Strong Core Earnings and Financial Metrics
Excluding merger-related charges, return on average assets was 1.51%, and return on average equity was 15.12% for Q2 2025, compared to 1.45% and 14.97%, respectively, in Q1 2025.
Net Interest Margin Increase
Net interest margin increased to 4.07% in Q2 2025 from 4.00% in Q1 2025, with further upside potential.
Improvement in Fee Income
Fee income as a percentage of operating revenue improved to 21% during the quarter, with noninterest income increasing by $1.3 million quarter-to-quarter.
Efficiency Ratio Improvement
Excluding merger-related expenses, the efficiency ratio improved to 58.7% for Q2 2025 from 60.5% in Q1 2025.
Shareholder Value Initiatives
Authorized a share repurchase program of up to 500,000 shares. Increased quarterly dividend from $0.26 to $0.27 per share, marking the third increase in the past year.
Strong Loan Pipeline and Commercial Lending
The loan pipeline is strong, the highest since the merger, reflecting regional economic strength and new talent in the team.
Capital and Credit Quality
Capital ratios increased across the board. Nonaccrual loans to total loans decreased to 0.57% for Q2 2025 from 0.59% in Q1 2025.