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  • MIL-OSI USA: Ciscomani Stands Up For Ranchers, Provides an Update on his work in Congress in Graham County

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Juan Ciscomani (Arizona)

    Safford, AZ – U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani told Graham County ranchers that they should receive full compensation for cattle killed by Mexican gray wolves. 

    “Ranchers in Arizona and other western states face an intolerable situation,” said Ciscomani. “Their livelihood is directly threatened by an animal that the federal government has reintroduced into our communities. Yet when a wolf kills their cattle, they can’t get full compensation. This just isn’t right.”  

    Ciscomani told ranchers he’s a co-sponsor of the Wolf and Livestock Fairness (WOLF) Act (H.R. 2227) to fully reimburse ranchers for any livestock killed or harmed by endangered Mexican gray wolves. Currently, ranchers are compensated for 75 percent of the value of livestock killed by gray wolves. This bill increases compensation for ranchers to 100 percent of the value of cattle loss and compensates them for decreased herd sizes. 

    “Government bureaucracy cannot stand between ranchers and their way of life,” said Ciscomani

    The Congressman’s meeting with ranchers in Safford was part of a day spent in Graham County. He also provided a congressional update to elected officials, students, business leaders, educators, and community members at Eastern Arizona College. Here is some of the legislation he has introduced and cosponsored to support students, veterans, and workers across Arizona’s 6th District: 

    • The Secure our Rural Schools Act (H.R. 1383) which provides funding to rural counties and schools that are impacted by federal land management, particularly those with large areas of federally owned, tax-exempt forests. 
    • The Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act (H.R. 1458), would expand veterans’ access to educational opportunities in high-demand skill and vocation programs, whether in-person or partially online.  
    • The Creating Opportunities for New Skills Training at Rural and Underserved Colleges and Trade Schools (CONSTRUCTS) Act (H.R. 1055) would create a grant program to fund and develop residential construction education and certification programs at community colleges, junior colleges, and trade schools 
       

    “I am committed to making sure that rural communities, which are often overlooked by the federal government, have a seat at the table,” said Ciscomani. “I spent the day in Graham County, where I met with ranchers to talk about my efforts to strengthen water security, the problem posed by Mexican gray wolves, and my support of a bipartisan bill to provide full reimbursement to ranchers when livestock are killed or harmed by these wolves. Afterwards, I had an engaging meeting with local leaders and community members where I provided an update on my work in Congress and reiterated my ironclad support of Pell Grants, protecting Medicaid, and next steps in reconciliation process. As I always say, you never have to wonder what people in rural Arizona think, and today’s dialogue equips me to better deliver for all of my constituents.” 

    Read coverage from the Gila Valley Central here

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  • MIL-OSI: First Financial Corporation Reports First Quarter Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TERRE HAUTE, Ind., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:THFF) today announced results for the first quarter of 2025.

    • Net income was $18.4 million compared to $10.9 million reported for the same period of 2024;
    • Diluted net income per common share of $1.55 compared to $0.93 for the same period of 2024;
    • Return on average assets was 1.34% compared to 0.91% for the three months ended March 31, 2024;
    • Credit loss provision was $2.0 million compared to provision of $1.8 million for the first quarter 2024; and
    • Pre-tax, pre-provision net income was $25.7 million compared to $14.9 million for the same period in 2024.1

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    1
    Non-GAAP financial measure that Management believes is useful for investors and management to understand pre-tax profitability before giving effect to credit loss expense and to provide additional perspective on the Corporations performance over time as well as comparison to the Corporations peers and evaluating the financial results of the Corporation – please refer to the Non GAAP reconciliations contained in this release.

    Average Total Loans

    Average total loans for the first quarter of 2025 were $3.84 billion versus $3.18 billion for the comparable period in 2024, an increase of $662 million or 20.80%. On a linked quarter basis, average loans increased $51 million or 1.35% from $3.79 billion as of December 31, 2024. Increases in average loans year-over-year were a combination of the acquisition of SimplyBank on July 1, 2024, and organic growth.

    Total Loans Outstanding

    Total loans outstanding as of March 31, 2025, were $3.85 billion compared to $3.19 billion as of March 31, 2024, an increase of $662 million or 20.74%. On a linked quarter basis, total loans increased $16.9 million or 0.44% from $3.84 billion as of December 31, 2024. The year-over-year increase was impacted by the $467 million in loans acquired in the SimplyBank acquisition in July 2024. Organic growth was primarily driven by increases in Commercial Construction and Development, Commercial Real Estate, and Consumer Auto loans.

    Norman D. Lowery, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented “We have had six consecutive quarters of loan growth and have had another record quarter of net interest income. Our net interest margin has also continued to expand. We believe we are well positioned with our strong balance sheet, stable credit quality, and strong capital levels for continued growth.”

    Average Total Deposits

    Average total deposits for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, were $4.65 billion versus $4.05 billion as of March 31, 2024, an increase of $605 million, or 14.95%. Increases in average deposits year-over-year were mostly a result of the acquisition of SimplyBank.

    Total Deposits

    Total deposits were $4.64 billion as of March 31, 2025, compared to $4.11 billion as of March 31, 2024. $622 million in deposits were acquired in the SimplyBank acquisition in July 2024. Non-interest bearing deposits were $856 million, and time deposits were $726 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $738 million and $581 million, respectively for the same period of 2024.

    Shareholders’ Equity

    Shareholders’ equity at March 31, 2025, was $571.9 million compared to $520.8 million on March 31, 2024. During the last twelve months, the Corporation has not repurchased any shares of its common stock. 518,860 shares remain available for repurchase under the current repurchase authorization. The Corporation paid a $0.51 per share quarterly dividend in January and declared a $0.51 quarterly dividend, which was paid on April 15, 2025.

    Book Value Per Share

    Book Value per share was $48.26 as of March 31, 2025, compared to $44.08 as of March 31, 2024, an increase of $4.18 per share, or 9.49%. Tangible Book Value per share was $38.13 as of March 31, 2025, compared to $36.26 as of March 31, 2024, an increase of $1.87 per share or 5.16%.

    Tangible Common Equity to Tangible Asset Ratio

    The Corporation’s tangible common equity to tangible asset ratio was 8.32% at March 31, 2025, compared to 9.00% at March 31, 2024.

    Net Interest Income

    Net interest income for the first quarter of 2025 was a record $52.0 million, compared to $38.9 million reported for the same period of 2024, an increase of $13.1 million, or 33.5%. Interest income increased $13.6 million and interest expense increased $574 thousand year over year.

    Net Interest Margin

    The net interest margin for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, was 4.11% compared to the 3.53% reported at March 31, 2024.

    Nonperforming Loans

    Nonperforming loans as of March 31, 2025, were $10.2 million versus $24.3 million as of March 31, 2024. The ratio of nonperforming loans to total loans and leases was 0.26% as of March 31, 2025, versus 0.76% as of March 31, 2024. On a linked quarter basis, nonperforming loans were $13.3 million, and the ratio of nonperforming loans to total loans and leases was 0.35% as of December 31, 2024.

    Credit Loss Provision

    The provision for credit losses for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $2.0 million, compared to $1.8 million for the same period 2024.

    Net Charge-Offs

    In the first quarter of 2025 net charge-offs were $1.8 million compared to $1.5 million in the same period of 2024.

    Allowance for Credit Losses

    The Corporation’s allowance for credit losses as of March 31, 2025, was $46.8 million compared to $40.0 million as of March 31, 2024. The allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans was 1.22% as of March 31, 2025, compared to 1.25% as of March 31, 2024. On a linked quarter basis, the allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans was unchanged from December 31, 2024.

    Non-Interest Income

    Non-interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 was $10.5 million and $9.4 million, respectively.

    Non-Interest Expense

    Non-interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $36.8 million compared to $33.4 million in 2023.

    Efficiency Ratio

    The Corporation’s efficiency ratio was 57.54% for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, versus 67.21% for the same period in 2024.

    Income Taxes

    Income tax expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $5.4 million versus $2.2 million for the same period in 2024. The effective tax rate for 2025 was 22.59% compared to 16.79% for 2024.

    About First Financial Corporation

    First Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:THFF) is the holding company for First Financial Bank N.A., which is the fifth oldest national bank in the United States, operating 83 banking centers in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia. Additional information is available at www.first-online.bank.

    Investor Contact:
    Rodger A. McHargue
    Chief Financial Officer
    P: 812-238-6334
    E: rmchargue@first-online.com

                         
        Three Months Ended  
        March 31,    December 31,   March 31,   
           2025      2024      2024     
    END OF PERIOD BALANCES                    
    Assets   $ 5,549,094   $ 5,560,348   $ 4,852,615  
    Deposits   $ 4,640,003   $ 4,718,914   $ 4,105,103  
    Loans, including net deferred loan costs   $ 3,854,020   $ 3,837,141   $ 3,191,983  
    Allowance for Credit Losses   $ 46,835   $ 46,732   $ 40,045  
    Total Equity   $ 571,945   $ 549,041   $ 520,766  
    Tangible Common Equity (a)   $ 451,874   $ 427,470   $ 428,430  
                         
    AVERAGE BALANCES                    
    Total Assets   $ 5,508,767   $ 5,516,036   $ 4,804,364  
    Earning Assets   $ 5,194,478   $ 5,196,352   $ 4,566,461  
    Investments   $ 1,266,300   $ 1,311,415   $ 1,308,322  
    Loans   $ 3,841,752   $ 3,790,515   $ 3,180,147  
    Total Deposits   $ 4,650,883   $ 4,757,438   $ 4,045,838  
    Interest-Bearing Deposits   $ 3,837,679   $ 3,925,740   $ 3,326,090  
    Interest-Bearing Liabilities   $ 261,174   $ 134,553   $ 221,425  
    Total Equity   $ 564,742   $ 556,330   $ 522,720  
                         
    INCOME STATEMENT DATA                    
    Net Interest Income   $ 51,975   $ 49,602   $ 38,920  
    Net Interest Income Fully Tax Equivalent (b)   $ 53,373   $ 50,985   $ 40,297  
    Provision for Credit Losses   $ 1,950   $ 2,000   $ 1,800  
    Non-interest Income   $ 10,511   $ 12,213   $ 9,431  
    Non-interest Expense   $ 36,759   $ 39,801   $ 33,422  
    Net Income   $ 18,406   $ 16,241   $ 10,924  
                         
    PER SHARE DATA                    
    Basic and Diluted Net Income Per Common Share   $ 1.55   $ 1.37   $ 0.93  
    Cash Dividends Declared Per Common Share   $ 0.51   $ 0.51   $ 0.45  
    Book Value Per Common Share   $ 48.26   $ 46.36   $ 44.08  
    Tangible Book Value Per Common Share (c)   $ 38.13   $ 36.77   $ 36.26  
    Basic Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding     11,842     11,824     11,803  

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    (a)   Tangible common equity is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate tangible common equity by excluding goodwill and other intangible assets from shareholder’s equity.
    (b)   Net interest income fully tax equivalent is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate net interest income fully tax equivalent by adding back the tax equivalent factor of tax exempt income to net interest income. We calculate the tax equivalent factor of tax exempt income by dividing tax exempt income by the net of tax rate of 75%.
    (c)   Tangible book value per common share is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate the factor by dividing average tangible common equity by average shares outstanding. We calculate average tangible common equity by excluding average intangible assets from average shareholder’s equity.

                       
    Key Ratios      Three Months Ended  
        March 31,         December 31,        March 31,      
        2025     2024     2024        
    Return on average assets   1.34 %   1.18 %   0.91 %
    Return on average common shareholder’s equity   13.04 %   11.68 %   8.36 %
    Efficiency ratio   57.54 %   62.98 %   67.21 %
    Average equity to average assets   10.25 %   10.09 %   10.88 %
    Net interest margin (a)   4.11 %   3.94 %   3.53 %
    Net charge-offs to average loans and leases   0.19 %   0.15 %   0.19 %
    Credit loss reserve to loans and leases   1.22 %   1.22 %   1.25 %
    Credit loss reserve to nonperforming loans   460.57 %   351.37 %   165.12 %
    Nonperforming loans to loans and leases   0.26 %   0.35 %   0.76 %
    Tier 1 leverage   10.63 %   10.38 %   12.02 %
    Risk-based capital – Tier 1   12.70 %   12.43 %   14.69 %

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    (a)   Net interest margin is calculated on a tax equivalent basis.

                         
    Asset Quality   Three Months Ended  
           March 31,       December 31,      March 31,      
        2025   2024   2024  
    Accruing loans and leases past due 30-89 days   $ 17,007   $ 22,486   $ 17,937  
    Accruing loans and leases past due 90 days or more   $ 1,109   $ 1,821   $ 1,395  
    Nonaccrual loans and leases   $ 9,060   $ 11,479   $ 22,857  
    Other real estate owned   $ 560   $ 523   $ 167  
    Nonperforming loans and other real estate owned   $ 10,729   $ 13,823   $ 24,419  
    Total nonperforming assets   $ 13,631   $ 16,719   $ 27,307  
    Gross charge-offs   $ 3,241   $ 3,070   $ 3,192  
    Recoveries   $ 1,394   $ 1,633   $ 1,670  
    Net charge-offs/(recoveries)   $ 1,847   $ 1,437   $ 1,522  
                 
    Non-GAAP Reconciliations   Three Months Ended March 31, 
           2025      2024
    ($in thousands, except EPS)            
    Income before Income Taxes   $ 23,777   $ 13,129
    Provision for credit losses     1,950     1,800
    Provision for unfunded commitments        
    Pre-tax, Pre-provision Income   $ 25,727   $ 14,929
     
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
    (Dollar amounts in thousands, except per share data)
     
           March 31,       December 31, 
        2025   2024
        (unaudited)
    ASSETS            
    Cash and due from banks   $ 86,211     $ 93,526  
    Federal funds sold     427       820  
    Securities available-for-sale     1,182,495       1,195,990  
    Loans:            
    Commercial     2,208,426       2,196,351  
    Residential     966,521       967,386  
    Consumer     673,751       668,058  
          3,848,698       3,831,795  
    (Less) plus:            
    Net deferred loan costs     5,322       5,346  
    Allowance for credit losses     (46,835 )     (46,732 )
          3,807,185       3,790,409  
    Restricted stock     17,528       17,555  
    Accrued interest receivable     25,556       26,934  
    Premises and equipment, net     80,317       81,508  
    Bank-owned life insurance     129,410       128,766  
    Goodwill     100,026       100,026  
    Other intangible assets     20,045       21,545  
    Other real estate owned     560       523  
    Other assets     99,334       102,746  
    TOTAL ASSETS   $ 5,549,094     $ 5,560,348  
                 
    LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY            
    Deposits:            
    Non-interest-bearing   $ 856,063     $ 859,014  
    Interest-bearing:            
    Certificates of deposit exceeding the FDIC insurance limits     145,609       144,982  
    Other interest-bearing deposits     3,638,331       3,714,918  
          4,640,003       4,718,914  
    Short-term borrowings     137,609       187,057  
    FHLB advances     124,898       28,120  
    Other liabilities     74,639       77,216  
    TOTAL LIABILITIES     4,977,149       5,011,307  
                 
    Shareholders’ equity            
    Common stock, $.125 stated value per share;            
    Authorized shares-40,000,000            
    Issued shares-16,190,157 in 2025 and 16,165,023 in 2024            
    Outstanding shares-11,850,645 in 2025 and 11,842,539 in 2024     2,019       2,018  
    Additional paid-in capital     146,159       145,927  
    Retained earnings     699,729       687,366  
    Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss)     (121,182 )     (132,285 )
    Less: Treasury shares at cost-4,339,512 in 2025 and 4,322,484 in 2024     (154,780 )     (153,985 )
    TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY     571,945       549,041  
    TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY   $ 5,549,094     $ 5,560,348  
     
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
    (Dollar amounts in thousands, except per share data)
     
        Three Months Ended
        March 31, 
           2025      2024
                 
    INTEREST INCOME:            
    Loans, including related fees   $ 63,612   $ 50,052  
    Securities:            
    Taxable     6,002     5,931  
    Tax-exempt     2,604     2,603  
    Other     814     817  
    TOTAL INTEREST INCOME     73,032     59,403  
    INTEREST EXPENSE:            
    Deposits     18,199     17,731  
    Short-term borrowings     1,693     976  
    Other borrowings     1,165     1,776  
    TOTAL INTEREST EXPENSE     21,057     20,483  
    NET INTEREST INCOME     51,975     38,920  
    Provision for credit losses     1,950     1,800  
    NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION            
    FOR LOAN LOSSES     50,025     37,120  
    NON-INTEREST INCOME:            
    Trust and financial services     1,393     1,333  
    Service charges and fees on deposit accounts     7,585     6,708  
    Other service charges and fees     316     223  
    Interchange income     214     179  
    Loan servicing fees     165     269  
    Gain on sales of mortgage loans     225     176  
    Other     613     543  
    TOTAL NON-INTEREST INCOME     10,511     9,431  
    NON-INTEREST EXPENSE:            
    Salaries and employee benefits     19,248     17,330  
    Occupancy expense     2,676     2,359  
    Equipment expense     4,505     4,144  
    FDIC Expense     750     662  
    Other     9,580     8,927  
    TOTAL NON-INTEREST EXPENSE     36,759     33,422  
    INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES     23,777     13,129  
    Provision for income taxes     5,371     2,205  
    NET INCOME     18,406     10,924  
    OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)            
    Change in unrealized gains/(losses) on securities, net of reclassifications and taxes     11,100     (11,096 )
    Change in funded status of post retirement benefits, net of taxes     3     73  
    COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)   $ 29,509   $ (99 )
    PER SHARE DATA            
    Basic and Diluted Earnings per Share   $ 1.55   $ 0.93  
    Weighted average number of shares outstanding (in thousands)     11,842     11,803  

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  • MIL-OSI: Juniata Valley Financial Corp. Announces Results for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Mifflintown, PA, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Juniata Valley Financial Corp. (OTCQX:JUVF) (“Juniata”), announced net income for the three months ended March 31, 2025 of $2.0 million, an increase of 48.2%, compared to net income of $1.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Earnings per share, basic and diluted, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was $0.40 compared to $0.27 reported for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

    President’s Message

    President and Chief Executive Officer, Marcie A. Barber stated, “We are pleased to announce first quarter net income of $2.0 million which represents a nearly 50% increase over the same quarter last year. This improvement is due in part to disciplined loan and deposit pricing which resulted in the reversal of a two-year trend of net interest margin compression. Additionally, our continued efforts to increase fee income and improve efficiency resulted in a 3.9% increase in noninterest income and a 9.2% decrease in noninterest expense. Our credit quality remains strong with nonperforming loans totaling 0.1% of the total loan portfolio and delinquent and nonperforming loans comprising 0.4%. Our focus for the remainder of 2025 is to accelerate loan growth, especially in the State College and Harrisburg regions, while maintaining our excellent credit quality. We also intended to actively communicate with and provide customized service to our customers due to the current economic uncertainty, continue the improvements in fee generation and the containment of operating expenses, while exploring opportunities for expansion.”

    Financial Results for the Quarter

    Annualized return on average assets for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was 0.94%, compared to 0.63% for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Annualized return on average equity for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was 16.55%, compared to 13.38% for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

    Net interest income increased by 5.1%, to $5.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to $5.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Average interest earning assets decreased 1.7%, to $842.6 million, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, due to a decrease of $18.2 million, or 5.7%, in average investment securities as principal paydowns on the mortgage-backed securities portfolio were used for funding needs rather than being reinvested into the securities portfolio. Average interest bearing liabilities decreased by $16.1 million, or 2.6%, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2024. This decrease was primarily due to a decline of $23.9 million, or 29.9%, in average borrowings and other interest bearing liabilities, which was partially offset by an increase in average time deposits of $17.3 million, or 8.7%, for the three months end March 31, 2025 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2024.

    The yield on earning assets increased 19 basis points, to 4.42%, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to same period last year driven by an increase in loan yields of 24 basis points, while the cost to fund interest earning assets with interest bearing liabilities increased two basis points, to 2.26%, aided by the 100 basis point decline in the federal funds rate between the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024. The net interest margin, on a fully tax equivalent basis, increased from 2.63% for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to 2.83% for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    Juniata recorded a credit loss expense of $104,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to a credit loss expense of $120,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

    Non-interest income was $1.3 million for both the three months ended March 31, 2025 and March 31, 2024. Most significantly impacting non-interest income in the comparative three month periods were increases of $89,000 in customer service fees due to an increase in the collection of overdraft and checking account fees, as well as $24,000 in trust fees. Partially offsetting these increases between the comparative three month periods was a decline of $56,000 in fees derived from loan activity due to decreases in title insurance commissions, a derivative credit adjustment and loan referral fees in the 2025 period.

    Non-interest expense was $4.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to $5.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, a decrease of 9.2%. Most significantly impacting non-interest expense in the comparative three month periods were decreases in employee compensation and benefits expenses of $233,000 and $99,000, respectively. The primary drivers for these declines were decreases in employee compensation expenses compared to the 2024 period, with the 2024 expenses being elevated due to overtime pay from the core conversion and optimizing staffing levels, and employee benefits expense due to a decrease in medical claims expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2024. Also contributing to the decrease in non-interest expense between the comparative three month periods were decreases of $48,000 in professional fees and $34,000 in the provision for unfunded commitments recorded in other non-interest expense. Partially offsetting these decreases for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2024 was an increase of $74,000 in equipment expense primarily due to an increase in depreciation and ATM expenses attributable to the core conversion in March 2024.

    An income tax provision of $371,000 was recorded for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to $201,000 recorded for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The increase between the comparative three month periods was primarily due to more taxable income recorded in the 2025 period. Juniata qualifies for a federal tax credit for investments in low-income housing partnerships. The tax credit was $82,000 for both the three months ended March 31, 2025 and March 31, 2024.

    Financial Condition

    Total assets as of March 31, 2025 were $854.0 million, an increase of $5.1 million compared to total assets of $848.9 million as of December 31, 2024. Cash and cash equivalents increased $2.5 million, or 22.8%, while total loans increased by $5.1 million, or 1.0%, as of March 31, 2025 compared to December 31, 2024. Total deposits increased by $728,000, or 0.1%, as of March 31, 2025 compared to December 31, 2024, while short-term borrowings and repurchase agreements increased by $1.8 million, or 4.4%, primarily due to increased balances in repurchase agreement accounts. At March 31, 2025, total capital increased $2.7 million, or 5.8%, compared to year-end 2024 due to an increase in retained earnings and a decline in other comprehensive losses.

    Juniata maintains a strong liquidity position and, as of March 31, 2025, had additional borrowing capacity with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh of $213.3 million and with the Federal Reserve’s Discount Window of $51.2 million. In addition, Juniata has internal authorization for brokered deposits of up to $175.0 million. Juniata had no brokered deposits outstanding as of March 31, 2025.

    Subsequent Event

    On April 15, 2025, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.22 per share to shareholders of record on May 16, 2025, payable on May 30, 2025.

    Management considers subsequent events occurring after the statement of condition date for matters which may require adjustment to, or disclosure in, the consolidated financial statements. The review period for subsequent events extends up to and including the filing date of a public company’s consolidated financial statements with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Accordingly, the financial information in this release is subject to change.

    The Juniata Valley Bank, the principal subsidiary of Juniata Valley Financial Corp., is headquartered in Mifflintown, Pennsylvania, with fourteen community offices located in Juniata, Mifflin, Perry, Franklin, McKean and Potter Counties. More information regarding Juniata Valley Financial Corp. and The Juniata Valley Bank can be found online at www.JVBonline.com. Juniata Valley Financial Corp. trades through the OTCQX Best Market under the symbol JUVF.

    Forward-Looking Information
    *This press release may contain “forward looking” information as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Juniata’s management with respect to, among other things, future events and Juniata’s financial performance. When words such as “may,” “should,” “could,” “predict,” “potential,” “believe,” “will likely result,” “expect,” “continue,” “will,” “anticipate,” “seek,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “goal,” “target,” “would” and “outlook,” or the negative variations of those words or similar expressions are used in this release, Juniata is making forward-looking statements. Such information is based on Juniata’s current expectations, estimates and projections about future events and financial trends affecting the financial condition of its business, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and beyond the control of Juniata. These statements are not historical facts or guarantees of future performance, events or results and are subject to risks, assumptions and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. If one or more events related to these or other risks or uncertainties materializes, or if underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may differ materially from this forward-looking information. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and many factors could affect future financial results. Juniata undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward looking information, whether because of new or updated information, future events, or otherwise. For a more complete discussion of certain risks and uncertainties affecting Juniata, please see the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations – Forward-Looking Statements” set forth in the Juniata’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Financial Statements

    Juniata Valley Financial Corp. and Subsidiary
    Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition

                 
    (Dollars in thousands, except share data)      (Unaudited)       
        March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024
    ASSETS            
    Cash and due from banks   $ 5,145     $ 5,064  
    Interest bearing deposits with banks     8,364       5,934  
    Cash and cash equivalents     13,509       10,998  
                 
    Equity securities     1,114       1,189  
    Debt securities available for sale     64,772       64,623  
    Debt securities held to maturity (fair value $184,898 and $182,773, respectively)     189,634       191,627  
    Restricted investment in bank stock     2,674       2,530  
    Total loans     538,971       533,869  
    Less: Allowance for credit losses     (6,278 )     (6,183 )
    Total loans, net of allowance for credit losses     532,693       527,686  
    Premises and equipment, net     9,323       9,382  
    Bank owned life insurance and annuities     15,273       15,214  
    Investment in low income housing partnerships     751       832  
    Core deposit and other intangible assets     240       258  
    Goodwill     9,812       9,812  
    Mortgage servicing rights     68       69  
    Deferred tax asset, net     9,320       9,842  
    Accrued interest receivable and other assets     4,824       4,812  
    Total assets   $ 854,007     $ 848,874  
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY              
    Liabilities:              
    Deposits:              
    Non-interest bearing   $ 198,753     $ 196,801  
    Interest bearing     549,932       551,156  
    Total deposits     748,685       747,957  
                 
    Short-term borrowings and repurchase agreements     44,082       42,242  
    Long-term debt     5,000       5,000  
    Other interest bearing liabilities     769       830  
    Accrued interest payable and other liabilities     5,275       5,388  
    Total liabilities     803,811       801,417  
    Commitments and contingent liabilities            
    Stockholders’ Equity:              
    Preferred stock, no par value: Authorized – 500,000 shares, none issued            
    Common stock, par value $1.00 per share: Authorized 20,000,000 shares; Issued – 5,151,279 shares at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024; Outstanding – 5,016,727 shares at March 31, 2025 and 5,003,384 shares at December 31, 2024     5,151       5,151  
    Surplus     24,712       24,896  
    Retained earnings     54,034       53,126  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss     (31,522 )     (33,320 )
    Cost of common stock in Treasury: 134,552 shares at March 31, 2025; 147,895 shares at December 31, 2024     (2,179 )     (2,396 )
    Total stockholders’ equity     50,196       47,457  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity   $ 854,007     $ 848,874  

    Juniata Valley Financial Corp. and Subsidiary
    Consolidated Statements of Income (Unaudited)

                 
        Three Months Ended
    (Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)   March 31, 
           2025        2024  
    Interest income:        
    Loans, including fees   $ 7,781     $ 7,467  
    Taxable securities     1,365       1,465  
    Tax-exempt securities     30       30  
    Other interest income     17       43  
    Total interest income     9,193       9,005  
    Interest expense:              
    Deposits     2,803       2,642  
    Short-term borrowings and repurchase agreements     531       698  
    Long-term debt     30       117  
    Other interest bearing liabilities     7       9  
    Total interest expense     3,371       3,466  
    Net interest income     5,822       5,539  
    Provision for credit losses     104       120  
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses     5,718       5,419  
    Non-interest income:              
    Customer service fees     460       371  
    Debit card fee income     422       404  
    Earnings on bank-owned life insurance and annuities     57       56  
    Trust fees     131       107  
    Commissions from sales of non-deposit products     101       102  
    Fees derived from loan activity     115       171  
    Change in value of equity securities     (28 )     (13 )
    Gain from life insurance proceeds            
    Other non-interest income     88       98  
    Total non-interest income     1,346       1,296  
    Non-interest expense:              
    Employee compensation expense     1,975       2,208  
    Employee benefits     546       645  
    Occupancy     366       332  
    Equipment     217       143  
    Data processing expense     629       663  
    Professional fees     206       254  
    Taxes, other than income     31       56  
    FDIC Insurance premiums     135       155  
    Gain on other real estate owned            
    Amortization of intangible assets     18       22  
    Amortization of investment in low-income housing partnerships     81       81  
    Merger and acquisition expense            
    Other non-interest expense     481       600  
    Total non-interest expense     4,685       5,159  
    Income before income taxes     2,379       1,556  
    Income tax provision     371       201  
    Net income   $ 2,008     $ 1,355  
    Earnings per share              
    Basic   $ 0.40     $ 0.27  
    Diluted   $ 0.40     $ 0.27  

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  • MIL-OSI: BCB Bancorp, Inc. Reports Net Loss of $8.3 Million in First Quarter 2025; Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.16 Per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BAYONNE, N.J., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BCB Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), (NASDAQ: BCBP), the holding company for BCB Community Bank (the “Bank”), today reported a net loss of $8.3 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to net income of $3.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, and net income of $5.9 million for the first quarter of 2024. Its loss per diluted share for the first quarter of 2025 was ($0.51), compared to earnings per diluted share of $0.16 in the preceding quarter and $0.32 in the first quarter of 2024.

    The Company also announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per share. The dividend will be payable on May 21, 2025 to common shareholders of record on May 7, 2025.

    “Our first-quarter loss was primarily driven by a $13.7 million specific reserve tied to a $34.2 million loan in the cannabis sector,” Michael Shriner, President and Chief Executive Officer of BCB Bank, explained. “Although the borrower remains current, the significant deterioration in their financial condition warranted a downgrade to non-accrual status and the establishment of the reserve. We also increased reserves for our discontinued Business Express Loan portfolio by $3.1 million, in response to the portfolio’s continued elevated deterioration and broader macroeconomic headwinds.”

    “While these credit actions have impacted short-term results, they reflect our disciplined and proactive approach to risk management,” added Mr. Shriner. “Thanks to the positive capital actions taken throughout 2024, we remain well-capitalized, giving us the flexibility to address credit challenges head-on.”

    “BCB Bank has bolstered its credit risk team with new hires who we believe bring deep expertise and a rigorous approach to underwriting,” said Mr. Shriner. “These efforts are part of a broader initiative to strengthen our credit quality oversight. Following a comprehensive portfolio review using a conservative risk framework, we’ve adjusted the risk ratings on a number of loans to better reflect current market realities. Importantly, the majority of our customers remain current on their payments, and our team is actively engaging with borrowers to secure updated financials and support improved risk profiles.”

    Executive Summary

    • Total deposits were $2.687 billion at March 31, 2025 compared to $2.751 billion at December 31, 2024.
    • Net interest margin was 2.59 percent for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 2.53 percent for the fourth quarter of 2024, and 2.50 percent for the first quarter of 2024.
      • Total yield on interest-earning assets was 5.20 percent for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 5.33 percent for both the fourth quarter of 2024, and the first quarter of 2024.
      • Total cost of interest-bearing liabilities decreased 24 basis points to 3.33 percent for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 3.57 percent for the fourth quarter of 2024, and decreased 21 basis points to 3.54 percent for the first quarter of 2024.
    • The efficiency ratio for the first quarter was 61.6 percent compared to 62.1 percent in the prior quarter, and 58.8 percent in the first quarter of 2024.
    • The annualized return on average assets ratio for the first quarter was (0.95) percent, compared to 0.36 percent in the prior quarter, and 0.61 percent in the first quarter of 2024.
    • The annualized return on average equity ratio for the first quarter was (10.4) percent, compared to 4.0 percent in the prior quarter, and 7.5 percent in the first quarter of 2024.
    • The provision for credit losses was $20.8 million in the first quarter of 2025 compared to $4.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2024. In the first quarter of 2024, the Bank recorded a provision of $2.1 million.
    • The allowance for credit losses (“ACL”) as a percentage of non-accrual loans was 51.6 percent at March 31, 2025 compared to 77.8 percent for the prior quarter-end and 155.4 percent at March 31, 2024. Total non-accrual loans were $99.8 million at March 31, 2025, $44.7 million at December 31, 2024 and $22.2 million at March 31, 2024.
    • Total loans receivable, net of the allowance for credit losses, of $2.918 billion at March 31, 2025, decreased 2.6 percent from $2.996 billion at December 31, 2024, and decreased 9.6 percent, from $3.227 billion at March 31, 2024.

    Balance Sheet Review

    Total assets decreased by $125.3 million, or 3.5 percent, to $3.474 billion at March 31, 2025, from $3.599 billion at December 31, 2024. The decrease in total assets was mainly related to a decrease in net loans and in cash and cash equivalents.

    Total cash and cash equivalents decreased by $64.5 million, or 20.3 percent, to $252.8 million at March 31, 2025, from $317.3 million at December 31, 2024. The decrease in cash was primarily due to the reduction of the Bank’s exposure to wholesale funding by paying down high cost brokered deposits.

    Loans receivable, net, decreased by $78.6 million, or 2.6 percent, to $2.918 billion at March 31, 2025, from $2.996 billion at December 31, 2024. Total loan decreases during the period included decreases totaling $62.3 million in commercial real estate and multi-family loans, construction loans, 1-4 family residential loans and home equity loans. The allowance for credit losses increased $16.7 million to $51.5 million, or 51.6 percent of non-accruing loans and 1.73 percent of gross loans, at March 31, 2025, as compared to an allowance for credit losses of $34.8 million, or 77.8 percent of non-accruing loans and 1.15 percent of gross loans, at December 31, 2024.

    Total investment securities increased by $14.7 million, or 13.2 percent, to $125.9 million at March 31, 2025, from $111.2 million at December 31, 2024, representing current year purchases.

    Deposits decreased by $64.4 million, or 2.3 percent, to $2.687 billion at March 31, 2025, from $2.751 billion at December 31, 2024. Brokered deposits decreased $112.5 million, and were offset by increases in certificates of deposit, money market accounts, transaction accounts and savings accounts which totaled $48.4 million.

    Debt obligations decreased by $49.8 million to $448.5 million at March 31, 2025 from $498.3 million at December 31, 2024, due to maturities and paydowns of our FHLB advances. The weighted average interest rate of FHLB advances was 4.33 percent at March 31, 2025 and 4.35 percent at December 31, 2024. The weighted average maturity of FHLB advances as of March 31, 2025 was 0.83 years. The interest rate of our subordinated debt balances was 9.25 percent at March 31, 2025 and at December 31, 2024.

    Stockholders’ equity decreased by $9.2 million, or 2.8 percent, to $314.7 million at March 31, 2025, from $323.9 million at December 31, 2024. The decrease was attributable to the decrease in retained earnings of $11.6 million, or 8.2 percent, to $130.3 million at March 31, 2025 from $141.9 million at December 31, 2024. Offsetting this were increases in accumulated other comprehensive income, and additional paid in capital on stock, which totaled $2.4 million.

    First Quarter 2025 Income Statement Review

    The Company reported a net loss of $8.3 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 as compared to net income of $5.9 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. The decline was primarily driven by an increase to the Provision for loan losses of $18.8 million. offset by $5.8 million decrease in income tax provisioning. Also, net interest income decreased by $1.1 million, or 4.9 percent, to $22.0 million for the first quarter of 2025, from $23.1 million for the first quarter of 2024. The decrease in net interest income resulted from lower interest income which was partially offset by lower interest expense.

    Interest income decreased by $5.1 million, or 10.3 percent, to $44.2 million for the first quarter of 2025 from $49.3 million for the first quarter of 2024. The average balance of interest-earning assets decreased $255.9 million, or 6.9 percent, to $3.444 billion for the first quarter of 2025 from $3.699 billion for the first quarter of 2024, while the average yield decreased 13 basis points to 5.20 percent for the first quarter of 2025 from 5.33 percent for the first quarter of 2024.

    Interest expense decreased by $4.0 million to $22.2 million for the first quarter of 2025 from $26.1 million for the first quarter of 2024. The decrease resulted from a decrease in the average rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities of 21 basis points to 3.33 percent for the first quarter of 2025 from 3.54 percent for the first quarter of 2024, while the average balance of interest-bearing liabilities decreased by $256.2 million to $2.701 billion for the first quarter of 2025 from $2.957 billion for the first quarter of 2024.

    The net interest margin was 2.59 percent for the first quarter of 2025 compared to 2.50 percent for the first quarter of 2024. The increase in the net interest margin compared to the first quarter of 2024 was the result of a decrease in the cost of interest-bearing liabilities partially offset by the decrease in the yield on interest-earning assets.

    During the first quarter of 2025, the Company recognized $4.2 million in net charge-offs compared to $1.1 million in net charge-offs in the first quarter of 2024. The Bank had non-accrual loans totaling $99.8 million, or 3.36 percent of gross loans, at March 31, 2025 as compared to $44.7 million, or 1.48 percent of gross loans, at December 31, 2024. The allowance for credit losses on loans was $51.5 million, or 1.73 percent of gross loans, at March 31, 2025, and $34.8 million, or 1.15 percent of gross loans, at December 31, 2024. The provision for credit losses was $20.8 million for the first quarter of 2025 compared to $4.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2024. Management believes that the allowance for credit losses on loans was adequate at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024.

    Non-interest income decreased by $318 thousand to $1.8 million for the first quarter of 2025 from $2.1 million in the first quarter of 2024. The decrease in total non-interest income was mainly related to decreases in gains on equity securities and BOLI income of $245 thousand and $67 thousand, respectively.

    Non-interest expense decreased by $178 thousand, or 1.2 percent, to $14.7 million for the first quarter of 2025 when compared to non-interest expense of $14.8 million for the first quarter of 2024. The decrease in these expenses for the first quarter of 2025 was primarily driven by lower regulatory assessment charges, offset by higher salaries and employee benefits.

    The income tax provision decreased by $5.8 million, to an income tax credit of $3.4 million for the first quarter of 2025 when compared to a $2.5 million provision for the first quarter of 2024.

    Asset Quality

    During the first quarter of 2025, the Company recognized $4.2 million in net charge offs, compared to $1.1 million in net charge-offs for the first quarter of 2024.

    The Bank had non-accrual loans totaling $99.8 million, or 3.36 percent of gross loans, at March 31, 2025, as compared to $22.2 million, or 0.68 percent of gross loans, at March 31, 2024. More than 60% of the non-accrual loans are current with all payments of principal, interest, taxes and insurance, including the previously mentioned loan that has been allocated a specific reserve.  However, given that the normal standard for non-accrual is a 90 day delinquency, logic and transparency dictates that this population of loans possess certain weaknesses that are beyond payment status and therefore, even though they are current, they should be placed on non-accrual.  Although our borrowers have made payment of their loan obligations to BCB a priority, our evaluation of their financial condition causes some concern about their continued ability to do so. The allowance for credit losses was $51.5 million, or 1.73 percent of gross loans, at March 31, 2025, and $34.6 million, or 1.06 percent of gross loans, at March 31, 2024. The allowance for credit losses was 51.6 percent of non-accrual loans at March 31, 2025, and 155.4 percent of non-accrual loans at March 31, 2024.

    About BCB Bancorp, Inc.

    Established in 2000 and headquartered in Bayonne, N.J., BCB Community Bank is the wholly-owned subsidiary of BCB Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: BCBP). The Bank has twenty-three branch offices in Bayonne, Edison, Hoboken, Fairfield, Holmdel, Jersey City, Lyndhurst, Maplewood, Monroe Township, Newark, Parsippany, Plainsboro, River Edge, Rutherford, South Orange, Union, and Woodbridge, New Jersey, and four branches in Hicksville and Staten Island, New York. The Bank provides businesses and individuals a wide range of loans, deposit products, and retail and commercial banking services. For more information, please go to www.bcb.bank.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This release, like many written and oral communications presented by BCB Bancorp, Inc., and our authorized officers, may contain certain forward-looking statements regarding our prospective performance and strategies within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and are including this statement for purposes of said safe harbor provisions. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe future plans, strategies, and expectations of the Company, are generally identified by use of words “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “seek,” “strive,” “try,” or future or conditional verbs such as “could,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “would,” or similar expressions. Our ability to predict results or the actual effects of our plans or strategies is inherently uncertain. Accordingly, actual results may differ materially from anticipated results.

    The most significant factor that could cause future results to differ materially from those anticipated by our forward-looking statements include the ongoing impact of global tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, higher inflation levels, and general economic and recessionary concerns, all of which could impact economic growth and could cause increased loan delinquencies, a reduction in financial transactions and business activities, including decreased deposits and reduced loan originations, our ability to manage liquidity and capital in a rapidly changing and unpredictable market, supply chain disruptions, and labor shortages. Other factors that could cause future results to vary materially from current management expectations as reflected in our forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: the global impact of the military conflicts in the Ukraine and the Middle East; unfavorable economic conditions in the United States generally and particularly in our primary market area; the Company’s ability to effectively attract and deploy deposits; changes in the Company’s corporate strategies, the composition of its assets, or the way in which it funds those assets; shifts in investor sentiment or behavior in the securities, capital, or other financial markets, including changes in market liquidity or volatility; the effects of declines in real estate values that may adversely impact the collateral underlying our loans; increase in unemployment levels and slowdowns in economic growth; our level of non-performing assets and the costs associated with resolving any problem loans including litigation and other costs; the impact of changes in interest rates and the credit quality and strength of underlying collateral and the effect of such changes on the market value of our loan and investment securities portfolios; the credit risk associated with our loan portfolio; changes in the quality and composition of the Bank’s loan and investment portfolios; changes in our ability to access cost-effective funding; deposit flows; legislative and regulatory changes, including increases in Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, or FDIC, insurance rates; monetary and fiscal policies of the federal and state governments; changes in tax policies, rates and regulations of federal, state and local tax authorities; demands for our loan products; demand for financial services; competition; changes in the securities or secondary mortgage markets; changes in management’s business strategies; changes in consumer spending; our ability to hire and retain key employees; the effects of any reputational, credit, interest rate, market, operational, legal, liquidity, or regulatory risk; expanding regulatory requirements which could adversely affect operating results; civil unrest in the communities that we serve; and other factors discussed elsewhere in this report, and in other reports we filed with the SEC, including under “Risk Factors” in Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K, and our other periodic reports that we file with the SEC.

