Stellar Financial Performance
TrustCo Bank Corp reported a net income of $15 million for the quarter, an increase of 19.8% over the prior year quarter, and nearly $30 million year-to-date. Return on average assets and average equity were 0.96% and 8.73%, respectively.
Significant Loan Growth
Average loans grew by 2.3% or $115.6 million year-over-year, reaching $5.1 billion. Home equity lines of credit increased by 17.8% and commercial loans grew by 9.2% over last year.
Strong Deposit Growth
Total deposits ended the quarter at $5.5 billion, up $213 million compared to the prior year quarter, indicating strong customer confidence.
Continued Margin Expansion
Net interest income was $41.7 million for the quarter, an increase of 10.5% compared to the prior year quarter. The net interest margin increased by 18 basis points to 2.71%.
Positive Asset Quality Metrics
Nonperforming loans decreased to 0.35% of total loans, and the allowance for credit losses was solid at $51.3 million with a coverage ratio of 286%.
Wealth Management Success
Noninterest income from wealth management increased 13% to $1.8 million, with assets under management totaling approximately $1.2 billion.