Net Interest Income Growth
Net interest income increased by $2.1 million to $158.8 million, with an eight basis point increase in margin to 3.03% driven by strategic pricing actions and strong deposit gathering, particularly in demand deposits.
Strong Loan and Deposit Growth
Loans grew by $167 million or 1.2% from the prior quarter, driven by increases in CRE and C&I. Total retail and commercial deposits increased by $324 million, showcasing robust deposit performance.
Investment Portfolio Restructuring
The company executed a restructuring by selling $290 million of securities, resulting in a 309 basis point increase in yield and an expected $8.6 million boost to net interest income in 2025.
Credit Quality Remains Strong
The bank maintained strong credit performance with classified assets decreasing by $7.5 million and a low net charge-off rate of 10 basis points. Nonperforming assets were only 19 basis points of total loans and leases.