    Annualized, pro forma, projected and estimated numbers are used for illustrative purpose only, are not forecasts and may not reflect actual results.

    Explanation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    Reported amounts are presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). This press release also contains certain supplemental Non-GAAP information that the Company’s management uses in its analysis of the Company’s financial results. The Company’s management believes that providing this information to analysts and investors allows them to better understand and evaluate the Company’s financial results for the periods in question.

    The Company provides measurements and ratios based on tangible stockholders’ equity and efficiency ratios. These measures are utilized by regulators and market analysts to evaluate a company’s financial condition and, therefore, the Company’s management believes that such information is useful to investors. For a reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP financial measures included in this press release, see “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below.

             
      Statements of Operations – Three Months Ended,      
      March 31,2025 December 31, 2024 March 31, 2024 Mar 31, 2025 vs.
    Dec 31, 2024
      Mar 31, 2025 vs.
    Mar 31, 2024
    Interest and dividend income: (In thousands, except per share amounts, Unaudited)      
    Loans, including fees $ 38,927   $ 41,431   $ 43,722     -6.0 %     -11.0 %
    Mortgage-backed securities   561     473     305     18.6 %     83.9 %
    Other investment securities   968     978     975     -1.0 %     -0.7 %
    FHLB stock and other interest-earning assets   3,736     3,771     4,283     -0.9 %     -12.8 %
    Total interest and dividend income   44,192     46,653     49,285     -5.3 %     -10.3 %
                 
    Interest expense:            
    Deposits:            
    Demand   5,418     5,866     5,257     -7.6 %     3.1 %
    Savings and club   151     156     166     -3.2 %     -9.0 %
    Certificates of deposit   10,762     12,218     14,983     -11.9 %     -28.2 %
        16,331     18,240     20,406     -10.5 %     -20.0 %
    Borrowings   5,856     6,219     5,736     -5.8 %     2.1 %
    Total interest expense   22,187     24,459     26,142     -9.3 %     -15.1 %
                 
    Net interest income   22,005     22,194     23,143     -0.9 %     -4.9 %
    Provision for credit losses   20,845     4,154     2,088     401.8 %     898.3 %
                 
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses   1,160     18,040     21,055     -93.6 %     -94.5 %
                 
    Non-interest income income :            
    Fees and service charges   1,173     1,187     1,215     -1.2 %     -3.5 %
    (Loss) gain on sales of loans       (554 )   45     -100.0 %     -100.0 %
    Realized and unrealized (loss) gain on equity investments   (115 )   (661 )   130     -82.6 %     -188.5 %
    Bank-owned life insurance (“BOLI”) income   608     636     675     -4.4 %     -9.9 %
    Other   125     330     44     -62.1 %     184.1 %
    Total non-interest income   1,791     938     2,109     90.9 %     -15.1 %
                 
    Non-interest expense:            
    Salaries and employee benefits   7,403     7,117     6,981     4.0 %     6.0 %
    Occupancy and equipment   2,723     2,483     2,644     9.7 %     3.0 %
    Data processing and communications   1,844     1,754     1,853     5.1 %     -0.5 %
    Professional fees   692     599     595     15.5 %     16.3 %
    Director fees   418     269     277     55.4 %     50.9 %
    Regulatory assessment fees   709     769     1,142     -7.8 %     -37.9 %
    Advertising and promotions   179     212     216     -15.6 %     -17.1 %
    Other   692     1,164     1,130     -40.5 %     -38.8 %
    Total non-interest expense   14,660     14,367     14,838     2.0 %     -1.2 %
                 
    (Loss) Income before income tax provision   (11,709 )   4,611     8,326     -353.9 %     -240.6 %
    Income tax (benefit) provision   (3,385 )   1,339     2,460     -352.8 %     -237.6 %
                 
    Net (Loss) Income   (8,324 )   3,272     5,866     -354.4 %     -241.9 %
    Preferred stock dividends   482     475     434     1.6 %     11.0 %
    Net (Loss) Income available to common stockholders $ (8,806 ) $ 2,797   $ 5,432     -414.8 %     -262.1 %
                 
    Net (Loss) Income per common share-basic and diluted            
    Basic $ (0.51 ) $ 0.16   $ 0.32     -413.8 %     -260.4 %
    Diluted $ (0.51 ) $ 0.16   $ 0.32     -414.7 %     -260.5 %
                 
    Weighted average number of common shares outstanding            
    Basic   17,113     17,056     16,930     0.3 %     1.1 %
    Diluted   17,113     17,108     16,939     0.0 %     1.0 %
                 
    Statements of Financial Condition March 31,2025 December 31,2024 March 31, 2024 March 31, 2025 vs.
    December 31, 2024
    March 31, 2025 vs.
    March 31, 2024
    ASSETS (In Thousands, Unaudited)    
    Cash and amounts due from depository institutions $ 11,977   $ 14,075   $ 11,795     -14.9 %   1.5 %
    Interest-earning deposits   240,773     303,207     340,653     -20.6 %   -29.3 %
    Total cash and cash equivalents   252,750     317,282     352,448     -20.3 %   -28.3 %
               
    Interest-earning time deposits   735     735     735          
    Debt securities available for sale   116,496     101,717     86,966     14.5 %   34.0 %
    Equity investments   9,357     9,472     9,223     -1.2 %   1.5 %
    Loans held for sale                    
    Loans receivable, net of allowance for credit losses on loans          
    of $51,484, $34,789 and $34,563 , respectively   2,917,610     2,996,259     3,226,877     -2.6 %   -9.6 %
    Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (“FHLB”) stock, at cost   22,066     24,272     24,917     -9.1 %   -11.4 %
    Premises and equipment, net   12,474     12,569     12,744     -0.8 %   -2.1 %
    Accrued interest receivable   16,354     15,176     17,442     7.8 %   -6.2 %
    Deferred income taxes   22,814     17,181     17,555     32.8 %   30.0 %
    Goodwill and other intangibles   5,253     5,253     5,253     0.0 %   0.0 %
    Operating lease right-of-use asset   12,622     12,686     12,186     -0.5 %   3.6 %
    Bank-owned life insurance (“BOLI”)   76,648     76,040     74,081     0.8 %   3.5 %
    Other assets   8,643     10,476     8,768     -17.5 %   -1.4 %
    Total Assets $ 3,473,822   $ 3,599,118   $ 3,849,195     -3.5 %   -9.8 %
               
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY          
               
    LIABILITIES          
    Non-interest bearing deposits $ 542,621   $ 520,387   $ 531,112     4.3 %   2.2 %
    Interest bearing deposits   2,143,887     2,230,471     2,460,547     -3.9 %   -12.9 %
    Total deposits   2,686,508     2,750,858     2,991,659     -2.3 %   -10.2 %
    FHLB advances   405,499     455,361     472,949     -10.9 %   -14.3 %
    Subordinated debentures   43,024     42,961     37,624     0.1 %   14.4 %
    Operating lease liability   13,087     13,139     12,579     -0.4 %   4.0 %
    Other liabilities   10,982     12,874     14,253     -14.7 %   -22.9 %
    Total Liabilities   3,159,100     3,275,193     3,529,064     -3.5 %   -10.5 %
               
    STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY          
    Preferred stock: $0.01 par value, 10,000 shares authorized                    
    Additional paid-in capital preferred stock   25,243     24,723     27,733     2.1 %   -9.0 %
    Common stock: no par value, 40,000 shares authorized               0.0 %   0.0 %
    Additional paid-in capital common stock   201,804     200,935     199,726     0.4 %   1.0 %
    Retained earnings   130,291     141,853     138,643     -8.2 %   -6.0 %
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (4,269 )   (5,239 )   (7,624 )        
    Treasury stock, at cost   (38,347 )   (38,347 )   (38,347 )   0.0 %   0.0 %
    Total Stockholders’ Equity   314,722     323,925     320,131     -2.8 %   -1.7 %
               
    Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity $ 3,473,822   $ 3,599,118   $ 3,849,195     -3.5 %   -9.8 %
               
    Outstanding common shares   17,163     17,063     16,957      
               
      Three Months Ended March 31,
      2025   2024
      Average Balance Interest Earned/Paid Average Yield/Rate (3)   Average Balance Interest Earned/Paid Average Yield/Rate (3)
      (Dollars in thousands)
    Interest-earning assets:              
    Loans Receivable (4)(5) $ 2,994,529   $ 38,927     5.27 %   $ 3,299,938   $ 43,722     5.30 %
    Investment Securities   117,205     1,529     5.22 %     96,226     1,280     5.32 %
    Other Interest-earning assets (6)   331,808     3,736     4.57 %     303,291     4,283     5.65 %
    Total Interest-earning assets   3,443,542     44,192     5.20 %     3,699,455     49,285     5.33 %
    Non-interest-earning assets   125,974           125,480      
    Total assets $ 3,569,516         $ 3,824,935      
    Interest-bearing liabilities:              
    Interest-bearing demand accounts $ 560,565   $ 2,369     1.71 %   $ 560,190   $ 2,230     1.59 %
    Money market accounts   394,282     3,049     3.14 %     369,096     3,027     3.28 %
    Savings accounts   252,227     151     0.24 %     277,731     166     0.24 %
    Certificates of Deposit   1,005,669     10,762     4.34 %     1,239,807     14,983     4.83 %
    Total interest-bearing deposits   2,212,743     16,331     2.99 %     2,446,824     20,406     3.34 %
    Borrowed funds   488,418     5,856     4.86 %     510,503     5,736     4.49 %
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   2,701,161     22,187     3.33 %     2,957,327     26,142     3.54 %
    Non-interest-bearing liabilities   543,660           552,959      
    Total liabilities   3,244,821           3,510,286      
    Stockholders’ equity   324,695           314,649      
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 3,569,516         $ 3,824,935      
    Net interest income   $ 22,005         $ 23,143    
    Net interest rate spread(1)       1.87 %         1.79 %
    Net interest margin(2)       2.59 %         2.50 %
                   
    (1) Net interest rate spread represents the difference between the average yield on average interest-earning assets and the average cost of average interest-bearing liabilities.
    (2) Net interest margin represents net interest income divided by average total interest-earning assets.
    (3) Annualized.
    (4) Excludes allowance for credit losses.
    (5) Includes non-accrual loans.
    (6) Includes Federal Home Loan Bank of New York Stock.
                   
      Financial Condition data by quarter
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
               
      (In thousands, except book values)
    Total assets $ 3,473,822   $ 3,599,118   $ 3,613,770   $ 3,793,941   $ 3,849,195  
    Cash and cash equivalents   252,750     317,282     243,123     326,870     352,448  
    Securities   125,853     111,189     108,302     94,965     96,189  
    Loans receivable, net   2,917,610     2,996,259     3,087,914     3,161,925     3,226,877  
    Deposits   2,686,508     2,750,858     2,724,580     2,935,239     2,991,659  
    Borrowings   448,523     498,322     533,466     510,710     510,573  
    Stockholders’ equity   314,722     323,925     328,113     320,732     320,131  
    Book value per common share1 $ 16.87   $ 17.54   $ 17.50   $ 17.17   $ 17.24  
    Tangible book value per common share2 $ 16.56   $ 17.23   $ 17.19   $ 16.86   $ 16.93  
               
      Operating data by quarter
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
      (In thousands, except for per share amounts)
    Net interest income $ 22,005   $ 22,194   $ 23,045   $ 23,639   $ 23,143  
    Provision for credit losses   20,845     4,154     2,890     2,438     2,088  
    Non-interest income (loss)   1,791     938     3,127     (3,234 )   2,109  
    Non-interest expense   14,660     14,367     13,929     13,987     14,838  
    Income tax (benefit) expense   (3,385 )   1,339     2,685     1,163     2,460  
    Net (loss) income $ (8,324 ) $ 3,272   $ 6,668   $ 2,817   $ 5,866  
    Net (loss) income per diluted share $ (0.51 ) $ 0.16   $ 0.36   $ 0.14   $ 0.32  
    Common Dividends declared per share $ 0.16   $ 0.16   $ 0.16   $ 0.16   $ 0.16  
               
      Financial Ratios(3)
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
    Return on average assets   (0.95 %)   0.36 %   0.72 %   0.30 %   0.61 %
    Return on average stockholders’ equity   (10.40 %)   4.04 %   8.29 %   3.52 %   7.46 %
    Net interest margin   2.59 %   2.53 %   2.58 %   2.60 %   2.50 %
    Stockholders’ equity to total assets   9.06 %   9.00 %   9.08 %   8.45 %   8.32 %
    Efficiency Ratio4   61.61 %   62.11 %   53.22 %   68.55 %   58.76 %
               
      Asset Quality Ratios
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
      (In thousands, except for ratio %)
    Non-Accrual Loans $ 99,833   $ 44,708   $ 35,330   $ 32,448   $ 22,241  
    Non-Accrual Loans as a % of Total Loans   3.36 %   1.48 %   1.13 %   1.01 %   0.68 %
    ACL as % of Non-Accrual Loans   51.6 %   77.8 %   98.2 %   108.6 %   155.4 %
    Individually Analyzed Loans   122,517     83,399     66,048     60,798     65,731  
    Classified Loans   251,989     152,714     98,316     87,033     97,739  
               
    (1) Calculated by dividing stockholders’ equity, less preferred equity, to shares outstanding.
    (2) Calculated by dividing tangible stockholders’ common equity, a non-GAAP measure, by shares outstanding. Tangible stockholders’ common equity is stockholders’ equity less goodwill and preferred stock. See “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures by quarter.”  
    (3) Ratios are presented on an annualized basis, where appropriate.
    (4) The Efficiency Ratio, a non-GAAP measure, was calculated by dividing non-interest expense by the total of net interest income and non-interest income. See “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures by quarter.”
               
      Recorded Investment in Loans Receivable by quarter
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
      (In thousands)
    Residential one-to-four family $ 232,456   $ 239,870   $ 241,050   $ 242,706   $ 244,762  
    Commercial and multi-family   2,221,218     2,246,677     2,296,886     2,340,385     2,392,970  
    Construction   118,779     135,434     146,471     173,207     180,975  
    Commercial business   330,358     342,799     371,365     375,355     378,073  
    Home equity   66,479     66,769     67,566     66,843     65,518  
    Consumer   2,271     2,235     2,309     2,053     2,847  
      $ 2,971,561   $ 3,033,784   $ 3,125,647   $ 3,200,549   $ 3,265,145  
    Less:          
    Deferred loan fees, net   (2,467 )   (2,736 )   (3,040 )   (3,381 )   (3,705 )
    Allowance for credit losses   (51,484 )   (34,789 )   (34,693 )   (35,243 )   (34,563 )
               
    Total loans, net $ 2,917,610   $ 2,996,259   $ 3,087,914   $ 3,161,925   $ 3,226,877  
               
      Non-Accruing Loans in Portfolio by quarter
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
      (In thousands)
    Residential one-to-four family $ 1,138   $ 1,387   $ 410   $ 350   $ 429  
    Commercial and multi-family   89,296     32,974     27,693     27,796     12,627  
    Construction   586     586     586     586     3,225  
    Commercial business   8,374     9,530     6,498     3,673     5,916  
    Home equity   439     231     123     43     44  
    Consumer           20          
    Total: $ 99,833   $ 44,708   $ 35,330   $ 32,448   $ 22,241  
               
      Distribution of Deposits by quarter
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
      (In thousands)
    Demand:          
    Non-Interest Bearing $ 542,620   $ 520,387   $ 528,089   $ 523,816   $ 531,112  
    Interest Bearing   537,468     553,731     527,862     549,239     552,295  
    Money Market   405,793     395,004     366,655     371,689     361,791  
    Sub-total: $ 1,485,881   $ 1,469,122   $ 1,422,606   $ 1,444,744   $ 1,445,198  
    Savings and Club   254,732     252,491     255,115     258,680     272,051  
    Certificates of Deposit   945,895     1,029,245     1,046,859     1,231,815     1,274,410  
    Total Deposits: $ 2,686,508   $ 2,750,858   $ 2,724,580   $ 2,935,239   $ 2,991,659  
               
      Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures by quarter
               
      Tangible Book Value per Share
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
      (In thousands, except per share amounts)
    Total Stockholders’ Equity $ 314,722   $ 323,925   $ 328,113   $ 320,732   $ 320,131  
    Less: goodwill   5,253     5,253     5,253     5,253     5,253  
    Less: preferred stock   25,243     24,723     29,763     28,403     27,733  
    Total tangible common stockholders’ equity   284,226     293,949     293,097     287,076     287,145  
    Shares common shares outstanding   17,163     17,063     17,048     17,029     16,957  
    Book value per common share $ 16.87   $ 17.54   $ 17.50   $ 17.17   $ 17.24  
    Tangible book value per common share $ 16.56   $ 17.23   $ 17.19   $ 16.86   $ 16.93  
               
      Efficiency Ratios
      Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
      (In thousands, except for ratio %)
    Net interest income $ 22,005   $ 22,194   $ 23,045   $ 23,639   $ 23,143  
    Non-interest income (loss)   1,791     938     3,127     (3,234 )   2,109  
    Total income   23,796     23,132     26,172     20,405     25,252  
    Non-interest expense   14,660     14,367     13,929     13,987     14,838  
    Efficiency Ratio   61.61 %   62.11 %   53.22 %   68.55 %   58.76 %
               
    Contact: Michael Shriner,
    President & CEO
    Jawad Chaudhry,
    EVP & CFO
    (201) 823-0700
       

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  • MIL-OSI: Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2025 EPS of $0.45; Adjusted EPS of $0.57

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Continued Growth in Core Deposits and Business Loans On a Year-over-Year Basis

    Net Interest Margin Expands by 16 basis points on a Linked Quarter Basis to 2.95%

    HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) (the “Company” or “Dime”), the parent company of Dime Community Bank (the “Bank”), today reported net income available to common stockholders of $19.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, or $0.45 per diluted common share, compared to net loss available to common stockholders of $22.2 million, or $(0.54) per diluted common share, for the quarter ended December 31, 2024 and net income available to common stockholders of $15.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, or $0.41 per diluted common share.

    First quarter 2025 results included $7.2 million of pre-tax expenses related to the final settlements associated with the termination of the legacy Bridgehampton National Bank pension plan.

    Adjusted net income available to common stockholders (non-GAAP) totaled $24.7 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, an increase of 42% versus the prior quarter and an increase of 67% versus the quarter ended March 31, 2024 (see “Non-GAAP Reconciliation” tables at the end of this news release). Adjusted EPS (non-GAAP) totaled $0.57 per share for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, an increase of 36% versus the prior quarter and an increase of 50% versus the quarter ended March 31, 2024.

    Stuart H. Lubow, President and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of the Company, stated, “Our first quarter results were marked by strong Net Interest Margin (“NIM”) expansion and continued progress in diversifying our balance sheet. Our enhanced earnings power and robust capital ratios position us well for future growth. As outlined below we have made a strong start to the year from a recruiting standpoint, and are poised to continue to add talented individuals and gain market share in the quarters ahead.”

    Year-to-date Recruiting Update

    • Hired Tom Geisel to Senior Executive Leadership Team. Mr. Geisel was instrumental in the growth and transformation of Sterling National Bank into a highly profitable $30 billion institution;
    • Hired Robert Rowe as incoming Chief Credit Officer (experience includes Chief Credit Officer at Sterling National Bank and Chief Risk Officer at CIT); incumbent Chief Credit Officer Brian Teplitz to retire at the end of May 2025;
    • Hired Jim LoGatto as an Executive Vice President to build Dime’s presence in Manhattan; Mr. LoGatto was previously the Director of US Private Banking at Israel Discount Bank of New York;
    • Hired Toni Badolato as Group Leader to grow lending presence on Long Island; Ms. Badolato was previously with M&T;
    • Hired George Taitt as Group Director and Amy Grandy as Associate Group Director to strengthen deposit presence in Queens; the Group was previously with the former Signature Bank and its successor, Flagstar Bank.

    Highlights for the First Quarter of 2025 included:

    • Total deposits increased $717.0 million on a year-over-year basis;
    • Core deposits (excluding brokered and time deposits) increased $1.35 billion on a year-over-year basis;
    • The ratio of average non-interest-bearing deposits to average total deposits for the first quarter was 29.5%;
    • The cost of total deposits declined by 19 basis points versus the prior quarter;
    • The net interest margin increased to 2.95% for the first quarter of 2025 compared to 2.79% for the prior quarter;
    • The Company’s Common Equity Tier 1 Ratio increased to 11.12% at the end of the first quarter.

    Management’s Discussion of Quarterly Operating Results

    Net Interest Income

    Net interest income for the first quarter of 2025 was $94.2 million compared to $91.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 and $71.5 million for the first quarter of 2024.

    The table below provides a reconciliation of the reported net interest margin (“NIM”) and adjusted NIM excluding the impact of purchase accounting accretion on the loan portfolio.

                         
    (Dollars in thousands)   Q1 2025   Q4 2024   Q1 2024  
    Net interest income   $ 94,213     $ 91,098     $ 71,530    
    Purchase accounting amortization (accretion) on loans (“PAA”)     (124 )     (1,268 )     (82 )  
    Adjusted net interest income excluding PAA on loans (non-GAAP)   $ 94,089     $ 89,830     $ 71,448    
                         
    Average interest-earning assets   $ 12,963,320     $ 12,974,958     $ 13,015,755    
                         
    NIM(1)     2.95   %   2.79   %   2.21   %
    Adjusted NIM excluding PAA on loans (non-GAAP)(2)     2.94   %   2.75   %   2.21   %

    (1)   NIM represents net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets.
    (2)   Adjusted NIM excluding PAA on loans represents adjusted net interest income, which excludes PAA amortization on acquired loans divided by average interest-earning assets.

    Mr. Lubow commented, “While there has been a fair bit of volatility in the macroeconomic environment in recent weeks, Dime has multiple levers to grow our NIM over time.

    • First, we have a significant loan repricing opportunity starting in the second half of 2025 that will continue through 2027, assuming current forecasted interest rate levels remain accurate.
    • Second, and as demonstrated in the most recent rate cutting cycle, should the Federal Reserve cut short term rates in 2025 we anticipate a reduction in deposit costs, which will drive further NIM expansion.
    • Finally, core deposit growth and a continued focus on business loan growth will benefit our NIM over time as we continue to grow customers and hire productive teams.”

    Loan Portfolio

    The ending weighted average rate (“WAR”) on the total loan portfolio was 5.25% at March 31, 2025, a 1 basis point decrease compared to the ending WAR of 5.26% on the total loan portfolio at December 31, 2024.

    Outlined below are loan balances and WARs for the quarter ended as indicated.

                                     
        March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024  
    (Dollars in thousands)   Balance   WAR(1)   Balance   WAR(1)   Balance   WAR(1)  
    Loans held for investment balances at period end:                                
    Business loans(2)   $ 2,788,848   6.55 % $ 2,726,602   6.56 % $ 2,327,403   6.90 %
    One-to-four family residential, including condominium and cooperative apartment     961,562   4.77     952,195   4.72     873,671   4.48  
    Multifamily residential and residential mixed-use(3)(4)     3,780,078   4.46     3,820,492   4.49     3,996,654   4.57  
    Non-owner-occupied commercial real estate     3,191,536   5.07     3,231,398   5.13     3,386,333   5.24  
    Acquisition, development, and construction     140,309   7.96     136,172   7.95     175,352   8.40  
    Other loans     6,402   10.39     5,084   10.51     5,170   7.10  
    Loans held for investment   $ 10,868,735   5.25 % $ 10,871,943   5.26 % $ 10,764,583   5.34 %

    (1) WAR is calculated by aggregating interest based on the current loan rate from each loan in the category, adjusted for non-accrual loans, divided by the total balance of loans in the category.
    (2) Business loans include commercial and industrial loans and owner-occupied commercial real estate loans.
    (3) Includes loans underlying multifamily cooperatives.
    (4) While the loans within this category are often considered “commercial real estate” in nature, multifamily and loans underlying cooperatives are reported separately from commercial real estate loans in order to emphasize the residential nature of the collateral underlying this significant component of the total loan portfolio.

    Outlined below are the loan originations, for the quarter ended as indicated.

                       
    (Dollars in millions)   Q1 2025   Q4 2024   Q1 2024
    Loan originations   $ 71.5   $ 187.5   $ 98.3

    Deposits and Borrowed Funds

    Period end total deposits (including mortgage escrow deposits) at March 31, 2025 were $11.61 billion, compared to $11.69 billion at December 31, 2024 and $10.90 billion at March 31, 2024. The Company reduced its brokered deposit levels to $285.6 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $422.8 million at December 31, 2024 and $897.1 million at March 31, 2024.

    Total Federal Home Loan Bank advances were $508.0 million at March 31, 2025 compared to $608.0 million at December 31, 2024 and $773.0 million at March 31, 2024.

    Non-Interest Income

    Non-interest income was $9.6 million during the first quarter of 2025, compared to a loss of $33.9 million during the fourth quarter of 2024, and income of $10.5 million during the first quarter of 2024. Fourth quarter 2024 results included $42.8 million of pre-tax loss-on-sale of securities related to the re-positioning of the available-for-sale securities portfolio.

    Non-Interest Expense

    Total non-interest expense was $65.5 million during the first quarter of 2025, $60.6 million during the fourth quarter of 2024, and $52.5 million during the first quarter of 2024. Excluding the impact of the loss on extinguishment of debt, amortization of other intangible assets, severance expense, settlement loss related to the termination of a legacy pension plan, and the FDIC special assessment, adjusted non-interest expense was $58.0 million during the first quarter of 2025, $57.7 million during the fourth quarter of 2024, and $51.7 million during the first quarter of 2024 (see “Non-GAAP Reconciliation” tables at the end of this news release).

    Mr. Lubow commented, “Excluding the impact of the legacy Bridgehampton National Bank pension plan termination, first quarter expenses were well-controlled and in-line with our previous expectations.”

    The ratio of non-interest expense to average assets was 1.90% during the first quarter of 2025, compared to 1.76% during the linked quarter and 1.52% during the first quarter of 2024. Excluding the impact of the loss on extinguishment of debt, amortization of other intangible assets, severance expense, the FDIC special assessment and settlement loss related to the termination of a legacy pension plan, the ratio of adjusted non-interest expense to average assets was 1.68% during the first quarter of 2025, 1.68% during the fourth quarter of 2024, and 1.50% during the first quarter of 2024 (see “Non-GAAP Reconciliation” tables at the end of this news release).

    The efficiency ratio was 63.1% during the first quarter of 2025, compared to 105.9% during the linked quarter and 64.0% during the first quarter of 2024. Excluding the impact of net (gain) loss on sale of securities and other assets, fair value change in equity securities and loans held for sale, severance expense, the FDIC special assessment, settlement loss related to the termination of a legacy pension plan, loss on extinguishment of debt and amortization of other intangible assets the adjusted efficiency ratio was 55.8% during the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to 58.0% during the linked quarter and 64.7% during the first quarter of 2024 (see “Non-GAAP Reconciliation” tables at the end of this news release).

    Income Tax Expense

    Income tax expense was $7.3 million during the first quarter of 2025, $3.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2024, and $6.6 million during the first quarter of 2024. The fourth quarter of 2024 income tax expense was inclusive of $9.1 million of income tax expense related to the taxable gain and Modified Endowment Contract Tax (“MEC”) Tax on the surrender of legacy BOLI assets. The effective tax rate for the first quarter of 2025 was 25.3%. Excluding the tax impact of the BOLI surrender, the fourth quarter 2024 effective rate was a tax benefit of 33.5%. The effective tax rate for the first quarter of 2024 was 27.1%.

    Credit Quality

    Non-performing loans were $58.0 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $49.5 million at December 31, 2024 and $34.8 million at March 31, 2024.

    A credit loss provision of $9.6 million was recorded during the first quarter of 2025, compared to a credit loss provision of $13.7 million during the fourth quarter of 2024, and a credit loss provision of $5.2 million during the first quarter of 2024.

    Capital Management

    Stockholders’ equity increased $15.5 million to $1.41 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $1.40 billion at December 31, 2024.

    The Company’s and the Bank’s regulatory capital ratios continued to be in excess of all applicable regulatory requirements as of December 31, 2024. All risk-based regulatory capital ratios increased in the first quarter of 2025.

    Dividends per common share were $0.25 during the first quarter of 2025 and the fourth quarter of 2024, respectively.

    Book value per common share was $29.58 at March 31, 2025 compared to $29.34 at December 31, 2024.

    Tangible common book value per share (which represents common equity less goodwill and other intangible assets, divided by the number of shares outstanding) was $25.94 at March 31, 2025 compared to $25.68 at December 31, 2024 (see “Non-GAAP Reconciliation” tables at the end of this news release).

    Earnings Call Information

    The Company will conduct a conference call at 8:30 a.m. (ET) on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, during which CEO Lubow will discuss the Company’s first quarter 2025 financial performance, with a question-and-answer session to follow.

    Participants may access the conference call via webcast using this link: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/cbadbvnq. To participate via telephone, please register in advance using this link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIafdc630ea47c427ea6661eb613e46913. Upon registration, all telephone participants will receive a one-time confirmation email detailing how to join the conference call, including the dial-in number along with a unique PIN that can be used to access the call. All participants are encouraged to dial-in 10 minutes prior to the start time.

    A replay of the conference call and webcast will be available on-demand for 12 months at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/cbadbvnq.

    ABOUT DIME COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC.
    Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. is the holding company for Dime Community Bank, a New York State-chartered trust company with over $14 billion in assets and the number one deposit market share among community banks on Greater Long Island (1).

    (1) Aggregate deposit market share for Kings, Queens, Nassau & Suffolk counties for community banks with less than $20 billion in assets.

    This news release contains a number of forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). These statements may be identified by use of words such as “annualized,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “likely,” “may,” “outlook,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “will,” “would” and similar terms and phrases, including references to assumptions.

    Forward-looking statements are based upon various assumptions and analyses made by the Company in light of management’s experience and its perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors it believes are appropriate under the circumstances. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors (many of which are beyond the Company’s control) that could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on such statements. Factors that could affect our results include, without limitation, the following: the timing and occurrence or non-occurrence of events may be subject to circumstances beyond the Company’s control; there may be increases in competitive pressure among financial institutions or from non-financial institutions; changes in the interest rate environment may affect demand for our products and reduce interest margins and the value of our investments; changes in government monetary or fiscal policies and actions may adversely affect our customers, cost of credit and overall result of operations; changes in deposit flows, the cost of funds, loan demand or real estate values may adversely affect the business of the Company; changes in the quality and composition of the Company’s loan or investment portfolios or unanticipated or significant increases in loan losses may negatively affect the Company’s financial condition or results of operations; changes in accounting principles, policies or guidelines may cause the Company’s financial condition to be perceived differently; changes in corporate and/or individual income tax laws may adversely affect the Company’s financial condition or results of operations; general socio-economic conditions, public health emergencies, international conflict, inflation, and recessionary pressures, either nationally or locally in some or all areas in which the Company conducts business, or conditions in the securities markets or the banking industry may be less favorable than the Company currently anticipates and may adversely affect our customers, our financial results and our operations; legislation or regulatory changes may adversely affect the Company’s business; technological changes may be more difficult or expensive than the Company anticipates; there may be failures or breaches of information technology security systems; success or consummation of new business initiatives may be more difficult or expensive than the Company anticipates; there may be difficulties or unanticipated expense incurred in the consummation of new business initiatives or the integration of any acquired entities; and litigation or other matters before regulatory agencies, whether currently existing or commencing in the future, may delay the occurrence or non-occurrence of events longer than the Company anticipates. For discussion of these and other risks that may cause actual results to differ from expectations, please refer to the sections entitled “Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and updates set forth in the Company’s subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K.

    Contact: Avinash Reddy  
    Senior Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer  
    718-782-6200 extension 5909  
    DIME COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
    (In thousands)
     
     
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,
        2025     2024     2024  
    Assets:                  
    Cash and due from banks   $ 1,030,702     $ 1,283,571     $ 370,852  
    Securities available-for-sale, at fair value     710,579       690,693       859,216  
    Securities held-to-maturity     631,334       637,339       589,331  
    Loans held for sale     2,527       22,625       8,973  
    Loans held for investment, net:                  
    Business loans(1)     2,788,848       2,726,602       2,327,403  
    One-to-four family and cooperative/condominium apartment     961,562       952,195       873,671  
    Multifamily residential and residential mixed-use(2)(3)     3,780,078       3,820,492       3,996,654  
    Non-owner-occupied commercial real estate     3,191,536       3,231,398       3,386,333  
    Acquisition, development and construction     140,309       136,172       175,352  
    Other loans     6,402       5,084       5,170  
    Allowance for credit losses     (90,455 )     (88,751 )     (76,068 )
    Total loans held for investment, net     10,778,280       10,783,192       10,688,515  
    Premises and fixed assets, net     33,650       34,858       44,501  
    Restricted stock     66,987       69,106       74,346  
    BOLI     389,167       290,665       352,277  
    Goodwill     155,797       155,797       155,797  
    Other intangible assets     3,644       3,896       4,753  
    Operating lease assets     45,657       46,193       51,988  
    Derivative assets     98,740       116,496       135,162  
    Accrued interest receivable     56,044       55,970       55,369  
    Other assets     94,574       162,857       110,012  
    Total assets   $ 14,097,682     $ 14,353,258     $ 13,501,092  
    Liabilities:                  
    Non-interest-bearing checking (excluding mortgage escrow deposits)   $ 3,245,409     $ 3,355,829     $ 2,819,481  
    Interest-bearing checking     950,090       1,079,823       635,640  
    Savings (excluding mortgage escrow deposits)     1,939,852       1,927,903       2,347,114  
    Money market     4,271,363       4,198,784       3,440,083  
    Certificates of deposit     1,121,068       1,069,081       1,555,157  
    Deposits (excluding mortgage escrow deposits)     11,527,782       11,631,420       10,797,475  
    Non-interest-bearing mortgage escrow deposits     88,138       54,715       101,229  
    Interest-bearing mortgage escrow deposits     4       6       173  
    Total mortgage escrow deposits     88,142       54,721       101,402  
    FHLBNY advances     508,000       608,000       773,000  
    Other short-term borrowings           50,000        
    Subordinated debt, net     272,370       272,325       200,174  
    Derivative cash collateral     85,230       112,420       132,900  
    Operating lease liabilities     48,432       48,993       54,727  
    Derivative liabilities     92,516       108,347       122,112  
    Other liabilities     63,197       70,515       79,931  
    Total liabilities     12,685,669       12,956,741       12,261,721  
    Stockholders’ equity:                  
    Preferred stock, Series A     116,569       116,569       116,569  
    Common stock     461       461       416  
    Additional paid-in capital     623,305       624,822       492,834  
    Retained earnings     803,202       794,526       819,130  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss (“AOCI”), net of deferred taxes     (39,045 )     (45,018 )     (85,466 )
    Unearned equity awards     (12,909 )     (7,640 )     (10,191 )
    Treasury stock, at cost     (79,570 )     (87,203 )     (93,921 )
    Total stockholders’ equity     1,412,013       1,396,517       1,239,371  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity   $ 14,097,682     $ 14,353,258     $ 13,501,092  

    (1) Business loans include commercial and industrial loans, owner-occupied commercial real estate loans and Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) loans.
    (2) Includes loans underlying multifamily cooperatives.
    (3) While the loans within this category are often considered “commercial real estate” in nature, multifamily and loans underlying cooperatives are here reported separately from commercial real estate loans in order to emphasize the residential nature of the collateral underlying this significant component of the total loan portfolio.

    DIME COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
    (Dollars in thousands except share and per share amounts)
     
        Three Months Ended
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,
        2025   2024     2024  
    Interest income:                  
    Loans   $ 142,705   $ 148,000     $ 143,565  
    Securities     11,323     10,010       7,880  
    Other short-term investments     7,837     7,473       9,564  
    Total interest income     161,865     165,483       161,009  
    Interest expense:                  
    Deposits and escrow     58,074     64,773       73,069  
    Borrowed funds     8,381     8,542       14,697  
    Derivative cash collateral     1,197     1,070       1,713  
    Total interest expense     67,652     74,385       89,479  
    Net interest income     94,213     91,098       71,530  
    Provision for credit losses     9,626     13,715       5,210  
    Net interest income after provision     84,587     77,383       66,320  
    Non-interest income:                  
    Service charges and other fees     4,643     3,942       4,544  
    Title fees     98     226       133  
    Loan level derivative income     61     491       406  
    BOLI income     3,993     2,825       2,461  
    Gain on sale of Small Business Administration (“SBA”) loans     82     22       253  
    Gain on sale of residential loans     32     83       77  
    Fair value change in equity securities and loans held for sale     18     15       (842 )
    Net loss on sale of securities         (42,810 )      
    Gain on sale of other assets         554       2,968  
    Other     706     791       467  
    Total non-interest income (loss)     9,633     (33,861 )     10,467  
    Non-interest expense:                  
    Salaries and employee benefits     35,651     35,761       32,037  
    Severance     76     1,254       42  
    Occupancy and equipment     8,002     7,569       7,368  
    Data processing costs     4,794     4,483       4,313  
    Marketing     1,666     1,897       1,497  
    Professional services     2,116     2,345       1,467  
    Federal deposit insurance premiums(1)     2,047     2,116       2,239  
    Loss on extinguishment of debt               453  
    Loss due to pension settlement     7,231     1,215        
    Amortization of other intangible assets     252     285       307  
    Other     3,676     3,688       2,788  
    Total non-interest expense     65,511     60,613       52,511  
    Income (loss) before taxes     28,709     (17,091 )     24,276  
    Income tax expense(2)     7,251     3,322       6,585  
    Net income (loss)     21,458     (20,413 )     17,691  
    Preferred stock dividends     1,822     1,821       1,821  
    Net income (loss) available to common stockholders   $ 19,636   $ (22,234 )   $ 15,870  
    Earnings (loss) per common share (“EPS”):                  
    Basic   $ 0.45   $ (0.54 )   $ 0.41  
    Diluted   $ 0.45   $ (0.54 )   $ 0.41  
                       
    Average common shares outstanding for diluted EPS     42,948,690     40,767,161       38,255,559  

    (1) Fourth quarter of 2024 included $0.1 million of pre-tax expense related to the FDIC special assessment for the recovery of losses related to the closures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank.
    (2) Fourth quarter of 2024 includes $9.1 million of income tax expense related to the taxable gain and MEC Tax on the surrender of legacy BOLI assets.

    DIME COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    UNAUDITED SELECTED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
    (Dollars in thousands except per share amounts)
     
        At or For the Three Months Ended  
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,  
        2025   2024     2024  
    Per Share Data:                    
    Reported EPS (Diluted)   $ 0.45   $ (0.54 )   $ 0.41  
    Cash dividends paid per common share     0.25     0.25       0.25  
    Book value per common share     29.58     29.34       28.84  
    Tangible common book value per share(1)     25.94     25.68       24.72  
    Common shares outstanding     43,799     43,622       38,932  
    Dividend payout ratio     55.56 %   (46.30 ) %   60.98 %
                         
    Performance Ratios (Based upon Reported Net Income):                    
    Return on average assets     0.62 %   (0.59 ) %   0.51 %
    Return on average equity     6.04     (6.02 )     5.68  
    Return on average tangible common equity(1)     6.92     (8.16 )     6.64  
    Net interest margin     2.95     2.79       2.21  
    Non-interest expense to average assets     1.90     1.76       1.52  
    Efficiency ratio     63.1     105.9       64.0  
    Effective tax rate     25.26     (19.44 )     27.13  
                         
    Balance Sheet Data:                    
    Average assets   $ 13,777,665   $ 13,759,002     $ 13,794,924  
    Average interest-earning assets     12,963,320     12,974,958       13,015,755  
    Average tangible common equity(1)     1,145,915     1,080,177       968,719  
    Loan-to-deposit ratio at end of period(2)     93.6     93.0       98.8  
                         
    Capital Ratios and Reserves – Consolidated:(3)                    
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets(1)     8.15 %   7.89   %   7.21 %
    Tangible equity to tangible assets(1)     8.99     8.71       8.09  
    Tier 1 common equity ratio     11.12     11.06       10.00  
    Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio     12.23     12.17       11.11  
    Total risk-based capital ratio     15.71     15.65       13.78  
    Tier 1 leverage ratio     9.46     9.38       8.48  
    Consolidated CRE concentration ratio(4)     442     447       534  
    Allowance for credit losses/ Total loans     0.83     0.82       0.71  
    Allowance for credit losses/ Non-performing loans     155.85     179.37       218.42  

    (1) See “Non-GAAP Reconciliation” tables for reconciliation of tangible equity, tangible common equity, and tangible assets.
    (2) Total deposits include mortgage escrow deposits, which fluctuate seasonally.
    (3) March 31, 2025 ratios are preliminary pending completion and filing of the Company’s regulatory reports. 
    (4) The Consolidated CRE concentration ratio is calculated using the sum of commercial real estate, excluding owner-occupied commercial real estate, multifamily, and acquisition, development, and construction, divided by consolidated capital. The March 31, 2025 ratio is preliminary pending completion and filing of the Company’s regulatory reports.

