Strong Loan Growth
Loans grew $126 million or 15% year-over-year in Q1, with $90 million (72% of the quarter's growth) occurring in March, driven by C&I, asset-based lending, and strong markets in Madison, Milwaukee and Kansas City.
Core Deposit Expansion
Core deposits increased 18% sequentially (linked quarter) and 14% year-over-year, reflecting successful treasury management hiring and market share gains across bank markets and private wealth.
Fee Income and Private Wealth Momentum
Noninterest (fee) income rose nearly 16% year-over-year. Private Wealth produced record revenues of $3.9 million, up 11% year-over-year and contributing more than 40% of total quarterly fee income.
Net Income, EPS and Capital Growth
Net income and earnings per share increased by more than 9% versus Q1 last year. Tangible book value per share grew 14% year-over-year, supported by strong earnings and disciplined capital deployment.
Net Interest Margin and Outlook
Reported NIM increased 3 basis points to 3.56% (356 bps); adjusted for fewer accrual days Q1 NIM was 3.61%. Management expects to operate in or toward the lower-to-middle portion of the $3.60–$3.65 target range for the year as loan mix (C&I) benefits margin.
Progress on Largest Nonperforming Asset
From a downgraded $20.4 million CRE relationship, $3.4 million of land development loans were sold at par in Q1. The remaining ~$17 million has appraisals exceeding carrying values and carries no specific reserves, with additional resolution expected but timed into the second half of 2026.
Positive Operating and Strategic Indicators
Management reiterated a disciplined plan targeting 10% annual loan and core deposit growth, expects 10% fee income growth for 2026, and emphasized culture/talent investments (FTEs +5.7% year-over-year) and reinvestment of excess capital to support continued growth.