Significant Improvement in Net Interest Margin
Net interest margin improved by 92 basis points, leading to a 30% quarter-over-quarter increase in net interest income.
Strong Deposit Growth
Total deposits increased by 2% compared to the linked quarter, with noninterest-bearing deposits growing 4%.
Asset Quality Improvements
The classified loan ratio declined by 54 basis points, a 150 basis point improvement from a year ago.
SBA Gain on Sale Revenue
SBA team generated more than $1.6 million of gain on sale revenue in 2024, with $630,000 occurring in the fourth quarter.
Growth in Wealth Management
Wealth management fees increased 11% over the linked quarter and 18% over the same period last year.