    DIME COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    UNAUDITED AVERAGE BALANCES AND NET INTEREST INCOME
    (Dollars in thousands)
     
       
        Three Months Ended  
        March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024  
                    Average               Average               Average  
        Average         Yield/   Average         Yield/   Average         Yield/  
        Balance   Interest   Cost   Balance   Interest   Cost   Balance   Interest   Cost  
    Assets:                                                  
    Interest-earning assets:                                                  
    Business loans(1)   $ 2,748,142   $ 45,047   6.65 % $ 2,681,953   $ 46,791   6.94 % $ 2,308,319   $ 39,224   6.83 %
    One-to-four family residential, including condo and coop     962,046     11,069   4.67     943,319     11,061   4.66     886,588     9,770   4.43  
    Multifamily residential and residential mixed-use     3,796,754     42,329   4.52     3,848,579     44,152   4.56     4,000,510     46,019   4.63  
    Non-owner-occupied commercial real estate     3,214,758     41,326   5.21     3,265,906     42,865   5.22     3,371,438     44,776   5.34  
    Acquisition, development, and construction     138,428     2,906   8.51     139,440     3,101   8.85     169,775     3,692   8.75  
    Other loans     5,740     28   1.98     4,781     30   2.50     5,420     84   6.23  
    Securities     1,372,563     11,323   3.35     1,455,449     10,010   2.74     1,578,330     7,880   2.01  
    Other short-term investments     724,889     7,837   4.38     635,531     7,473   4.68     695,375     9,564   5.53  
    Total interest-earning assets     12,963,320     161,865   5.06 %   12,974,958     165,483   5.07 %   13,015,755     161,009   4.98 %
    Non-interest-earning assets     814,345               784,044               779,169            
    Total assets   $ 13,777,665             $ 13,759,002             $ 13,794,924            
                                                       
    Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity:                                                  
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                                                  
    Interest-bearing checking(2)   $ 912,852   $ 4,164   1.85 % $ 912,645   $ 5,115   2.23 % $ 582,047   $ 1,223   0.85 %
    Money market     4,076,612     31,294   3.11     3,968,793     33,695   3.38     3,359,884     30,638   3.67  
    Savings(2)     1,970,338     14,185   2.92     1,905,866     14,828   3.10     2,368,946     22,810   3.87  
    Certificates of deposit     973,108     8,431   3.51     1,126,859     11,135   3.93     1,655,882     18,398   4.47  
    Total interest-bearing deposits     7,932,910     58,074   2.97     7,914,163     64,773   3.26     7,966,759     73,069   3.69  
    FHLBNY advances     509,111     4,066   3.24     509,630     4,241   3.31     1,094,209     12,143   4.46  
    Subordinated debt, net     272,341     4,302   6.41     272,311     4,301   6.28     200,188     2,553   5.13  
    Other short-term borrowings     633     13   8.33     543           77     1   5.22  
    Total borrowings     782,085     8,381   4.35     782,484     8,542   4.34     1,294,474     14,697   4.57  
    Derivative cash collateral     104,126     1,197   4.66     99,560     1,070   4.28     130,166     1,713   5.29  
    Total interest-bearing liabilities     8,819,121     67,652   3.11 %   8,796,207     74,385   3.36 %   9,391,399     89,479   3.83 %
    Non-interest-bearing checking(2)     3,322,583               3,396,457               2,909,776            
    Other non-interest-bearing liabilities     213,876               209,712               247,717            
    Total liabilities     12,355,580               12,402,376               12,548,892            
    Stockholders’ equity     1,422,085               1,356,626               1,246,032            
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity   $ 13,777,665             $ 13,759,002             $ 13,794,924            
    Net interest income         $ 94,213             $ 91,098             $ 71,530      
    Net interest rate spread               1.95 %             1.71 %             1.15 %
    Net interest margin               2.95 %             2.79 %             2.21 %
    Deposits (including non-interest-bearing checking accounts)(2)   $ 11,255,493   $ 58,074   2.09 % $ 11,310,620   $ 64,773   2.28 % $ 10,876,535   $ 73,069   2.70 %

    (1) Business loans include commercial and industrial loans, owner-occupied commercial real estate loans and PPP loans.
    (2) Includes mortgage escrow deposits.

    DIME COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    UNAUDITED SCHEDULE OF NON-PERFORMING ASSETS
    (Dollars in thousands)
     
        At or For the Three Months Ended
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,
    Asset Quality Detail   2025     2024     2024  
    Non-performing loans (“NPLs”)                  
    Business loans(1)   $ 21,944     $ 22,624     $ 18,213  
    One-to-four family residential, including condominium and cooperative apartment     3,763       3,213       3,689  
    Multifamily residential and residential mixed-use                  
    Non-owner-occupied commercial real estate     31,677       22,960       15  
    Acquisition, development, and construction     657       657       12,910  
    Other loans           25        
    Total Non-accrual loans   $ 58,041     $ 49,479     $ 34,827  
    Total Non-performing assets (“NPAs”)   $ 58,041     $ 49,479     $ 34,827  
                       
    Total loans 90 days delinquent and accruing (“90+ Delinquent”)   $     $     $  
                       
    NPAs and 90+ Delinquent   $ 58,041     $ 49,479     $ 34,827  
                       
    NPAs and 90+ Delinquent / Total assets     0.41 %     0.34 %     0.26 %
    Net charge-offs (“NCOs”)   $ 7,058     $ 10,611     $ 739  
    NCOs / Average loans(2)     0.26 %     0.39 %     0.03 %

    (1) Business loans include commercial and industrial loans, owner-occupied commercial real estate loans and PPP loans.
    (2) Calculated based on annualized NCOs to average loans, excluding loans held for sale.

    DIME COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION
    (Dollars in thousands except per share amounts)

    The following tables below provide a reconciliation of certain financial measures calculated under generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) (as reported) and non-GAAP measures. A non-GAAP financial measure is a numerical measure of historical or future financial performance, financial position or cash flows that excludes or includes amounts that are required to be disclosed in the most directly comparable measure calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP in the United States. The Company’s management believes the presentation of non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with a greater understanding of the Company’s operating results in addition to the results measured in accordance with GAAP. While management uses these non-GAAP measures in its analysis of the Company’s performance, this information should not be viewed as a substitute for financial results determined in accordance with GAAP or considered to be more important than financial results determined in accordance with GAAP.

    The following non-GAAP financial measures exclude pre-tax income and expenses associated with the fair value change in equity securities and loans held for sale, net loss (gain) on sale of securities and other assets, severance, the FDIC special assessment, loss on extinguishment of debt and loss due to pension settlement. The non-GAAP financial measures also include taxes related to the surrender of BOLI assets.  

                         
        Three Months Ended  
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,     
        2025     2024     2024    
    Reconciliation of Reported and Adjusted (non-GAAP) Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders                    
    Reported net income (loss) available to common stockholders   $ 19,636     $ (22,234 )   $ 15,870    
    Adjustments to net income(1):                    
    Fair value change in equity securities and loans held for sale     (18 )     (15 )     842    
    Net loss (gain) on sale of securities and other assets           42,256       (2,968 )  
    Severance     76       1,254       42    
    FDIC special assessment           126          
    Loss on extinguishment of debt                 453    
    Loss due to pension settlement     7,231       1,215          
    Income tax effect of adjustments noted above(1)     (2,237 )     (14,258 )     518    
    BOLI tax adjustment(2):           9,073          
    Adjusted net income available to common stockholders (non-GAAP)   $ 24,688     $ 17,417     $ 14,757    
                         
    Adjusted Ratios (Based upon Adjusted (non-GAAP) Net (Loss) Income as calculated above)                    
    Adjusted EPS (Diluted)   $ 0.57     $ 0.42     $ 0.38    
    Adjusted return on average assets     0.77   %   0.56   %   0.48   %
    Adjusted return on average equity     7.46       5.67       5.32    
    Adjusted return on average tangible common equity     8.68       6.52       6.18    
    Adjusted non-interest expense to average assets     1.68       1.68       1.50    
    Adjusted efficiency ratio     55.8       58.0       64.7    

    (1) Adjustments to net (loss) income are taxed at the Company’s approximate statutory tax rate.
    (2) Reflects income tax expense related to the taxable gain and MEC Tax on the surrender of legacy BOLI assets during the three months ended December 31, 2024.

    The following table presents a reconciliation of operating expense as a percentage of average assets (as reported) and adjusted operating expense as a percentage of average assets (non-GAAP):

                         
        Three Months Ended    
           March 31,      December 31,      March 31,     
        2025       2024       2024      
    Operating expense as a % of average assets – as reported   1.90   %     1.76   %     1.52   %    
    Severance         (0.04 )          
    FDIC special assessment                    
    Loss on extinguishment of debt               (0.01 )    
    Loss due to pension settlement   (0.21 )     (0.04 )          
    Amortization of other intangible assets   (0.01 )           (0.01 )    
    Adjusted operating expense as a % of average assets (non-GAAP)   1.68   %     1.68   %     1.50   %    

    The following table presents a reconciliation of efficiency ratio (non-GAAP) and adjusted efficiency ratio (non-GAAP):

                         
        Three Months Ended  
           March 31,       December 31,       March 31,      
        2025     2024     2024    
    Efficiency ratio – as reported (non-GAAP) (1)        63.1   %     105.9   %     64.0   %  
    Non-interest expense – as reported   $ 65,511     $ 60,613     $ 52,511    
    Severance     (76 )     (1,254 )     (42 )  
    FDIC special assessment           (126 )        
    Loss on extinguishment of debt                 (453 )  
    Loss due to pension settlement     (7,231 )     (1,215 )        
    Amortization of other intangible assets     (252 )     (285 )     (307 )  
    Adjusted non-interest expense (non-GAAP)   $ 57,952     $ 57,733     $ 51,709    
    Net interest income – as reported   $ 94,213     $ 91,098     $ 71,530    
    Non-interest income (loss) – as reported   $ 9,633     $ (33,861 )   $ 10,467    
    Fair value change in equity securities and loans held for sale     (18 )     (15 )     842    
    Net loss (gain) on sale of securities and other assets           42,256       (2,968 )  
    Adjusted non-interest income (non-GAAP)   $ 9,615     $ 8,380     $ 8,341    
    Adjusted total revenues for adjusted efficiency ratio (non-GAAP)   $ 103,828     $ 99,478     $ 79,871    
    Adjusted efficiency ratio (non-GAAP) (2)     55.8   %     58.0   %     64.7   %  

    (1)   The reported efficiency ratio is a non-GAAP measure calculated by dividing GAAP non-interest expense by the sum of GAAP net interest income and GAAP non-interest income.
    (2)   The adjusted efficiency ratio is a non-GAAP measure calculated by dividing adjusted non-interest expense by the sum of GAAP net interest income and adjusted non-interest income.

    The following table presents the tangible common equity to tangible assets, tangible equity to tangible assets, and tangible common book value per share calculations (non-GAAP):

                         
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,  
        2025     2024     2024    
    Reconciliation of Tangible Assets:                    
    Total assets   $ 14,097,682     $ 14,353,258     $ 13,501,092    
    Goodwill     (155,797 )     (155,797 )     (155,797 )  
    Other intangible assets     (3,644 )     (3,896 )     (4,753 )  
    Tangible assets (non-GAAP)   $ 13,938,241     $ 14,193,565     $ 13,340,542    
                         
    Reconciliation of Tangible Common Equity – Consolidated:                    
    Total stockholders’ equity   $ 1,412,013     $ 1,396,517     $ 1,239,371    
    Goodwill     (155,797 )     (155,797 )     (155,797 )  
    Other intangible assets     (3,644 )     (3,896 )     (4,753 )  
    Tangible equity (non-GAAP)     1,252,572       1,236,824       1,078,821    
    Preferred stock, net     (116,569 )     (116,569 )     (116,569 )  
    Tangible common equity (non-GAAP)   $ 1,136,003     $ 1,120,255     $ 962,252    
                         
    Common shares outstanding     43,799       43,622       38,932    
                         
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets (non-GAAP)     8.15   %   7.89   %   7.21   %
    Tangible equity to tangible assets (non-GAAP)     8.99       8.71       8.09    
                         
    Book value per common share   $ 29.58     $ 29.34     $ 28.84    
    Tangible common book value per share (non-GAAP)     25.94       25.68       24.72    

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI: United Community Banks, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    GREENVILLE, S.C., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — United Community Banks, Inc. (NYSE: UCB) (United) today announced net income for the first quarter of 2025 of $71.4 million and pre-tax, pre-provision income of $106.6 million. Diluted earnings per share of $0.58 for the quarter represented an increase of $0.07 from the first quarter a year ago and a decrease of $0.03 from the fourth quarter of 2024.

    On an operating basis, United’s diluted earnings per share of $0.59 were up 13% from the year-ago quarter. The primary drivers of the increased earnings per share year-over-year were higher net interest income and lower noninterest expenses, partly offset by lower noninterest income and a higher provision for credit losses.

    United’s return on assets was 1.02%, or 1.04% on an operating basis. Return on common equity was 7.9%, and return on tangible common equity on an operating basis was 11.2%. On a pre-tax, pre-provision basis, operating return on assets was 1.55% for the quarter. At quarter-end, tangible common equity to tangible assets was 9.18%, up 21 basis points from the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Chairman and CEO Lynn Harton stated, “The first quarter was a strong start to the year. Our teams delivered solid loan and deposit growth in what has typically been a seasonally weak quarter. Loans grew by $249 million, or 5.6% annualized, and customer deposits increased $309 million, or 5.4% annualized. Our net interest margin expanded by 10 basis points, helping us to grow net interest income by $1.7 million from the fourth quarter, despite two fewer accruing days. Credit quality remained stable, with first quarter net charge-offs holding steady at 0.21% of average loans. Our provision for credit losses increased by $4.0 million from the fourth quarter, covering first quarter net charge-offs as well as loan growth, slightly increasing our allowance for credit losses to 1.21% of loans, up from 1.20% on December 31, 2024. Expenses improved on an absolute basis from both the fourth and first quarters of 2024, reflecting our ongoing efforts to control costs.”

    Harton continued, “We are particularly excited that our bankers were recognized once again by J.D. Power as #1 in Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast, along with #1 in Trust and #1 in People. This year marks our 75ᵗʰ anniversary, and we’re off to a strong start. I’m proud to make this milestone meaningful for our customers, employees, and shareholders. We’re also excited to continue growing our presence in Florida with the recent announcement of our planned acquisition of American National Bank, headquartered in Oakland Park. This expansion will strengthen our footprint in the fast-growing South Florida market. Our teams have been collaborating closely for several months, and we expect to close the transaction on May 1.”

    United’s net interest margin increased 10 basis points to 3.36% from the fourth quarter. The average yield on interest-earning assets was down four basis points to 5.29%, while the cost of interest-bearing liabilities decreased 19 basis points, leading to a 15-basis-point increase in the net interest spread. The 10-basis-point increase in net interest margin reflects progress in lowering the cost of funds through reduction in deposit rates and redemption of debt instruments, and to a lesser extent, the seasonal outflow of higher-priced public funds deposits.

    Net charge-offs were $9.6 million, or 0.21% of average loans, during the quarter, equal to the fourth quarter of 2024. Nonperforming assets were 33 basis points relative to total assets, improved from 42 basis points for the fourth quarter.

    First Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights:

    • EPS up $0.07 compared to first quarter 2024 on a GAAP basis and up $0.07, or 13%, on an operating basis; EPS down $0.03 compared to the fourth quarter on a GAAP basis and down $0.04, or 6%, on an operating basis
    • Total revenue improved $8.9 million, or 3.7%, year-over-year
    • Net interest margin of 3.36% increased by 10 basis points from the fourth quarter, reflecting a lower cost of funds
    • Loan production of $2.0 billion led to loan growth of $249 million, up 5.6% annualized, from the fourth quarter
    • Customer deposits were up $309 million from the fourth quarter, with most of the growth in money market deposits
    • Noninterest income was down $4.9 million on a linked quarter basis mostly due to the absence of unusual fourth quarter gains in the form of a mortgage servicing right write-up and other unusual gains
    • Mortgage closings of $187 million compared to $171 million a year ago; mortgage rate locks of $330 million compared to $260 million a year ago
    • Noninterest expenses improved $2.0 million compared to the fourth quarter on a GAAP basis and down $1.1 million on an operating basis
    • Efficiency ratio of 56.7%, or 56.2% on an operating basis
    • Net income of $71.4 million and pre-tax, pre-provision income of $106.6 million
    • Return on assets of 1.02%, or 1.04% on an operating basis
    • Pre-tax, pre-provision return on assets of 1.55% on an operating basis
    • Return on common equity of 7.9%
    • Return on tangible common equity of 11.2% on an operating basis
    • Provision for credit losses was $15.4 million; allowance for credit losses coverage up slightly to 1.21% of total loans
    • Net charge-offs of $9.6 million, or 21 basis points as a percent of average loans
    • Nonperforming assets improved $22 million from December 31, 2024, to 0.33% of total assets
    • Maintained robust capital ratios with preliminary Common Equity Tier 1 increasing to 13.3%
    • Quarterly common dividend of $0.24 per share declared during the quarter, up 4% year-over-year

    Conference Call
    United will hold a conference call on Tuesday, April 22 at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the contents of this press release and to share business highlights for the quarter. Participants can pre-register for the conference call by navigating to https://dpregister.com/sreg/10198403/fed7e1f137. Those without internet access or unable to pre-register may dial in by calling 1-844-676-1337. Participants are encouraged to dial in 15 minutes prior to the call start time. The conference call also will be webcast and can be accessed by selecting “Events and Presentations” under “News and Events” within the Investor Relations section of the company’s website, ucbi.com.


    UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS, INC.
    Selected Financial Information
    (in thousands, except per share data)

        2025       2024     First Quarter
    20252024
    Change
      First
    Quarter
      Fourth
    Quarter
      Third
    Quarter
      Second
    Quarter
      First
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    INCOME SUMMARY                      
    Interest revenue $ 335,357     $ 344,962     $ 349,086     $ 346,965     $ 336,728      
    Interest expense   123,336       134,629       139,900       138,265       137,579      
    Net interest revenue   212,021       210,333       209,186       208,700       199,149     6 %
    Noninterest income   35,656       40,522       8,091       36,556       39,587     (10 )
    Total revenue   247,677       250,855       217,277       245,256       238,736     4  
    Provision for credit losses   15,419       11,389       14,428       12,235       12,899      
    Noninterest expenses   141,099       143,056       143,065       147,044       145,002     (3 )
    Income before income tax expense   91,159       96,410       59,784       85,977       80,835     13  
    Income tax expense   19,746       20,606       12,437       19,362       18,204     8  
    Net income   71,413       75,804       47,347       66,615       62,631     14  
    Non-operating items   1,297       2,203       29,385       6,493       2,187      
    Income tax benefit of non-operating items   (281 )     (471 )     (6,276 )     (1,462 )     (493 )    
    Net income – operating (1) $ 72,429     $ 77,536     $ 70,456     $ 71,646     $ 64,325     13  
    Pre-tax pre-provision income (5) $ 106,578     $ 107,799     $ 74,212     $ 98,212     $ 93,734     14  
    PERFORMANCE MEASURES                      
    Per common share:                      
    Diluted net income – GAAP $ 0.58     $ 0.61     $ 0.38     $ 0.54     $ 0.51     14  
    Diluted net income – operating (1)   0.59       0.63       0.57       0.58       0.52     13  
    Cash dividends declared   0.24       0.24       0.24       0.23       0.23     4  
    Book value   28.42       27.87       27.68       27.18       26.83     6  
    Tangible book value (3)   20.58       20.00       19.66       19.13       18.71     10  
    Key performance ratios:                      
    Return on common equity – GAAP (2)(4)   7.89 %     8.40 %     5.20 %     7.53 %     7.14 %    
    Return on common equity – operating (1)(2)(4)   8.01       8.60       7.82       8.12       7.34      
    Return on tangible common equity – operating (1)(2)(3)(4)   11.21       12.12       11.17       11.68       10.68      
    Return on assets – GAAP (4)   1.02       1.06       0.67       0.97       0.90      
    Return on assets – operating (1)(4)   1.04       1.08       1.01       1.04       0.93      
    Return on assets – pre-tax pre-provision, excluding non-operating items (1)(4)(5)   1.55       1.55       1.50       1.54       1.40      
    Net interest margin (fully taxable equivalent) (4)   3.36       3.26       3.33       3.37       3.20      
    Efficiency ratio – GAAP   56.74       56.05       65.51       59.70       60.47      
    Efficiency ratio – operating (1)   56.22       55.18       57.37       57.06       59.15      
    Equity to total assets   12.56       12.38       12.45       12.35       12.06      
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets (3)   9.18       8.97       8.93       8.78       8.49      
    ASSET QUALITY                      
    Nonperforming assets (“NPAs”) $ 93,290     $ 115,635     $ 114,960     $ 116,722     $ 107,230     (13 )
    Allowance for credit losses – loans   211,974       206,998       205,290       213,022       210,934      
    Allowance for credit losses – total   223,201       217,389       215,517       224,740       224,119      
    Net charge-offs   9,607       9,517       23,651       11,614       12,908      
    Allowance for credit losses – loans to loans   1.15 %     1.14 %     1.14 %     1.17 %     1.15 %    
    Allowance for credit losses – total to loans   1.21       1.20       1.20       1.23       1.22      
    Net charge-offs to average loans (4)   0.21       0.21       0.52       0.26       0.28      
    NPAs to total assets   0.33       0.42       0.42       0.43       0.39      
    AT PERIOD END ($ in millions)                      
    Loans $ 18,425     $ 18,176     $ 17,964     $ 18,211     $ 18,375      
    Investment securities   6,661       6,804       6,425       6,038       5,859     14  
    Total assets   27,874       27,720       27,373       27,057       27,365     2  
    Deposits   23,762       23,461       23,253       22,982       23,332     2  
    Shareholders’ equity   3,501       3,432       3,407       3,343       3,300     6  
    Common shares outstanding (thousands)   119,514       119,364       119,283       119,175       119,137      
     
    (1) Excludes non-operating items as detailed on Non-GAAP Performance Measures Reconciliation on next page. (2) Net income less preferred stock dividends, divided by average realized common equity, which excludes accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). (3) Excludes effect of acquisition related intangibles and associated amortization. (4) Annualized. (5) Excludes income tax expense and provision for credit losses.

    UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS, INC.
    Non-GAAP Performance Measures Reconciliation
    (in thousands, except per share data)

          2025       2024  
        First
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      Fourth
    Quarter
      Third
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      Second
    Quarter
      First
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    Noninterest income reconciliation                    
    Noninterest income (GAAP)   $ 35,656     $ 40,522     $ 8,091     $ 36,556     $ 39,587  
    Loss on sale of manufactured housing loans                 27,209              
    Gain on lease termination                             (2,400 )
    Noninterest income – operating   $ 35,656     $ 40,522     $ 35,300     $ 36,556     $ 37,187  
                         
    Noninterest expense reconciliation                    
    Noninterest expenses (GAAP)   $ 141,099     $ 143,056     $ 143,065     $ 147,044     $ 145,002  
    Loss on FinTrust (goodwill impairment)                       (5,100 )      
    FDIC special assessment                       764       (2,500 )
    Merger-related and other charges     (1,297 )     (2,203 )     (2,176 )     (2,157 )     (2,087 )
    Noninterest expenses – operating   $ 139,802     $ 140,853     $ 140,889     $ 140,551     $ 140,415  
                         
    Net income to operating income reconciliation                    
    Net income (GAAP)   $ 71,413     $ 75,804     $ 47,347     $ 66,615     $ 62,631  
    Loss on sale of manufactured housing loans                 27,209              
    Gain on lease termination                             (2,400 )
    Loss on FinTrust (goodwill impairment)                       5,100        
    FDIC special assessment                       (764 )     2,500  
    Merger-related and other charges     1,297       2,203       2,176       2,157       2,087  
    Income tax benefit of non-operating items     (281 )     (471 )     (6,276 )     (1,462 )     (493 )
    Net income – operating   $ 72,429     $ 77,536     $ 70,456     $ 71,646     $ 64,325  
                         
    Net income to pre-tax pre-provision income reconciliation                    
    Net income (GAAP)   $ 71,413     $ 75,804     $ 47,347     $ 66,615     $ 62,631  
    Income tax expense     19,746       20,606       12,437       19,362       18,204  
    Provision for credit losses     15,419       11,389       14,428       12,235       12,899  
    Pre-tax pre-provision income   $ 106,578     $ 107,799     $ 74,212     $ 98,212     $ 93,734  
                         
    Diluted income per common share reconciliation                    
    Diluted income per common share (GAAP)   $ 0.58     $ 0.61     $ 0.38     $ 0.54     $ 0.51  
    Loss on sale of manufactured housing loans                 0.18              
    Gain on lease termination                             (0.02 )
    Loss on FinTrust (goodwill impairment)                       0.03        
    FDIC special assessment                             0.02  
    Merger-related and other charges     0.01       0.02       0.01       0.01       0.01  
    Diluted income per common share – operating   $ 0.59     $ 0.63     $ 0.57     $ 0.58     $ 0.52  
                         
    Book value per common share reconciliation                    
    Book value per common share (GAAP)   $ 28.42     $ 27.87     $ 27.68     $ 27.18     $ 26.83  
    Effect of goodwill and other intangibles     (7.84 )     (7.87 )     (8.02 )     (8.05 )     (8.12 )
    Tangible book value per common share   $ 20.58     $ 20.00     $ 19.66     $ 19.13     $ 18.71  
                         
    Return on tangible common equity reconciliation                    
    Return on common equity (GAAP)     7.89 %     8.40 %     5.20 %     7.53 %     7.14 %
    Loss on sale of manufactured housing loans                 2.43              
    Gain on lease termination                             (0.22 )
    Loss on FinTrust (goodwill impairment)                       0.46        
    FDIC special assessment                       (0.07 )     0.23  
    Merger-related and other charges     0.12       0.20       0.19       0.20       0.19  
    Return on common equity – operating     8.01       8.60       7.82       8.12       7.34  
    Effect of goodwill and other intangibles     3.20       3.52       3.35       3.56       3.34  
    Return on tangible common equity – operating     11.21 %     12.12 %     11.17 %     11.68 %     10.68 %
                         
    Return on assets reconciliation                    
    Return on assets (GAAP)     1.02 %     1.06 %     0.67 %     0.97 %     0.90 %
    Loss on sale of manufactured housing loans                 0.31              
    Gain on lease termination                             (0.03 )
    Loss on FinTrust (goodwill impairment)                       0.06        
    FDIC special assessment                       (0.01 )     0.03  
    Merger-related and other charges     0.02       0.02       0.03       0.02       0.03  
    Return on assets – operating     1.04 %     1.08 %     1.01 %     1.04 %     0.93 %
                         
    Return on assets to return on assets – pre-tax pre-provision reconciliation                    
    Return on assets (GAAP)     1.02 %     1.06 %     0.67 %     0.97 %     0.90 %
    Income tax expense     0.29       0.30       0.19       0.29       0.27  
    Provision for credit losses     0.23       0.16       0.21       0.18       0.19  
    Loss on sale of manufactured housing loans                 0.40              
    Gain on lease termination                             (0.04 )
    Loss on FinTrust (goodwill impairment)                       0.08        
    FDIC special assessment                       (0.01 )     0.04  
    Merger-related and other charges     0.01       0.03       0.03       0.03       0.04  
    Return on assets – pre-tax pre-provision – operating     1.55 %     1.55 %     1.50 %     1.54 %     1.40 %
                         
    Efficiency ratio reconciliation                    
    Efficiency ratio (GAAP)     56.74 %     56.05 %     65.51 %     59.70 %     60.47 %
    Loss on sale of manufactured housing loans                 (7.15 )            
    Gain on lease termination                             0.60  
    Loss on FinTrust (goodwill impairment)                       (2.07 )      
    FDIC special assessment                       0.31       (1.05 )
    Merger-related and other charges     (0.52 )     (0.87 )     (0.99 )     (0.88 )     (0.87 )
    Efficiency ratio – operating     56.22 %     55.18 %     57.37 %     57.06 %     59.15 %
                         
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets reconciliation                    
    Equity to total assets (GAAP)     12.56 %     12.38 %     12.45 %     12.35 %     12.06 %
    Effect of goodwill and other intangibles     (3.06 )     (3.09 )     (3.20 )     (3.24 )     (3.25 )
    Effect of preferred equity     (0.32 )     (0.32 )     (0.32 )     (0.33 )     (0.32 )
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets     9.18 %     8.97 %     8.93 %     8.78 %     8.49 %

    UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS, INC.
    Loan Portfolio Composition at Period-End

        2025     2024
      Linked
    Quarter
    Change
      Year over
    Year
    Change
    (in millions) First
    Quarter
      Fourth
    Quarter
      Third
    Quarter
      Second
    Quarter
      First
    Quarter
       
    LOANS BY CATEGORY                          
    Owner occupied commercial RE $ 3,419     $ 3,398     $ 3,323     $ 3,297     $ 3,310     $ 21     $ 109  
    Income producing commercial RE   4,416       4,361       4,259       4,058       4,206       55       210  
    Commercial & industrial   2,506       2,428       2,313       2,299       2,405       78       101  
    Commercial construction   1,681       1,656       1,785       2,014       1,936       25       (255 )
    Equipment financing   1,723       1,663       1,603       1,581       1,544       60       179  
    Total commercial   13,745       13,506       13,283       13,249       13,401       239       344  
    Residential mortgage   3,218       3,232       3,263       3,266       3,240       (14 )     (22 )
    Home equity   1,099       1,065       1,015       985       969       34       130  
    Residential construction   171       178       189       211       257       (7 )     (86 )
    Manufactured housing (1)         2       2       321       328       (2 )     (328 )
    Consumer   183       186       188       183       180       (3 )     3  
    Other   9       7       24       (4 )           2       9  
    Total loans $ 18,425     $ 18,176     $ 17,964     $ 18,211     $ 18,375     $ 249     $ 50  
                               
    LOANS BY MARKET                          
    Georgia $ 4,484     $ 4,447     $ 4,470     $ 4,411     $ 4,356     $ 37     $ 128  
    South Carolina   2,821       2,815       2,782       2,779       2,804       6       17  
    North Carolina   2,666       2,644       2,586       2,591       2,566       22       100  
    Tennessee   1,880       1,799       1,848       2,144       2,209       81       (329 )
    Florida   2,572       2,527       2,423       2,407       2,443       45       129  
    Alabama   1,009       996       996       1,021       1,068       13       (59 )
    Commercial Banking Solutions   2,993       2,948       2,859       2,858       2,929       45       64  
    Total loans $ 18,425     $ 18,176     $ 17,964     $ 18,211     $ 18,375     $ 249     $ 50  
     
    (1) At March 31, 2025, manufactured housing loans are included with consumer loans.

    UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS, INC.
    Credit Quality
    (in thousands)

          2025     2024
        First
    Quarter
      Fourth
    Quarter
      Third
    Quarter
    NONACCRUAL LOANS            
    Owner occupied RE   $ 8,949     $ 11,674     $ 7,783  
    Income producing RE     16,536       25,357       31,222  
    Commercial & industrial     22,396       29,339       28,856  
    Commercial construction     5,558       7,400       7,356  
    Equipment financing     8,818       8,925       9,123  
    Total commercial     62,257       82,695       84,340  
    Residential mortgage     22,756       24,615       21,851  
    Home equity     4,091       4,630       4,111  
    Residential construction     811       57       118  
    Manufactured housing (2)           1,444       1,808  
    Consumer     1,423       138       152  
    Total nonaccrual loans     91,338       113,579       112,380  
    OREO and repossessed assets     1,952       2,056       2,580  
    Total NPAs   $ 93,290     $ 115,635     $ 114,960  
        2025     2024
      First Quarter   Fourth Quarter   Third Quarter
    (in thousands) Net Charge-
    Offs
      Net Charge-
    Offs to
    Average
    Loans 
    (1)
      Net Charge-
    Offs
      Net Charge-
    Offs to
    Average
    Loans 
    (1)
      Net Charge-
    Offs
      Net Charge-
    Offs to
    Average
    Loans 
    (1)
    NET CHARGE-OFFS (RECOVERIES) BY CATEGORY                        
    Owner occupied RE $ 126     0.02 %   $ (184 )   (0.02 )%   $ (184 )   (0.02 )%
    Income producing RE   718     0.07       (1,001 )   (0.09 )     1,409     0.13  
    Commercial & industrial   2,447     0.40       4,075     0.69       4,577     0.79  
    Commercial construction   (138 )   (0.03 )     2           36     0.01  
    Equipment financing   5,042     1.21       5,812     1.43       5,268     1.32  
    Total commercial   8,195     0.24       8,704     0.26       11,106     0.33  
    Residential mortgage   (1 )         145     0.02       32      
    Home equity   (62 )   (0.02 )     (33 )   (0.01 )     36     0.01  
    Residential construction   219     0.51       7     0.02       111     0.22  
    Manufactured housing (2)             114     23.41       11,556     28.51  
    Consumer   1,256     2.76       580     1.24       810     1.74  
    Total $ 9,607     0.21     $ 9,517     0.21     $ 23,651     0.52  
                             
    (1) Annualized.                        
    (2) At March 31, 2025, manufactured housing loans are included with consumer loans.

    UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS, INC.
    Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)

    (in thousands, except share and per share data)   March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
    ASSETS        
    Cash and due from banks   $ 198,287     $ 296,161  
    Interest-bearing deposits in banks     438,425       223,712  
    Cash and cash equivalents     636,712       519,873  
    Debt securities available-for-sale     4,322,644       4,436,291  
    Debt securities held-to-maturity (fair value $1,952,235 and $1,944,126, respectively)     2,338,571       2,368,107  
    Loans held for sale     37,344       57,534  
    Loans and leases held for investment     18,425,365       18,175,980  
    Less allowance for credit losses – loans and leases     (211,974 )     (206,998 )
    Loans and leases, net     18,213,391       17,968,982  
    Premises and equipment, net     391,020       394,264  
    Bank owned life insurance     346,410       346,234  
    Goodwill and other intangible assets, net     953,357       956,643  
    Other assets     634,269       672,330  
    Total assets   $ 27,873,718     $ 27,720,258  
    LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY        
    Liabilities:        
    Deposits:        
    Noninterest-bearing demand   $ 6,257,032     $ 6,211,182  
    NOW and interest-bearing demand     6,155,141       6,141,342  
    Money market     6,637,506       6,398,144  
    Savings     1,105,374       1,100,591  
    Time     3,446,567       3,441,424  
    Brokered     160,785       168,292  
    Total deposits     23,762,405       23,460,975  
    Short-term borrowings           195,000  
    Long-term debt     254,287       254,152  
    Accrued expenses and other liabilities     356,130       378,004  
    Total liabilities     24,372,822       24,288,131  
    Shareholders’ equity:        
    Preferred stock; $1 par value; 10,000,000 shares authorized; 3,662 shares Series I issued and outstanding; $25,000 per share liquidation preference     88,266       88,266  
    Common stock, $1 par value; 200,000,000 shares authorized, 119,514,298 and 119,364,110 shares issued and outstanding, respectively     119,514       119,364  
    Common stock issuable; 584,083 and 600,168 shares, respectively     12,983       12,999  
    Capital surplus     2,711,721       2,710,279  
    Retained earnings     754,971       714,138  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss     (186,559 )     (212,919 )
    Total shareholders’ equity     3,500,896       3,432,127  
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity   $ 27,873,718     $ 27,720,258  

    UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS, INC.
    Consolidated Statements of Income (Unaudited)

        Three Months Ended
    March 31,
    (in thousands, except per share data)     2025       2024  
    Interest revenue:        
    Loans, including fees   $ 274,056     $ 283,983  
    Investment securities, including tax exempt of $1,678 and $1,721, respectively     58,850       46,436  
    Deposits in banks and short-term investments     2,451       6,309  
    Total interest revenue     335,357       336,728  
             
    Interest expense:        
    Deposits:        
    NOW and interest-bearing demand     37,390       46,211  
    Money market     49,541       50,478  
    Savings     624       706  
    Time     31,379       36,389  
    Deposits     118,934       133,784  
    Short-term borrowings     1,107        
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances     433        
    Long-term debt     2,862       3,795  
    Total interest expense     123,336       137,579  
    Net interest revenue     212,021       199,149  
             
    Noninterest income:        
    Service charges and fees     9,535       9,264  
    Mortgage loan gains and other related fees     6,122       7,511  
    Wealth management fees     4,465       6,313  
    Net gains from sales of other loans     1,396       1,537  
    Lending and loan servicing fees     4,165       4,210  
    Securities gains, net     6        
    Other     9,967       10,752  
    Total noninterest income     35,656       39,587  
             
    Provision for credit losses     15,419       12,899  
             
    Noninterest expenses:        
    Salaries and employee benefits     84,267       84,985  
    Communications and equipment     13,699       11,920  
    Occupancy     10,929       11,099  
    Advertising and public relations     1,881       1,901  
    Postage, printing and supplies     2,561       2,648  
    Professional fees     5,931       5,988  
    Lending and loan servicing expense     1,987       1,827  
    Outside services – electronic banking     2,763       2,918  
    FDIC assessments and other regulatory charges     4,642       7,566  
    Amortization of intangibles     3,286       3,887  
    Merger-related and other charges     1,297       2,087  
    Other     7,856       8,176  
    Total noninterest expenses     141,099       145,002  
    Income before income taxes     91,159       80,835  
    Income tax expense     19,746       18,204  
    Net income     71,413       62,631  
    Preferred stock dividends     1,573       1,573  
    Earnings allocated to participating securities     411       345  
    Net income available to common shareholders   $ 69,429     $ 60,713  
             
    Net income per common share:        
    Basic   $ 0.58     $ 0.51  
    Diluted     0.58       0.51  
    Weighted average common shares outstanding:        
    Basic     120,043       119,662  
    Diluted     120,201       119,743  


    UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS, INC.
    Average Consolidated Balance Sheets and Net Interest Analysis
    For the Three Months Ended March 31,

        2025       2024  
    (dollars in thousands, fully taxable equivalent (FTE)) Average
    Balance
      Interest   Average
    Rate
      Average
    Balance
      Interest   Average
    Rate
    Assets:                      
    Interest-earning assets:                      
    Loans, net of unearned income (FTE) (1)(2) $ 18,213,501     $ 273,930     6.10 %   $ 18,299,739     $ 283,960     6.24 %
    Taxable securities (3)   6,737,658       57,172     3.39       5,828,391       44,715     3.07  
    Tax-exempt securities (FTE) (1)(3)   356,712       2,245     2.52       366,350       2,311     2.52  
    Federal funds sold and other interest-earning assets   400,592       3,001     3.04       674,594       6,805     4.06  
    Total interest-earning assets (FTE)   25,708,463       336,348     5.29       25,169,074       337,791     5.39  
                           
    Noninterest-earning assets:                      
    Allowance for credit losses   (210,169 )             (212,996 )        
    Cash and due from banks   219,540               221,203          
    Premises and equipment   396,443               386,021          
    Other assets (3)   1,610,104               1,618,315          
    Total assets $ 27,724,381             $ 27,181,617          
                           
    Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity:                      
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                      
    Interest-bearing deposits:                      
    NOW and interest-bearing demand $ 6,134,004       37,390     2.47     $ 6,078,090       46,211     3.06  
    Money market   6,583,963       49,541     3.05       5,864,217       50,478     3.46  
    Savings   1,096,308       624     0.23       1,192,828       706     0.24  
    Time   3,446,048       30,831     3.63       3,596,486       35,944     4.02  
    Brokered time deposits   50,447       548     4.41       50,343       445     3.56  
    Total interest-bearing deposits   17,310,770       118,934     2.79       16,781,964       133,784     3.21  
    Federal funds purchased and other borrowings   80,760       1,107     5.56       13            
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances   38,900       433     4.51       4            
    Long-term debt   254,220       2,862     4.57       324,838       3,795     4.70  
    Total borrowed funds   373,880       4,402     4.77       324,855       3,795     4.70  
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   17,684,650       123,336     2.83       17,106,819       137,579     3.23  
                           
    Noninterest-bearing liabilities:                      
    Noninterest-bearing deposits   6,194,217               6,398,079          
    Other liabilities   369,939               390,451          
    Total liabilities   24,248,806               23,895,349          
    Shareholders’ equity   3,475,575               3,286,268          
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 27,724,381             $ 27,181,617          
                           
    Net interest revenue (FTE)     $ 213,012             $ 200,212      
    Net interest-rate spread (FTE)         2.46 %           2.16 %
    Net interest margin (FTE) (4)         3.36 %           3.20 %
     
    (1) Interest revenue on tax-exempt securities and loans includes a taxable-equivalent adjustment to reflect comparable interest on taxable securities and loans. The FTE adjustment totaled $991,000 and $1.06 million, respectively, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024. The tax rate used to calculate the adjustment was 26%, reflecting the statutory federal income tax rate and the federal tax adjusted state income tax rate.
    (2) Included in the average balance of loans outstanding are loans on which the accrual of interest has been discontinued and loans that are held for sale.
    (3) Unrealized gains and losses on AFS securities, including those related to the transfer from AFS to HTM, have been reclassified to other assets. Pretax unrealized losses of $269 million in 2025 and $322 million in 2024 are included in other assets for purposes of this presentation.
    (4) Net interest margin is taxable equivalent net interest revenue divided by average interest-earning assets.


    About United Community Banks, Inc.
    United Community Banks, Inc. (NYSE: UCB) is the financial holding company for United Community, a top 100 U.S. financial institution committed to building stronger communities and improving the financial health and well-being of its customers. United Community offers a full range of banking, mortgage and wealth management services. As of March 31, 2025, United Community Banks, Inc. had $27.9 billion in assets and operated 200 offices across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. The company also manages a nationally recognized SBA lending franchise and a national equipment finance subsidiary, extending its reach to businesses across the country. United is an 11-time winner of J.D. Power’s award for highest customer satisfaction among consumer banks in the Southeast and was named the most trusted bank in the region in 2025. The company has also been recognized eight consecutive years by American Banker as one of the “Best Banks to Work For.” In commercial banking, United earned five 2025 Greenwich Best Brand awards, including national honors for middle market satisfaction. Forbes has consistently named United among the World’s Best and America’s Best Banks. Learn more at ucbi.com.

