Stabilized Net Interest Margin
The net interest margin has stabilized at 1.85%, indicating a halt in its previous decline, with expectations for growth as rates decrease.
Increase in Noninterest Income
Noninterest income amounted to $16.3 million, and excluding a prior gain, it was up by $600,000 or 4%.
Wealth Management Growth
Wealth management revenues increased by $311,000 or 3%, with assets under administration totaling $7.1 billion, up by $249 million or 4%.
Improved Capital Ratios
Total equity increased by $31 million from the end of the second quarter, reflecting improved capital ratios.
Strong Asset and Credit Quality
Nonaccruing loans were 55 basis points and past due loans 37 basis points of total loans, with continued strong credit statistics.