Strong Financial Performance
Net income was $21.8 million or $0.48 per diluted share. Return on assets was 1.53% and return on average tangible common equity was 15.29%. The tangible equity ratio increased by 49 basis points from last quarter to 10.83%.
Net Interest Margin and Revenue Growth
Net interest margin improved 22 basis points year-over-year on a tax equivalent basis. Net interest income increased by $1.3 million or 2.1% to $64 million for the quarter.
Loan and Deposit Growth
Total loans increased by $58.4 million from last quarter. Average deposits increased $51 million or 1.1% quarter-over-quarter.
Successful Evergreen Bank Acquisition
The integration of Evergreen Bank is proceeding well, with financial performance exceeding initial expectations. Cost saves estimates are on target and earnings expectations are slightly higher.
Strong Asset Quality
Asset quality remained stable with nonperforming assets flat and only a modest increase in classified assets. Allowance for credit losses on loans increased to $43 million or 1.08% of total loans.