Earnings Per Share Increase
Earnings per share were up 8.2% from the previous quarter and up 17.8% from the second quarter of 2024, indicating strong financial performance.
Loan Production Growth
The commercial lending group closed $248 million in new loan commitments this quarter, up from $183 million last quarter and $218 million in the same quarter of 2024.
Improved Net Interest Margin
Net interest margin increased to 3.51% from 3.44% in the prior quarter, driven by higher yields on loans and investment portfolios.
Consistent Deposit Growth
Average total deposits increased by $35.4 million from the prior quarter, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of growth.
Strong Capital Position
Regulatory capital ratios remain comfortably above well-capitalized thresholds, with a TCE ratio of 9.4%, up from 9.3% in the prior quarter.