Strong Core Earnings and Returns
Core earnings per share reached $1.27, with a core return on assets of 1.3% and core return on tangible common equity of 18.03%, all up from the previous quarter.
Expansion in Core Net Interest Margin
Core net interest margin expanded by 1 basis point to 3.89%, reflecting a reduction in total funding costs of 9 basis points.
Growth in Core Fee Revenue
Core fee revenue grew 9% quarter-over-quarter, driven by growth in wealth, capital markets, and mortgage sectors.
Increase in Client Deposits
Total client deposits increased by 1% quarter-over-quarter and 5% year-over-year, with noninterest deposits growing 11% year-over-year.
Commercial and Consumer Loan Growth
C&I loan balances grew 2% linked quarter, residential mortgage grew 2%, and HELOCs increased by 8%.
Capital Return through Buybacks
WSFS returned $87.3 million of capital, including $77.7 million in buybacks, representing 2.7% of outstanding shares.