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures
    This press release, including the accompanying financial statement tables, contains financial information determined by methods other than in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, or GAAP. This financial information includes certain operating performance measures, which exclude merger-related and other charges that are not considered part of recurring operations, such as “noninterest income – operating”, “noninterest expense – operating”, “operating net income,” “pre-tax, pre-provision income,” “operating net income per diluted common share,” “operating earnings per share,” “tangible book value per common share,” “operating return on common equity,” “operating return on tangible common equity,” “operating return on assets,” “return on assets – pre-tax, pre-provision – operating,” “return on assets – pre-tax, pre-provision,” “operating efficiency ratio,” and “tangible common equity to tangible assets.” These non-GAAP measures are included because United believes they may provide useful supplemental information for evaluating United’s underlying performance trends. These measures should be viewed in addition to, and not as an alternative to or substitute for, measures determined in accordance with GAAP, and are not necessarily comparable to non-GAAP measures that may be presented by other companies. To the extent applicable, reconciliations of these non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable measures as reported in accordance with GAAP are included with the accompanying financial statement tables.

    Caution About Forward-Looking Statements
    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. In general, forward-looking statements usually may be identified through use of words such as “may,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “will,” “should,” “plan,” “estimate,” “predict,” “continue” and “potential,” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, and include statements related to the expected benefits of the acquisition of ANB Holdings, Inc. (“ANB”). Forward-looking statements are not historical facts and represent management’s beliefs, based upon information available at the time the statements are made, with regard to the matters addressed; they are not guarantees of future performance. Actual results may prove to be materially different from the results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties that change over time and could cause actual results or financial condition to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such statements.

    Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to (1) the risk that the cost savings and any revenue synergies from the ANB acquisition may not be realized or take longer than anticipated to be realized, (2) disruption from the ANB acquisition of customer, supplier, employee or other business partner relationships, (3) the possibility that the costs, fees, expenses and charges related to the ANB acquisition may be greater than anticipated, (4) reputational risk and the reaction of each of the companies’ customers, suppliers, employees or other business partners to the ANB acquisition, (5) the failure of the ANB acquisition to close or any unexpected delay in closing the ANB acquisition, (6) the risks relating to the integration of ANB’s operations into the operations of United, including the risk that such integration will be materially delayed or will be more costly or difficult than expected, (7) the risks associated with United’s pursuit of future acquisitions, (8) the risk associated with expansion into new geographic or product markets, (9) the dilution caused by United’s issuance of additional shares of its common stock in the ANB acquisition, and (10) general competitive, economic, political and market conditions. Further information regarding additional factors which could affect the forward-looking statements contained in this press release can be found in the cautionary language included under the headings “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” in United’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and other documents subsequently filed by United with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

    Many of these factors are beyond United’s ability to control or predict. If one or more events related to these or other risks or uncertainties materialize, or if the underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Accordingly, shareholders and investors should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of this communication, and United undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for United to predict their occurrence or how they will affect United.

    United qualifies all forward-looking statements by these cautionary statements.

    For more information:
    Jefferson Harralson
    Chief Financial Officer
    (864) 240-6208
    Jefferson_Harralson@ucbi.com

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Woman bitten on hands by dingo on K’gari

    Source: Tasmania Police

    Issued: 22 Apr 2025

    Visitors to K’gari are being urged to never walk alone after a woman was bitten on the hands by a dingo near the Winnam camping area around 10:30am on 17 April 2025.

    Rangers are investigating an incident that left the woman with two lacerations to the middle fingers on both hands.

    The woman had walked away from the camping area to the ocean when she was quickly approached by five dingoes, with a tagged dingo lunging at the woman and biting her on the hands.

    The Queensland Ambulance Service treated the woman on K’gari, and she was advised to see a doctor.

    People at the camping area had previously received be dingo-safe education from Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service rangers.

    It is believed the pack of dingoes were hanging around the camping area after getting access to a large amount of unsecured food from a different campsite earlier this week.

    Rangers provided further be dingo-safe advice to campers in the area and will conduct additional patrols over the weekend.

    Residents and visitors to the island must be aware of the risks, and should always walk in groups, carry a stick and keep food and rubbish secured.

    Report any concerning dingo encounters by calling 07 4127 9150 or emailing dingo.ranger@des.qld.gov.au

    Visitors to K’gari are reminded to Be dingo-safe! at all times:

    • Always stay close (within arm’s reach) to children and young teenagers
    • Always walk in groups and carry a stick
    • Never feed dingoes
    • Camp in fenced areas where possible
    • Do not run. Running or jogging can trigger a negative dingo interaction
    • Lock up food stores and iceboxes (even on a boat)
    • Never store food or food containers in tents, and
    • Secure all rubbish, fish and bait.

    For more information go to K’gari dingoes.

    Media contact:                  DETSI Media Unit on (07) 3339 5831 or media@des.qld.gov.au

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  • MIL-OSI: Wintrust Financial Corporation Reports Record First Quarter 2025 Net Income

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ROSEMONT, Ill., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wintrust Financial Corporation (“Wintrust”, “the Company”, “we” or “our”) (Nasdaq: WTFC) announced record quarterly net income of $189.0 million, or $2.69 per diluted common share, for the first quarter of 2025, compared to net income of $185.4 million, or $2.63 per diluted common share in the fourth quarter of 2024. Pre-tax, pre-provision income (non-GAAP) totaled a record $277.0 million, compared to $270.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Timothy S. Crane, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Building on our record results in 2024, we are pleased with our strong start to the year. Our balanced business model supported disciplined loan growth, which was funded by robust deposit growth in the first quarter of 2025.”

    Additionally, Mr. Crane noted, “Net interest margin in the first quarter increased by five basis points to 3.56% compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The improvement in net interest margin was primarily attributed to decreased funding costs. The higher net interest margin and balance sheet growth supported record net interest income levels in the first quarter of 2025.”

    Highlights of the first quarter of 2025:
    Comparative information to the fourth quarter of 2024, unless otherwise noted

    • Total loans increased by $653 million, or 6% annualized.
    • Total deposits increased by approximately $1.1 billion, or 8% annualized.
    • Total assets increased by $1.0 billion, or 6% annualized.
    • Net interest income increased to $526.5 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $525.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, supported by improvement in net interest margin and balance sheet growth.        
      • Net interest margin increased to 3.54% (3.56% on a fully taxable-equivalent basis, non-GAAP) during the first quarter of 2025.
    • Non-interest income and non-interest expense were relatively stable in the first quarter of 2025. Notable impacts were:
      • Net gains on investment securities totaled $3.2 million.
      • Macatawa Bank acquisition-related costs were $2.7 million.
    • Provision for credit losses totaled $24.0 million in the first quarter of 2025, as compared to a provision for credit losses of $17.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2024.
    • Net charge-offs totaled $12.6 million, or 11 basis points of average total loans on an annualized basis, in the first quarter of 2025 compared to $15.9 million, or 13 basis points of average total loans on an annualized basis, in the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Mr. Crane noted, “The Company exhibited disciplined and consistent loan growth, as loans increased by $653 million compared to the prior quarter, or 6% on an annualized basis. Loan pipelines are strong and we remain prudent in our review of credit opportunities, ensuring our loan growth adheres to our conservative credit standards. Strong deposit growth of $1.1 billion, or 8% on an annualized basis, in the first quarter of 2025 outpaced loan growth, which resulted in our loans-to-deposits ratio ending the quarter at 90.9%. Non-interest bearing deposits totaled $11.2 billion and comprised 21% of total deposits at the end of the first quarter of 2025. We continue to leverage our enviable market positioning to generate deposits, grow loans and expand our franchise value.”

    Commenting on credit quality, Mr. Crane stated, “Prudent credit management, involving in-depth reviews of the portfolio, has led to positive outcomes by proactively identifying and resolving problem credits in a timely fashion. We continue to be conservative, diversified, and maintain our consistently strong credit standards. We believe the Company’s reserves are appropriate and we remain committed to maintaining credit quality as evidenced by our improved net charge-offs, stable levels of non-performing loans and our core loan allowance for credit losses of 1.37%.”

    In summary, Mr. Crane concluded, “Overall, we are proud of our first quarter results and believe we are well-positioned to continue our strong momentum as we navigate the macroeconomic uncertainty in 2025. The first quarter results highlighted the quality of our core deposit franchise and multifaceted nature of our business model, which uniquely positions us to be successful. Anticipated solid loan growth in the second quarter, combined with a stable net interest margin should result in higher levels of net interest income in the second quarter of 2025. Increasing our long-term franchise value and net interest income, coupled with disciplined expense control and maintaining our conservative credit standards, remain our focus in 2025.”

    The graphs shown on pages 3-7 illustrate certain financial highlights of the first quarter of 2025 as well as historical financial performance. See “Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures/Ratios” at Table 17 for additional information with respect to non-GAAP financial measures/ratios, including the reconciliations to the corresponding GAAP financial measures/ratios.

    Graphs available at the following link: http://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/cdbdc506-1b5a-4776-ae2e-e0b14106e712

    SUMMARY OF RESULTS:

    BALANCE SHEET

    Total assets increased $1.0 billion in the first quarter of 2025 as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. Total loans increased by $653.4 million as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase in loans was primarily driven by growth in the commercial and premium finance life insurance loan portfolios.

    Total liabilities increased by $734.2 million in the first quarter of 2025 as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, driven by a $1.1 billion increase in total deposits. Robust organic deposit growth in the first quarter of 2025 was driven by our diverse deposit product offerings. Non-interest bearing deposits as a percentage of total deposits were 21% at March 31, 2025, relatively stable compared to recent quarters. The Company’s loans-to-deposits ratio ended the quarter at 90.9%.

    For more information regarding changes in the Company’s balance sheet, see Consolidated Statements of Condition and Table 1 through Table 3 in this report.

    NET INTEREST INCOME

    For the first quarter of 2025, net interest income totaled $526.5 million, an increase of $1.3 million as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, primarily due to improvement in net interest margin and growth in the balance sheet, partially offset by two fewer calendar days in the quarter.

    Net interest margin increased to 3.54% (3.56% on a fully taxable-equivalent basis, non-GAAP) during the first quarter of 2025, up five basis points compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The yield on earning assets declined 11 basis points during the first quarter of 2025 primarily due to a 15 basis point decrease in loan yields. The net free funds contribution declined six basis points compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. These declines were more than offset by a 22 basis point reduction in funding cost, primarily due to a 23 basis point decline in the rate paid on interest-bearing deposits, compared to the fourth quarter of 2024.

    For more information regarding net interest income, see Table 4 through Table 7 in this report.

    ASSET QUALITY

    The allowance for credit losses totaled $448.4 million as of March 31, 2025, an increase from $437.1 million as of December 31, 2024. A provision for credit losses totaling $24.0 million was recorded for the first quarter of 2025 as compared to $17.0 million recorded in the fourth quarter of 2024. The higher provision for credit losses recognized in the first quarter of 2025 is primarily attributable to impacts related to the macroeconomic outlook. Future economic performance remains uncertain, thus downside risks to the baseline scenario, including widening credit spreads and lower valuations in financial markets, were considered to derive a qualitative addition to the provision for the first quarter of 2025. For more information regarding the allowance for credit losses and provision for credit losses, see Table 10 in this report.

    Management believes the allowance for credit losses is appropriate to account for expected credit losses. The Company is required to estimate expected credit losses over the life of the Company’s financial assets as of the reporting date. There can be no assurances, however, that future losses will not significantly exceed the amounts provided for, thereby affecting future results of operations. A summary of the allowance for credit losses calculated for the loan components in each portfolio as of March 31, 2025, December 31, 2024, and September 30, 2024 is shown on Table 11 of this report.

    Net charge-offs totaled $12.6 million in the first quarter of 2025, a decrease of $3.3 million as compared to $15.9 million of net charge-offs in the fourth quarter of 2024. Net charge-offs as a percentage of average total loans were 11 basis points in the first quarter of 2025 on an annualized basis, compared to 13 basis points on an annualized basis in the fourth quarter of 2024. For more information regarding net charge-offs, see Table 9 in this report.

    The Company’s delinquency rates remain low and manageable. For more information regarding past due loans, see Table 12 in this report.

    Non-performing assets and non-performing loans have remained relatively stable compared to prior quarters. Non-performing assets totaled $195.0 million and comprised 0.30% of total assets as of March 31, 2025, as compared to $193.9 million, or 0.30% of total assets, as of December 31, 2024. Non-performing loans totaled $172.4 million and comprised 0.35% of total loans at March 31, 2025, as compared to $170.8 million and 0.36% of total loans at December 31, 2024. For more information regarding non-performing assets, see Table 13 in this report.

    NON-INTEREST INCOME

    Non-interest income totaled $116.6 million in the first quarter of 2025, increasing $3.2 million, as compared to $113.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Wealth management revenue decreased by $4.7 million in the first quarter of 2025, as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. Revenue in the first quarter of 2025 was impacted by the transition of systems and support for brokerage and certain private client business to a new third party in the current quarter, as well as lower assets under management due to lower market valuations. The reduction in revenue was driven by anticipated slowdown in activity from the transition, market conditions, and certain offsets to expenses. Wealth management revenue is comprised of the trust and asset management revenue of Wintrust Private Trust Company and Great Lakes Advisors, the brokerage commissions, managed money fees and insurance product commissions at Wintrust Investments and fees from tax-deferred like-kind exchange services provided by the Chicago Deferred Exchange Company.

    Mortgage banking revenue totaling $20.5 million in the first quarter of 2025 was essentially unchanged compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. For more information regarding mortgage banking revenue, see Table 15 in this report.

    The Company recognized $19.4 million in service charges on deposit accounts in the first quarter of 2025, as compared to $18.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. The $0.5 million increase in the first quarter of 2025 was primarily due to increased commercial account fees.

    The Company recognized $3.2 million in net gains on investment securities in the first quarter of 2025 as compared to $2.8 million in net losses in the fourth quarter of 2024. The net gains in the first quarter of 2025 were primarily the result of unrealized gains on the Company’s equity investment securities with a readily determinable fair value.

    For more information regarding non-interest income, see Table 14 in this report.

    NON-INTEREST EXPENSE

    Non-interest expenses totaled $366.1 million in the first quarter of 2025, decreasing $2.4 million as compared to $368.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Salaries and employee benefits expense decreased by $0.6 million in the first quarter of 2025 as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. This was primarily driven by decreased commissions and incentives compensation expense related to lower mortgage originations and wealth management revenue in the quarter partially offset by higher salaries expense which can be attributed to annual merit increases taking effect in the first quarter of the year.

    Advertising and marketing expenses in the first quarter of 2025 totaled $12.3 million, which was a $0.8 million decrease as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The reduction in the first quarter is primarily due to timing of marketing campaigns, sponsorship arrangements and other investments.

    Professional fees expense totaled $9.0 million in the first quarter of 2025, resulting in a decrease of $2.3 million as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The decrease in the current quarter relates primarily to decreased fees on consulting services. Professional fees include legal, audit, and tax fees, external loan review costs, consulting arrangements and normal regulatory exam assessments.

    Travel and entertainment expense totaled $5.3 million in the first quarter of 2025 which decreased $2.9 million as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The decrease is primarily due to seasonal corporate events that occur during the fourth quarter.

    The Macatawa Bank acquisition related costs were $2.7 million in the first quarter of 2025, primarily driven by consulting expenses, employee retention and severance costs, and contracted resource costs.

    For more information regarding non-interest expense, see Table 16 in this report.

    INCOME TAXES

    The Company recorded income tax expense of $64.0 million in the first quarter compared to $67.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. The effective tax rates were 25.30% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to 26.76% in the fourth quarter of 2024. The effective tax rates were partially impacted by the tax effects related to share-based compensation, which fluctuate based on the Company’s stock price and timing of employee stock option exercises and vesting of other share-based awards. The Company recorded net excess tax benefits of $3.7 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to excess tax benefits of $50,000 in the fourth quarter of 2024 related to share-based compensation.

    BUSINESS SUMMARY

    Community Banking

    Through community banking, the Company provides banking and financial services primarily to individuals, small to mid-sized businesses, local governmental units and institutional clients residing primarily in the local areas the Company services. In the first quarter of 2025, community banking increased its commercial, commercial real estate and residential real estate loan portfolios.

    Mortgage banking revenue was $20.5 million for both the first quarter of 2025, and the fourth quarter of 2024. See Table 15 for more detail. Service charges on deposit accounts totaled $19.4 million in the first quarter of 2025 as compared to $18.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. The Company’s gross commercial and commercial real estate loan pipelines remained solid as of March 31, 2025 indicating momentum for expected continued loan growth in the second quarter of 2025.

    Specialty Finance

    Through specialty finance, the Company offers financing of insurance premiums for businesses and individuals, equipment financing through structured loans and lease products to customers in a variety of industries, accounts receivable financing and value-added, out-sourced administrative services and other services. Originations within the insurance premium financing receivables portfolios were $4.8 billion during the first quarter of 2025. Average balances increased by $213.4 million, as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The Company’s leasing divisions’ portfolio balances increased in the first quarter of 2025, with capital leases, loans, and equipment on operating leases of $2.7 billion, $1.1 billion, and $280.5 million as of March 31, 2025 respectively, as compared to $2.5 billion, $1.1 billion, and $278.3 million as of December 31, 2024, respectively. Revenues from the Company’s out-sourced administrative services business were $1.4 million in the first quarter of 2025, which was relatively stable compared to the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Wealth Management

    Through wealth management, the Company offers a full range of wealth management services, including trust and investment services, tax-deferred like-kind exchange services, asset management, and securities brokerage services. See “Items Impacting Comparative Results,” regarding the sale of the Company’s Retirement Benefits Advisors (“RBA”) division during the first quarter of 2024. Wealth management revenue totaled $34.0 million in the first quarter of 2025, down slightly as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. At March 31, 2025, the Company’s wealth management subsidiaries had approximately $51.1 billion of assets under administration, which included $8.4 billion of assets owned by the Company and its subsidiary banks.

    ITEMS IMPACTING COMPARATIVE FINANCIAL RESULTS

    Business Combination

    On August 1, 2024, the Company completed its previously announced acquisition of Macatawa, the parent company of Macatawa Bank. In conjunction with the completed acquisition, the Company issued approximately 4.7 million shares of common stock. Macatawa operates 26 full-service branches located throughout communities in Kent, Ottawa and northern Allegan counties in the state of Michigan. Macatawa offers a full range of banking, retail and commercial lending, wealth management and ecommerce services to individuals, businesses and governmental entities. As of August 1, 2024, Macatawa had fair values of approximately $2.9 billion in assets, $2.3 billion in deposits and $1.3 billion in loans. As of March 31, 2025, the Company recorded goodwill of approximately $142.1 million on the purchase.

    Division Sale

    In the first quarter of 2024, the Company sold its RBA division and recorded a net gain of approximately $19.3 million ($20.0 million in other non-interest income from the sale, offset by $0.7 million in commissions/incentive compensation expense).

    WINTRUST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
    Key Operating Measures

    Wintrust’s key operating measures and growth rates for the first quarter of 2025, as compared to the fourth quarter of 2024 (sequential quarter) and first quarter of 2024 (linked quarter), are shown in the table below:

                  % or (1)basis point (bp) change  from
    4th Quarter
    2024
      % or basis point (bp) change from
    1st Quarter
    2024
        Three Months Ended  
    (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)   Mar 31, 2025   Dec 31, 2024   Mar 31, 2024  
    Net income   $ 189,039     $ 185,362     $ 187,294   2   %   1   %
    Pre-tax income, excluding provision for credit losses (non-GAAP) (2)     277,018       270,060       271,629   3       2    
    Net income per common share – Diluted     2.69       2.63       2.89   2       (7 )  
    Cash dividends declared per common share     0.50       0.45       0.45   11       11    
    Net revenue (3)     643,108       638,599       604,774   1       6    
    Net interest income     526,474       525,148       464,194   0       13    
    Net interest margin     3.54 %     3.49 %     3.57 % 5   bps   (3 ) bps
    Net interest margin – fully taxable-equivalent (non-GAAP) (2)     3.56       3.51       3.59   5       (3 )  
    Net overhead ratio (4)     1.58       1.60       1.39   (2 )     19    
    Return on average assets     1.20       1.16       1.35   4       (15 )  
    Return on average common equity     12.21       11.82       14.42   39       (221 )  
    Return on average tangible common equity (non-GAAP) (2)     14.72       14.29       16.75   43       (203 )  
    At end of period                      
    Total assets   $ 65,870,066     $ 64,879,668     $ 57,576,933   6   %   14   %
    Total loans (5)     48,708,390       48,055,037       43,230,706   6       13    
    Total deposits     53,570,038       52,512,349       46,448,858   8       15    
    Total shareholders’ equity     6,600,537       6,344,297       5,436,400   16       21    

    (1)   Period-end balance sheet percentage changes are annualized.
    (2)   See Table 17: Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures/Ratios for additional information on this performance measure/ratio.
    (3)   Net revenue is net interest income plus non-interest income.
    (4)   The net overhead ratio is calculated by netting total non-interest expense and total non-interest income, annualizing this amount, and dividing by that period’s average total assets. A lower ratio indicates a higher degree of efficiency.
    (5)   Excludes mortgage loans held-for-sale.

    Certain returns, yields, performance ratios, or quarterly growth rates are “annualized” in this presentation to represent an annual time period. This is done for analytical purposes to better discern, for decision-making purposes, underlying performance trends when compared to full-year or year-over-year amounts. For example, a 5% growth rate for a quarter would represent an annualized 20% growth rate. Additional supplemental financial information showing quarterly trends can be found on the Company’s website at www.wintrust.com by choosing “Financial Reports” under the “Investor Relations” heading, and then choosing “Financial Highlights.”


    WINTRUST FINANCIAL CORPORATION

    Selected Financial Highlights

        Three Months Ended
    (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)   Mar 31, 2025   Dec 31, 2024   Sep 30, 2024   Jun 30, 2024   Mar 31, 2024
    Selected Financial Condition Data (at end of period):
    Total assets   $ 65,870,066     $ 64,879,668     $ 63,788,424     $ 59,781,516     $ 57,576,933  
    Total loans (1)     48,708,390       48,055,037       47,067,447       44,675,531       43,230,706  
    Total deposits     53,570,038       52,512,349       51,404,966       48,049,026       46,448,858  
    Total shareholders’ equity     6,600,537       6,344,297       6,399,714       5,536,628       5,436,400  
    Selected Statements of Income Data:                    
    Net interest income   $ 526,474     $ 525,148     $ 502,583     $ 470,610     $ 464,194  
    Net revenue (2)     643,108       638,599       615,730       591,757       604,774  
    Net income     189,039       185,362       170,001       152,388       187,294  
    Pre-tax income, excluding provision for credit losses (non-GAAP) (3)     277,018       270,060       255,043       251,404       271,629  
    Net income per common share – Basic     2.73       2.68       2.51       2.35       2.93  
    Net income per common share – Diluted     2.69       2.63       2.47       2.32       2.89  
    Cash dividends declared per common share     0.50       0.45       0.45       0.45       0.45  
    Selected Financial Ratios and Other Data:                    
    Performance Ratios:                    
    Net interest margin     3.54 %     3.49 %     3.49 %     3.50 %     3.57 %
    Net interest margin – fully taxable-equivalent (non-GAAP) (3)     3.56       3.51       3.51       3.52       3.59  
    Non-interest income to average assets     0.74       0.71       0.74       0.85       1.02  
    Non-interest expense to average assets     2.32       2.31       2.36       2.38       2.41  
    Net overhead ratio (4)     1.58       1.60       1.62       1.53       1.39  
    Return on average assets     1.20       1.16       1.11       1.07       1.35  
    Return on average common equity     12.21       11.82       11.63       11.61       14.42  
    Return on average tangible common equity (non-GAAP) (3)     14.72       14.29       13.92       13.49       16.75  
    Average total assets   $ 64,107,042     $ 63,594,105     $ 60,915,283     $ 57,493,184     $ 55,602,695  
    Average total shareholders’ equity     6,460,941       6,418,403       5,990,429       5,450,173       5,440,457  
    Average loans to average deposits ratio     92.3 %     91.9 %     93.8 %     95.1 %     94.5 %
    Period-end loans to deposits ratio     90.9       91.5       91.6       93.0       93.1  
    Common Share Data at end of period:                    
    Market price per common share   $ 112.46     $ 124.71     $ 108.53     $ 98.56     $ 104.39  
    Book value per common share     92.47       89.21       90.06       82.97       81.38  
    Tangible book value per common share (non-GAAP) (3)     78.83       75.39       76.15       72.01       70.40  
    Common shares outstanding     66,919,325       66,495,227       66,481,543       61,760,139       61,736,715  
    Other Data at end of period:                    
    Common equity to assets ratio     9.4 %     9.1 %     9.4 %     8.6 %     8.7 %
    Tangible common equity ratio (non-GAAP) (3)     8.1       7.8       8.1       7.5       7.6  
    Tier 1 leverage ratio (5)     9.6       9.4       9.6       9.3       9.4  
    Risk-based capital ratios:                    
    Tier 1 capital ratio (5)     10.8       10.7       10.6       10.3       10.3  
    Common equity tier 1 capital ratio (5)     10.1       9.9       9.8       9.5       9.5  
    Total capital ratio (5)     12.5       12.3       12.2       12.1       12.2  
    Allowance for credit losses (6)   $ 448,387     $ 437,060     $ 436,193     $ 437,560     $ 427,504  
    Allowance for loan and unfunded lending-related commitment losses to total loans     0.92 %     0.91 %     0.93 %     0.98 %     0.99 %
    Number of:                    
    Bank subsidiaries     16       16       16       15       15  
    Banking offices     208       205       203       177       176  

    (1)   Excludes mortgage loans held-for-sale.
    (2)   Net revenue is net interest income plus non-interest income.
    (3)   See Table 17: Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures/Ratios for additional information on this performance measure/ratio.
    (4)   The net overhead ratio is calculated by netting total non-interest expense and total non-interest income, annualizing this amount, and dividing by that period’s average total assets. A lower ratio indicates a higher degree of efficiency.
    (5)   Capital ratios for current quarter-end are estimated.
    (6)   The allowance for credit losses includes the allowance for loan losses, the allowance for unfunded lending-related commitments and the allowance for held-to-maturity securities losses.


    WINTRUST FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CONDITION

        (Unaudited)       (Unaudited)   (Unaudited)   (Unaudited)
        Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (In thousands)     2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Assets                    
    Cash and due from banks   $ 616,216     $ 452,017     $ 725,465     $ 415,462     $ 379,825  
    Federal funds sold and securities purchased under resale agreements     63       6,519       5,663       62       61  
    Interest-bearing deposits with banks     4,238,237       4,409,753       3,648,117       2,824,314       2,131,077  
    Available-for-sale securities, at fair value     4,220,305       4,141,482       3,912,232       4,329,957       4,387,598  
    Held-to-maturity securities, at amortized cost     3,564,490       3,613,263       3,677,420       3,755,924       3,810,015  
    Trading account securities           4,072       3,472       4,134       2,184  
    Equity securities with readily determinable fair value     270,442       215,412       125,310       112,173       119,777  
    Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank stock     281,893       281,407       266,908       256,495       224,657  
    Brokerage customer receivables           18,102       16,662       13,682       13,382  
    Mortgage loans held-for-sale, at fair value     316,804       331,261       461,067       411,851       339,884  
    Loans, net of unearned income     48,708,390       48,055,037       47,067,447       44,675,531       43,230,706  
    Allowance for loan losses     (378,207 )     (364,017 )     (360,279 )     (363,719 )     (348,612 )
    Net loans     48,330,183       47,691,020       46,707,168       44,311,812       42,882,094  
    Premises, software and equipment, net     776,679       779,130       772,002       722,295       744,769  
    Lease investments, net     280,472       278,264       270,171       275,459       283,557  
    Accrued interest receivable and other assets     1,598,255       1,739,334       1,721,090       1,671,334       1,580,142  
    Trade date securities receivable     463,023             551,031              
    Goodwill     796,932       796,942       800,780       655,955       656,181  
    Other acquisition-related intangible assets     116,072       121,690       123,866       20,607       21,730  
    Total assets   $ 65,870,066     $ 64,879,668     $ 63,788,424     $ 59,781,516     $ 57,576,933  
    Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity                    
    Deposits:                    
    Non-interest-bearing   $ 11,201,859     $ 11,410,018     $ 10,739,132     $ 10,031,440     $ 9,908,183  
    Interest-bearing     42,368,179       41,102,331       40,665,834       38,017,586       36,540,675  
    Total deposits     53,570,038       52,512,349       51,404,966       48,049,026       46,448,858  
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances     3,151,309       3,151,309       3,171,309       3,176,309       2,676,751  
    Other borrowings     529,269       534,803       647,043       606,579       575,408  
    Subordinated notes     298,360       298,283       298,188       298,113       437,965  
    Junior subordinated debentures     253,566       253,566       253,566       253,566       253,566  
    Accrued interest payable and other liabilities     1,466,987       1,785,061       1,613,638       1,861,295       1,747,985  
    Total liabilities     59,269,529       58,535,371       57,388,710       54,244,888       52,140,533  
    Shareholders’ Equity:                    
    Preferred stock     412,500       412,500       412,500       412,500       412,500  
    Common stock     67,007       66,560       66,546       61,825       61,798  
    Surplus     2,494,347       2,482,561       2,470,228       1,964,645       1,954,532  
    Treasury stock     (9,156 )     (6,153 )     (6,098 )     (5,760 )     (5,757 )
    Retained earnings     4,045,854       3,897,164       3,748,715       3,615,616       3,498,475  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss     (410,015 )     (508,335 )     (292,177 )     (512,198 )     (485,148 )
    Total shareholders’ equity     6,600,537       6,344,297       6,399,714       5,536,628       5,436,400  
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity   $ 65,870,066     $ 64,879,668     $ 63,788,424     $ 59,781,516     $ 57,576,933  

    WINTRUST FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)

      Three Months Ended
    (Dollars in thousands, except per share data) Mar 31,
    2025
      Dec 31,
    2024
      Sep 30,
    2024
      Jun 30,
    2024
      Mar 31,
    2024
    Interest income                  
    Interest and fees on loans $ 768,362     $ 789,038     $ 794,163     $ 749,812     $ 710,341  
    Mortgage loans held-for-sale   4,246       5,623       6,233       5,434       4,146  
    Interest-bearing deposits with banks   36,766       46,256       32,608       19,731       16,658  
    Federal funds sold and securities purchased under resale agreements   179       53       277       17       19  
    Investment securities   72,016       67,066       69,592       69,779       69,678  
    Trading account securities   11       6       11       13       18  
    Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank stock   5,307       5,157       5,451       4,974       4,478  
    Brokerage customer receivables   78       302       269       219       175  
    Total interest income   886,965       913,501       908,604       849,979       805,513  
    Interest expense                  
    Interest on deposits   320,233       346,388       362,019       335,703       299,532  
    Interest on Federal Home Loan Bank advances   25,441       26,050       26,254       24,797       22,048  
    Interest on other borrowings   6,792       7,519       9,013       8,700       9,248  
    Interest on subordinated notes   3,714       3,733       3,712       5,185       5,487  
    Interest on junior subordinated debentures   4,311       4,663       5,023       4,984       5,004  
    Total interest expense   360,491       388,353       406,021       379,369       341,319  
    Net interest income   526,474       525,148       502,583       470,610       464,194  
    Provision for credit losses   23,963       16,979       22,334       40,061       21,673  
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses   502,511       508,169       480,249       430,549       442,521  
    Non-interest income                  
    Wealth management   34,042       38,775       37,224       35,413       34,815  
    Mortgage banking   20,529       20,452       15,974       29,124       27,663  
    Service charges on deposit accounts   19,362       18,864       16,430       15,546       14,811  
    Gains (losses) on investment securities, net   3,196       (2,835 )     3,189       (4,282 )     1,326  
    Fees from covered call options   3,446       2,305       988       2,056       4,847  
    Trading (losses) gains, net   (64 )     (113 )     (130 )     70       677  
    Operating lease income, net   15,287       15,327       15,335       13,938       14,110  
    Other   20,836       20,676       24,137       29,282       42,331  
    Total non-interest income   116,634       113,451       113,147       121,147       140,580  
    Non-interest expense                  
    Salaries and employee benefits   211,526       212,133       211,261       198,541       195,173  
    Software and equipment   34,717       34,258       31,574       29,231       27,731  
    Operating lease equipment   10,471       10,263       10,518       10,834       10,683  
    Occupancy, net   20,778       20,597       19,945       19,585       19,086  
    Data processing   11,274       10,957       9,984       9,503       9,292  
    Advertising and marketing   12,272       13,097       18,239       17,436       13,040  
    Professional fees   9,044       11,334       9,783       9,967       9,553  
    Amortization of other acquisition-related intangible assets   5,618       5,773       4,042       1,122       1,158  
    FDIC insurance   10,926       10,640       10,512       10,429       14,537  
    OREO expenses, net   643       397       (938 )     (259 )     392  
    Other   38,821       39,090       35,767       33,964       32,500  
    Total non-interest expense   366,090       368,539       360,687       340,353       333,145  
    Income before taxes   253,055       253,081       232,709       211,343       249,956  
    Income tax expense   64,016       67,719       62,708       58,955       62,662  
    Net income $ 189,039     $ 185,362     $ 170,001     $ 152,388     $ 187,294  
    Preferred stock dividends   6,991       6,991       6,991       6,991       6,991  
    Net income applicable to common shares $ 182,048     $ 178,371     $ 163,010     $ 145,397     $ 180,303  
    Net income per common share – Basic $ 2.73     $ 2.68     $ 2.51     $ 2.35     $ 2.93  
    Net income per common share – Diluted $ 2.69     $ 2.63     $ 2.47     $ 2.32     $ 2.89  
    Cash dividends declared per common share $ 0.50     $ 0.45     $ 0.45     $ 0.45     $ 0.45  
    Weighted average common shares outstanding   66,726       66,491       64,888       61,839       61,481  
    Dilutive potential common shares   923       1,233       1,053       926       928  
    Average common shares and dilutive common shares   67,649       67,724       65,941       62,765       62,409  

    TABLE 1: LOAN PORTFOLIO MIX AND GROWTH RATES

                        % Growth From
    (Dollars in thousands) Mar 31,
    2025
      Dec 31,
    2024
      Sep 30,
    2024
      Jun 30,
    2024
      Mar 31,
    2024
    Dec 31,
    2024 (1)
      Mar 31,
    2024
    Balance:                        
    Mortgage loans held-for-sale, excluding early buy-out exercised loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies $ 181,580     $ 189,774     $ 314,693     $ 281,103     $ 193,064   (18 )%   (6 )%
    Mortgage loans held-for-sale, early buy-out exercised loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies   135,224       141,487       146,374       130,748       146,820   (18 )   (8 )
    Total mortgage loans held-for-sale $ 316,804     $ 331,261     $ 461,067     $ 411,851     $ 339,884   (18 )%   (7 )%
                             
    Core loans:                        
    Commercial                        
    Commercial and industrial $ 6,871,206     $ 6,867,422     $ 6,774,683     $ 6,236,290     $ 6,117,004   0 %   12 %
    Asset-based lending   1,701,962       1,611,001       1,709,685       1,465,867       1,355,255   23     26  
    Municipal   798,646       826,653       827,125       747,357       721,526   (14 )   11  
    Leases   2,680,943       2,537,325       2,443,721       2,439,128       2,344,295   23     14  
    Commercial real estate                        
    Residential construction   55,849       48,617       73,088       55,019       57,558   60     (3 )
    Commercial construction   2,086,797       2,065,775       1,984,240       1,866,701       1,748,607   4     19  
    Land   306,235       319,689       346,362       338,831       344,149   (17 )   (11 )
    Office   1,641,555       1,656,109       1,675,286       1,585,312       1,566,748   (4 )   5  
    Industrial   2,677,555       2,628,576       2,527,932       2,307,455       2,190,200   8     22  
    Retail   1,402,837       1,374,655       1,404,586       1,365,753       1,366,415   8     3  
    Multi-family   3,091,314       3,125,505       3,193,339       2,988,940       2,922,432   (4 )   6  
    Mixed use and other   1,652,759       1,685,018       1,588,584       1,439,186       1,437,328   (8 )   15  
    Home equity   455,683       445,028       427,043       356,313       340,349   10     34  
    Residential real estate                        
    Residential real estate loans for investment   3,561,417       3,456,009       3,252,649       2,933,157       2,746,916   12     30  
    Residential mortgage loans, early buy-out eligible loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies   86,952       114,985       92,355       88,503       90,911   (99 )   (4 )
    Residential mortgage loans, early buy-out exercised loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies   36,790       41,771       43,034       45,675       52,439   (48 )   (30 )
    Total core loans $ 29,108,500     $ 28,804,138     $ 28,363,712     $ 26,259,487     $ 25,402,132   4 %   15 %
                             
    Niche loans:                        
    Commercial                        
    Franchise $ 1,262,555     $ 1,268,521     $ 1,191,686     $ 1,150,460     $ 1,122,302   (2 )%   12 %
    Mortgage warehouse lines of credit   1,019,543       893,854       750,462       593,519       403,245   57     NM
    Community Advantage – homeowners association   525,492       525,446       501,645       491,722       475,832   0     10  
    Insurance agency lending   1,070,979       1,044,329       1,048,686       1,030,119       964,022   10     11  
    Premium Finance receivables                        
    U.S. property & casualty insurance   6,486,663       6,447,625       6,253,271       6,142,654       6,113,993   2     6  
    Canada property & casualty insurance   753,199       824,417       878,410       958,099       826,026   (35 )   (9 )
    Life insurance   8,365,140       8,147,145       7,996,899       7,962,115       7,872,033   11     6  
    Consumer and other   116,319       99,562       82,676       87,356       51,121   68     NM
    Total niche loans $ 19,599,890     $ 19,250,899     $ 18,703,735     $ 18,416,044     $ 17,828,574   7 %   10 %
                             
    Total loans, net of unearned income $ 48,708,390     $ 48,055,037     $ 47,067,447     $ 44,675,531     $ 43,230,706   6 %   13 %

    (1)   Annualized.


    TABLE 2: DEPOSIT PORTFOLIO MIX AND GROWTH RATES

                        % Growth From
    (Dollars in thousands) Mar 31,
    2025
      Dec 31,
    2024
      Sep 30,
    2024
      Jun 30,
    2024
      Mar 31,
    2024
    Dec 31,
    2024 (1)
      Mar 31, 2024
    Balance:                        
    Non-interest-bearing $ 11,201,859     $ 11,410,018     $ 10,739,132     $ 10,031,440     $ 9,908,183   (7 )%   13 %
    NOW and interest-bearing demand deposits   6,340,168       5,865,546       5,466,932       5,053,909       5,720,947   33     11  
    Wealth management deposits (2)   1,408,790       1,469,064       1,303,354       1,490,711       1,347,817   (17 )   5  
    Money market   18,074,733       17,975,191       17,713,726       16,320,017       15,617,717   2     16  
    Savings   6,576,251       6,372,499       6,183,249       5,882,179       5,959,774   13     10  
    Time certificates of deposit   9,968,237       9,420,031       9,998,573       9,270,770       7,894,420   24     26  
    Total deposits $ 53,570,038     $ 52,512,349     $ 51,404,966     $ 48,049,026     $ 46,448,858   8 %   15 %
    Mix:                        
    Non-interest-bearing   21 %     22 %     21 %     21 %     21 %      
    NOW and interest-bearing demand deposits   12       11       11       11       12        
    Wealth management deposits (2)   3       3       3       3       3        
    Money market   34       34       34       34       34        
    Savings   12       12       12       12       13        
    Time certificates of deposit   18       18       19       19       17        
    Total deposits   100 %     100 %     100 %     100 %     100 %      

    (1)   Annualized.
    (2)   Represents deposit balances of the Company’s subsidiary banks from brokerage customers of Wintrust Investments, Chicago Deferred Exchange Company, LLC (“CDEC”), and trust and asset management customers of the Company.


    TABLE 3
    : TIME CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT MATURITY/RE-PRICING ANALYSIS
    As of March 31, 2025

    (Dollars in thousands)   Total Time
    Certificates of
    Deposit
      Weighted-Average
    Rate of Maturing
    Time Certificates
    of Deposit
    1-3 months   $ 3,845,120     4.34 %
    4-6 months     2,345,184     3.81  
    7-9 months     2,694,739     3.72  
    10-12 months     711,206     3.62  
    13-18 months     210,063     3.03  
    19-24 months     87,336     2.72  
    24+ months     74,589     2.47  
    Total   $ 9,968,237     3.94 %

    TABLE 4: QUARTERLY AVERAGE BALANCES

        Average Balance for three months ended,
        Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (In thousands)     2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Interest-bearing deposits with banks, securities purchased under resale agreements and cash equivalents (1)   $ 3,520,048     $ 3,934,016     $ 2,413,728     $ 1,485,481     $ 1,254,332  
    Investment securities (2)     8,409,735       8,090,271       8,276,576       8,203,764       8,349,796  
    FHLB and FRB stock     281,702       271,825       263,707       253,614       230,648  
    Liquidity management assets (3)   $ 12,211,485     $ 12,296,112     $ 10,954,011     $ 9,942,859     $ 9,834,776  
    Other earning assets (3)(4)     13,140       20,528       17,542       15,257       15,081  
    Mortgage loans held-for-sale     286,710       378,707       376,251       347,236       290,275  
    Loans, net of unearned income (3)(5)     47,833,380       47,153,014       45,920,586       43,819,354       42,129,893  
    Total earning assets (3)   $ 60,344,715     $ 59,848,361     $ 57,268,390     $ 54,124,706     $ 52,270,025  
    Allowance for loan and investment security losses     (375,371 )     (367,238 )     (383,736 )     (360,504 )     (361,734 )
    Cash and due from banks     476,423       470,033       467,333       434,916       450,267  
    Other assets     3,661,275       3,642,949       3,563,296       3,294,066       3,244,137  
    Total assets   $ 64,107,042     $ 63,594,105     $ 60,915,283     $ 57,493,184     $ 55,602,695  
                         
    NOW and interest-bearing demand deposits   $ 6,046,189     $ 5,601,672     $ 5,174,673     $ 4,985,306     $ 5,680,265  
    Wealth management deposits     1,574,480       1,430,163       1,362,747       1,531,865       1,510,203  
    Money market accounts     17,581,141       17,579,395       16,436,111       15,272,126       14,474,492  
    Savings accounts     6,479,444       6,288,727       6,096,746       5,878,844       5,792,118  
    Time deposits     9,406,126       9,702,948       9,598,109       8,546,172       7,148,456  
    Interest-bearing deposits   $ 41,087,380     $ 40,602,905     $ 38,668,386     $ 36,214,313     $ 34,605,534  
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances     3,151,309       3,160,658       3,178,973       3,096,920       2,728,849  
    Other borrowings     582,139       577,786       622,792       587,262       627,711  
    Subordinated notes     298,306       298,225       298,135       410,331       437,893  
    Junior subordinated debentures     253,566       253,566       253,566       253,566       253,566  
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   $ 45,372,700     $ 44,893,140     $ 43,021,852     $ 40,562,392     $ 38,653,553  
    Non-interest-bearing deposits     10,732,156       10,718,738       10,271,613       9,879,134       9,972,646  
    Other liabilities     1,541,245       1,563,824       1,631,389       1,601,485       1,536,039  
    Equity     6,460,941       6,418,403       5,990,429       5,450,173       5,440,457  
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity   $ 64,107,042     $ 63,594,105     $ 60,915,283     $ 57,493,184     $ 55,602,695  
                         
    Net free funds/contribution (6)   $ 14,972,015     $ 14,955,221     $ 14,246,538     $ 13,562,314     $ 13,616,472  

    (1)   Includes interest-bearing deposits from banks and securities purchased under resale agreements with original maturities of greater than three months. Cash equivalents include federal funds sold and securities purchased under resale agreements with original maturities of three months or less.
    (2)   Investment securities includes investment securities classified as available-for-sale and held-to-maturity, and equity securities with readily determinable fair values. Equity securities without readily determinable fair values are included within other assets.
    (3)   See Table 17: Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures/Ratios for additional information on this performance measure/ratio.
    (4)   Other earning assets include brokerage customer receivables and trading account securities.
    (5)   Loans, net of unearned income, include non-accrual loans.
    (6)   Net free funds are the difference between total average earning assets and total average interest-bearing liabilities. The estimated contribution to net interest margin from net free funds is calculated using the rate paid for total interest-bearing liabilities.


