Net Income Growth
Net income was $7.8 million, or $11.3 million when excluding a nonrecurring $3.5 million charge related to the redemption of preferred stock, supported by a 6% increase in net interest income to $55.7 million.
Loan Portfolio Expansion
Total loans reached $2.559 billion, with loan originations increasing to $427 million for the period, reflecting growth in recreational, home improvement, and commercial lending.
Strategic Partnership Program Growth
The strategic partnership program had its fourth straight quarter of over $120 million of originations, reaching a record level of $208.4 million.
Improved Net Interest Margin
Net interest margin was 8.21%, up 10 basis points from a year ago, with a total interest yield increase of 17 basis points to 11.92%.
Strong Performance in Consumer Lending
Consumer lending interest income was $74.1 million for the quarter, growing 5% compared to the same period last year.