Increase in Net Income and Earnings Per Share
The company reported a 4% increase in net income available to common shareholders, amounting to $17.2 million, and a 5% increase in diluted earnings per share compared to the previous quarter.
Net Interest Margin Expansion
The net interest margin expanded by 14 basis points from the linked quarter and 62 basis points from the same quarter last year, supported by an increase in net interest income by approximately 5% and 19%.
Strong Commercial Loan Portfolio
Nonperforming commercial loans declined by $7 million from March 31 to June 30, and the company reported a 2.4% increase in commercial business loans during the quarter.
Home Equity Lending Growth
Year-to-date closed home equity loans and lines of credit increased by 44% from the comparable period in 2024, with application volume up 19%.
Improvement in Credit Metrics
Consumer indirect net charge-off ratio decreased to 45 basis points from 103 basis points in the first quarter, and net charge-offs were 36 basis points of average loans in the second quarter.
Strong Capital Position
The company's common equity Tier 1 ratio increased by 46 basis points from March 31 and by 81 basis points from June 30, 2024.