Bankwell Financial Group Reports Strong Q2 Earnings

Bankwell Financial Group Inc ( (BWFG) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Bankwell Financial Group Inc presented to its investors.

Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. is a full-service commercial bank headquartered in New Canaan, Connecticut, offering a range of financial products including commercial loans and treasury management services. In its latest earnings report for the second quarter of 2025, Bankwell Financial Group reported a GAAP net income of $9.1 million, or $1.15 per share, marking a significant increase from the previous quarter’s $6.9 million, or $0.87 per share. The company also declared a cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable in August 2025.

The company’s financial performance was bolstered by an improved net interest margin, which rose to 3.10% due to reduced funding costs. Bankwell also experienced a $24 million net loan growth, with substantial contributions from SBA loan originations. The return on average assets increased to 1.14%, reflecting the company’s strategic investments in risk, operations, and technology.

Key highlights from the quarter include a significant increase in SBA loan sale gains, which rose to $1.1 million, and an improved efficiency ratio of 56.1%, down from 59.9% in the previous quarter. The company also made strides in improving credit quality, with nonperforming assets as a percentage of total assets decreasing to 0.78%.

Looking ahead, Bankwell Financial Group anticipates continued profitability improvements and has updated its 2025 guidance to reflect expected growth in net interest income and noninterest income. The company is also focusing on enhancing its deposit gathering capabilities, which is expected to further boost growth in the coming years.