    TABLE 5: QUARTERLY NET INTEREST INCOME

        Net Interest Income for three months ended,
        Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (In thousands)     2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Interest income:                    
    Interest-bearing deposits with banks, securities purchased under resale agreements and cash equivalents   $ 36,945     $ 46,308     $ 32,885     $ 19,748     $ 16,677  
    Investment securities     72,706       67,783       70,260       70,346       70,228  
    FHLB and FRB stock     5,307       5,157       5,451       4,974       4,478  
    Liquidity management assets (1)   $ 114,958     $ 119,248     $ 108,596     $ 95,068     $ 91,383  
    Other earning assets (1)     92       310       282       235       198  
    Mortgage loans held-for-sale     4,246       5,623       6,233       5,434       4,146  
    Loans, net of unearned income (1)     770,568       791,390       796,637       752,117       712,587  
    Total interest income   $ 889,864     $ 916,571     $ 911,748     $ 852,854     $ 808,314  
                         
    Interest expense:                    
    NOW and interest-bearing demand deposits   $ 33,600     $ 31,695     $ 30,971     $ 32,719     $ 34,896  
    Wealth management deposits     8,606       9,412       10,158       10,294       10,461  
    Money market accounts     146,374       159,945       167,382       155,100       137,984  
    Savings accounts     35,923       38,402       42,892       41,063       39,071  
    Time deposits     95,730       106,934       110,616       96,527       77,120  
    Interest-bearing deposits   $ 320,233     $ 346,388     $ 362,019     $ 335,703     $ 299,532  
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances     25,441       26,050       26,254       24,797       22,048  
    Other borrowings     6,792       7,519       9,013       8,700       9,248  
    Subordinated notes     3,714       3,733       3,712       5,185       5,487  
    Junior subordinated debentures     4,311       4,663       5,023       4,984       5,004  
    Total interest expense   $ 360,491     $ 388,353     $ 406,021     $ 379,369     $ 341,319  
                         
    Less: Fully taxable-equivalent adjustment     (2,899 )     (3,070 )     (3,144 )     (2,875 )     (2,801 )
    Net interest income (GAAP) (2)     526,474       525,148       502,583       470,610       464,194  
    Fully taxable-equivalent adjustment     2,899       3,070       3,144       2,875       2,801  
    Net interest income, fully taxable-equivalent (non-GAAP) (2)   $ 529,373     $ 528,218     $ 505,727     $ 473,485     $ 466,995  

    (1)   Interest income on tax-advantaged loans, trading securities and investment securities reflects a taxable-equivalent adjustment based on the marginal federal corporate tax rate in effect as of the applicable period.
    (2)   See Table 17: Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures/Ratios for additional information on this performance measure/ratio.


    TABLE 6: QUARTERLY NET INTEREST MARGIN

        Net Interest Margin for three months ended,
        Mar 31,
    2025
      Dec 31,
    2024
      Sep 30,
    2024
      Jun 30,
    2024
      Mar 31,
    2024
    Yield earned on:                    
    Interest-bearing deposits with banks, securities purchased under resale agreements and cash equivalents   4.26 %   4.68 %   5.42 %   5.35 %   5.35 %
    Investment securities   3.51     3.33     3.38     3.45     3.38  
    FHLB and FRB stock   7.64     7.55     8.22     7.89     7.81  
    Liquidity management assets   3.82 %   3.86 %   3.94 %   3.85 %   3.74 %
    Other earning assets   2.84     6.01     6.38     6.23     5.25  
    Mortgage loans held-for-sale   6.01     5.91     6.59     6.29     5.74  
    Loans, net of unearned income   6.53     6.68     6.90     6.90     6.80  
    Total earning assets   5.98 %   6.09 %   6.33 %   6.34 %   6.22 %
                         
    Rate paid on:                    
    NOW and interest-bearing demand deposits   2.25 %   2.25 %   2.38 %   2.64 %   2.47 %
    Wealth management deposits   2.22     2.62     2.97     2.70     2.79  
    Money market accounts   3.38     3.62     4.05     4.08     3.83  
    Savings accounts   2.25     2.43     2.80     2.81     2.71  
    Time deposits   4.13     4.38     4.58     4.54     4.34  
    Interest-bearing deposits   3.16 %   3.39 %   3.72 %   3.73 %   3.48 %
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances   3.27     3.28     3.29     3.22     3.25  
    Other borrowings   4.73     5.18     5.76     5.96     5.92  
    Subordinated notes   5.05     4.98     4.95     5.08     5.04  
    Junior subordinated debentures   6.90     7.32     7.88     7.91     7.94  
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   3.22 %   3.44 %   3.75 %   3.76 %   3.55 %
                         
    Interest rate spread (1)(2)   2.76 %   2.65 %   2.58 %   2.58 %   2.67 %
    Less: Fully taxable-equivalent adjustment   (0.02 )   (0.02 )   (0.02 )   (0.02 )   (0.02 )
    Net free funds/contribution (3)   0.80     0.86     0.93     0.94     0.92  
    Net interest margin (GAAP) (2)   3.54 %   3.49 %   3.49 %   3.50 %   3.57 %
    Fully taxable-equivalent adjustment   0.02     0.02     0.02     0.02     0.02  
    Net interest margin, fully taxable-equivalent (non-GAAP) (2)   3.56 %   3.51 %   3.51 %   3.52 %   3.59 %

    (1)   Interest rate spread is the difference between the yield earned on earning assets and the rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities.
    (2)   See Table 17: Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures/Ratios for additional information on this performance measure/ratio.
    (3)   Net free funds are the difference between total average earning assets and total average interest-bearing liabilities. The estimated contribution to net interest margin from net free funds is calculated using the rate paid for total interest-bearing liabilities.


    TABLE 7
    : INTEREST RATE SENSITIVITY

    As an ongoing part of its financial strategy, the Company attempts to manage the impact of fluctuations in market interest rates on net interest income. Management measures its exposure to changes in interest rates by modeling many different interest rate scenarios.

    The following interest rate scenarios display the percentage change in net interest income over a one-year time horizon assuming increases and decreases of 100 and 200 basis points as compared to projected net interest income in a scenario with no assumed rate changes. The Static Shock Scenario results incorporate actual cash flows and repricing characteristics for balance sheet instruments following an instantaneous, parallel change in market rates based upon a static (i.e. no growth or constant) balance sheet. Conversely, the Ramp Scenario results incorporate management’s projections of future volume and pricing of each of the product lines following a gradual, parallel change in market rates over twelve months. Actual results may differ from these simulated results due to timing, magnitude, and frequency of interest rate changes as well as changes in market conditions and management strategies. The interest rate sensitivity for both the Static Shock and Ramp Scenario is as follows:

    Static Shock Scenario   +200 Basis
    Points
      +100 Basis
    Points
      -100 Basis
    Points
      -200 Basis
    Points
    Mar 31, 2025   (1.8 )%   (0.6 )%   (0.2 )%   (1.2 )%
    Dec 31, 2024   (1.6 )   (0.6 )   (0.3 )   (1.5 )
    Sep 30, 2024   1.2     1.1     0.4     (0.9 )
    Jun 30, 2024   1.5     1.0     0.6     (0.0 )
    Mar 31, 2024   1.9     1.4     1.5     1.6  
    Ramp Scenario +200 Basis
    Points
      +100 Basis
    Points
      -100 Basis
    Points
        -200 Basis
    Points
    Mar 31, 2025 0.2 %   0.2 %   (0.1 )%   (0.5 )%
    Dec 31, 2024 (0.2 )   (0.0 )   0.0     (0.3 )
    Sep 30, 2024 1.6     1.2     0.7     0.5  
    Jun 30, 2024 1.2     1.0     0.9     1.0  
    Mar 31, 2024 0.8     0.6     1.3     2.0  

    As shown above, the magnitude of potential changes in net interest income in various interest rate scenarios has continued to remain relatively neutral. As the current interest rate cycle progressed, management took action to reposition its sensitivity to interest rates. To this end, management has executed various derivative instruments including collars and receive fixed swaps to hedge variable rate loan exposures and originated a higher percentage of its loan originations in longer-term fixed-rate loans. The Company will continue to monitor current and projected interest rates and may execute additional derivatives to mitigate potential fluctuations in the net interest margin in future periods.


    TABLE 8
    : MATURITIES AND SENSITIVITIES TO CHANGES IN INTEREST RATES

      Loans repricing or contractual maturity period
    As of March 31, 2025
    (In thousands)
    One year or
    less
      From one to
    five years
      From five to fifteen years   After fifteen years   Total
    Commercial                  
    Fixed rate $ 405,736     $ 3,600,171     $ 2,122,563     $ 20,444     $ 6,148,914  
    Variable rate   9,781,709       703                   9,782,412  
    Total commercial $ 10,187,445     $ 3,600,874     $ 2,122,563     $ 20,444     $ 15,931,326  
    Commercial real estate                  
    Fixed rate $ 658,413     $ 2,762,221     $ 365,181     $ 63,593     $ 3,849,408  
    Variable rate   9,054,583       10,843       67             9,065,493  
    Total commercial real estate $ 9,712,996     $ 2,773,064     $ 365,248     $ 63,593     $ 12,914,901  
    Home equity                  
    Fixed rate $ 8,881     $ 838     $     $ 17     $ 9,736  
    Variable rate   445,947                         445,947  
    Total home equity $ 454,828     $ 838     $     $ 17     $ 455,683  
    Residential real estate                  
    Fixed rate $ 13,336     $ 4,473     $ 74,883     $ 1,055,143     $ 1,147,835  
    Variable rate   97,815       623,879       1,815,630             2,537,324  
    Total residential real estate $ 111,151     $ 628,352     $ 1,890,513     $ 1,055,143     $ 3,685,159  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty                  
    Fixed rate $ 7,135,963     $ 103,899     $     $     $ 7,239,862  
    Variable rate                            
    Total premium finance receivables – property & casualty $ 7,135,963     $ 103,899     $     $     $ 7,239,862  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance                  
    Fixed rate $ 350,802     $ 207,832     $ 4,000     $ 4,248     $ 566,882  
    Variable rate   7,798,258                         7,798,258  
    Total premium finance receivables – life insurance $ 8,149,060     $ 207,832     $ 4,000     $ 4,248     $ 8,365,140  
    Consumer and other                  
    Fixed rate $ 44,731     $ 7,937     $ 883     $ 914     $ 54,465  
    Variable rate   61,854                         61,854  
    Total consumer and other $ 106,585     $ 7,937     $ 883     $ 914     $ 116,319  
                       
    Total per category                  
    Fixed rate $ 8,617,862     $ 6,687,371     $ 2,567,510     $ 1,144,359     $ 19,017,102  
    Variable rate   27,240,166       635,425       1,815,697             29,691,288  
    Total loans, net of unearned income $ 35,858,028     $ 7,322,796     $ 4,383,207     $ 1,144,359     $ 48,708,390  
    Less: Existing cash flow hedging derivatives (1)   (6,700,000 )                
    Total loans repricing or maturing in one year or less, adjusted for cash flow hedging activity $ 29,158,028                  
                       
    Variable Rate Loan Pricing by Index:                  
    SOFR tenors (2)                 $ 18,328,835  
    12- month CMT (3)                   6,722,305  
    Prime                   3,420,624  
    Fed Funds                   819,437  
    Other U.S. Treasury tenors                   190,187  
    Other                   209,900  
    Total variable rate                 $ 29,691,288  

    (1)   Excludes cash flow hedges with future effective starting dates.
    (2)   SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate.
    (3)   CMT – Constant Maturity Treasury Rate.

    Graph available at the following link: http://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/bebf97a7-5d4d-430d-a436-ae832412a4db

    Source: Bloomberg

    As noted in the table on the previous page, the majority of the Company’s portfolio is tied to SOFR and CMT indices which, as shown in the table above, do not mirror the same changes as the Prime rate, which has historically moved when the Federal Reserve raises or lowers interest rates. Specifically, the Company has variable rate loans of $15.4 billion tied to one-month SOFR and $6.7 billion tied to twelve-month CMT. The above chart shows:

        Basis Point (bp) Change in
        1-month
    SOFR
      12- month CMT   Prime  
    First Quarter 2025   (1 ) bps (13 ) bps 0   bps
    Fourth Quarter 2024   (52 )   18     (50 )  
    Third Quarter 2024   (49 )   (111 )   (50 )  
    Second Quarter 2024   1     6     0    
    First Quarter 2024   (2 )   24     0    

    TABLE 9: ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES

        Three Months Ended
        Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (Dollars in thousands)     2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Allowance for credit losses at beginning of period   $ 437,060     $ 436,193     $ 437,560     $ 427,504     $ 427,612  
    Provision for credit losses – Other     23,963       16,979       6,787       40,061       21,673  
    Provision for credit losses – Day 1 on non-PCD assets acquired during the period                 15,547              
    Initial allowance for credit losses recognized on PCD assets acquired during the period                 3,004              
    Other adjustments     4       (187 )     30       (19 )     (31 )
    Charge-offs:                    
    Commercial     9,722       5,090       22,975       9,584       11,215  
    Commercial real estate     454       1,037       95       15,526       5,469  
    Home equity                             74  
    Residential real estate           114             23       38  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty     7,114       13,301       7,790       9,486       6,938  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance     12             4              
    Consumer and other     147       189       154       137       107  
    Total charge-offs     17,449       19,731       31,018       34,756       23,841  
    Recoveries:                    
    Commercial     929       775       649       950       479  
    Commercial real estate     12       172       30       90       31  
    Home equity     216       194       101       35       29  
    Residential real estate     136       0       5       8       2  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty     3,487       2,646       3,436       3,658       1,519  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance                 41       5       8  
    Consumer and other     29       19       21       24       23  
    Total recoveries     4,809       3,806       4,283       4,770       2,091  
    Net charge-offs     (12,640 )     (15,925 )     (26,735 )     (29,986 )     (21,750 )
    Allowance for credit losses at period end   $ 448,387     $ 437,060     $ 436,193     $ 437,560     $ 427,504  
                         
    Annualized net charge-offs (recoveries) by category as a percentage of its own respective category’s average:
    Commercial     0.23 %     0.11 %     0.61 %     0.25 %     0.33 %
    Commercial real estate     0.01       0.03       0.00       0.53       0.19  
    Home equity     (0.20 )     (0.18 )     (0.10 )     (0.04 )     0.05  
    Residential real estate     (0.02 )     0.01       0.00       0.00       0.01  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty     0.20       0.59       0.24       0.33       0.32  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance     0.00             (0.00 )     (0.00 )     (0.00 )
    Consumer and other     0.45       0.63       0.63       0.56       0.42  
    Total loans, net of unearned income     0.11 %     0.13 %     0.23 %     0.28 %     0.21 %
                         
    Loans at period end   $ 48,708,390     $ 48,055,037     $ 47,067,447     $ 44,675,531     $ 43,230,706  
    Allowance for loan losses as a percentage of loans at period end     0.78 %     0.76 %     0.77 %     0.81 %     0.81 %
    Allowance for loan and unfunded lending-related commitment losses as a percentage of loans at period end     0.92       0.91       0.93       0.98       0.99  

    PCD – Purchase Credit Deteriorated


    TABLE 10
    : ALLOWANCE AND PROVISION FOR CREDIT LOSSES BY COMPONENT

        Three Months Ended
        Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (In thousands)     2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Provision for loan losses – Other   $ 26,826     $ 19,852     $ 6,782     $ 45,111     $ 26,159  
    Provision for credit losses – Day 1 on non-PCD assets acquired during the period                 15,547              
    Provision for unfunded lending-related commitments losses – Other     (2,852 )     (2,851 )     17       (5,212 )     (4,468 )
    Provision for held-to-maturity securities losses     (11 )     (22 )     (12 )     162       (18 )
    Provision for credit losses   $ 23,963     $ 16,979     $ 22,334     $ 40,061     $ 21,673  
                         
    Allowance for loan losses   $ 378,207     $ 364,017     $ 360,279     $ 363,719     $ 348,612  
    Allowance for unfunded lending-related commitments losses     69,734       72,586       75,435       73,350       78,563  
    Allowance for loan losses and unfunded lending-related commitments losses     447,941       436,603       435,714       437,069       427,175  
    Allowance for held-to-maturity securities losses     446       457       479       491       329  
    Allowance for credit losses   $ 448,387     $ 437,060     $ 436,193     $ 437,560     $ 427,504  

    PCD – Purchase Credit Deteriorated 


    TABLE 11: ALLOWANCE BY LOAN PORTFOLIO

    The table below summarizes the calculation of allowance for loan losses and allowance for unfunded lending-related commitments losses for the Company’s loan portfolios as well as core and niche portfolios, as of March 31, 2025, December 31, 2024 and September 30, 2024.

      As of Mar 31, 2025 As of Dec 31, 2024 As of Sep 30, 2024
    (Dollars in thousands) Recorded
    Investment
      Calculated
    Allowance
      % of its
    category’s balance
    Recorded
    Investment
      Calculated
    Allowance
      % of its
    category’s balance
    Recorded
    Investment
      Calculated
    Allowance
      % of its
    category’s balance
    Commercial:                              
    Commercial, industrial and other $ 15,931,326   $ 201,183   1.26 % $ 15,574,551   $ 175,837   1.13 % $ 15,247,693   $ 171,598   1.13 %
    Commercial real estate:                              
    Construction and development   2,448,881     71,388   2.92     2,434,081     87,236   3.58     2,403,690     97,949   4.07  
    Non-construction   10,466,020     138,622   1.32     10,469,863     135,620   1.30     10,389,727     133,195   1.28  
    Total commercial real estate $ 12,914,901   $ 210,010   1.63 % $ 12,903,944   $ 222,856   1.73 % $ 12,793,417   $ 231,144   1.81 %
    Total commercial and commercial real estate $ 28,846,227   $ 411,193   1.43 % $ 28,478,495   $ 398,693   1.40 % $ 28,041,110   $ 402,742   1.44 %
    Home equity   455,683     9,139   2.01     445,028     8,943   2.01     427,043     8,823   2.07  
    Residential real estate   3,685,159     10,652   0.29     3,612,765     10,335   0.29     3,388,038     9,745   0.29  
    Premium finance receivables                              
    Property and casualty insurance   7,239,862     15,310   0.21     7,272,042     17,111   0.24     7,131,681     13,045   0.18  
    Life insurance   8,365,140     729   0.01     8,147,145     709   0.01     7,996,899     698   0.01  
    Consumer and other   116,319     918   0.79     99,562     812   0.82     82,676     661   0.80  
    Total loans, net of unearned income $ 48,708,390   $ 447,941   0.92 % $ 48,055,037   $ 436,603   0.91 % $ 47,067,447   $ 435,714   0.93 %
                                   
    Total core loans (1) $ 29,108,500   $ 397,664   1.37 % $ 28,804,138   $ 392,319   1.36 % $ 28,363,712   $ 396,394   1.40 %
    Total niche loans (1)   19,599,890     50,277   0.26     19,250,899     44,284   0.23     18,703,735     39,320   0.21  

    (1)   See Table 1 for additional detail on core and niche loans.


    TABLE 12
    : LOAN PORTFOLIO AGING

    (In thousands)   Mar 31, 2025   Dec 31, 2024   Sep 30, 2024   Jun 30, 2024   Mar 31, 2024
    Loan Balances:                    
    Commercial                    
    Nonaccrual   $ 70,560     $ 73,490     $ 63,826     $ 51,087     $ 31,740  
    90+ days and still accruing     46       104       20       304       27  
    60-89 days past due     15,243       54,844       32,560       16,485       30,248  
    30-59 days past due     97,397       92,551       46,057       36,358       77,715  
    Current     15,748,080       15,353,562       15,105,230       14,050,228       13,363,751  
    Total commercial   $ 15,931,326     $ 15,574,551     $ 15,247,693     $ 14,154,462     $ 13,503,481  
    Commercial real estate                    
    Nonaccrual   $ 26,187     $ 21,042     $ 42,071     $ 48,289     $ 39,262  
    90+ days and still accruing                 225              
    60-89 days past due     6,995       10,521       13,439       6,555       16,713  
    30-59 days past due     83,653       30,766       48,346       38,065       32,998  
    Current     12,798,066       12,841,615       12,689,336       11,854,288       11,544,464  
    Total commercial real estate   $ 12,914,901     $ 12,903,944     $ 12,793,417     $ 11,947,197     $ 11,633,437  
    Home equity                    
    Nonaccrual   $ 2,070     $ 1,117     $ 1,122     $ 1,100     $ 838  
    90+ days and still accruing                              
    60-89 days past due     984       1,233       1,035       275       212  
    30-59 days past due     3,403       2,148       2,580       1,229       1,617  
    Current     449,226       440,530       422,306       353,709       337,682  
    Total home equity   $ 455,683     $ 445,028     $ 427,043     $ 356,313     $ 340,349  
    Residential real estate                    
    Early buy-out loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies (1)   $ 123,742     $ 156,756     $ 135,389     $ 134,178     $ 143,350  
    Nonaccrual     22,522       23,762       17,959       18,198       17,901  
    90+ days and still accruing                              
    60-89 days past due     1,351       5,708       6,364       1,977        
    30-59 days past due     38,943       18,917       2,160       130       24,523  
    Current     3,498,601       3,407,622       3,226,166       2,912,852       2,704,492  
    Total residential real estate   $ 3,685,159     $ 3,612,765     $ 3,388,038     $ 3,067,335     $ 2,890,266  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty                    
    Nonaccrual   $ 29,846     $ 28,797     $ 36,079     $ 32,722     $ 32,648  
    90+ days and still accruing     18,081       16,031       18,235       22,427       25,877  
    60-89 days past due     19,717       19,042       18,740       29,925       15,274  
    30-59 days past due     39,459       68,219       30,204       45,927       59,729  
    Current     7,132,759       7,139,953       7,028,423       6,969,752       6,806,491  
    Total Premium finance receivables – property & casualty   $ 7,239,862     $ 7,272,042     $ 7,131,681     $ 7,100,753     $ 6,940,019  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance                    
    Nonaccrual   $     $ 6,431     $     $     $  
    90+ days and still accruing     2,962                          
    60-89 days past due     10,587       72,963       10,902       4,118       32,482  
    30-59 days past due     29,924       36,405       74,432       17,693       100,137  
    Current     8,321,667       8,031,346       7,911,565       7,940,304       7,739,414  
    Total Premium finance receivables – life insurance   $ 8,365,140     $ 8,147,145     $ 7,996,899     $ 7,962,115     $ 7,872,033  
    Consumer and other                    
    Nonaccrual   $ 18     $ 2     $ 2     $ 3     $ 19  
    90+ days and still accruing     98       47       148       121       47  
    60-89 days past due     162       59       22       81       16  
    30-59 days past due     542       882       264       366       210  
    Current     115,499       98,572       82,240       86,785       50,829  
    Total consumer and other   $ 116,319     $ 99,562     $ 82,676     $ 87,356     $ 51,121  
    Total loans, net of unearned income                    
    Early buy-out loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies (1)   $ 123,742     $ 156,756     $ 135,389     $ 134,178     $ 143,350  
    Nonaccrual     151,203       154,641       161,059       151,399       122,408  
    90+ days and still accruing     21,187       16,182       18,628       22,852       25,951  
    60-89 days past due     55,039       164,370       83,062       59,416       94,945  
    30-59 days past due     293,321       249,888       204,043       139,768       296,929  
    Current     48,063,898       47,313,200       46,465,266       44,167,918       42,547,123  
    Total loans, net of unearned income   $ 48,708,390     $ 48,055,037     $ 47,067,447     $ 44,675,531     $ 43,230,706  

    (1)   Early buy-out loans are insured or guaranteed by the Federal Housing Administration or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, subject to indemnifications and insurance limits for certain loans.


    TABLE 13:
    NON-PERFORMING ASSETS(1)

      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (Dollars in thousands)   2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Loans past due greater than 90 days and still accruing:                  
    Commercial $ 46     $ 104     $ 20     $ 304     $ 27  
    Commercial real estate               225              
    Home equity                            
    Residential real estate                            
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty   18,081       16,031       18,235       22,427       25,877  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance   2,962                          
    Consumer and other   98       47       148       121       47  
    Total loans past due greater than 90 days and still accruing   21,187       16,182       18,628       22,852       25,951  
    Non-accrual loans:                  
    Commercial   70,560       73,490       63,826       51,087       31,740  
    Commercial real estate   26,187       21,042       42,071       48,289       39,262  
    Home equity   2,070       1,117       1,122       1,100       838  
    Residential real estate   22,522       23,762       17,959       18,198       17,901  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty   29,846       28,797       36,079       32,722       32,648  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance         6,431                    
    Consumer and other   18       2       2       3       19  
    Total non-accrual loans   151,203       154,641       161,059       151,399       122,408  
    Total non-performing loans:                  
    Commercial   70,606       73,594       63,846       51,391       31,767  
    Commercial real estate   26,187       21,042       42,296       48,289       39,262  
    Home equity   2,070       1,117       1,122       1,100       838  
    Residential real estate   22,522       23,762       17,959       18,198       17,901  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty   47,927       44,828       54,314       55,149       58,525  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance   2,962       6,431                    
    Consumer and other   116       49       150       124       66  
    Total non-performing loans $ 172,390     $ 170,823     $ 179,687     $ 174,251     $ 148,359  
    Other real estate owned   22,625       23,116       13,682       19,731       14,538  
    Total non-performing assets $ 195,015     $ 193,939     $ 193,369     $ 193,982     $ 162,897  
    Total non-performing loans by category as a percent of its own respective category’s period-end balance:                  
    Commercial   0.44 %     0.47 %     0.42 %     0.36 %     0.24 %
    Commercial real estate   0.20       0.16       0.33       0.40       0.34  
    Home equity   0.45       0.25       0.26       0.31       0.25  
    Residential real estate   0.61       0.66       0.53       0.59       0.62  
    Premium finance receivables – property & casualty   0.66       0.62       0.76       0.78       0.84  
    Premium finance receivables – life insurance   0.04       0.08                    
    Consumer and other   0.10       0.05       0.18       0.14       0.13  
    Total loans, net of unearned income   0.35 %     0.36 %     0.38 %     0.39 %     0.34 %
    Total non-performing assets as a percentage of total assets   0.30 %     0.30 %     0.30 %     0.32 %     0.28 %
    Allowance for loan losses and unfunded lending-related commitments losses as a percentage of non-accrual loans   296.25 %     282.33 %     270.53 %     288.69 %     348.98 %
                       

    (1)   Excludes early buy-out loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies. Early buy-out loans are insured or guaranteed by the Federal Housing Administration or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, subject to indemnifications and insurance limits for certain loans.

    Non-performing Loans Rollforward, excluding early buy-out loans guaranteed by U.S. government agencies

      Three Months Ended
      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (In thousands)   2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
                       
    Balance at beginning of period $ 170,823     $ 179,687     $ 174,251     $ 148,359     $ 139,030  
    Additions from becoming non-performing in the respective period   27,721       30,931       42,335       54,376       23,142  
    Additions from assets acquired in the respective period               189              
    Return to performing status   (1,207 )     (1,108 )     (362 )     (912 )     (490 )
    Payments received   (15,965 )     (12,219 )     (10,894 )     (9,611 )     (8,336 )
    Transfer to OREO and other repossessed assets         (17,897 )     (3,680 )     (6,945 )     (1,381 )
    Charge-offs, net   (8,600 )     (5,612 )     (21,211 )     (7,673 )     (14,810 )
    Net change for premium finance receivables   (382 )     (2,959 )     (941 )     (3,343 )     11,204  
    Balance at end of period $ 172,390     $ 170,823     $ 179,687     $ 174,251     $ 148,359  


    Other Real Estate Owned

      Three Months Ended
      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (In thousands)   2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Balance at beginning of period $ 23,116     $ 13,682     $ 19,731     $ 14,538     $ 13,309  
    Disposals/resolved         (8,545 )     (9,729 )     (1,752 )      
    Transfers in at fair value, less costs to sell         17,979       3,680       6,945       1,436  
    Fair value adjustments   (491 )                       (207 )
    Balance at end of period $ 22,625     $ 23,116     $ 13,682     $ 19,731     $ 14,538  
                       
      Period End
      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    Balance by Property Type:   2025       2024       2024       2024       2024  
    Residential real estate $     $     $     $ 161     $ 1,146  
    Commercial real estate   22,625       23,116       13,682       19,570       13,392  
    Total $ 22,625     $ 23,116     $ 13,682     $ 19,731     $ 14,538  

    TABLE 14: NON-INTEREST INCOME

      Three Months Ended Q1 2025 compared to
    Q4 2024
    Q1 2025 compared to
    Q1 2024
      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (Dollars in thousands)   2025       2024       2024       2024       2024   $ Change   % Change $ Change   % Change
    Brokerage $ 4,757     $ 5,328     $ 6,139     $ 5,588     $ 5,556   $ (571 )   (11 )% $ (799 )   (14 )%
    Trust and asset management   29,285       33,447       31,085       29,825       29,259     (4,162 )   (12 )   26     0  
    Total wealth management   34,042       38,775       37,224       35,413       34,815     (4,733 )   (12 )   (773 )   (2 )
    Mortgage banking   20,529       20,452       15,974       29,124       27,663     77     0     (7,134 )   (26 )
    Service charges on deposit accounts   19,362       18,864       16,430       15,546       14,811     498     3     4,551     31  
    Gains (losses) on investment securities, net   3,196       (2,835 )     3,189       (4,282 )     1,326     6,031     NM   1,870     NM
    Fees from covered call options   3,446       2,305       988       2,056       4,847     1,141     50     (1,401 )   (29 )
    Trading (losses) gains, net   (64 )     (113 )     (130 )     70       677     49     (43 )   (741 )   NM
    Operating lease income, net   15,287       15,327       15,335       13,938       14,110     (40 )   (0 )   1,177     8  
    Other:                              
    Interest rate swap fees   2,269       3,360       2,914       3,392       2,828     (1,091 )   (32 )   (559 )   (20 )
    BOLI   796       1,236       1,517       1,351       1,651     (440 )   (36 )   (855 )   (52 )
    Administrative services   1,393       1,347       1,450       1,322       1,217     46     3     176     14  
    Foreign currency remeasurement (losses) gains   (183 )     (682 )     696       (145 )     (1,171 )   499     (73 )   988     (84 )
    Changes in fair value on EBOs and loans held-for-investment   383       129       518       604       (439 )   254     NM   822     NM
    Early pay-offs of capital leases   768       514       532       393       430     254     49     338     79  
    Miscellaneous   15,410       14,772       16,510       22,365       37,815     638     4     (22,405 )   (59 )
    Total Other   20,836       20,676       24,137       29,282       42,331     160     1     (21,495 )   (51 )
    Total Non-Interest Income $ 116,634     $ 113,451     $ 113,147     $ 121,147     $ 140,580   $ 3,183     3 % $ (23,946 )   (17 )%

    NM – Not meaningful.
    BOLI- Bank-owned life insurance.
    EBO- Early buy-out.


    TABLE 15: MORTGAGE BANKING

      Three Months Ended
    (Dollars in thousands) Mar 31,
    2025
      Dec 31,
    2024
      Sep 30,
    2024
      Jun 30,
    2024
      Mar 31,
    2024
    Originations:                  
    Retail originations $ 348,468     $ 483,424     $ 527,408     $ 544,394     $ 331,504  
    Veterans First originations   111,985       176,914       239,369       177,792       144,109  
    Total originations for sale (A) $ 460,453     $ 660,338     $ 766,777     $ 722,186     $ 475,613  
    Originations for investment   217,177       355,119       218,984       275,331       169,246  
    Total originations $ 677,630     $ 1,015,457     $ 985,761     $ 997,517     $ 644,859  
    As a percentage of originations for sale:                  
    Retail originations   76 %     73 %     69 %     75 %     70 %
    Veterans First originations   24       27       31       25       30  
    Purchases   77 %     65 %     72 %     83 %     75 %
    Refinances   23       35       28       17       25  
    Production Margin:                  
    Production revenue (B) (1) $ 9,941     $ 6,993     $ 13,113     $ 14,990     $ 13,435  
    Total originations for sale (A) $ 460,453     $ 660,338     $ 766,777     $ 722,186     $ 475,613  
    Add: Current period end mandatory interest rate lock commitments to fund originations for sale (2)   197,297       103,946       272,072       222,738       207,775  
    Less: Prior period end mandatory interest rate lock commitments to fund originations for sale (2)   103,946       272,072       222,738       207,775       119,624  
    Total mortgage production volume (C) $ 553,804     $ 492,212     $ 816,111     $ 737,149     $ 563,764  
    Production margin (B / C)   1.80 %     1.42 %     1.61 %     2.03 %     2.38 %
    Mortgage Servicing:                  
    Loans serviced for others (D) $ 12,402,352     $ 12,400,913     $ 12,253,361     $ 12,211,027     $ 12,051,392  
    Mortgage Servicing Rights (“MSR”), at fair value (E)   196,307       203,788       186,308       204,610       201,044  
    Percentage of MSRs to loans serviced for others (E / D)   1.58 %     1.64 %     1.52 %     1.68 %     1.67 %
    Servicing income $ 10,611     $ 10,731     $ 10,809     $ 10,586     $ 10,498  
    MSR Fair Value Asset Activity                  
    MSR – FV at Beginning of Period $ 203,788     $ 186,308     $ 204,610     $ 201,044     $ 192,456  
    MSR – current period capitalization   4,669       10,010       6,357       8,223       5,379  
    MSR – collection of expected cash flows – paydowns   (1,590 )     (1,463 )     (1,598 )     (1,504 )     (1,444 )
    MSR – collection of expected cash flows – payoffs and repurchases   (3,046 )     (4,315 )     (5,730 )     (4,030 )     (2,942 )
    MSR – changes in fair value model assumptions   (7,514 )     13,248       (17,331 )     877       7,595  
    MSR Fair Value at end of period $ 196,307     $ 203,788     $ 186,308     $ 204,610     $ 201,044  
    Summary of Mortgage Banking Revenue:                
    Operational:                  
    Production revenue (1) $ 9,941     $ 6,993     $ 13,113     $ 14,990     $ 13,435  
    MSR – Current period capitalization   4,669       10,010       6,357       8,223       5,379  
    MSR – Collection of expected cash flows – paydowns   (1,590 )     (1,463 )     (1,598 )     (1,504 )     (1,444 )
    MSR – Collection of expected cash flows – pay offs   (3,046 )     (4,315 )     (5,730 )     (4,030 )     (2,942 )
    Servicing Income   10,611       10,731       10,809       10,586       10,498  
    Other Revenue   (172 )     (51 )     (67 )     112       (91 )
    Total operational mortgage banking revenue $ 20,413     $ 21,905     $ 22,884     $ 28,377     $ 24,835  
    Fair Value:                  
    MSR – changes in fair value model assumptions $ (7,514 )   $ 13,248     $ (17,331 )   $ 877     $ 7,595  
    Gain (loss) on derivative contract held as an economic hedge, net   4,897       (11,452 )     6,892       (772 )     (2,577 )
    Changes in FV on early buy-out loans guaranteed by US Govt (HFS)   2,733       (3,249 )     3,529       642       (2,190 )
    Total fair value mortgage banking revenue $ 116     $ (1,453 )   $ (6,910 )   $ 747     $ 2,828  
    Total mortgage banking revenue $ 20,529     $ 20,452     $ 15,974     $ 29,124     $ 27,663  

    (1)   Production revenue represents revenue earned from the origination and subsequent sale of mortgages, including gains on loans sold and fees from originations, changes in other related financial instruments carried at fair value, processing and other related activities, and excludes servicing fees, changes in the fair value of servicing rights and changes to the mortgage recourse obligation and other non-production revenue.
    (2)   Certain volume adjusted for the estimated pull-through rate of the loan, which represents the Company’s best estimate of the likelihood that a committed loan will ultimately fund.


    TABLE 16
    : NON-INTEREST EXPENSE

      Three Months Ended Q1 2025 compared to
    Q4 2024
    Q1 2025 compared to
    Q1 2024
      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (Dollars in thousands)   2025       2024       2024       2024       2024   $ Change   % Change $ Change   % Change
    Salaries and employee benefits:                              
    Salaries $ 123,917     $ 120,969     $ 118,971     $ 113,860     $ 112,172   $ 2,948     2 % $ 11,745     10 %
    Commissions and incentive compensation   52,536       54,792       57,575       52,151       51,001     (2,256 )   (4 )   1,535     3  
    Benefits   35,073       36,372       34,715       32,530       32,000     (1,299 )   (4 )   3,073     10  
    Total salaries and employee benefits   211,526       212,133       211,261       198,541       195,173     (607 )   (0 )   16,353     8  
    Software and equipment   34,717       34,258       31,574       29,231       27,731     459     1     6,986     25  
    Operating lease equipment   10,471       10,263       10,518       10,834       10,683     208     2     (212 )   (2 )
    Occupancy, net   20,778       20,597       19,945       19,585       19,086     181     1     1,692     9  
    Data processing   11,274       10,957       9,984       9,503       9,292     317     3     1,982     21  
    Advertising and marketing   12,272       13,097       18,239       17,436       13,040     (825 )   (6 )   (768 )   (6 )
    Professional fees   9,044       11,334       9,783       9,967       9,553     (2,290 )   (20 )   (509 )   (5 )
    Amortization of other acquisition-related intangible assets   5,618       5,773       4,042       1,122       1,158     (155 )   (3 )   4,460     NM
    FDIC insurance   10,926       10,640       10,512       10,429       9,381     286     3     1,545     16  
    FDIC insurance – special assessment                           5,156             (5,156 )   (100 )
    OREO expense, net   643       397       (938 )     (259 )     392     246     62     251     64  
    Other:                              
    Lending expenses, net of deferred origination costs   5,866       6,448       4,995       5,335       5,078     (582 )   (9 )   788     16  
    Travel and entertainment   5,270       8,140       5,364       5,340       4,597     (2,870 )   (35 )   673     15  
    Miscellaneous   27,685       24,502       25,408       23,289       22,825     3,183     13     4,860     21  
    Total other   38,821       39,090       35,767       33,964       32,500     (269 )   (1 )   6,321     19  
    Total Non-Interest Expense $ 366,090     $ 368,539     $ 360,687     $ 340,353     $ 333,145   $ (2,449 )   (1 )% $ 32,945     10 %

    NM – Not meaningful.


    TABLE 17: SUPPLEMENTAL NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES/RATIOS

    The accounting and reporting policies of Wintrust conform to generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) in the United States and prevailing practices in the banking industry. However, certain non-GAAP performance measures and ratios are used by management to evaluate and measure the Company’s performance. These include taxable-equivalent net interest income (including its individual components), taxable-equivalent net interest margin (including its individual components), the taxable-equivalent efficiency ratio, tangible common equity ratio, tangible book value per common share, return on average tangible common equity, and pre-tax income, excluding provision for credit losses. Management believes that these measures and ratios provide users of the Company’s financial information a more meaningful view of the performance of the Company’s interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities and of the Company’s operating efficiency. Other financial holding companies may define or calculate these measures and ratios differently.

    Management reviews yields on certain asset categories and the net interest margin of the Company and its banking subsidiaries on a fully taxable-equivalent basis (“FTE”). In this non-GAAP presentation, net interest income is adjusted to reflect tax-exempt interest income on an equivalent before-tax basis using tax rates effective as of the end of the period. This measure ensures comparability of net interest income arising from both taxable and tax-exempt sources. Net interest income on a FTE basis is also used in the calculation of the Company’s efficiency ratio. The efficiency ratio, which is calculated by dividing non-interest expense by total taxable-equivalent net revenue (less securities gains or losses), measures how much it costs to produce one dollar of revenue. Securities gains or losses are excluded from this calculation to better match revenue from daily operations to operational expenses. Management considers the tangible common equity ratio and tangible book value per common share as useful measurements of the Company’s equity. The Company references the return on average tangible common equity as a measurement of profitability. Management considers pre-tax income, excluding provision for credit losses, as a useful measurement of the Company’s core net income.

      Three Months Ended
      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (Dollars and shares in thousands) 2025   2024   2024   2024   2024
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Net Interest Margin and Efficiency Ratio:
    (A) Interest Income (GAAP) $ 886,965     $ 913,501     $ 908,604     $ 849,979     $ 805,513  
    Taxable-equivalent adjustment:                  
    – Loans   2,206       2,352       2,474       2,305       2,246  
    – Liquidity Management Assets   690       716       668       567       550  
    – Other Earning Assets   3       2       2       3       5  
    (B) Interest Income (non-GAAP) $ 889,864     $ 916,571     $ 911,748     $ 852,854     $ 808,314  
    (C) Interest Expense (GAAP)   360,491       388,353       406,021       379,369       341,319  
    (D) Net Interest Income (GAAP) (A minus C) $ 526,474     $ 525,148     $ 502,583     $ 470,610     $ 464,194  
    (E) Net Interest Income (non-GAAP) (B minus C) $ 529,373     $ 528,218     $ 505,727     $ 473,485     $ 466,995  
    Net interest margin (GAAP)   3.54 %     3.49 %     3.49 %     3.50 %     3.57 %
    Net interest margin, fully taxable-equivalent (non-GAAP)   3.56       3.51       3.51       3.52       3.59  
    (F) Non-interest income $ 116,634     $ 113,451     $ 113,147     $ 121,147     $ 140,580  
    (G) Gains (losses) on investment securities, net   3,196       (2,835 )     3,189       (4,282 )     1,326  
    (H) Non-interest expense   366,090       368,539       360,687       340,353       333,145  
    Efficiency ratio (H/(D+F-G))   57.21 %     57.46 %     58.88 %     57.10 %     55.21 %
    Efficiency ratio (non-GAAP) (H/(E+F-G))   56.95       57.18       58.58       56.83       54.95  
      Three Months Ended
      Mar 31,   Dec 31,   Sep 30,   Jun 30,   Mar 31,
    (Dollars and shares in thousands) 2025   2024   2024   2024   2024
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Tangible Common Equity Ratio:
    Total shareholders’ equity (GAAP) $ 6,600,537     $ 6,344,297     $ 6,399,714     $ 5,536,628     $ 5,436,400  
    Less: Non-convertible preferred stock (GAAP)   (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )
    Less: Intangible assets (GAAP)   (913,004 )     (918,632 )     (924,646 )     (676,562 )     (677,911 )
    (I) Total tangible common shareholders’ equity (non-GAAP) $ 5,275,033     $ 5,013,165     $ 5,062,568     $ 4,447,566     $ 4,345,989  
    (J) Total assets (GAAP) $ 65,870,066     $ 64,879,668     $ 63,788,424     $ 59,781,516     $ 57,576,933  
    Less: Intangible assets (GAAP)   (913,004 )     (918,632 )     (924,646 )     (676,562 )     (677,911 )
    (K) Total tangible assets (non-GAAP) $ 64,957,062     $ 63,961,036     $ 62,863,778     $ 59,104,954     $ 56,899,022  
    Common equity to assets ratio (GAAP) (L/J)   9.4 %     9.1 %     9.4 %     8.6 %     8.7 %
    Tangible common equity ratio (non-GAAP) (I/K)   8.1       7.8       8.1       7.5       7.6  
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Tangible Book Value per Common Share:
    Total shareholders’ equity $ 6,600,537     $ 6,344,297     $ 6,399,714     $ 5,536,628     $ 5,436,400  
    Less: Preferred stock   (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )
    (L) Total common equity $ 6,188,037     $ 5,931,797     $ 5,987,214     $ 5,124,128     $ 5,023,900  
    (M) Actual common shares outstanding   66,919       66,495       66,482       61,760       61,737  
    Book value per common share (L/M) $ 92.47     $ 89.21     $ 90.06     $ 82.97     $ 81.38  
    Tangible book value per common share (non-GAAP) (I/M)   78.83       75.39       76.15       72.01       70.40  
                       
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Return on Average Tangible Common Equity:
    (N) Net income applicable to common shares $ 182,048     $ 178,371     $ 163,010     $ 145,397     $ 180,303  
    Add: Intangible asset amortization   5,618       5,773       4,042       1,122       1,158  
    Less: Tax effect of intangible asset amortization   (1,421 )     (1,547 )     (1,087 )     (311 )     (291 )
    After-tax intangible asset amortization $ 4,197     $ 4,226     $ 2,955     $ 811     $ 867  
    (O) Tangible net income applicable to common shares (non-GAAP) $ 186,245     $ 182,597     $ 165,965     $ 146,208     $ 181,170  
    Total average shareholders’ equity $ 6,460,941     $ 6,418,403     $ 5,990,429     $ 5,450,173     $ 5,440,457  
    Less: Average preferred stock   (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )     (412,500 )
    (P) Total average common shareholders’ equity $ 6,048,441     $ 6,005,903     $ 5,577,929     $ 5,037,673     $ 5,027,957  
    Less: Average intangible assets   (916,069 )     (921,438 )     (833,574 )     (677,207 )     (678,731 )
    (Q) Total average tangible common shareholders’ equity (non-GAAP) $ 5,132,372     $ 5,084,465     $ 4,744,355     $ 4,360,466     $ 4,349,226  
    Return on average common equity, annualized (N/P)   12.21 %     11.82 %     11.63 %     11.61 %     14.42 %
    Return on average tangible common equity, annualized (non-GAAP) (O/Q)   14.72       14.29       13.92       13.49       16.75  
                       
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Pre-Tax, Pre-Provision Income:    
    Income before taxes $ 253,055     $ 253,081     $ 232,709     $ 211,343     $ 249,956  
    Add: Provision for credit losses   23,963       16,979       22,334       40,061       21,673  
    Pre-tax income, excluding provision for credit losses (non-GAAP) $ 277,018     $ 270,060     $ 255,043     $ 251,404     $ 271,629  

    WINTRUST SUBSIDIARIES

    Wintrust is a financial holding company whose common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (Nasdaq: WTFC) that operates bank retail locations in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. Its 16 community bank subsidiaries are: Barrington Bank & Trust Company, N.A., Beverly Bank & Trust Company, N.A., Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company, N.A., Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company, N.A., Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A., Libertyville Bank & Trust Company, N.A., Macatawa Bank, N.A., Northbrook Bank & Trust Company, N.A., Old Plank Trail Community Bank, N.A., Schaumburg Bank & Trust Company, N.A., St. Charles Bank & Trust Company, N.A., State Bank of The Lakes, N.A., Town Bank, N.A., Village Bank & Trust, N.A., Wheaton Bank & Trust Company, N.A., and Wintrust Bank, N.A.

    Additionally, the Company operates various non-bank businesses:

    • FIRST Insurance Funding and Wintrust Life Finance, each a division of Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A., serve commercial and life insurance loan customers, respectively, throughout the United States.
    • First Insurance Funding of Canada serves commercial insurance loan customers throughout Canada.
    • Tricom, Inc. of Milwaukee provides high-yielding, short-term accounts receivable financing and value-added out-sourced administrative services, such as data processing of payrolls, billing and cash management services, to temporary staffing service clients located throughout the United States.
    • Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank & Trust Company, N.A., engages primarily in the origination and purchase of residential mortgages for sale into the secondary market through origination offices located throughout the United States. Loans are also originated nationwide through relationships with wholesale and correspondent offices.
    • Wintrust Investments, LLC is a broker-dealer providing a full range of private client and brokerage services to clients and correspondent banks located primarily in the Midwest.
    • Great Lakes Advisors LLC provides money management services and advisory services to individual accounts.
    • Wintrust Private Trust Company, N.A., a trust subsidiary, allows Wintrust to service customers’ trust and investment needs at each banking location.
    • Wintrust Asset Finance offers direct leasing opportunities.
    • CDEC provides Qualified Intermediary services (as defined by U.S. Treasury regulations) for taxpayers seeking to structure tax-deferred like-kind exchanges under Internal Revenue Code Section 1031.

    FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

    This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Forward-looking information can be identified through the use of words such as “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “contemplate,” “possible,” “will,” “may,” “should,” “would” and “could.” Forward-looking statements and information are not historical facts, are premised on many factors and assumptions, and represent only management’s expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events. Similarly, these statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict, and which may include, but are not limited to, those listed below and the Risk Factors discussed under Item 1A of the Company’s 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K and in any of the Company’s subsequent SEC filings. The Company intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and is including this statement for purposes of invoking these safe harbor provisions. Such forward-looking statements may be deemed to include, among other things, statements relating to the Company’s future financial performance, the performance of its loan portfolio, the expected amount of future credit reserves and charge-offs, delinquency trends, growth plans, regulatory developments, securities that the Company may offer from time to time, and management’s long-term performance goals, as well as statements relating to the anticipated effects on the Company’s financial condition and results of operations from expected developments or events, the Company’s business and growth strategies, including future acquisitions of banks, specialty finance or wealth management businesses, internal growth and plans to form additional de novo banks or branch offices. Actual results could differ materially from those addressed in the forward-looking statements as a result of numerous factors, including the following:

    • economic conditions and events that affect the economy, housing prices, the job market and other factors that may adversely affect the Company’s liquidity and the performance of its loan portfolios, including an actual or threatened U.S. government debt default or rating downgrade, particularly in the markets in which it operates;
    • negative effects suffered by us or our customers resulting from changes in U.S. or international trade policies;
    • the extent of defaults and losses on the Company’s loan portfolio, which may require further increases in its allowance for credit losses;
    • estimates of fair value of certain of the Company’s assets and liabilities, which could change in value significantly from period to period;
    • the financial success and economic viability of the borrowers of our commercial loans;
    • commercial real estate market conditions in the Chicago metropolitan area and southern Wisconsin;
    • the extent of commercial and consumer delinquencies and declines in real estate values, which may require further increases in the Company’s allowance for credit losses;
    • inaccurate assumptions in our analytical and forecasting models used to manage our loan portfolio;
    • changes in the level and volatility of interest rates, the capital markets and other market indices that may affect, among other things, the Company’s liquidity and the value of its assets and liabilities;
    • the interest rate environment, including a prolonged period of low interest rates or rising interest rates, either broadly or for some types of instruments, which may affect the Company’s net interest income and net interest margin, and which could materially adversely affect the Company’s profitability;
    • competitive pressures in the financial services business which may affect the pricing of the Company’s loan and deposit products as well as its services (including wealth management services), which may result in loss of market share and reduced income from deposits, loans, advisory fees and income from other products;
    • failure to identify and complete favorable acquisitions in the future or unexpected losses, difficulties or developments related to the Company’s recent or future acquisitions;
    • unexpected difficulties and losses related to FDIC-assisted acquisitions;
    • harm to the Company’s reputation;
    • any negative perception of the Company’s financial strength;
    • ability of the Company to raise additional capital on acceptable terms when needed;
    • disruption in capital markets, which may lower fair values for the Company’s investment portfolio;
    • ability of the Company to use technology to provide products and services that will satisfy customer demands and create efficiencies in operations and to manage risks associated therewith;
    • failure or breaches of our security systems or infrastructure, or those of third parties;
    • security breaches, including denial of service attacks, hacking, social engineering attacks, malware intrusion and similar events or data corruption attempts and identity theft;
    • adverse effects on our information technology systems, or those of third parties, resulting from failures, human error or cyberattacks (including ransomware);
    • adverse effects of failures by our vendors to provide agreed upon services in the manner and at the cost agreed, particularly our information technology vendors;
    • increased costs as a result of protecting our customers from the impact of stolen debit card information;
    • accuracy and completeness of information the Company receives about customers and counterparties to make credit decisions;
    • ability of the Company to attract and retain senior management experienced in the banking and financial services industries;
    • environmental liability risk associated with lending activities;
    • the impact of any claims or legal actions to which the Company is subject, including any effect on our reputation;
    • losses incurred in connection with repurchases and indemnification payments related to mortgages and increases in reserves associated therewith;
    • the loss of customers as a result of technological changes allowing consumers to complete their financial transactions without the use of a bank;
    • the soundness of other financial institutions and the impact of recent failures of financial institutions, including broader financial institution liquidity risk and concerns;
    • the expenses and delayed returns inherent in opening new branches and de novo banks;
    • liabilities, potential customer loss or reputational harm related to closings of existing branches;
    • examinations and challenges by tax authorities, and any unanticipated impact of the Tax Act;
    • changes in accounting standards, rules and interpretations, and the impact on the Company’s financial statements;
    • the ability of the Company to receive dividends from its subsidiaries;
    • the impact of the Company’s transition from LIBOR to an alternative benchmark rate for current and future transactions;
    • a decrease in the Company’s capital ratios, including as a result of declines in the value of its loan portfolios, or otherwise;
    • legislative or regulatory changes, particularly changes in regulation of financial services companies and/or the products and services offered by financial services companies;
    • changes in laws, regulations, rules, standards and contractual obligations regarding data privacy and cybersecurity;
    • a lowering of our credit rating;
    • changes in U.S. monetary policy and changes to the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet, including changes in response to persistent inflation or otherwise;
    • regulatory restrictions upon our ability to market our products to consumers and limitations on our ability to profitably operate our mortgage business;
    • increased costs of compliance, heightened regulatory capital requirements and other risks associated with changes in regulation and the regulatory environment;
    • the impact of heightened capital requirements;
    • increases in the Company’s FDIC insurance premiums, or the collection of special assessments by the FDIC;
    • delinquencies or fraud with respect to the Company’s premium finance business;
    • credit downgrades among commercial and life insurance providers that could negatively affect the value of collateral securing the Company’s premium finance loans;
    • the Company’s ability to comply with covenants under its credit facility;
    • fluctuations in the stock market, which may have an adverse impact on the Company’s wealth management business and brokerage operation; and
    • widespread outages of operational, communication, or other systems, whether internal or provided by third parties, natural or other disasters (including acts of terrorism, armed hostilities and pandemics), and the effects of climate change.

    Therefore, there can be no assurances that future actual results will correspond to these forward-looking statements. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statement made by the Company. Any such statement speaks only as of the date the statement was made or as of such date that may be referenced within the statement. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect the impact of circumstances or events after the date of the press release. Persons are advised, however, to consult further disclosures management makes on related subjects in its reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its press releases.

    CONFERENCE CALL, WEBCAST AND REPLAY

    The Company will hold a conference call on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (CDT) regarding first quarter 2025 earnings results. Individuals interested in participating in the call by addressing questions to management should register for the call to receive the dial-in numbers and unique PIN at the Conference Call Link included within the Company’s press release dated March 31, 2025 available at the Investor Relations, Investor News and Events, Press Releases link on its website at https://www.wintrust.com. A separate simultaneous audio-only webcast link is included within the press release referenced above. Registration for and a replay of the audio-only webcast with an accompanying slide presentation will be available at https://www.wintrust.com, Investor Relations, Investor News and Events, Presentations & Conference Calls. The text of the first quarter 2025 earnings press release will also be available on the home page of the Company’s website at https://www.wintrust.com and at the Investor Relations, Investor News and Events, Press Releases link on its website.

    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
    Timothy S. Crane, President & Chief Executive Officer
    David A. Dykstra, Vice Chairman & Chief Operating Officer
    (847) 939-9000
    Web site address: www.wintrust.com

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI: TruGolf Reports 2024 Financial Results 

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Salt Lake City, Utah, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRUG), a leading provider of golf simulator software and hardware, announced today an overview of its 2024 results that were filed on Form 10-K on April 15, 2025. The Company reported record sales of $21.9 million, an increase of 6.2% percent as compared to 2023 sales. The gains were driven by continued enthusiastic market adoption of new hardware and software products launched earlier in 2024. Net losses narrowed by 14.5% to ($8.8) million for 2024, versus a net loss of ($10.3) million in 2023. Notably, 42% of the net loss for 2024 was due to non-cash expenses. EPS for the full year was ($0.76), a significant improvement from 2023’s ($857.35) loss per share. 

    Chief Executive Officer and Director Chris Jones said, “We are very pleased with our growing sales momentum for our upgraded and industry-leading golf simulators and software. Cost controls were effective and contributed to our greater cash generation in the second half of the year. We ended the year with $10.9 million in cash, and our debt went down. Interest in our franchise concept remains high and we anticipate announcing contracts for additional franchises in the United States throughout 2025. We now expect the first franchise locations to open by the end of the second quarter, with associated delivery of TruGolf simulators in the first half of 2025.”

    Mr. Jones continued, “2024 saw the rollout of our new, industry-leading golf simulator products that were eagerly accepted by the market. While 2024’s sales growth was somewhat hindered by select product availability, we expect to continue setting the standard in the world of virtual golf with further hardware and software innovations arriving in 2025.”

    Operations:

    Gross margin for 2024 improved to 66.7% as compared to 61.9% in 2023. 2024’s loss from operations was 75% lower at ($2.1) million as compared to ($8.7) million in 2023. 2024 operating expenses declined by 22% or $4.7 million. These improvements were driven by implementing better cost controls, reducing discretionary spending and achieving greater productivity through enhanced operational efficiencies.

    2024 SG&A expenses declined by 40%, or $4.4 million, in 2024 as compared to 2023. Non-cash stock compensation expense for the year was $658,000. Cash flow used in operations was $4.0 million in 2024, versus $6.1 million in 2023, an improvement of over 35%. TruGolf ended 2024 with $10.9 million in cash on the balance sheet.

    As previously disclosed, on October 2, 2024, the Company received a delist determination letter from the Listing Qualifications Department (the “Staff”) of the Nasdaq Stock Market (“Nasdaq”) related to its failure to maintain stockholders’ equity for continued listing. The Company has requested a hearing to appeal the delist determination, which has been scheduled for May 15, 2025.

    Disclaimer on Forward Looking Statements

    This news release contains certain statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements that are not of historical fact constitute “forward-looking statements” and accordingly, involve estimates, assumptions, forecasts, judgements and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, the timing of new franchise openings during 2025. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable as of the date made, expectations may prove to have been materially different from the results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The Company has attempted to identify forward-looking statements by terminology including ”believes,” ”estimates,” ”anticipates,” ”expects,” ”plans,” ”projects,” ”intends,” ”potential,” ”may,” ”could,” ”might,” ”will,” ”should,” ”approximately” or other words that convey uncertainty of future events or outcomes to identify these forward-looking statements. These statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors. Any forward-looking statements contained in this release speak only as of its date. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release to reflect events or circumstances occurring after its date or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. More detailed information about the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company is contained under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K filed with the SEC, which are available on the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov

    About TruGolf:

    Since 1983, TruGolf has been passionate about driving the golf industry with innovative indoor golf solutions. TruGolf builds products that capture the spirit of golf. TruGolf’s mission is to help grow the game by attempting to make it more Available, Approachable, and Affordable through technology – because TruGolf believes Golf is for Everyone. TruGolf’s team has built award-winning video games (“Links”), innovative hardware solutions, and an all-new e-sports platform to connect golfers around the world with E6 CONNECT. Since TruGolf’s beginning, TruGolf has continued to attempt to define and redefine what is possible with golf technology.

    Contact: Michael Bacal
                   mbacal@darrowir.com 
                   917-886-9071

    TRUGOLF HOLDINGS, INC
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

        December 31,     December 31,  
        2024     2023  
                 
    ASSETS                
                     
    Current Assets:                
    Cash and cash equivalents   $ 10,882,077     $ 3,297,564  
    Restricted cash           2,100,000  
    Marketable investment securities           2,478,953  
    Accounts receivable, net     1,399,153       2,398,872  
    Inventory, net     2,349,345       2,119,084  
    Prepaid expenses and other current assets     116,619       262,133  
    Other current assets     45,737        
    Total Current Assets     14,792,930       12,656,606  
                     
    Property and equipment, net     143,852       234,308  
    Capitalized software development costs, net     1,540,121        
    Right-of-use assets     634,269       972,663  
    Other long-term assets     31,023       1,905,983  
                     
    Total Assets   $ 17,142,195     $ 15,769,560  
                     
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT                
                     
    Current Liabilities:                
    Accounts payable   $ 2,819,702     $ 2,059,771  
    Deferred revenue     3,113,010       1,704,224  
    Notes payable, current portion     10,001       9,425  
    Notes payable to related parties, current portion     2,937,000       1,237,000  
    Line of credit, bank     802,738       802,738  
    Margin line of credit account           1,980,937  
    Convertible notes payable           954,622  
    Dividend notes payable     4,023,923        
    Derivative liability            
    Accrued interest     661,376       459,872  
    Accrued and other current liabilities     999,307       1,125,495  
    Accrued and other current liabilities – assumed in Merger     45,008        
    Lease liability, current portion     363,102       334,255  
    Total Current Liabilities     15,775,167       10,668,339  
                     
    Non-current Liabilities:                
    Notes payable, net of current portion     9,732       2,402,783  
    Note payables to related parties, net of current portion     624,000       861,000  
    PIPE loan payable, net     4,068,953        
    Dividend notes payable           4,023,923  
    Gross sales royalty payable     1,000,000       1,000,000  
    Lease liability, net of current portion     305,125       668,228  
    Other liabilities           63,015  
                     
    Total Liabilities     21,782,977       19,687,288  
                     
    Commitments and Contingencies                
                     
    Stockholders’ Deficit:                
    Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 10 million shares authorized; zero shares issued and outstanding, respectively            
    Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized:                
    Common stock – Series A, $0.0001 par value, 90 million shares authorized; 26,120,545 and 13,098 shares issued and outstanding, respectively     2,612       120  
    Common stock – Series B, $0.0001 par value, 10 million shares authorized; 1,716,860 and 1,716,860 shares issued and outstanding, respectively     172        
    Treasury stock at cost, 4,692 shares of common stock held, respectively     (2,037,000 )     (2,037,000 )
    Additional paid-in capital     18,548,931       10,479,738  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss           (1,662 )
    Accumulated deficit     (21,155,497 )     (12,358,924 )
          (4,640,782 )     (3,917,728 )
                     
    Total Stockholders’ Deficit     (4,640,782 )     (3,917,728 )
                     
    Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Deficit   $ 17,142,195     $ 15,769,560  


    TRUGOLF HOLDINGS, INC.

    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

        For the     For the  
        Year Ended     Year Ended  
        December 31, 2024     December 31, 2023  
                 
    Revenue, net   $ 21,858,864     $ 20,583,851  
    Cost of revenue     7,271,512       7,825,768  
    Total gross profit     14,587,352       12,758,083  
                     
    Operating expenses:                
    Royalties     706,214       709,640  
    Salaries, wages and benefits     9,314,415       9,681,323  
    Selling, general and administrative     6,669,684       11,027,332  
    Total operating expenses     16,690,313       21,418,295  
                     
    Loss from operations     (2,102,962 )     (8,660,212 )
                     
    Other (expenses) income:                
    Interest income     106,400       108,011  
    Interest expense     (6,932,618 )     (1,730,908 )
    Gain on fair value adjustment     142,319        
    Loss on extinguishment of debt     (270,594 )      
    Gain on investment     262,035        
    Total other expense     (6,692,458 )     (1,622,897 )
                     
    Loss from operations before provision for income taxes     (8,795,420 )     (10,283,109 )
                     
    Provision for income taxes            
    Net loss   $ (8,795,420 )   $ (10,283,109 )
                     
    Net loss per common share Series A – basic and diluted   $ (0.76 )   $ (857.35 )
                     
    Weighted average shares outstanding Series A – basic and diluted     11,634,761       11,994  

    TRUGOLF HOLDINGS, INC.

    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

        For the     For the  
        Year Ended     Year Ended  
        December 31, 2024     December 31, 2023  
                 
    Cash flows from operating activities:                
    Net loss   $ (8,795,420 )   $ (10,283,109 )
    Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:                
    Depreciation and amortization     607,415       58,641  
    Amortization of convertible notes original issue discount     728,278       97,111  
    Amortization of right-of-use asset     338,394       298,208  
    Change in fair value of derivative liability     142,319          
    Fair value of warrants in excess of fair value of debt           93,530  
    Bad debt expense     767,913       681,479  
    Change in OCI     1,662        
    Stock issued for services     119,959       5,872,529  
    Stock issued for make good provisions on debt conversion     700,821        
    Stock options issued to employees     538,323        
    Changes in operating assets and liabilities:                
    Marketable investment securities           12,530  
    Accounts receivable, net     231,806       (1,335,714 )
    Inventory, net     (230,261 )     2,396  
    Prepaid expenses     145,514       (114,385 )
    Capitalized software, net     (2,070,742 )      
    Other current assets     (45,737 )     17,840  
    Other assets     13,662       (1,905,983 )
    Accounts payable     494,215       596,434  
    Deferred revenue     1,408,786       (1,008,296 )
    Accrued interest payable     201,504       615,582  
    Accrued and other current liabilities     (634,557 )     374,819  
    Other liabilities     (63,015 )     63,015  
    Lease liability     (334,256 )     (269,848 )
    Net cash used in operating activities     (5,733,416 )     (6,133,221 )
                     
    Cash flows from investing activities:                
    Purchases of property and equipment           (127,413 )
    Purchase of short-term investments           (2,493,145 )
    Sale of short-term investments     2,478,953        
                     
    Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities     2,478,953       (2,620,558 )
                     
    Cash flows from financing activities:                
    Proceeds from PIPE loans, net of discount     8,902,681        
    Proceeds from loan payable – related party     2,000,000        
    Proceeds from investment fund (PIPE)     2,112,560        
    Cash acquired in Merger     103,818        
    Debt refinance conversion     192,787        
    Proceeds from line of credit           1,980,937  
    Proceeds from notes payable           2,433,059  
    Proceeds from convertible notes           185,500  
    Costs of Merger paid from PIPE loan     (1,947,787 )      
    Repayments of line of credit     (1,980,937 )      
    Repayments of loans assumed in Merger     (100,000 )      
    Repayments of notes payable     (9,146 )     (107,569 )
    Repayments of notes payable – related party     (535,000 )     (37,000 )
    Dividends paid           40,150  
                     
    Net cash provided by financing activities     8,738,976       4,495,077  
                     
    Net change in cash , cash equivalents and restricted cash     5,484,513       (4,258,702 )
                     
    Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash – beginning of year     5,397,564       9,656,266  
                     
    Cash and cash equivalents – end of year   $ 10,882,077     $ 5,397,564  
                     
    Supplemental cash flow information:                
    Cash paid for:                
    Interest   $ 923,975     $ 1,115,332  
    Income taxes   $     $  
    Non-cash investing and financing activities:                
    Derivative liability related to warrants   $ 142,319     $  
    PIPE note principal converted to Class A Common Stock   $ 5,832,600     $  
    Convertible notes exchanged for PIPE note   $ 2,419,622     $  
    Class A Common Stock exchanged in Merger   $ 3,854,573     $  
    Class A Common Stock issued in Merger   $ 1,154     $  
    Class B Common Stock issued in Merger   $ 172     $  
    Termination of loan payable   $ 1,875,000     $  
    Conversion of dividend note payable and accrued interest   $     $ 3,925,273  
    Conversion of note payable to line of credit   $     $ 257,113  
    Warehouse lease   $     $ 537,994  

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI: TrustCo Reports First Quarter 2025 Net Income of $14.3 Million From Repricing Loan Portfolio and Well-Managed Cost of Funds

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Executive Snapshot:

    • Bank-wide financial results:
      • Key metrics for the first quarter 2025:
        • Net income of $14.3 million increased 17.7% compared to $12.1 million for the first quarter 2024
        • Net interest income of $40.4 million, up 10.4% from $36.6 million compared to the first quarter 2024
        • Average loans were up $104.7 million for the first quarter 2025 compared to the first quarter 2024
        • Average deposits were up $103.3 million for the first quarter 2025 compared to the first quarter 2024
    • Capital position and key ratios:
      • Consolidated equity to assets increased to 10.85% as of March 31, 2025 from 10.51% as of March 31, 2024
      • Book value per share as of March 31, 2025 was $36.16, up from $34.12 as of March 31, 2024
      • Stock repurchase program announced authorizing for up to one million shares or approximately 5% of TrustCo’s current outstanding common stock
    • Trustco Financial Services and Wealth Management income:
      • Fees increased to $2.1 million or 16.7% compared to first quarter 2024
      • Assets under management increased to $1.2 billion or 17.4% compared first quarter 2024

    GLENVILLE, N.Y., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

    TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TrustCo, NASDAQ: TRST) today announced a robust start to 2025, marked by significant growth in both the loan and deposit portfolios of Trustco Bank during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the first quarter of 2024. This performance underscores the Bank’s commitment to serving its community through increased residential and commercial lending and adapting effectively to the evolving financial landscape. This resulted in first quarter 2025 net income of $14.3 million or $0.75 diluted earnings per share, compared to net income of $12.1 million or $0.64 diluted earnings per share for the first quarter 2024. Average loans increased $104.7 million or 2.1% for the first quarter 2025 over the same period in 2024. Average deposits increased $103.3 million or 1.9% for the first quarter 2025 over the same period in 2024.

    Overview

    Chairman, President, and CEO, Robert J. McCormick said “We are very pleased to announce today that tried and true Trustco Bank strategy has once again yielded exceptional results. We added loans at current market rates, which repriced our current loan portfolio higher, supporting long-term profitability. This was funded entirely by our own deposits, and we did so while holding the line on board rates. Despite aggressive market competition, we have favorably repriced our time deposits with the help of strong brand loyalty and digital engagement. These efforts yielded net income of $14.3 million and boosted all return metrics significantly year-over-year. Credit quality remains exceptional, with non-performing loans holding steady at a negligible 0.37%. The Bank also grew capital and thus maintains its position of strength. Based upon what we have seen in the first quarter, we anticipate that good things are likely in the future.”

    Details

    Average loans were up $104.7 million, or 2.1%, in the first quarter 2025 over the same period in 2024. Average residential loans and HECLs, our primary lending focus, were up $26.2 million, or 0.6%, and $61.0 million, or 17.3%, respectively, in the first quarter 2025 over the same period in 2024. Average commercial loans also increased $20.7 million, or 7.5%, in the first quarter 2025 over the same period in 2024. This uptick reflects a strong local economy and increased demand for credit. Average deposits were up $103.3 million, or 1.9%, for the first quarter 2025 over the same period in 2024, primarily as a result of an increase in time deposits, interest bearing checking accounts, and demand deposits. We believe the increase in these deposits compared to the same period in 2024 continues to indicate strong customer confidence in the Bank’s competitive deposit offerings. As we move forward, despite a complex economic environment, we believe that our strategic focus on relationship banking and solid financial practices has positioned us for continued success.

    During the first quarter of 2025, the TrustCo announced a stock repurchase program of up to one million shares, or approximately 5% of TrustCo’s current outstanding shares of common stock. This repurchase initiative is part of the Bank’s broader capital management strategy and is intended to enhance shareholder value while maintaining flexibility to support future growth. As of March 31, 2025, our equity to asset ratio was 10.85%, compared to 10.51% as of March 31, 2024. Book value per share as of March 31, 2025 was $36.16, up 6.0% compared to $34.12 a year earlier.  

    Net interest income was $40.4 million for the first quarter 2025, an increase of $3.8 million, or 10.4%, compared to the first quarter of 2024, driven by loan growth at higher interest rates and less interest expense on deposit products, partially offset by lower investment interest income and a decrease in interest on federal funds sold and other short-term investments. The net interest margin for the first quarter 2025 was 2.64%, up 20 basis points from 2.44% in the first quarter of 2024. The yield on interest earnings assets increased to 4.13% in the first quarter of 2025, up 14 basis points from 3.99% in the first quarter of 2024. The cost of interest bearing liabilities decreased to 1.92% in the first quarter 2025, down from 1.99% in the first quarter 2024. As the Federal Reserve signals potential interest rate reductions in 2025, the Bank is proactively preparing to navigate the evolving rate environment. In this context, the Bank anticipates that a lower interest rate environment will provide opportunities to manage deposit costs more effectively, thereby supporting net interest margin. The Bank remains committed to maintaining competitive deposit offerings while ensuring financial stability and continued support for our communities’ banking needs.

    Non-interest income increased to $5.0 million as compared to $4.8 million for the first quarter of 2024. This increase was primarily attributable to wealth management and financial services fees, which increased by 16.7% to $2.1 million, driven by strong client demand and higher assets under management. These revenues now represent 42.6% of non-interest income. The majority of this fee income is recurring, supported by long-term advisory relationships and a growing base of managed assets. Non-interest expense increased $1.4 million over the first quarter of 2024 due to increases in several areas of expenses.

    Asset quality remains strong and has been consistent over the past twelve months. The Company recorded a provision for credit losses of $300 thousand in the first quarter of 2025, which is the result of a provision for credit losses on loans of $100 thousand, and a provision for credit losses on unfunded commitments of $200 thousand. The ratio of allowance for credit losses on loans to total loans was 0.99% and 0.98% as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The allowance for credit losses on loans was $50.6 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $49.2 million as of March 31, 2024. Nonperforming loans (NPLs) were $18.8 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $18.3 million as of March 31, 2024. NPLs were 0.37% of total loans as of March 31, 2025 and 2024. The coverage ratio, or allowance for credit losses on loans to NPLs, was 269.8% as of March 31, 2025, compared to 269.3% as of March 31, 2024. Nonperforming assets (NPAs) were $20.9 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $20.6 million as of March 31, 2024.  

    A conference call to discuss first quarter 2025 results will be held at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on April 22, 2025. Those wishing to participate in the call may dial toll-free for the United States at 1-833-470-1428, and for Canada at 1-833-950-0062, Access code 048251. A replay of the call will be available for thirty days by dialing toll-free for the United States at 1-866-813-9403, Access code 486810. The call will also be audio webcast at https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/647533404,and will be available for one year.

    About TrustCo Bank Corp NY

    TrustCo Bank Corp NY is a $6.3 billion savings and loan holding company and through its subsidiary, Trustco Bank, operated 136 offices in New York, New Jersey, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Florida as of March 31, 2025.

    In addition, the Bank’s Wealth Management Department offers a full range of investment services, retirement planning and trust and estate administration services. The common shares of TrustCo are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol TRST.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    All statements in this news release that are not historical are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future development, results or periods. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements we make regarding our expectations for our future performance, including our expectations regarding the effects of the economic environment on our financial results, our ability to retain customers and the amount of customers’ business, including deposit balances, with us, the impact of the Federal Reserve’s actions regarding interest rates, and the anticipated effects of our capital management strategy, including our stock repurchase program. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations as well as certain assumptions and estimates made by, and information available to, management at the time the statements are made. Such forward-looking statements are subject to factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially for TrustCo from the views, beliefs and projections expressed in such statements, and many of the risks and uncertainties are heightened by or may, in the future, be heightened by volatility in financial markets and macroeconomic or geopolitical concerns related to inflation, changes in United States and foreign trade policy, continued elevated interest rates and ongoing armed conflicts (including the Russia/Ukraine conflict and the conflict in Israel and surrounding areas). TrustCo wishes to caution readers not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. The following important factors, among others, in some cases have affected and in the future could affect TrustCo’s actual results and could cause TrustCo’s actual financial performance to differ materially from that expressed in any forward-looking statement: future changes in interest rates; external economic factors, such as changes in monetary policy, ongoing inflationary pressures and continued elevated prices; exposure to credit risk in our lending activities; our increasing commercial loan portfolio; the sufficiency of our allowance for credit losses on loans to cover actual loan losses; our ability to meet the cash flow requirements of our depositors or borrowers or meet our operating cash needs to fund corporate expansion and other activities; claims and litigation pertaining to fiduciary responsibility and lender liability; the enforcement of federal cannabis laws and regulations and its impact on our ability to provide services in the cannabis industry; our dependency upon the services of the management team; our disclosure controls and procedures’ ability to prevent or detect errors or acts of fraud; the adequacy of our business continuity and disaster recovery plans; the effectiveness of our risk management framework; the impact of any expansion by us into new lines of business or new products and services; an increase in the prevalence of fraud and other financial crimes; the impact of severe weather events and climate change on us and the communities we serve, including societal responses to climate change; environmental, social and governance risks, as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion-related risks, and their impact on our reputation and relationships; the chance of a prolonged economic downturn, especially one affecting our geographic market area; instability in global economic conditions and geopolitical matters, as well as volatility in financial markets; the soundness of other financial institutions; U.S. government shutdowns, credit rating downgrades, or failure to increase the debt ceiling; fluctuations in the trust wealth management fees we receive as a result of investment performance; the impact of regulatory capital rules on our growth; changes in laws and regulations, including changes in cybersecurity or privacy regulations; restrictions on data collection and use; our compliance with the USA PATRIOT Act, Bank Secrecy Act, and other laws and regulations that could result in material fines or sanctions; changes in tax laws; limitations on our ability to pay dividends; TrustCo Realty Corp.’s ability to qualify as a real estate investment trust; changes in accounting standards; competition within our market areas; consumers and businesses’ use of non-banks to complete financial transactions; our reliance on third-party service providers; the impact of data breaches and cyber-attacks; the development and use of artificial intelligence; the impact of a failure in or breach of our operational or security systems or infrastructure, or those of third parties; the impact of an unauthorized disclosure of sensitive or confidential client or customer information; the impact of interruptions in the effective operation of our computer systems; the impact of anti-takeover provisions in our organizational documents; the impact of the manner in which we allocate capital; and other risks and uncertainties under the heading “Risk Factors” in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K and, if any, in our subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q or other securities filings, as well as our upcoming quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the first quarter of 2025. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release represent TrustCo management’s judgment as of the date of this news release. TrustCo disclaims, however, any intent or obligation to update forward-looking statements, either as a result of future developments, new information or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

    TRUSTCO BANK CORP NY  
    GLENVILLE, NY  
       
    FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS  
       
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data)  
    (Unaudited)  
      Three months ended  
      3/31/2025   12/31/2024   3/31/2024  
    Summary of operations            
    Net interest income $ 40,373   $ 38,902   $ 36,578  
    Provision for credit losses   300     400     600  
    Noninterest income   4,974     4,409     4,843  
    Noninterest expense   26,329     28,165     24,903  
    Net income   14,275     11,281     12,126  
                 
    Per share            
    Net income per share:            
    – Basic $ 0.75   $ 0.59   $ 0.64  
    – Diluted   0.75     0.59     0.64  
    Cash dividends   0.36     0.36     0.36  
    Book value at period end   36.16     35.56     34.12  
    Market price at period end   30.48     33.31     28.16  
                 
    At period end            
    Full time equivalent employees   740     737     761  
    Full service banking offices   136     136     140  
                 
    Performance ratios            
    Return on average assets   0.93 %   0.73 %   0.80 %
    Return on average equity   8.49     6.70     7.54  
    Efficiency ratio (GAAP)   58.06     65.03     59.94  
    Adjusted Efficiency ratio (1)   58.00     63.93     59.94  
    Net interest spread   2.21     2.15     2.00  
    Net interest margin   2.64     2.60     2.44  
    Dividend payout ratio 47.97     60.70     56.48  
                 
    Capital ratios at period end            
    Consolidated equity to assets   10.85 %   10.84 %   10.51 %
    Consolidated tangible equity to tangible assets (1)   10.84 %   10.83 %   10.50 %
                 
    Asset quality analysis at period end            
    Nonperforming loans to total loans   0.37 %   0.37 %   0.37 %
    Nonperforming assets to total assets   0.33     0.34     0.33  
    Allowance for credit losses on loans to total loans   0.99     0.99     0.98  
    Coverage ratio (2) 2.7x   2.7x   2.7x  
                 
                 
    (1) Non-GAAP Financial Measure, see Non-GAAP Financial Measures Reconciliation.
    (2) Calculated as allowance for credit losses on loans divided by total nonperforming loans.            
                 
