Earnings Per Share Surpasses Estimates
Core earnings per share of $0.38 exceeded consensus estimates by $0.03, showing an improvement from the $0.32 reported in the first quarter.
Net Interest Margin Expansion
Net interest margin expanded significantly from 3.62% in the first quarter to 3.83% in the second quarter, driven by improved loan yields and lower deposit costs.
Strong Loan and Deposit Growth
Loan growth was 8.1% annualized, and total deposits grew 9% year-to-date, reaching $10.1 billion.
Positive Credit Trends
Continuation of positive trends in charge-offs and delinquency, despite a single commercial loan moving to nonaccrual status.
Successful Acquisition Integration
The integration of CenterBank, which added $295 million in loans and $278 million in deposits, is progressing smoothly and bolstering presence in Cincinnati.