Significant Increase in Earnings
Diluted earnings per share for the current quarter was $0.48 per share, an increase of 66% from the prior year first quarter. Net income was $54.6 million for the current quarter, an increase of $21.9 million or 67% from the prior year.
Net Interest Margin Improvement
The net interest margin for the current quarter was 3.04%, an increase of 45 basis points from the prior year first quarter margin of 2.59%. This marks the first time the margin has exceeded 3% in two years, with expectations for continued growth.
Successful Acquisitions and Expansions
The acquisition of Bank of Idaho, with $1.3 billion in assets, was announced and expected to close by the end of the month. This acquisition strategically expands Glacier's presence in high-growth markets.
Improved Tangible Stockholders' Equity
Tangible stockholders' equity increased by $67 million or 3% from the prior quarter and $147 million or 7% from the prior year.
Consistent Dividend Growth
Declared a quarterly dividend of 33¢ per share, marking 60 consecutive quarterly dividends and 49 increases.