Strong Financial Performance
First Business Financial Services reported a 23% increase in pre-tax pre-provision adjusted earnings over last year's first quarter, and earnings per share rose by 27% to $1.32. Tangible book value per share grew by 14%.
Robust Deposit Growth
The company achieved double-digit core deposit growth, with deposits growing $488 million or 18% from last year's first quarter. Core deposits grew by $66 million, over 11%.
Loan and Revenue Growth
Loan balances grew by $275 million or almost 10% over the same period last year, meeting the company's long-term growth goal. First quarter revenue increased nearly 13% compared to the first quarter of 2024.
Stable Asset Quality
Non-performing assets declined by $4.3 million from the linked quarter, and the company's weighted average risk rating showed minimal movement.
SBA Lending Momentum
SBA lending sustained its momentum with strong loan sale premiums expected to be a meaningful driver of revenue in 2025.