Strong Net Income and Earnings
Primis Financial Corp. reported $8.4 million in net income or $0.34 per share for the second quarter, reflecting strong financial performance.
Improved Operating Leverage
The company achieved wide operating leverage with incremental margins in the mid-4% range and steady to declining operating expenses.
Digital Platform Success
The digital platform raised $36 million nationwide at 4.06% and led to effective deposit cost reduction to 2.89%, which is 32% lower than the same quarter last year.
Mortgage Growth
Primis Mortgage closed about $323 million in the quarter, up 52% from the same quarter in 2024, demonstrating strong growth.
Cost Reduction Initiatives
The company negotiated a solution with its core provider to save about $300,000 per month starting in August and expects additional technology-oriented savings.
Panacea Financial Performance
Panacea grew to over $500 million in outstanding credit and was rated the #1 bank for doctors on Google, illustrating strong performance and market recognition.
Loan Growth
Gross loans held for investment increased almost 12% annualized from March 31 to June 30, with a focus on high-yield earning assets.