Net Income and Earnings Per Share Beat
Net income for the quarter was $68.8 million or $0.91 per share, exceeding the consensus estimate of $0.79 per share.
Record Deposit Growth
NIDDA grew by more than $1 billion, with average NIDDA up $581 million and total non-brokered deposits increasing by $1.2 billion.
Improved Return Metrics
ROA improved to 78 basis points from 68 last quarter and ROE improved to 9.4% from 8.2% last quarter.
Margin Expansion
Net interest margin expanded from 2.81% last quarter to 2.93%, with net interest income increasing by 5.6% quarter-over-quarter.
Capital Strength
CET1 ratio is at 12.2%, with a pro-forma basis, including AOCI, at 11.3%. Tangible book value per share increased by 9% over the last 12 months.
Stock Buyback Program
The Board authorized a $100 million stock buyback program, indicating confidence in the company's capital position.
New Market Expansions
Expanded into New Jersey and Charlotte, showing strategic growth initiatives in key markets.