Solid Earnings Performance
The company generated earnings of $36 million, or $0.37 per share, with return on average assets at 0.79% and average tangible common equity at 7.63%.
Strong Capital Ratios
The tangible common equity ratio increased by 42 basis points to 11.83%, CET1 ratio to 16.83%, and total risk-based capital ratio ended the quarter at 20.05%.
Improved Asset Quality
Nonperforming loans decreased by $13 million to $39 million, with nonperforming assets at 0.22% of total assets and delinquencies at 0.08% of loans.
Stable Deposit Trends
Noninterest-bearing deposits increased, comprising 32% of total deposits, with expectations of minimal volatility in deposit flows for the remainder of the year.
Successful Reduction of High-Cost Funding
Brokered deposits decreased by $184 million, and a $200 million FHLB term advance was repaid, significantly reducing higher-cost wholesale funding sources.
Optimistic Outlook for Loan Demand
Recent client conversations suggest increased loan demand beginning in the fourth quarter, with a growing loan pipeline and strategic pricing adjustments improving competitive position.