Planned Combination with Southern States Banc
FB Financial announced a planned combination with Southern States Banc, emphasizing cultural fit, market opportunity, and financial profile. The integration process is on track with a Q3 expected close.
Loan Growth and Focus Areas
Loan balances grew by $169 million at an annualized rate of 7.14%, primarily in C&I and owner-occupied CRE, while reducing construction exposure. Loans held for investment totaled approximately $9.8 billion at quarter-end.
Strong Capital Ratios
The bank ended the quarter with a tangible common equity to tangible assets ratio of 10.5%, a preliminary CET1 ratio of 12.8%, and a total risk-based capital ratio of 15.2%.
Net Interest Margin Improvement
Net interest margin increased by 5 basis points to 3.55%. This was supported by decreased cost of total interest-bearing deposits by 24 basis points.
Positive Non-Interest Income Performance
Non-interest income was stable at $23 million, with improvements in mortgage banking income due to lower market interest rates and better mortgage servicing economics.