The earnings call highlighted several positive developments, including improved earnings, strong asset quality, and core deposit growth. However, there were challenges such as a decline in loan balances and difficulties in the office property market. Despite these challenges, the overall sentiment is positive due to strong credit performance and financial improvements.
Company Guidance
During the West Bancorp, Inc. second quarter 2025 earnings call, the company reported a solid financial performance, with net income reaching $8 million, up from $7.8 million in the first quarter and $5.2 million in the second quarter of 2024. The quarter saw a $67 million increase in deposit balances, driven by new depositors and a bond offering from a municipal customer, which led to a $127 million reduction in brokered funding. Credit quality remained robust with zero nonaccruals and doubtful accounts. The loan yield improved to 5.59% from 5.52% in the previous quarter, despite a slight increase in deposit costs. The company declared a $0.25 per share dividend, providing a yield exceeding 5%. The management highlighted opportunities for asset repricing and continued focus on relationship building and deposit growth, projecting further margin improvement. They also addressed market opportunities stemming from M&A disruptions, particularly in the Minnesota region.
Improved Earnings
First half earnings in 2025 were about $5 million higher than the previous year.
Strong Asset Quality
Credit quality is very strong with 0 doubtful accounts, 0 nonaccruals, and 0 substandard loans.
Dividend Announcement
Declared $0.25 per share dividend payable August 20.
Core Deposit Growth
Core deposit balances increased by approximately $195 million in Q2.
Improved Net Income
Net income was $8 million in Q2, up from $7.8 million in Q1 and $5.2 million in Q2 2024.
Loan Yield Improvement
Loan yield increased to 5.59% in Q2 from 5.52% in Q1.
West Bancorporation (WTBA) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
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WTBA Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Jul 24, 2025
$19.11
$18.59
-2.72%
Apr 24, 2025
$19.15
$18.22
-4.86%
Jan 23, 2025
$20.50
$20.45
-0.24%
Oct 24, 2024
$19.60
$19.69
+0.46%
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West Bancorporation (WTBA) is schdueled to report earning on Oct 23, 2025, Before Open (Confirmed).
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