Strong Core Profitability Growth
Pretax pre-provision income grew 6% quarter-over-quarter, driven by solid revenue growth that outpaced a slight increase in expenses.
Robust Loan Production
Broad-based commercial loan production led to total annualized loan growth of 9%, with $2.2 billion in second quarter loan production.
Improved Credit Quality Metrics
Nonperforming loans, classified loans, and special mention loans as a percentage of total loans declined by 19, 46, and 115 basis points, respectively, from Q1.
Share Repurchase Program
Repurchased $150 million of common stock, or about 6.8% of shares, with $150 million remaining in the buyback program.
Net Interest Income Increase
Net interest income rose 3.4% from the prior quarter, driven by strong growth in loan balances and higher loan yields.