Record-Breaking Operating Earnings
Operating earnings reached $106 million or 55¢ per share, marking a record for the company and a $0.03 increase from the previous quarter.
Significant Loan Growth
Total loans grew by $150 million or 2.5%, driven by solid originations in residential mortgage and home equity portfolios.
All-Time Highs in Wealth and Commercial Banking
Wealth management and commercial banking fees both hit all-time highs in quarterly revenue.
Strong Noninterest Income Growth
Noninterest income increased by 7% linked quarter, with all categories experiencing growth.
Positive Operating Leverage and Efficiency Ratio
The quarterly efficiency ratio improved to 57.1%, and operating return on average assets increased to 1.3%.