Significant Increase in Net Income
Net income for the third quarter of $12.8 million, a 53% increase over the third quarter of 2024, and a 16% increase over the linked quarter.
Successful Capital Raise
Completed a follow-on common stock offering raising $80.5 million of new capital, which will support growth and reduce overnight borrowings.
Increase in Noninterest Income
Noninterest income increased by 46.2% over the linked quarter, driven by increased leasing activity and other income categories.
Improved Efficiency Ratio
Efficiency ratio improved to 61.5% from 64.5% in the linked quarter and 70.5% in the prior year third quarter.
Increase in Core Deposits
Core deposits increased by $87 million year-to-date, with a $56.4 million increase in core deposit funding during the quarter.
Strong Credit Quality
Allowance for credit losses to nonperforming loans improved to 177% at September 30, compared to 122% at December 31, 2024.