Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Table 1: Newly Registered Securities ? Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit (3) Maximum Ag

Employment Agreement dated July 22, 2021, by and among SouthState Bank, N.A. and Kurt A. Shreine

Exhibit 10.5 Execution Version ? ? EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT ? This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into as of this 22nd day of July 2021 but shall be effective upon the Effective Time (as defined in the Merger Agreement (as defined below)), by and between South State Bank, National Association (the ?Bank?), and Kurt Shreiner (the ?Executive?). ? WHEREAS, the Executive is presently s

SouthState Corporation 2002 Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Amended and Restated) *

Exhibit 10.49 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION 2002 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN (AMENDED AND RESTATED) ? (Effective Date: February 24, 2022) ? ? ? TABLE OF CONTENTS ? Page ARTICLE I BACKGROUND 1.1Establishment of the Plan.?1 1.2Applicability of the Plan.?1 1.3Purpose.?1 ARTICLE II DEFINITIONS 2.1Administrator.?1 2.2Beneficiary.?1 2.3Board.?2 2.4Code.?2 2.5Committee.?2 2.6Com

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT SouthState Bank, National Association, organized under the laws of the United States SSB Insurance Corp.

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Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 24, 2022 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission Fil

Amended and Restated Bylaws of SouthState Corporation dated February 24, 2022

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (the ?Corporation?) (Adopted February 24, 2022) ARTICLE I MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS ? 1.Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the shareholders of the Corporation shall be held annually on such day and at such time and place, either within or without South Carolina, as shall be fixed by the Board of Directors (sometimes referred to as

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 14, 2022 (February 11, 2022) SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-1

SSB / South State Corp / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 8)* Name of issuer: SouthState Corp. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 840441109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Ru

SSB / South State Corp / WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT GROUP LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4 )* South State Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 840441109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which thi

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 24, 2022 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2021 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release ? Media Contact ? Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL ? January 24, 2022 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and twelve-month periods ended December 31

DISCLAIMER2 Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchang

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 4Q 2021 Tuesday, January 25, 2022 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER2 Statementsincludedinthiscommunication,whicharenothistoricalinnatureareintendedtobe,andareherebyidentifiedas,forward-lookingstatementsforpurposesofthesafeharborprovidedbySection27AoftheSecuritiesActof1933andSection21EoftheSecuritiesExchangeActof1934.Forward-lookingstatementsarebasedon,amongotherthings,management?s

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 7, 2022 SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-12669 (Commission File

Amendment and Restatement, dated as of November 15, 2021, to Credit Agreement, dated as of October 28, 2013, by and between SouthState Corporation, as borrower, and U.S. Bank National Association, as lender

Exhibit 10.1 ? AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT THIS AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT is entered into and effective as of November 15, 2021, by and between SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION, a South Carolina corporation and a registered bank holding company (the ?Company?), and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, a national banking association (the ?Lender?). RECITALS A.The Company and the Lender are p

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 16, 2021 (November 15, 2021) ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Juri

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? Filed by SouthState Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Atlantic Capital Bancshares, Inc.

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2021 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release Media Contact Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL - October 27, 2021 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2021

Three Months Ended

Exhibit 99.1 ? ? ? ? SouthState Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2021 Results Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend For Immediate Release ? Media Contact ? Jackie Smith, 803.231.3486 WINTER HAVEN, FL - October 27, 2021 ? SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30,

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 3Q 2021 Thursday, October 28, 2021 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking

DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

Exhibit 99.2 Earnings Call 3Q 2021 Thursday, October 28, 2021 Exhibit 99.2 DISCLAIMER 2 Statements included in this communication, which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 27, 2021 SOUTHSTATE CORPO

? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 27, 2021 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpora

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? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ? FORM 8-K ? CURRENT REPORT ? Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 27, 2021 ? SOUTHSTATE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? South Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpora