Strong Net Income Growth
Reported Q4 2024 net income of $18.5 million, up from $13.7 million in the previous year, marking a 35% increase. Full-year net income of $66.8 million, a 13% increase from 2023.
Robust Loan Portfolio Growth
Achieved a 10% annualized growth rate in the loan portfolio for Q4 2024, with commercial loans growing at a 24% annualized rate.
Healthy Credit Metrics
Nonperforming assets remained near historic lows, with nonperforming loans at $6 million, which is approximately 15 basis points of total loans.
Increased Dividend
The Board approved an 8% increase in the quarterly dividend, marking the 12th consecutive annual increase.
Improved Net Interest Margin
Net interest margin increased to 3.45% in Q4 2024, up from 3.26% in the prior year.