                       
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
                       
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data)                  
    (Unaudited)                  
       Three months ended
      3/31/2025   12/31/2024   9/30/2024   6/30/2024   3/31/2024
    Interest and dividend income:                  
    Interest and fees on loans $ 53,450   $ 53,024   $ 52,112   $ 50,660   $ 49,804
    Interest and dividends on securities available for sale:                  
    U. S. government sponsored enterprises   596     680     718     909     906
    State and political subdivisions               1    
    Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage                  
    obligations – residential   1,483     1,418     1,397     1,451     1,494
    Corporate bonds   260     358     361     362     476
    Small Business Administration – guaranteed                  
    participation securities   81     84     90     94     100
    Other securities   7     6     2     2     3
    Total interest and dividends on securities available for sale   2,427     2,546     2,568     2,819     2,979
                       
    Interest on held to maturity securities:                  
    obligations – residential   57     59     62     65     68
    Total interest on held to maturity securities   57     59     62     65     68
                       
    Federal Home Loan Bank stock   151     152     153     147     152
                       
    Interest on federal funds sold and other short-term investments   6,732     6,128     6,174     6,894     6,750
    Total interest income   62,817     61,909     61,069     60,585     59,753
                       
    Interest expense:                  
    Interest on deposits:                  
    Interest-bearing checking   558     397     311     288     240
    Savings   734     719     770     675     712
    Money market deposit accounts   1,989     2,024     2,154     2,228     2,342
    Time deposits   18,983     19,680     18,969     19,400     19,677
    Interest on short-term borrowings   180     187     194     206     204
    Total interest expense   22,444     23,007     22,398     22,797     23,175
                       
    Net interest income   40,373     38,902     38,671     37,788     36,578
                       
    Less: Provision for credit losses   300     400     500     500     600
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses   40,073     38,502     38,171     37,288     35,978
                       
    Noninterest income:                  
    Trustco Financial Services income   2,120     1,778     2,044     1,609     1,816
    Fees for services to customers   2,645     2,226     2,482     2,399     2,745
    Net gains on equity securities           23     1,360    
    Other   209     405     382     283     282
    Total noninterest income   4,974     4,409     4,931     5,651     4,843
                       
    Noninterest expenses:                  
    Salaries and employee benefits   11,894     12,068     12,134     12,520     11,427
    Net occupancy expense   4,554     4,563     4,271     4,375     4,611
    Equipment expense   1,944     2,404     1,757     1,990     1,738
    Professional services   1,726     1,782     1,863     1,570     1,460
    Outsourced services   2,700     3,051     2,551     2,755     2,501
    Advertising expense   361     590     339     466     408
    FDIC and other insurance   1,188     1,113     1,112     797     1,094
    Other real estate expense, net   28     476     204     16     74
    Other   1,934     2,118     1,969     1,970     1,590
    Total noninterest expenses   26,329     28,165     26,200     26,459     24,903
                       
    Income before taxes   18,718     14,746     16,902     16,480     15,918
    Income taxes   4,443     3,465     4,027     3,929     3,792
                       
    Net income $ 14,275   $ 11,281   $ 12,875   $ 12,551   $ 12,126
                       
    Net income per common share:                  
    – Basic $ 0.75   $ 0.59   $ 0.68   $ 0.66   $ 0.64
                       
    – Diluted   0.75     0.59     0.68     0.66     0.64
                       
    Average basic shares (in thousands)   19,020     19,015     19,010     19,022     19,024
    Average diluted shares (in thousands)   19,044     19,045     19,036     19,033     19,032
                       
               
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
     
    (dollars in thousands)
    (Unaudited)
      3/31/2025 12/31/2024 9/30/2024 6/30/3024   3/31/2024  
    ASSETS:          
               
    Cash and due from banks $ 48,782   $ 47,364   $ 49,659   $ 42,193   $ 44,868  
    Federal funds sold and other short term investments   707,355     594,448     473,306     493,920     564,815  
    Total cash and cash equivalents   756,137     641,812     522,965     536,113     609,683  
               
    Securities available for sale:          
    U. S. government sponsored enterprises   65,942     85,617     90,588     106,796     128,854  
    States and political subdivisions   18     18     26     26     26  
    Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage          
    obligations – residential   219,333     213,128     222,841     218,311     227,078  
    Small Business Administration – guaranteed          
    participation securities   13,683     14,141     15,171     15,592     16,260  
    Corporate bonds   24,779     44,581     54,327     53,764     53,341  
    Other securities   698     700     701     688     682  
    Total securities available for sale   324,453     358,185     383,654     395,177     426,241  
               
    Held to maturity securities:          
    Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage          
    obligations-residential   5,090     5,365     5,636     5,921     6,206  
    Total held to maturity securities   5,090     5,365     5,636     5,921     6,206  
               
    Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank stock   6,507     6,507     6,507     6,507     6,203  
               
    Loans:          
    Commercial   302,753     286,857     280,261     282,441     279,092  
    Residential mortgage loans   4,380,561     4,388,302     4,382,674     4,370,640     4,354,369  
    Home equity line of credit   419,806     409,261     393,418     370,063     355,879  
    Installment loans   13,017     13,638     14,503     15,168     16,166  
    Loans, net of deferred net costs   5,116,137     5,098,058     5,070,856     5,038,312     5,005,506  
               
    Less: Allowance for credit losses on loans   50,606     50,248     49,950     49,772     49,220  
    Net loans   5,065,531     5,047,810     5,020,906     4,988,540     4,956,286  
               
    Bank premises and equipment, net   37,178     33,782     33,324     33,466     33,423  
    Operating lease right-of-use assets   34,968     36,627     37,958     38,376     39,647  
    Other assets   108,681     108,656     98,730     102,544     101,881  
               
    Total assets $ 6,338,545   $ 6,238,744   $ 6,109,680   $ 6,106,644   $ 6,179,570  
               
    LIABILITIES:          
    Deposits:          
    Demand $ 793,306   $ 762,101   $ 753,878   $ 745,227   $ 742,997  
    Interest-bearing checking   1,067,948     1,027,540     988,527     1,029,606     1,020,136  
    Savings accounts   1,094,968     1,086,534     1,092,038     1,144,427     1,155,517  
    Money market deposit accounts   478,872     465,049     477,113     517,445     532,611  
    Time deposits   2,061,576     2,049,759     1,952,635     1,840,262     1,903,908  
    Total deposits   5,496,670     5,390,983     5,264,191     5,276,967     5,355,169  
               
    Short-term borrowings   82,275     84,781     91,450     89,720     94,374  
    Operating lease liabilities   38,324     40,159     41,469     42,026     43,438  
    Accrued expenses and other liabilities   33,468     46,478     43,549     42,763     37,399  
               
    Total liabilities   5,650,737     5,562,401     5,440,659     5,451,476     5,530,380  
               
    SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:          
    Capital stock   20,097     20,097     20,058     20,058     20,058  
    Surplus   259,182     258,874     257,644     257,490     257,335  
    Undivided profits   453,931     446,503     442,079     436,048     430,346  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax   (132 )   (3,861 )   (6,600 )   (14,268 )   (14,763 )
    Treasury stock at cost   (45,270 )   (45,270 )   (44,160 )   (44,160 )   (43,786 )
               
    Total shareholders’ equity   687,808     676,343     669,021     655,168     649,190  
               
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 6,338,545   $ 6,238,744   $ 6,109,680   $ 6,106,644   $ 6,179,570  
               
    Outstanding shares (in thousands)   19,020     19,020     19,010     19,010     19,024  
               
    NONPERFORMING ASSETS  
                 
    (dollars in thousands)  
    (Unaudited)  
      3/31/2025 12/31/2024 9/30/2024 6/30/2024 3/31/2024  
    Nonperforming Assets            
                 
    New York and other states*            
    Loans in nonaccrual status:            
    Commercial $ 688   $ 343   $ 466   $ 741   $ 532    
    Real estate mortgage – 1 to 4 family   14,795     14,671     15,320     14,992     14,359    
    Installment   139     108     163     131     149    
    Total non-accrual loans   15,622     15,122     15,949     15,864     15,040    
    Other nonperforming real estate mortgages – 1 to 4 family                      
    Total nonperforming loans   15,622     15,122     15,949     15,864     15,040    
    Other real estate owned   2,107     2,175     2,503     2,334     2,334    
    Total nonperforming assets $ 17,729   $ 17,297   $ 18,452   $ 18,198   $ 17,374    
                 
    Florida            
    Loans in nonaccrual status:            
    Commercial $   $   $ 314   $ 314   $ 314    
    Real estate mortgage – 1 to 4 family   3,135     3,656     3,176     2,985     2,921    
    Installment   3     22     5     22        
    Total non-accrual loans   3,138     3,678     3,495     3,321     3,235    
    Other nonperforming real estate mortgages – 1 to 4 family                      
    Total nonperforming loans   3,138     3,678     3,495     3,321     3,235    
    Other real estate owned                      
    Total nonperforming assets $ 3,138   $ 3,678   $ 3,495   $ 3,321   $ 3,235    
                 
    Total            
    Loans in nonaccrual status:            
    Commercial $ 688   $ 343   $ 780   $ 1,055   $ 846    
    Real estate mortgage – 1 to 4 family   17,930     18,327     18,496     17,977     17,280    
    Installment   142     130     168     153     149    
    Total non-accrual loans   18,760     18,800     19,444     19,185     18,275    
    Other nonperforming real estate mortgages – 1 to 4 family                      
    Total nonperforming loans   18,760     18,800     19,444     19,185     18,275    
    Other real estate owned   2,107     2,175     2,503     2,334     2,334    
    Total nonperforming assets $ 20,867   $ 20,975   $ 21,947   $ 21,519   $ 20,609    
                 
                 
    Quarterly Net (Recoveries) Chargeoffs            
                 
    New York and other states*            
    Commercial $ (3 ) $ 62   $ 65   $   $    
    Real estate mortgage – 1 to 4 family   41     (316 )   104     (74 )   (78 )  
    Installment   4     41     11     (2 )   36    
    Total net chargeoffs (recoveries) $ 42   $ (213 ) $ 180   $ (76 ) $ (42 )  
                 
    Florida            
    Commercial $ (315 ) $ 314   $   $   $    
    Real estate mortgage – 1 to 4 family               17        
    Installment   15     1     42     7        
    Total net (recoveries) chargeoffs $ (300 $ 315   $ 42   $ 24   $    
                 
    Total            
    Commercial $ (318 $ 376   $ 65   $   $    
    Real estate mortgage – 1 to 4 family   41     (316 )   104     (57 )   (78 )  
    Installment   19     42     53     5     36    
    Total net (recoveries) chargeoffs $ (258 $ 102   $ 222   $ (52 ) $ (42 )  
                 
                 
    Asset Quality Ratios            
                 
    Total nonperforming loans (1) $ 18,760   $ 18,800   $ 19,444   $ 19,185   $ 18,275    
    Total nonperforming assets (1)   20,867     20,975     21,947     21,519     20,609    
    Total net (recoveries) chargeoffs (2)   (258   102     222     (52 )   (42 )  
                 
    Allowance for credit losses on loans (1)   50,606     50,248     49,950     49,772     49,220    
                 
    Nonperforming loans to total loans   0.37 %   0.37 %   0.38 %   0.38 %   0.37 %  
    Nonperforming assets to total assets   0.33 %   0.34 %   0.36 %   0.35 %   0.33 %  
    Allowance for credit losses on loans to total loans   0.99 %   0.99 %   0.99 %   0.99 %   0.98 %  
    Coverage ratio (1)   269.8 %   267.3 %   256.9 %   259.4 %   269.3 %  
    Annualized net (recoveries) chargeoffs to average loans (2)   -0.02 %   0.01 %   0.02 %   0.00 %   0.00 %  
    Allowance for credit losses on loans to annualized net chargeoffs (2)   N/A     123.2x     56.3x     N/A     N/A    
       
    * Includes New York, New Jersey, Vermont and Massachusetts.  
    (1) At period-end  
    (2) For the three-month period ended  
       
    DISTRIBUTION OF ASSETS, LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY –
    INTEREST RATES AND INTEREST DIFFERENTIAL
     
    (dollars in thousands)                      
    (Unaudited) Three months ended     Three months ended  
      March 31, 2025     March 31, 2024  
      Average   Interest Average     Average   Interest Average  
      Balance     Rate     Balance     Rate  
    Assets                      
                           
    Securities available for sale:                      
    U. S. government sponsored enterprises $ 74,680     $ 596 3.19 %   $ 125,973     $ 906 2.88 %
    Mortgage backed securities and collateralized mortgage                    
    obligations – residential   239,509       1,483 2.46       258,814       1,494 2.30  
    State and political subdivisions   18       6.77       26       0 6.90  
    Corporate bonds   40,019       260 2.60       73,625       476 2.59  
    Small Business Administration – guaranteed                      
    participation securities   15,003       81 2.15       18,224       100 2.20  
    Other   699       7 4.01       696       3 1.72  
                           
    Total securities available for sale   369,928       2,427 2.62       477,358       2,979 2.50  
                           
    Federal funds sold and other short-term Investments   613,646       6,732 4.45       497,652       6,750 5.45  
                           
    Held to maturity securities:                      
    Mortgage backed securities and collateralized mortgage                    
    obligations – residential   5,233       57 4.34       6,329       68 4.30  
                           
    Total held to maturity securities   5,233       57 4.34       6,329       68 4.30  
                           
    Federal Home Loan Bank stock   6,507       151 9.28       6,203       152 9.80  
                           
    Commercial loans   297,926       4,165 5.59       277,183       3,661 5.28  
    Residential mortgage loans   4,385,646       42,614 3.89       4,359,476       40,415 3.71  
    Home equity lines of credit   413,981       6,435 6.30       353,004       5,464 6.22  
    Installment loans   12,967       236 7.37       16,128       264 6.58  
                           
    Loans, net of unearned income   5,110,520       53,450 4.19       5,005,791       49,804 3.98  
                           
    Total interest earning assets   6,105,834     $ 62,817 4.13       5,993,333     $ 59,753 3.99  
                           
    Allowance for credit losses on loans   (50,475 )             (48,824 )        
    Cash & non-interest earning assets   201,154               185,230          
                           
                           
    Total assets $ 6,256,513             $ 6,129,739          
                           
                           
    Liabilities and shareholders’ equity                      
                           
    Deposits:                      
    Interest bearing checking accounts $ 1,038,218     $ 558 0.22 %   $ 990,130     $ 240 0.10 %
    Money market accounts   469,070       1,989 1.72       544,687       2,342 1.73  
    Savings   1,089,358       734 0.27       1,158,558       712 0.25  
    Time deposits   2,054,494       18,984 3.75       1,889,929       19,677 4.19  
                           
    Total interest bearing deposits   4,651,140       22,265 1.94       4,583,304       22,971 2.02  
    Short-term borrowings   83,207       180 0.88       93,316       204 0.88  
                           
    Total interest bearing liabilities   4,734,347     $ 22,445 1.92       4,676,620     $ 23,175 1.99  
                           
    Demand deposits   761,800               726,299          
    Other liabilities   78,748               80,158          
    Shareholders’ equity   681,618               646,662          
                           
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 6,256,513             $ 6,129,739          
                           
    Net interest income     $ 40,372           $ 36,578    
                           
    Net interest spread       2.21 %         2.00 %
                           
                           
    Net interest margin (net interest income to                      
    total interest earning assets)       2.64 %         2.44 %
                           

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures Reconciliation

    Tangible book value per share is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate tangible book value by excluding the balance of intangible assets from total shareholders’ equity divided by shares outstanding. We believe that this is consistent with the treatment by bank regulatory agencies, which exclude intangible assets from the calculation of risk-based capital ratios. Additionally, we believe that this measure is important to many investors in the marketplace who are interested in relative changes from period to period in equity exclusive of changes in intangible assets.

    Tangible equity as a percentage of tangible assets at period end is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate tangible equity and tangible assets by excluding the balance of intangible assets from total shareholders’ equity and total assets, respectively. We calculate tangible equity as a percentage of tangible assets at period end by dividing tangible equity by tangible assets at period end. We believe that this is consistent with the treatment by bank regulatory agencies, which exclude intangible assets from the calculation of risk-based capital ratios. Additionally, we believe that this measure is important to many investors in the marketplace who are interested in relative changes from period to period in equity and total assets, each exclusive of changes in intangible assets.

    Adjusted efficiency ratio is a non-GAAP measures of expense control relative to revenue from net interest income and non-interest fee income. We calculate the efficiency ratio by dividing total non-interest expense by the sum of net interest income and total non-interest income. We calculate the adjusted efficiency ratio by dividing total noninterest expenses as determined under GAAP, excluding other real estate expense, net, by net interest income and total noninterest income as determined under GAAP. We believe that this provides a reasonable measure of primary banking expenses relative to primary banking revenue. Additionally, we believe this measure is important to investors looking for a measure of efficiency in our productivity measured by the amount of revenue generated for each dollar spent.

    We believe that these non-GAAP financial measures provide information that is important to investors and that is useful in understanding our financial results. Our management internally assesses our performance based, in part, on these measures. However, these non-GAAP financial measures are supplemental and not a substitute for an analysis based on GAAP measures. As other companies may use different calculations for these measures, this presentation may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures reported by other companies. A reconciliation of the non-GAAP measures of tangible book value to shares outstanding, tangible equity as a percentage of tangible assets, and efficiency ratio to the most directly comparable GAAP measures is set forth below.  

    NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES RECONCILIATION        
             
    (dollars in thousands)        
    (Unaudited)        
        3/31/2025 12/31/2024 3/31/2024
    Tangible Book Value Per Share        
             
    Equity (GAAP)   $ 687,808   $ 676,343   $ 649,190  
    Less: Intangible assets     553     553     553  
    Tangible equity (Non-GAAP)   $ 687,255   $ 675,790   $ 648,637  
             
    Shares outstanding     19,020     19,020     19,024  
    Tangible book value per share     36.13     35.53     34.10  
    Book value per share     36.16     35.56     34.12  
             
    Tangible Equity to Tangible Assets        
    Total Assets (GAAP)   $ 6,338,545   $ 6,238,744   $ 6,179,570  
    Less: Intangible assets     553     553     553  
    Tangible assets (Non-GAAP)   $ 6,337,992   $ 6,238,191   $ 6,179,017  
             
    Equity to Assets (GAAP)     10.85 %   10.84 %   10.51 %
    Tangible Equity to Tangible Assets (Non-GAAP)     10.84 %   10.83 %   10.50 %
             
        Three months ended
    Efficiency and Adjusted Efficiency Ratios   3/31/2025 12/31/2024 3/31/2024
             
    Net interest income (GAAP) A $ 40,373   $ 38,902   $ 36,578  
    Non-interest income (GAAP) B   4,974     4,409     4,843  
    Revenue used for efficiency ratio (GAAP) C $ 45,347   $ 43,311   $ 41,421  
             
    Total noninterest expense (GAAP) D $ 26,329   $ 28,165   $ 24,903  
    Less: Other real estate expense, net E   28     476     74  
    Expense used for efficiency ratio (Non-GAAP) F $ 26,301   $ 27,689   $ 24,829  
             
    Efficiency Ratio (GAAP) D/C   58.06 %   65.03 %   59.94 %
    Adjusted Efficiency Ratio (Non-GAAP) F/C   58.00 %   63.93 %   59.94 %
             
    Subsidiary:   Trustco Bank
         
    Contact:   Robert Leonard
        Executive Vice President
        (518) 381-3693

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  • MIL-OSI: NorthEast Community Bancorp, Inc. Reports Results for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthEast Community Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: NECB) (the “Company”), the parent holding company of NorthEast Community Bank (the “Bank”), generated net income of $10.6 million, or $0.80 per basic share and $0.78 per diluted share, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to net income of $11.4 million, or $0.87 per basic share and $0.86 per diluted share, for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

    Kenneth A. Martinek, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “We are, once again, pleased to report another quarter of strong earnings due to the excellent performance of our loan portfolio. Despite the challenging economic operating environment thus far in 2025, loan demand is strong with originations and outstanding commitments robust and increasing. As in the past, construction lending in high demand-high absorption areas continues to be our focus.”

    Highlights for the three months ended March 31, 2025 are as follows:

    • Performance metrics continue to be strong at March 31, 2025, with a return on average total assets ratio of 2.12%, a return on average shareholders’ equity ratio of 12.98%, and an efficiency ratio of 41.64%.
    • Asset quality metrics continued to remain strong with no non-performing loans at either March 31, 2025 or December 31, 2024, and non-performing assets to total assets of 0.26% and 0.25% at March 31, 2025 and at December 31, 2024, respectively. Our allowance for credit losses related to loans totaled $5.1 million, or 0.30% of total loans at March 31, 2025 compared to $4.9 million, or 0.27% of total loans at December 31, 2024.
    • We increased total stockholders’ equity by $8.9 million, or 2.8%, to $327.2 million, or 16.92% of total assets as of March 31, 2025 from $318.3 million, or 15.84% of total assets as of December 31, 2024.

    Balance Sheet Summary

    Total assets decreased $76.2 million, or 3.8%, to $1.9 billion at March 31, 2025, from $2.0 billion at December 31, 2024. The decrease in assets was primarily due to decreases in net loans of $87.3 million and decreases of $1.0 million in accrued interest receivable, partially offset by increases in cash and cash equivalents of $11.2 million and increases of $1.3 million in equity securities.

    Cash and cash equivalents increased $11.2 million, or 14.3%, to $89.5 million at March 31, 2025 from $78.3 million at December 31, 2024. The increase in cash and cash equivalents was a result of a decrease of $87.3 million in net loans and an increase of $8.9 million in stockholders’ equity, partially offset by a decrease in deposits of $84.4 million.

    Equity securities increased $1.3 million, or 5.9%, to $23.3 million at March 31, 2025 from $22.0 million at December 31, 2024. The increase in equity securities was attributable to the purchase of $1.0 million in equity securities during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and market appreciation of $300,000 due to market interest rate volatility during the quarter ended March 31, 2025.

    Securities held-to-maturity decreased $129,000, or 0.9%, to $14.5 million at March 31, 2025 from $14.6 million at December 31, 2024 due to $129,000 in maturities and pay-downs of various investment securities.

    Loans, net of the allowance for credit losses, decreased $87.3 million, or 4.8%, to $1.7 billion at March 31, 2025 from $1.8 billion at December 31, 2024. The decrease in loans consisted of decreases of $138.9 million in construction loans, $248,000 in non-residential loans, and $36,000 in one-to-four family loans. The decrease in our construction loan portfolio was due to normal pay-downs and principal reductions as construction projects were completed and either condominium units were sold to end buyers or multi-family rental buildings were refinanced by other financial institutions. The decrease in construction loans was offset by increases of $46.4 million in multi-family loans, $4.4 million in commercial and industrial loans, and $1.5 million in consumer loans.

    During the quarter ended March 31, 2025, we originated loans totaling $170.1 million consisting primarily of $110.2 million in construction loans, $49.1 million in multi-family loans, $10.1 million in commercial and industrial loans, and $730,000 in mixed-use loans. The $110.2 million in construction loans had 38.4% disbursed at loan closing, with the remaining funds to be disbursed over the terms of the construction loans.

    The allowance for credit losses related to loans increased to $5.1 million as of March 31, 2025, from $4.8 million as of December 31, 2024. The increase in the allowance for credit losses related to loans was due to recoveries totaling $352,000 and provision for credit losses totaling $62,000, offset by charge-offs totaling $117,000.

    Premises and equipment increased $84,000, or 0.3%, to $24.9 million at March 31, 2025 from $24.8 million at December 31, 2024 primarily due to the purchases of additional fixed assets.

    Federal Home Loan Bank stock was $397,000, foreclosed real estate was $5.1 million, and property held for investment was $1.4 million at both March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024.

    Bank owned life insurance (“BOLI”) increased $167,000, or 0.6%, to $25.9 million at March 31, 2025 from $25.7 million at December 31, 2024 due to increases in the BOLI cash value.

    Accrued interest receivable decreased $1.0 million, or 7.9%, to $12.4 million at March 31, 2025 from $13.5 million at December 31, 2024 due to a decrease in the loan portfolio.

    Right of use assets — operating decreased $145,000, or 3.6%, to $3.9 million at March 31, 2025 from $4.0 million at December 31, 2024, primarily due to amortization.

    Other assets decreased $328,000, or 2.8%, to $11.3 million at March 31, 2025 from $11.6 million at December 31, 2024 due to decreases of $1.7 million in tax assets and $10,000 in miscellaneous assets, partially offset by increases of $1.1 million in suspense accounts and $263,000 in prepaid expenses.

    Total deposits decreased $84.4 million, or 5.1%, to $1.6 billion at March 31, 2025 from $1.7 billion at December 31, 2024. The decrease in deposits was primarily due to decreases in certificates of deposit of $125.1 million, or 12.5%, and non-interest bearing deposits of $9.9 million, or 3.5%, partially offset by increases in NOW/money market accounts of $45.9 million, or 18.8%, and savings account balances of $3.3 million, or 2.4%. The decrease of $125.1 million in certificates of deposit consisted of a decrease in retail certificates of deposit of $76.0 million, or 14.8%, and a decrease in brokered certificates of deposit of $54.8 million, or 12.6%, partially offset by an increase in non-brokered listing services certificates of deposit of $5.7 million, or 17.0%.

    The decrease in retail certificates of deposit was due to a shift in deposits to our retail high yield money market accounts. The decrease in brokered certificates of deposit was due to management’s strategy to reduce the cost of funds by “calling” higher rate brokered deposits on their call dates.

    Advance payments by borrowers for taxes and insurance increased $680,000, or 42.0%, to $2.3 million at March 31, 2025 from $1.6 million at December 31, 2024 due primarily to accumulation of real estate tax payments from borrowers.

    Lease liability – operating decreased $136,000, or 3.3%, to $4.0 million at March 31, 2025 from $4.1 million at December 31, 2024, primarily due to amortization.

    Accounts payable and accrued expenses decreased $1.3 million, or 8.7%, to $13.3 million at March 31, 2025 from $14.5 million at December 31, 2024 due primarily to a decrease in accrued expense of $2.8 million, partially offset by increases in dividends payable and other payables of $806,000, suspense accounts for loan closings of $346,000, and deferred compensation of $167,000. The allowance for credit losses for off-balance sheet commitments increased $175,000, or 24.8%, to $879,000 at March 31, 2025 from $704,000 at December 31, 2024 due primarily to an increase of $101.4 million, or 18.0%, in off-balance sheet commitments.

    Stockholders’ equity increased $8.9 million, or 2.8% to $327.2 million at March 31, 2025, from $318.3 million at December 31, 2024. The increase in stockholders’ equity was due to net income of $10.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, an increase of $302,000 in earned employee stock ownership plan shares coupled with a reduction of $217,000 in unearned employee stock ownership plan shares, and the amortization expense of $478,000 relating to restricted stock and stock options granted under the Company’s 2022 Equity Incentive Plan, partially offset by dividends declared of $2.7 million and $13,000 in other comprehensive loss.

    Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2025 and 2024

    Net Interest Income

    Net interest income was $24.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to $25.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The decrease in net interest income of $722,000, or 2.9%, was primarily due to an increase in interest expense that exceeded an increase in interest income and a decrease in the yield on interest earning assets that exceeded a decrease in the cost of funds for interest bearing liabilities.

    Total interest and dividend income increased $86,000, or 0.2%, to $38.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 from $38.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The increase in interest and dividend income was due to an increase in the average balance of interest earning assets of $159.9 million, or 9.2%, to $1.9 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2025 from $1.7 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2024, partially offset by a decrease in the yield on interest earning assets by 72 basis points from 8.77% for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to 8.05% for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    Interest expense increased $808,000, or 6.2%, to $13.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 from $13.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The increase in interest expense was due to an increase in average interest bearing liabilities of $149.7 million, or 12.2%, to $1.4 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2025 from $1.2 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2024, partially offset by a decrease in the cost of interest bearing liabilities by 24 basis points from 4.29% for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to 4.05% for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    Our net interest margin decreased 64 basis points, or 11.1%, to 5.11% for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to 5.75% for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The decrease in the net interest margin was due to a decrease in the yield on interest-earning assets that exceeded a decrease in the cost of funds on interest-bearing liabilities.

    Credit Loss Expense

    The Company recorded a credit loss expense of $237,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to a credit loss expense reduction of $165,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The credit loss expense of $237,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was comprised of credit loss expense for loans of $62,000 and credit loss expense for off-balance sheet commitments of $175,000.

    The credit loss expense for loans of $62,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was primarily due to an increase in the multi-family loan portfolio. The credit loss expense for off-balance sheet commitments of $175,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was primarily due to an increase in unfunded off-balance sheet commitments.

    The credit loss expense reduction of $165,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024 was comprised of a credit loss expense reduction for loans of $145,000, a credit loss expense reduction for held-to-maturity investment securities of $3,000, and a credit loss expense reduction for off-balance sheet commitments of $17,000. The credit loss expense reduction for loans of $145,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024 was primarily attributed to favorable trend in the economy.

    With respect to the allowance for credit losses for loans, we charged-off $117,000 during the three months ended March 31, 2025 as compared to charge-offs of $21,000 during the three months ended March 31, 2024. The charge-offs during both periods were against various unpaid overdrafts in our demand deposit accounts.

    We recorded recoveries of $352,000 during the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to no recoveries during the three months ended March 31, 2024. The recoveries of $352,000 during the three months ended March 31, 2025 comprised of recoveries of $350,000 regarding a previously charged-off non-residential mortgage loan and $2,000 from a previously charged-off unpaid overdraft on a demand deposit account.

    Non-Interest Income

    Non-interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was $1.2 million compared to non-interest income of $554,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The increase of $681,000, or 122.9%, in total non-interest income was primarily due to increases of $382,000 in unrealized gain/(loss) on equity securities, $278,000 in other loan fees and service charges, $11,000 in miscellaneous other non-interest income, and $10,000 in BOLI income.

    The increase in unrealized gain/(loss) on equity securities was due to an unrealized gain of $300,000 on equity securities during the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to an unrealized loss of $82,000 on equity securities during the three months ended March 31, 2024. The unrealized gain of $300,000 on equity securities during the three months ended March 31, 2025 was due to market interest rate volatility during the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    The increase of $278,000 in other loan fees and service charges was due to an increase of $245,000 in other loan fees and loan servicing fees, an increase of $31,000 in ATM/debit card/ACH fees, and an increase of $2,000 in deposit account fees.

    The increase in BOLI income of $10,000 was due to an increase in the yield on BOLI assets.

    Non-Interest Expense

    Non-interest expense increased $938,000, or 9.7%, to $10.6 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 from $9.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The increase resulted primarily from increases of $582,000 in salaries and employee benefits, $221,000 in other operating expense, $98,000 in outside data processing expense, $40,000 in occupancy expense, $19,000 in real estate owned expense, and $14,000 in advertising expense, partially offset by a decrease of $36,000 in equipment expense.

    Income Taxes

    We recorded income tax expense of $4.1 million and $4.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. For the three months ended March 31, 2025, we had approximately $204,000 in tax exempt income, compared to approximately $195,000 in tax exempt income for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Our effective income tax rates were 27.8% for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to 29.0% for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

    Asset Quality

    Non-performing assets were $5.1 million at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively. These non-performing assets consisted of two foreclosed properties, with one foreclosed property totaling $4.4 million located in the Bronx, New York and one foreclosed property totaling $767,000 located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

    Our ratio of non-performing assets to total assets remained low at 0.26% at March 31, 2025 as compared to 0.25% at December 31, 2024.

    The Company’s allowance for credit losses related to loans was $5.1 million, or 0.30% of total loans as of March 31, 2025, compared to $4.8 million, or 0.27% of total loans as of December 31, 2024. Based on a review of the loans that were in the loan portfolio at March 31, 2025, management believes that the allowance for credit losses related to loans is maintained at a level that represents its best estimate of inherent losses in the loan portfolio that were both probable and reasonably estimable.

    In addition, at March 31, 2025, the Company’s allowance for credit losses related to off-balance sheet commitments totaled $879,000 and the allowance for credit losses related to held-to-maturity debt securities totaled $126,000.

    Capital

    The Company’s total stockholders’ equity to assets ratio was 16.92% as of March 31, 2025. At March 31, 2025, the Company had the ability to borrow $941.3 million from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, $15.5 million from the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York, and $8.0 million from Atlantic Community Bankers Bank.

    The Bank’s capital position remains strong relative to current regulatory requirements and the Bank is considered a well-capitalized institution under the Prompt Corrective Action framework. As of March 31, 2025, the Bank had a tier 1 leverage capital ratio of 15.09% and a total risk-based capital ratio of 15.10%.

    The Company completed its first stock repurchase program on April 14, 2023 whereby the Company repurchased 1,637,794 shares, or 10%, of the Company’s issued and outstanding common stock. The cost of the stock repurchase program totaled $23.0 million, including commission costs and Federal excise taxes. Of the total shares repurchased under this program, 957,275 of such shares were repurchased during 2023 at a total cost of $13.7 million, including commission costs and Federal excise taxes.

    The Company commenced its second stock repurchase program on May 30, 2023 whereby the Company will repurchase 1,509,218, or 10%, of the Company’s issued and outstanding common stock. As of March 31, 2025, the Company had repurchased 1,091,174 shares of common stock under its second repurchase program, at a cost of $17.2 million, including commission costs and Federal excise taxes.

    About NorthEast Community Bancorp

    NorthEast Community Bancorp, headquartered at 325 Hamilton Avenue, White Plains, New York 10601, is the holding company for NorthEast Community Bank, which conducts business through its eleven branch offices located in Bronx, New York, Orange, Rockland, and Sullivan Counties in New York and Essex, Middlesex, and Norfolk Counties in Massachusetts and three loan production offices located in New City, New York, White Plains, New York, and Danvers, Massachusetts. For more information about NorthEast Community Bancorp and NorthEast Community Bank, please visit www.necb.com.

    Forward Looking Statement

    This press release contains certain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. They often include words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” and “intend” or future or conditional verbs such as “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” or “may.” These statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of the Company’s management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements as a result of numerous factors. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results include, but are not limited to, changes in market interest rates, regional and national economic conditions (including higher inflation or recessionary conditions and their impact on regional and national economic conditions), legislative and regulatory changes, monetary and fiscal policies of the United States government, including policies of the United States Treasury and the Federal Reserve Board, the impacts of tariffs, sanctions and other trade policies of the United States and its global trading counterparts, the quality and composition of the loan or investment portfolios, demand for loan products, decreases in deposit levels necessitating increased borrowing to fund loans and securities, competition, demand for financial services in NorthEast Community Bank’s market area, changes in the real estate market values in NorthEast Community Bank’s market area, the impact of failures or disruptions in or breaches of the Company’s operational or security systems, data or infrastructure, or those of third parties, including as a result of cyberattacks or campaigns, and changes in relevant accounting principles and guidelines. Additionally, other risks and uncertainties may be described in our annual and quarterly reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), which are available through the SEC’s website located at www.sec.gov. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating any forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Except as required by applicable law or regulation, the Company does not undertake, and specifically disclaims any obligation, to release publicly the result of any revisions that may be made to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of the statements or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events.

    CONTACT:   Kenneth A. Martinek
        Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
         
    PHONE:   (914) 684-2500
     
    NORTHEAST COMMUNITY BANCORP, INC.
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
    (Unaudited)
                 
        March 31,   December 31,
        2025   2024
        (In thousands, except share
        and per share amounts)
    ASSETS            
    Cash and amounts due from depository institutions   $ 11,524     $ 13,700  
    Interest-bearing deposits     77,934       64,559  
    Total cash and cash equivalents     89,458       78,259  
    Certificates of deposit     100       100  
    Equity securities     23,294       21,994  
    Securities held-to-maturity ( net of allowance for credit losses of $126 and $126, respectively )     14,487       14,616  
    Loans receivable     1,725,664       1,812,647  
    Deferred loan fees, net     (63 )     (49 )
    Allowance for credit losses     (5,127 )     (4,830 )
    Net loans     1,720,474       1,807,768  
    Premises and equipment, net     24,889       24,805  
    Investments in restricted stock, at cost     397       397  
    Bank owned life insurance     25,905       25,738  
    Accrued interest receivable     12,432       13,481  
    Real estate owned     5,120       5,120  
    Property held for investment     1,361       1,370  
    Right of Use Assets – Operating     3,856       4,001  
    Right of Use Assets – Financing     346       347  
    Other assets     11,257       11,585  
    Total assets   $ 1,933,376     $ 2,009,581  
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY            
    Liabilities:            
    Deposits:            
    Non-interest bearing   $ 278,694     $ 287,135  
    Interest bearing     1,307,321       1,383,240  
    Total deposits     1,586,015       1,670,375  
    Advance payments by borrowers for taxes and insurance     2,298       1,618  
    Lease Liability – Operating     3,972       4,108  
    Lease Liability – Financing     619       609  
    Accounts payable and accrued expenses     13,262       14,530  
    Total liabilities     1,606,166       1,691,240  
                 
    Stockholders’ equity:            
    Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; 25,000,000 shares authorized; none issued or outstanding   $     $  
    Common stock, $0.01 par value; 75,000,000 shares authorized; 14,023,376 shares and 14,016,254 shares outstanding, respectively     140       140  
    Additional paid-in capital     110,871       110,091  
    Unearned Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) shares     (5,870 )     (6,088 )
    Retained earnings     221,858       213,974  
    Accumulated other comprehensive gain     211       224  
    Total stockholders’ equity     327,210       318,341  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity   $ 1,933,376     $ 2,009,581  
                 
     
    NORTHEAST COMMUNITY BANCORP, INC.
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
    (Unaudited)
     
        Quarter Ended March 31,
        2025   2024
        (In thousands, except per share amounts)
    INTEREST INCOME:              
    Loans   $ 36,882     $ 36,703  
    Interest-earning deposits     1,081       1,200  
    Securities     244       218  
    Total Interest Income     38,207       38,121  
    INTEREST EXPENSE:              
    Deposits     13,933       12,394  
    Borrowings           731  
    Financing lease     10       10  
    Total Interest Expense     13,943       13,135  
    Net Interest Income     24,264       24,986  
    Provision for (reversal of) credit loss     237       (165 )
    Net Interest Income after Provision for (Reversal of) Credit Loss     24,027       25,151  
    NON-INTEREST INCOME:              
    Other loan fees and service charges     740       462  
    Earnings on bank owned life insurance     167       157  
    Unrealized gain (loss) on equity securities     300       (82 )
    Other     28       17  
    Total Non-Interest Income     1,235       554  
    NON-INTEREST EXPENSES:              
    Salaries and employee benefits     5,933       5,351  
    Occupancy expense     747       707  
    Equipment     217       253  
    Outside data processing     735       637  
    Advertising     102       88  
    Real estate owned expense     30       11  
    Other     2,855       2,634  
    Total Non-Interest Expenses     10,619       9,681  
    INCOME BEFORE PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES     14,643       16,024  
    PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES     4,076       4,650  
    NET INCOME   $ 10,567     $ 11,374  
                   
     
    NORTHEAST COMMUNITY BANCORP, INC.
    SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA
    (Unaudited)
     
        Quarter Ended March 31,
        2025   2024
        (In thousands, except per share amounts)
    Per share data:            
    Earnings per share – basic   $ 0.80     $ 0.87  
    Earnings per share – diluted     0.78       0.86  
    Weighted average shares outstanding – basic     13,192       13,118  
    Weighted average shares outstanding – diluted     13,560       13,191  
    Performance ratios/data:            
    Return on average total assets     2.12 %     2.50 %
    Return on average shareholders’ equity     12.98 %     15.88 %
    Net interest income   $ 24,264     $ 24,986  
    Net interest margin     5.11 %     5.75 %
    Efficiency ratio     41.64 %     37.91 %
    Net charge-off ratio     (0.05 )%     0.00 %
                 
    Loan portfolio composition:     March 31, 2025     December 31, 2024
    One-to-four family   $ 3,436     $ 3,472  
    Multi-family     253,018       206,606  
    Mixed-use     26,572       26,571  
    Total residential real estate     283,026       236,649  
    Non-residential real estate     29,198       29,446  
    Construction     1,287,225       1,426,167  
    Commercial and industrial     123,113       118,736  
    Consumer     3,102       1,649  
    Gross loans     1,725,664       1,812,647  
    Deferred loan fees, net     (63 )     (49 )
    Total loans   $ 1,725,601     $ 1,812,598  
    Asset quality data:            
    Loans past due over 90 days and still accruing   $     $  
    Non-accrual loans            
    OREO property     5,120       5,120  
    Total non-performing assets   $ 5,120     $ 5,120  
                 
    Allowance for credit losses to total loans     0.30 %     0.27 %
    Allowance for credit losses to non-performing loans     0.00 %     0.00 %
    Non-performing loans to total loans     0.00 %     0.00 %
    Non-performing assets to total assets     0.26 %     0.25 %
                 
    Bank’s Regulatory Capital ratios:            
    Total capital to risk-weighted assets     15.10 %     13.92 %
    Common equity tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets     14.79 %     13.65 %
    Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets     14.79 %     13.65 %
    Tier 1 leverage ratio     15.09 %     14.44 %
     
    NORTHEAST COMMUNITY BANCORP, INC.
    NET INTEREST MARGIN ANALYSIS
    (Unaudited)
     
        Quarter Ended March 31, 2025   Quarter Ended March 31, 2024
        Average
    Balance
      Interest
    and dividend
      Average
    Yield
      Average
    Balance
      Interest
    and dividend
      Average
    Yield
        (In thousands, except yield/cost information)   (In thousands, except yield/cost information)
    Loan receivable gross   $ 1,767,849     $ 36,882     8.35 %   $ 1,612,343     $ 36,703     9.11 %
    Securities     36,751       235     2.56 %     33,848       197     2.33 %
    Federal Home Loan Bank stock     397       9     9.07 %     842       21     9.98 %
    Other interest-earning assets     93,476       1,081     4.63 %     91,552       1,200     5.24 %
    Total interest-earning assets     1,898,473       38,207     8.05 %     1,738,585       38,121     8.77 %
    Allowance for credit losses     (4,827 )                 (5,091 )            
    Non-interest-earning assets     96,493                   88,859              
    Total assets   $ 1,990,139                 $ 1,822,353              
                                         
    Interest-bearing demand deposit   $ 274,630     $ 2,445     3.56 %   $ 171,483     $ 1,817     4.24 %
    Savings and club accounts     138,903       730     2.10 %     182,771       1,202     2.63 %
    Certificates of deposit     962,084       10,758     4.47 %     810,586       9,375     4.63 %
    Total interest-bearing deposits     1,375,617       13,933     4.05 %     1,164,840       12,394     4.26 %
    Borrowed money           10     0.00 %     61,092       741     4.85 %
    Total interest-bearing liabilities     1,375,617       13,943     4.05 %     1,225,932       13,135     4.29 %
    Non-interest-bearing demand deposit     270,874                   291,909              
    Other non-interest-bearing liabilities     18,086                   18,090              
    Total liabilities     1,664,577                   1,535,931              
    Equity     325,562                   286,422              
    Total liabilities and equity   $ 1,990,139                 $ 1,822,353              
                                         
    Net interest income / interest spread         $ 24,264     4.00 %         $ 24,986     4.48 %
    Net interest rate margin                 5.11 %                 5.75 %
    Net interest earning assets   $ 522,856                 $ 512,653              
    Average interest-earning assets                                    
    to interest-bearing liabilities     138.01 %                 141.82 %            

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  • MIL-OSI: Capital City Bank Group, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TALLAHASSEE, Fla., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Capital City Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCBG) today reported net income attributable to common shareowners of $16.9 million, or $0.99 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2025 compared to $13.1 million, or $0.77 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2024, and $12.6 million, or $0.74 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2024.

    QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS (1stQuarter 2025 versus 4thQuarter 2024)

    Income Statement

    • Tax-equivalent net interest income totaled $41.6 million compared to $41.2 million for the prior quarter
      • Net interest margin increased five basis points to 4.22% (earning asset yield up one basis point and total deposit cost down four basis points to 82 basis points)
    • Improved credit quality metrics – net loan charge-offs were nine basis points (annualized) of average loans – allowance coverage ratio increased to 1.12% at March 31, 2025
    • Noninterest income increased $1.1 million, or 6.1%, and reflected a $0.7 million increase in mortgage banking revenues and a $0.5 million increase in wealth management fees
    • Noninterest expense decreased $3.1 million, or 7.4%, primarily due to a $3.1 million decrease in other expense which included a higher level of gains from the sale of banking facilities, namely the sale of our operations center building in the first quarter

    Balance Sheet

    • Loan balances decreased $11.5 million, or 0.4% (average), and increased $9.2 million, or 0.4% (end of period)
    • Deposit balances increased by $65.1 million, or 1.8% (average), and increased $111.9 million, or 3.0% (end of period), largely due to the seasonal increase in our public fund balances
    • Tangible book value per diluted share (non-GAAP financial measure) increased $0.94, or 4.0%

    “I am pleased with our first quarter performance, which reflects strong core fundamentals and strategic execution driven by a 2.6% increase in revenues, solid growth in deposit balances, and improvement in credit quality metrics,” said William G. Smith, Jr., Capital City Bank Group Chairman, President, and CEO. “First quarter earnings also included a $0.17 per diluted share gain from the sale of our operations center building. Our strong balance sheet and revenue diversification provides us with the flexibility to navigate ongoing uncertainty in market and economic conditions.”

    Discussion of Operating Results

    Net Interest Income/Net Interest Margin

    Tax-equivalent net interest income for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $41.6 million, compared to $41.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2024, and $38.4 million for the first quarter of 2024. Compared to both prior periods, the increase was driven by higher investment securities interest due to new investment purchases at higher yields, in addition to lower deposit interest expense, partially offset by lower loan interest due to lower average loan balances and interest rates. Two less calendar days also contributed to the decline in loan interest compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. Higher overnight funds interest also contributed to the increase over the first quarter of 2024 reflective of a higher level of average earning assets.

    Our net interest margin for the first quarter of 2025 was 4.22%, an increase of five basis points over the fourth quarter of 2024 and an increase of 21 basis points over the first quarter of 2024. For the month of March 2025, our net interest margin was 4.22%. The increase in net interest margin over the fourth quarter of 2024 reflected a higher yield in the investment portfolio driven by new purchases during the quarter and a lower cost of deposits, partially offset by a lower overnight funds rate. The increase over the first quarter of 2024 reflected favorable investment repricing, a lower cost of deposits, and a higher overnight funds rate, partially offset by lower average loan balances for both prior periods.   For the first quarter of 2025, our cost of funds was 84 basis points, a decrease of four basis points from the fourth quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2024. Our cost of deposits (including noninterest bearing accounts) was 82 basis points, 86 basis points, and 85 basis points, respectively, for the same periods.

    Provision for Credit Losses

    We recorded a provision expense for credit losses of $0.8 million for the first quarter of 2025 compared to $0.7 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 and $0.9 million for the first quarter of 2024. For the first quarter of 2025, we recorded a provision expense of $1.1 million for loans held for investment (“HFI”) and a provision benefit of $0.3 million for unfunded loan commitments, which was comparable to the fourth quarter of 2024. We discuss the various factors that impacted our provision expense in detail below under the heading Allowance for Credit Losses.  

    Noninterest Income and Noninterest Expense

    Noninterest income for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $19.9 million compared to $18.8 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 and $18.1 million for the first quarter of 2024. The $1.1 million, or 6.1%, increase over the fourth quarter of 2024 was primarily due to a $0.7 million increase in mortgage banking revenues and a $0.5 million increase in wealth management fees, partially offset by a $0.1 million decrease in deposits fees.   The increase in mortgage revenues was driven by an increase in rate locks and a higher gain on sale margin. The increase in wealth management fees was attributable to a $0.5 million increase in insurance commission revenue.   Compared to the first quarter of 2024, the $1.8 million, or 10.0%, increase was driven by a $1.1 million increase in wealth management fees and a $0.9 million increase in mortgage banking revenues, partially offset by a $0.2 million decrease in deposit fees.   The increase in wealth management fees reflected higher retail brokerage fees of $0.6 million, insurance commission revenue of $0.3 million, and trust fees of $0.2 million. The increase in mortgage revenues was driven by an increase in loan fundings and a higher gain on sale margin.     

    Noninterest expense for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $38.7 million compared to $41.8 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 and $40.2 million for the first quarter of 2024.   The $3.1 million, or 7.4%, decrease from the fourth quarter of 2024, reflected a $3.1 million decrease in other expense, a $0.1 million decrease in occupancy expense, and a $0.1 million increase in compensation expense. The decrease in other expense was driven by a $3.5 million decrease in other real estate expense which reflected higher gains from the sale of banking facilities, primarily the sale of our operations center building in the first quarter of 2025, partially offset by a $0.5 million increase in charitable contribution expense. The slight decrease in occupancy expense was due to lower maintenance/repairs for buildings and furniture/fixtures. The slight net decrease in compensation expense reflected a $0.2 million increase in salary expense offset by a $0.1 million decrease in associate benefit expense.

    Income Taxes

    We realized income tax expense of $5.1 million (effective rate of 23.3%) for the first quarter of 2025 compared to $4.2 million (effective rate of 24.3%) for the fourth quarter of 2024 and $3.5 million (effective rate of 23.0%) for the first quarter of 2024. Compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, the decrease in our effective tax rate was primarily due to a discrete item in the first quarter of 2025 related to an excess tax benefit for stock compensation.   Absent discrete items, we expect our annual effective tax rate to approximate 24% for 2025.

    Discussion of Financial Condition

    Earning Assets

    Average earning assets totaled $3.994 billion for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $72.0 million, or 1.8%, over the fourth quarter of 2024, and an increase of $144.3 million, or 3.7%, over the first quarter of 2024. The increase over both prior periods was driven by higher deposit balances (see below – Deposits).   Compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, the change in the earning asset mix reflected a $67.1 million increase in investment securities and a $22.7 million increase in overnight funds sold partially offset by a $11.5 million decrease in loans HFI and a $6.3 million decrease in loans held for sale (“HFS”).   Compared to the first quarter of 2024, the change in the earning asset mix reflected a $180.5 million increase in overnight funds and a $29.1 million increase in investment securities that was partially offset by a $62.7 million decrease in loans HFI and a $2.6 million decrease in HFS.

    Average loans HFI decreased $11.5 million, or 0.4%, from the fourth quarter of 2024 and decreased $62.7 million, or 2.3%, from the first quarter of 2024. Compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, the decrease was primarily attributable to declines in construction loans of $8.6 million, commercial loans of $5.7 million, and consumer loans of $2.1 million, partially offset by a $6.6 million increase in home equity loans.   Compared to the first quarter of 2024, the decline was driven by decreases in consumer loans (primarily indirect auto) of $58.8 million, commercial loans of $32.9 million, and commercial real estate mortgage loans of $23.1 million, partially offset by increases in residential real estate loans of $28.9 million, construction loans of $11.5 million, and home equity loans of $10.4 million.

    Loans HFI at March 31, 2025 increased $9.2 million, or 0.3%, over December 31, 2024 and decreased $70.4 million, or 2.6%, from March 31, 2024. Compared to December 31, 2024, the increase was primarily attributable to increases in commercial real estate mortgage loans of $27.8 million and residential real estate loans of $12.1 million, consumer loans (primarily indirect auto) of $6.7 million, and home equity loans of $5.9 million, partially offset by decreases in construction loans of $27.7 million, commercial loans of $4.8 million, and other loans of $10.8 million.   Compared to the first quarter of 2024, the decline was driven by decreases in consumer loans (primarily indirect auto) of $48.0 million, commercial loans of $33.9 million, commercial real estate mortgage loans of $16.7 million, and construction loans of $10.4 million, partially offset by increases in residential real estate loans of $27.8 million and home equity loans of $11.4 million.

    Allowance for Credit Losses

    At March 31, 2025, the allowance for credit losses for loans HFI totaled $29.7 million compared to $29.3 million at December 31, 2024 and $29.3 million at March 31, 2024. Activity within the allowance is provided on Page 9. The increase in the allowance over December 31, 2024 reflected higher loan balances and higher loan loss rates, partially offset by a lower level of net loan charge-offs.   The increase in the allowance over March 31, 2024 was primarily due to higher loss rates. Net loan charge-offs were nine basis points of average loans for the first quarter of 2025 versus 25 basis points for the fourth quarter of 2024 and 22 basis points for the first quarter of 2024. At March 31, 2025, the allowance represented 1.12% of loans HFI compared to 1.10% at December 31, 2024, and 1.07% at March 31, 2024.

    Credit Quality

    Nonperforming assets (nonaccrual loans and other real estate) totaled $4.4 million at March 31, 2025 compared to $6.7 million at December 31, 2024 and $6.8 million at March 31, 2024. At March 31, 2025, nonperforming assets as a percent of total assets was 0.10%, compared to 0.15% at December 31, 2024 and 0.16% at March 31, 2024. Nonaccrual loans totaled $4.3 million at March 31, 2025, a $2.0 million decrease from December 31, 2024 and a $2.5 million decrease from March 31, 2024. Further, classified loans totaled $19.2 million at March 31, 2025, a $0.7 million decrease from December 31, 2024 and a $3.1 million decrease from March 31, 2024.

    Deposits

    Average total deposits were $3.665 billion for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $65.1 million, or 1.8%, over the fourth quarter of 2024 and an increase of $89.0 million, or 2.5%, over the first quarter of 2024.   Compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, the increase was primarily attributable to higher NOW account balances largely due to the seasonal increase in our public fund balances.   The increase over the first quarter of 2024 reflected growth in NOW, money market and certificate of deposit account balances which was mainly due to a combination of balances migrating from savings and noninterest bearing accounts, in addition to receiving new deposits from existing and new clients via various deposit strategies.     

    At March 31, 2025, total deposits were $3.784 billion, an increase of $111.9 million, or 3.0%, over December 31, 2024, and an increase of $129.1 million, or 3.5%, over March 31, 2024.   The increase over December 31, 2024 was due to higher balances in all deposit categories. The increase over March 31, 2024 was primarily due to higher NOW account balances, largely due to the seasonal increase in public funds and increases in money market and certificates of deposit, partially offset by lower savings account balances. Total public funds balances were $648.0 million at March 31, 2025, $660.9 million at December 31, 2024, and $615.0 million at March 31, 2024.

    Liquidity

    The Bank maintained an average net overnight funds (i.e., deposits with banks plus FED funds sold less FED funds purchased) sold position of $320.9 million in the first quarter of 2025 compared to $298.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 and $140.5 million in the first quarter of 2024. Compared to both prior periods, the increase reflected higher average deposits (primarily seasonal public funds) and lower average loans.
        
    At March 31, 2025, we had the ability to generate approximately $1.540 billion (excludes overnight funds position of $446 million) in additional liquidity through various sources including various federal funds purchased lines, Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings, the Federal Reserve Discount Window, and brokered deposits.  

    We also view our investment portfolio as a liquidity source as we have the option to pledge securities in our portfolio as collateral for borrowings or deposits, and/or to sell selected securities in our portfolio.  Our portfolio consists of debt issued by the U.S. Treasury, U.S. governmental agencies, municipal governments, and corporate entities.  At March 31, 2025, the weighted-average maturity and duration of our portfolio were 2.64 years and 2.10 years, respectively, and the available-for-sale portfolio had a net unrealized after-tax loss of $15.4 million.    

    Capital

    Shareowners’ equity was $512.6 million at March 31, 2025 compared to $495.3 million at December 31, 2024 and $448.3 million at March 31, 2024. For the first three months of 2025, shareowners’ equity was positively impacted by net income attributable to shareowners of $16.9 million, a net $3.6 million decrease in the accumulated other comprehensive loss, the issuance of stock of $2.4 million, and stock compensation accretion of $0.4 million. The net favorable change in accumulated other comprehensive loss reflected a $4.1 million decrease in the investment securities loss that was partially offset by a $0.5 million decrease in the fair value of the interest rate swap related to subordinated debt. Shareowners’ equity was reduced by a common stock dividend of $4.1 million ($0.24 per share) and net adjustments totaling $1.9 million related to transactions under our stock compensation plans.

    At March 31, 2025, our total risk-based capital ratio was 19.20% compared to 18.64% at December 31, 2024 and 16.84% at March 31, 2024. Our common equity tier 1 capital ratio was 16.08%, 15.54%, and 13.82%, respectively, on these dates. Our leverage ratio was 11.17%, 11.05%, and 10.45%, respectively, on these dates. At March 31, 2025, all our regulatory capital ratios exceeded the thresholds to be designated as “well-capitalized” under the Basel III capital standards. Further, our tangible common equity ratio (non-GAAP financial measure) was 9.61% at March 31, 2025 compared to 9.51% and 8.53% at December 31, 2024 and March 31, 2024, respectively. If our unrealized held-to-maturity securities losses of $12.1 million (after-tax) were recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss, our adjusted tangible capital ratio would be 9.33%.

    About Capital City Bank Group, Inc.

    Capital City Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCBG) is one of the largest publicly traded financial holding companies headquartered in Florida and has approximately $4.5 billion in assets. We provide a full range of banking services, including traditional deposit and credit services, mortgage banking, asset management, trust, merchant services, bankcards, securities brokerage services and financial advisory services, including the sale of life insurance, risk management and asset protection services. Our bank subsidiary, Capital City Bank, was founded in 1895 and now has 62 banking offices and 105 ATMs/ITMs in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. For more information about Capital City Bank Group, Inc., visit www.ccbg.com.

    FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

    Forward-looking statements in this Press Release are based on current plans and expectations that are subject to uncertainties and risks, which could cause our future results to differ materially. The words “may,” “could,” “should,” “would,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “target,” “vision,” “goal,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The following factors, among others, could cause our actual results to differ: the effects of and changes in trade and monetary and fiscal policies and laws, including the interest rate policies of the Federal Reserve Board; inflation, interest rate, market and monetary fluctuations; local, regional, national, and international economic conditions and the impact they may have on us and our clients and our assessment of that impact; the costs and effects of legal and regulatory developments, the outcomes of legal proceedings or regulatory or other governmental inquiries, the results of regulatory examinations or reviews and the ability to obtain required regulatory approvals; the effect of changes in laws and regulations (including laws and regulations concerning taxes, banking, securities, and insurance) and their application with which we and our subsidiaries must comply; the effect of changes in accounting policies and practices, as may be adopted by the regulatory agencies, as well as other accounting standard setters; the accuracy of our financial statement estimates and assumptions; changes in the financial performance and/or condition of our borrowers; changes in the mix of loan geographies, sectors and types or the level of non-performing assets and charge-offs; changes in estimates of future credit loss reserve requirements based upon the periodic review thereof under relevant regulatory and accounting requirements; changes in our liquidity position; the timely development and acceptance of new products and services and perceived overall value of these products and services by users; changes in consumer spending, borrowing, and saving habits; greater than expected costs or difficulties related to the integration of new products and lines of business; technological changes; the cost and effects of cyber incidents or other failures, interruptions, or security breaches of our systems or those of our customers or third-party providers; acquisitions and integration of acquired businesses; impairment of our goodwill or other intangible assets; changes in the reliability of our vendors, internal control systems, or information systems; our ability to increase market share and control expenses; our ability to attract and retain qualified employees; changes in our organization, compensation, and benefit plans; the soundness of other financial institutions; volatility and disruption in national and international financial and commodity markets; changes in the competitive environment in our markets and among banking organizations and other financial service providers; government intervention in the U.S. financial system; the effects of natural disasters (including hurricanes), widespread health emergencies (including pandemics), military conflict, terrorism, civil unrest, climate change or other geopolitical events; our ability to declare and pay dividends; structural changes in the markets for origination, sale and servicing of residential mortgages; any inability to implement and maintain effective internal control over financial reporting and/or disclosure control; negative publicity and the impact on our reputation; and the limited trading activity and concentration of ownership of our common stock. Additional factors can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 and our other filings with the SEC, which are available at the SEC’s internet site (http://www.sec.gov). Forward-looking statements in this Press Release speak only as of the date of the Press Release, and we assume no obligation to update forward-looking statements or the reasons why actual results could differ, except as may be required by law.

    For Information Contact:

    Jep Larkin
    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    850.402. 8450

    USE OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
    Unaudited

    We present a tangible common equity ratio and a tangible book value per diluted share that removes the effect of goodwill and other intangibles resulting from merger and acquisition activity. We believe these measures are useful to investors because it allows investors to more easily compare our capital adequacy to other companies in the industry.

    The GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliations are provided below.

    (Dollars in Thousands, except per share data) Mar 31, 2025 Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024
    Shareowners’ Equity (GAAP)   $ 512,575   $ 495,317   $ 476,499   $ 460,999   $ 448,314  
    Less: Goodwill and Other Intangibles (GAAP)     92,733     92,773     92,813     92,853     92,893  
    Tangible Shareowners’ Equity (non-GAAP) A   419,842     402,544     383,686     368,146     355,421  
    Total Assets (GAAP)     4,461,233     4,324,932     4,225,316     4,225,695     4,259,922  
    Less: Goodwill and Other Intangibles (GAAP)     92,733     92,773     92,813     92,853     92,893  
    Tangible Assets (non-GAAP) B $ 4,368,500   $ 4,232,159   $ 4,132,503   $ 4,132,842   $ 4,167,029  
    Tangible Common Equity Ratio (non-GAAP) A/B   9.61%     9.51%     9.28%     8.91%     8.53%  
    Actual Diluted Shares Outstanding (GAAP) C   17,072,330     17,018,122     16,980,686     16,970,228     16,947,204  
    Tangible Book Value per Diluted Share (non-GAAP) A/C $ 24.59   $ 23.65   $ 22.60   $ 21.69   $ 20.97  
     
    CAPITAL CITY BANK GROUP, INC.
    EARNINGS HIGHLIGHTS
    Unaudited
                   
        Three Months Ended  
    (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)   Mar 31, 2025   Dec 31, 2024   Mar 31, 2024  
    EARNINGS              
    Net Income Attributable to Common Shareowners $ 16,858 $ 13,090 $ 12,557 $
    Diluted Net Income Per Share $ 0.99 $ 0.77 $ 0.74 $
    PERFORMANCE              
    Return on Average Assets (annualized)   1.58 % 1.22 % 1.21 %
    Return on Average Equity (annualized)   13.32   10.60   11.07  
    Net Interest Margin   4.22   4.17   4.01  
    Noninterest Income as % of Operating Revenue   32.39   31.34   32.06  
    Efficiency Ratio   62.93 % 69.74 % 71.06 %
    CAPITAL ADEQUACY              
    Tier 1 Capital   18.01 % 17.46 % 15.67 %
    Total Capital   19.20   18.64   16.84  
    Leverage   11.17   11.05   10.45  
    Common Equity Tier 1   16.08   15.54   13.82  
    Tangible Common Equity (1)   9.61   9.51   8.53  
    Equity to Assets   11.49 % 11.45 % 10.52 %
    ASSET QUALITY              
    Allowance as % of Non-Performing Loans   692.10 % 464.14 % 431.46 %
    Allowance as a % of Loans HFI   1.12   1.10   1.07  
    Net Charge-Offs as % of Average Loans HFI   0.09   0.25   0.22  
    Nonperforming Assets as % of Loans HFI and OREO   0.17   0.25   0.25  
    Nonperforming Assets as % of Total Assets   0.10 % 0.15 % 0.16 %
    STOCK PERFORMANCE              
    High $ 38.27 $ 40.86 $ 31.34 $
    Low   33.00   33.00   26.59  
    Close $ 35.96 $ 36.65 $ 27.70 $
    Average Daily Trading Volume   24,486   27,484   31,023  
                   
    (1) Tangible common equity ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure. For additional information, including a reconciliation to GAAP, refer to Page 5.
                   
    CAPITAL CITY BANK GROUP, INC.
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
    Unaudited
                         
      2025     2024  
    (Dollars in thousands) First Quarter   Fourth Quarter   Third Quarter   Second Quarter   First Quarter
    ASSETS                    
    Cash and Due From Banks $ 78,521   $ 70,543   $ 83,431   $ 75,304   $ 73,642  
    Funds Sold and Interest Bearing Deposits   446,042     321,311     261,779     272,675     231,047  
    Total Cash and Cash Equivalents   524,563     391,854     345,210     347,979     304,689  
                         
    Investment Securities Available for Sale   461,224     403,345     336,187     310,941     327,338  
    Investment Securities Held to Maturity   517,176     567,155     561,480     582,984     603,386  
    Other Equity Securities   2,315     2,399     6,976     2,537     3,445  
    Total Investment Securities   980,715     972,899     904,643     896,462     934,169  
                         
    Loans Held for Sale (“HFS”):   21,441     28,672     31,251     24,022     24,705  
                         
    Loans Held for Investment (“HFI”):                    
    Commercial, Financial, & Agricultural   184,393     189,208     194,625     204,990     218,298  
    Real Estate – Construction   192,282     219,994     218,899     200,754     202,692  
    Real Estate – Commercial   806,942     779,095     819,955     823,122     823,690  
    Real Estate – Residential   1,040,594     1,028,498     1,023,485     1,012,541     1,012,791  
    Real Estate – Home Equity   225,987     220,064     210,988     211,126     214,617  
    Consumer   206,191     199,479     213,305     234,212     254,168  
    Other Loans   3,227     14,006     461     2,286     3,789  
    Overdrafts   1,154     1,206     1,378     1,192     1,127  
    Total Loans Held for Investment   2,660,770     2,651,550     2,683,096     2,690,223     2,731,172  
    Allowance for Credit Losses   (29,734 )   (29,251 )   (29,836 )   (29,219 )   (29,329 )
    Loans Held for Investment, Net   2,631,036     2,622,299     2,653,260     2,661,004     2,701,843  
                         
    Premises and Equipment, Net   80,043     81,952     81,876     81,414     81,452  
    Goodwill and Other Intangibles   92,733     92,773     92,813     92,853     92,893  
    Other Real Estate Owned   132     367     650     650     1  
    Other Assets   130,570     134,116     115,613     121,311     120,170  
    Total Other Assets   303,478     309,208     290,952     296,228     294,516  
    Total Assets $ 4,461,233   $ 4,324,932   $ 4,225,316   $ 4,225,695   $ 4,259,922  
    LIABILITIES                    
    Deposits:                    
    Noninterest Bearing Deposits $ 1,363,739   $ 1,306,254   $ 1,330,715   $ 1,343,606   $ 1,361,939  
    NOW Accounts   1,292,654     1,285,281     1,174,585     1,177,180     1,212,452  
    Money Market Accounts   445,999     404,396     401,272     413,594     398,308  
    Savings Accounts   511,265     506,766     507,604     514,560     530,782  
    Certificates of Deposit   170,233     169,280     164,901     159,624     151,320  
    Total Deposits   3,783,890     3,671,977     3,579,077     3,608,564     3,654,801  
                         
    Repurchase Agreements   22,799     26,240     29,339     22,463     23,477  
    Other Short-Term Borrowings   14,401     2,064     7,929     3,307     8,409  
    Subordinated Notes Payable   52,887     52,887     52,887     52,887     52,887  
    Other Long-Term Borrowings   794     794     794     1,009     265  
    Other Liabilities   73,887     75,653     71,974     69,987     65,181  
    Total Liabilities   3,948,658     3,829,615     3,742,000     3,758,217     3,805,020  
                         
    Temporary Equity           6,817     6,479     6,588  
    SHAREOWNERS’ EQUITY                    
    Common Stock   171     170     169     169     169  
    Additional Paid-In Capital   38,576     37,684     36,070     35,547     34,861  
    Retained Earnings   476,715     463,949     454,342     445,959     435,364  
    Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss, Net of Tax   (2,887 )   (6,486 )   (14,082 )   (20,676 )   (22,080 )
    Total Shareowners’ Equity   512,575     495,317     476,499     460,999     448,314  
    Total Liabilities, Temporary Equity and Shareowners’ Equity $ 4,461,233   $ 4,324,932   $ 4,225,316   $ 4,225,695   $ 4,259,922  
    OTHER BALANCE SHEET DATA                    
    Earning Assets $ 4,108,969   $ 3,974,431   $ 3,880,769   $ 3,883,382   $ 3,921,093  
    Interest Bearing Liabilities   2,511,032     2,447,708     2,339,311     2,344,624     2,377,900  
    Book Value Per Diluted Share $ 30.02   $ 29.11   $ 28.06   $ 27.17   $ 26.45  
    Tangible Book Value Per Diluted Share(1)   24.59     23.65     22.60     21.69     20.97  
    Actual Basic Shares Outstanding   17,055     16,975     16,944     16,942     16,929  
    Actual Diluted Shares Outstanding   17,072     17,018     16,981     16,970     16,947  
     
    (1) Tangible book value per diluted share is a non-GAAP financial measure. For additional information, including a reconciliation to GAAP, refer to Page 5.
     
    CAPITAL CITY BANK GROUP, INC.
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
    Unaudited                    
                         
        2025   2024
    (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)   First Quarter   Fourth Quarter   Third Quarter   Second Quarter   First Quarter
    INTEREST INCOME                    
    Loans, including Fees $ 40,478 $ 41,453   $ 41,659 $ 41,138 $ 40,683
    Investment Securities   5,808   4,694     4,155   4,004   4,244
    Federal Funds Sold and Interest Bearing Deposits   3,496   3,596     3,514   3,624   1,893
    Total Interest Income   49,782   49,743     49,328   48,766   46,820
    INTEREST EXPENSE                    
    Deposits   7,383   7,766     8,223   8,579   7,594
    Repurchase Agreements   164   199     221   217   201
    Other Short-Term Borrowings   117   83     52   68   39
    Subordinated Notes Payable   560   581     610   630   628
    Other Long-Term Borrowings   11   11     11   3   3
    Total Interest Expense   8,235   8,640     9,117   9,497   8,465
    Net Interest Income   41,547   41,103     40,211   39,269   38,355
    Provision for Credit Losses   768   701     1,206   1,204   920
    Net Interest Income after Provision for Credit Losses   40,779   40,402     39,005   38,065   37,435
    NONINTEREST INCOME                    
    Deposit Fees   5,061   5,207     5,512   5,377   5,250
    Bank Card Fees   3,514   3,697     3,624   3,766   3,620
    Wealth Management Fees   5,763   5,222     4,770   4,439   4,682
    Mortgage Banking Revenues   3,820   3,118     3,966   4,381   2,878
    Other   1,749   1,516     1,641   1,643   1,667
    Total Noninterest Income   19,907   18,760     19,513   19,606   18,097
    NONINTEREST EXPENSE                    
    Compensation   26,248   26,108     25,800   24,406   24,407
    Occupancy, Net   6,793   6,893     7,098   6,997   6,994
    Other   5,660   8,781     10,023   9,038   8,770
    Total Noninterest Expense   38,701   41,782     42,921   40,441   40,171
    OPERATING PROFIT   21,985   17,380     15,597   17,230   15,361
    Income Tax Expense   5,127   4,219     2,980   3,189   3,536
    Net Income   16,858   13,161     12,617   14,041   11,825
    Pre-Tax (Income) Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest     (71 )   501   109   732
    NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO
    COMMON SHAREOWNERS
    $ 16,858 $ 13,090   $ 13,118 $ 14,150 $ 12,557
    PER COMMON SHARE                    
    Basic Net Income $ 0.99 $ 0.77   $ 0.77 $ 0.84 $ 0.74
    Diluted Net Income   0.99   0.77     0.77   0.83   0.74
    Cash Dividend $ 0.24 $ 0.23   $ 0.23 $ 0.21 $ 0.21
    AVERAGE SHARES                    
    Basic   17,027   16,946     16,943   16,931   16,951
    Diluted   17,044   16,990     16,979   16,960   16,969
     
    CAPITAL CITY BANK GROUP, INC.
    ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES (“ACL”)
    AND CREDIT QUALITY
    Unaudited                    
                         
        2025     2024  
    (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)   First Quarter   Fourth Quarter   Third Quarter   Second Quarter   First Quarter
    ACL – HELD FOR INVESTMENT LOANS                    
    Balance at Beginning of Period $ 29,251   $ 29,836   $ 29,219   $ 29,329   $ 29,941  
    Transfer from Other (Assets) Liabilities                   (50 )
    Provision for Credit Losses   1,083     1,085     1,879     1,129     932  
    Net Charge-Offs (Recoveries)   600     1,670     1,262     1,239     1,494  
    Balance at End of Period $ 29,734   $ 29,251   $ 29,836   $ 29,219   $ 29,329  
    As a % of Loans HFI   1.12 %   1.10 %   1.11 %   1.09 %   1.07 %
    As a % of Nonperforming Loans   692.10 %   464.14 %   452.64 %   529.79 %   431.46 %
    ACL – UNFUNDED COMMITMENTS                    
    Balance at Beginning of Period   2,155   $ 2,522   $ 3,139   $ 3,121   $ 3,191  
    Provision for Credit Losses   (323 )   (367 )   (617 )   18     (70 )
    Balance at End of Period(1)   1,832     2,155     2,522     3,139     3,121  
    ACL – DEBT SECURITIES                    
    Provision for Credit Losses $ 8   $ (17 ) $ (56 ) $ 57   $ 58  
    CHARGE-OFFS                    
    Commercial, Financial and Agricultural $ 168   $ 499   $ 331   $ 400   $ 282  
    Real Estate – Construction       47              
    Real Estate – Commercial           3          
    Real Estate – Residential   8     44             17  
    Real Estate – Home Equity       33     23         76  
    Consumer   865     1,307     1,315     1,061     1,550  
    Overdrafts   570     574     611     571     638  
    Total Charge-Offs $ 1,611   $ 2,504   $ 2,283   $ 2,032   $ 2,563  
    RECOVERIES                    
    Commercial, Financial and Agricultural $ 75   $ 103   $ 176   $ 59   $ 41  
    Real Estate – Construction       3              
    Real Estate – Commercial   3     33     5     19     204  
    Real Estate – Residential   119     28     88     23     37  
    Real Estate – Home Equity   9     17     59     37     24  
    Consumer   481     352     405     313     410  
    Overdrafts   324     298     288     342     353  
    Total Recoveries $ 1,011   $ 834   $ 1,021   $ 793   $ 1,069  
    NET CHARGE-OFFS (RECOVERIES) $ 600   $ 1,670   $ 1,262   $ 1,239   $ 1,494  
    Net Charge-Offs as a % of Average Loans HFI(2)   0.09 %   0.25 %   0.19 %   0.18 %   0.22 %
    CREDIT QUALITY                    
    Nonaccruing Loans $ 4,296   $ 6,302   $ 6,592   $ 5,515   $ 6,798  
    Other Real Estate Owned   132     367     650     650     1  
    Total Nonperforming Assets (“NPAs”) $ 4,428   $ 6,669   $ 7,242   $ 6,165   $ 6,799  
                         
    Past Due Loans 30-89 Days $ 3,735   $ 4,311   $ 9,388   $ 5,672   $ 5,392  
    Classified Loans   19,194     19,896     25,501     25,566     22,305  
                         
    Nonperforming Loans as a % of Loans HFI   0.16 %   0.24 %   0.25 %   0.21 %   0.25 %
    NPAs as a % of Loans HFI and Other Real Estate   0.17 %   0.25 %   0.27 %   0.23 %   0.25 %
    NPAs as a % of Total Assets   0.10 %   0.15 %   0.17 %   0.15 %   0.16 %
                         
    (1)Recorded in other liabilities
    (2)Annualized
                         
    CAPITAL CITY BANK GROUP, INC.
    AVERAGE BALANCE AND INTEREST RATES
    Unaudited
                                                                           
        First Quarter 2025     Fourth Quarter 2024     Third Quarter 2024     Second Quarter 2024     First Quarter 2024  
    (Dollars in thousands)   Average
    Balance
      Interest   Average
    Rate
        Average
    Balance
      Interest   Average
    Rate
        Average
    Balance
      Interest   Average
    Rate
        Average
    Balance
      Interest   Average
    Rate
        Average
    Balance
      Interest   Average
    Rate
     
    ASSETS:                                                                      
    Loans Held for Sale $ 24,726   $ 490   8.04 % $ 31,047   $ 976   7.89 % $ 24,570   $ 720   7.49 % $ 26,281     517   5.26 % $ 27,314   $ 563   5.99 %
    Loans Held for Investment(1)   2,665,910     40,029   6.09     2,677,396     40,521   6.07     2,693,533     40,985   6.09     2,726,748     40,683   6.03     2,728,629     40,196   5.95  
                                                                           
    Investment Securities                                                                      
    Taxable Investment Securities   981,485     5,802   2.38     914,353     4,688   2.04     907,610     4,148   1.82     918,989     3,998   1.74     952,328     4,238   1.78  
    Tax-Exempt Investment Securities(1)   845     9   4.32     849     9   4.31     846     10   4.33     843     9   4.36     856     10   4.34  
                                                                           
    Total Investment Securities   982,330     5,811   2.38     915,202     4,697   2.04     908,456     4,158   1.82     919,832     4,007   1.74     953,184     4,248   1.78  
                                                                           
    Federal Funds Sold and Interest Bearing Deposits   320,948     3,496   4.42     298,255     3,596   4.80     256,855     3,514   5.44     262,419     3,624   5.56     140,488     1,893   5.42  
                                                                           
    Total Earning Assets   3,993,914   $ 49,826   5.06 %   3,921,900   $ 49,790   5.05 %   3,883,414   $ 49,377   5.06 %   3,935,280   $ 48,831   4.99 %   3,849,615   $ 46,900   4.90 %
                                                                           
    Cash and Due From Banks   73,467               73,992               70,994               74,803               75,763            
    Allowance for Credit Losses   (30,008 )             (30,107 )             (29,905 )             (29,564 )             (30,030 )          
    Other Assets   297,660               293,884               291,359               291,669               295,275            
                                                                           
    Total Assets $ 4,335,033             $ 4,259,669             $ 4,215,862             $ 4,272,188             $ 4,190,623            
                                                                           
    LIABILITIES:                                                                      
    Noninterest Bearing Deposits $ 1,317,425             $ 1,323,556             $ 1,332,305             $ 1,346,546             $ 1,344,188            
    NOW Accounts   1,249,955   $ 3,854   1.25 %   1,182,073   $ 3,826   1.29 %   1,145,544   $ 4,087   1.42 %   1,207,643   $ 4,425   1.47 %   1,201,032   $ 4,497   1.51 %
    Money Market Accounts   420,059     2,187   2.11     422,615     2,526   2.38     418,625     2,694   2.56     407,387     2,752   2.72     353,591     1,985   2.26  
    Savings Accounts   507,676     176   0.14     504,859     179   0.14     512,098     180   0.14     519,374     176   0.14     539,374     188   0.14  
    Time Deposits   170,367     1,166   2.78     167,321     1,235   2.94     163,462     1,262   3.07     160,078     1,226   3.08     138,328     924   2.69  
    Total Interest Bearing Deposits   2,348,057     7,383   1.28     2,276,868     7,766   1.36     2,239,729     8,223   1.46     2,294,482     8,579   1.50     2,232,325     7,594   1.37  
    Total Deposits   3,665,482     7,383   0.82     3,600,424     7,766   0.86     3,572,034     8,223   0.92     3,641,028     8,579   0.95     3,576,513     7,594   0.85  
    Repurchase Agreements   29,821     164   2.23     28,018     199   2.82     27,126     221   3.24     26,999     217   3.24     25,725     201   3.14  
    Other Short-Term Borrowings   7,437     117   6.39     6,510     83   5.06     2,673     52   7.63     6,592     68   4.16     3,758     39   4.16  
    Subordinated Notes Payable   52,887     560   4.23     52,887     581   4.30     52,887     610   4.52     52,887     630   4.71     52,887     628   4.70  
    Other Long-Term Borrowings   794     11   5.68     794     11   5.57     795     11   5.55     258     3   4.31     281     3   4.80  
    Total Interest Bearing Liabilities   2,438,996   $ 8,235   1.37 %   2,365,077   $ 8,640   1.45 %   2,323,210   $ 9,117   1.56 %   2,381,218   $ 9,497   1.60 %   2,314,976   $ 8,465   1.47 %
                                                                           
    Other Liabilities   65,211               73,130               73,767               72,634               68,295            
                                                                           
    Total Liabilities   3,821,632               3,761,763               3,729,282               3,800,398               3,727,459            
    Temporary Equity                 6,763               6,443               6,493               7,150            
                                                                           
    SHAREOWNERS’ EQUITY:   513,401               491,143               480,137               465,297               456,014            
                                                                           
    Total Liabilities, Temporary Equity and Shareowners’ Equity $ 4,335,033             $ 4,259,669             $ 4,215,862             $ 4,272,188             $ 4,190,623            
                                                                           
    Interest Rate Spread     $ 41,591   3.69 %     $ 41,150   3.59 %     $ 40,260   3.49 %     $ 39,334   3.38 %     $ 38,435   3.43 %
                                                                           
    Interest Income and Rate Earned(1)       49,826   5.06         49,790   5.05         49,377   5.06         48,831   4.99         46,900   4.90  
    Interest Expense and Rate Paid(2)       8,235   0.84         8,640   0.88         9,117   0.93         9,497   0.97         8,465   0.88  
                                                                           
    Net Interest Margin     $ 41,591   4.22 %     $ 41,150   4.17 %     $ 40,260   4.12 %     $ 39,334   4.02 %     $ 38,435   4.01 %
                                                                           
    (1)Interest and average rates are calculated on a tax-equivalent basis using a 21% Federal tax rate.
    (2)Rate calculated based on average earning assets.

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  • MIL-OSI: HBT Financial, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    First Quarter Highlights

    • Net income of $19.1 million, or $0.60 per diluted share; return on average assets (“ROAA”) of 1.54%; return on average stockholders’ equity (“ROAE”) of 13.95%; and return on average tangible common equity (“ROATCE”)(1) of 16.20%
    • Adjusted net income(1) of $19.3 million; or $0.61 per diluted share; adjusted ROAA(1) of 1.55%; adjusted ROAE(1) of 14.08%; and adjusted ROATCE(1) of 16.36%
    • Asset quality remained exceptional with nonperforming assets to total assets of 0.11% and net charge-offs to average loans of 0.05%, on an annualized basis
    • Net interest margin increased 16 basis points to 4.12% and net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis)(1)increased 15 basis point to 4.16%

    BLOOMINGTON, Ill., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HBT Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: HBT) (the “Company” or “HBT Financial” or “HBT”), the holding company for Heartland Bank and Trust Company, today reported net income of $19.1 million, or $0.60 diluted earnings per share, for the first quarter of 2025. This compares to net income of $20.3 million, or $0.64 diluted earnings per share, for the fourth quarter of 2024, and net income of $15.3 million, or $0.48 diluted earnings per share, for the first quarter of 2024.

    J. Lance Carter, President and Chief Executive Officer of HBT Financial, said, “We are off to a great start in 2025 with strong first quarter results. Despite the economic outlook recently becoming more uncertain, leading to interest rate volatility and stock market declines, we still believe that 2025 will be a solid year for HBT. Our credit discipline, strong profitability and solid balance sheet give us confidence that we are prepared for a variety of economic environments.

    We continued to report solid profitability with adjusted net income(1) of $19.3 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, an adjusted ROAA(1) of 1.55% and an adjusted ROATCE(1) of 16.36%. Our net interest margin on a tax-equivalent basis(1) increased by 15 basis points, with 5 basis points of that increase related to higher nonaccrual interest recoveries and loan fees, as average loan balances were higher, loans and securities continued to reprice higher, and deposits repriced lower. Our strong profitability coupled with an improvement in our accumulated other comprehensive income due to lower interest rates, resulted in a $0.63 increase in our tangible book value per share(1) to $15.43. Tangible book value per share increased by 4.3% for the quarter and 17.0% over the last year.

    Our balance sheet remains strong with all capital ratios increasing during the quarter and asset quality improving with nonperforming assets to total assets declining to only 0.11%. Loans at quarter-end were down only slightly while average loans for the quarter were up 2.2%. Deposits were up 1.5% at quarter-end and average deposits for the quarter were up 1.1%. Deposit growth was aided by moving most of our repurchase agreements into interest-bearing demand deposits. Our capital levels and operational structure support attractive acquisition opportunities should the right opportunity arise and markets stabilize.”
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    (1)   See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to their most closely comparable GAAP financial measures.

    Adjusted Net Income

    In addition to reporting GAAP results, the Company believes non-GAAP measures such as adjusted net income and adjusted earnings per share, which adjust for acquisition expenses, branch closure expenses, gains (losses) on closed branch premises, realized gains (losses) on sales of securities, mortgage servicing rights fair value adjustments, and the tax effect of these pre-tax adjustments, provide investors with additional insight into its operational performance. The Company reported adjusted net income of $19.3 million, or $0.61 adjusted diluted earnings per share, for the first quarter of 2025. This compares to adjusted net income of $19.5 million, or $0.62 adjusted diluted earnings per share, for the fourth quarter of 2024, and adjusted net income of $18.1 million, or $0.57 adjusted diluted earnings per share, for the first quarter of 2024 (see “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” tables below for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to their most closely comparable GAAP financial measures).

    Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin

    Net interest income for the first quarter of 2025 was $48.7 million, an increase of 2.8% from $47.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily attributable to higher average loan balances, a decrease in deposit costs, and higher yields on loans and debt securities. Additionally, a $0.6 million increase in nonaccrual interest recoveries and loan fees contributed to the increase in net interest income.

    Relative to the first quarter of 2024, net interest income increased 4.3% from $46.7 million. The increase was primarily attributable to higher average loan balances, a decrease in deposit costs, and higher yields on debt securities. Also contributing was a $0.7 million increase in nonaccrual interest recoveries and loan fees.

    Net interest margin for the first quarter of 2025 was 4.12%, compared to 3.96% for the fourth quarter of 2024, and net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis)(1) for the first quarter of 2025 was 4.16%, compared to 4.01% for the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily attributable to higher yields on interest-earning assets, which increased 9 basis points to 5.34%, and lower funding costs, which decreased 7 basis points to 1.32%. Additionally, an increase in the contribution of nonaccrual interest recoveries and loan fees accounted for 5 basis points of the increase in net interest margin.

    Relative to the first quarter of 2024, net interest margin increased 18 basis points from 3.94% and net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis)(1) increased 17 basis points from 3.99%. These increases were primarily attributable to higher yields on interest-earning assets, a decrease in funding costs, and an increase in nonaccrual interest recoveries and loan fees. Additionally, an increase in the contribution of nonaccrual interest recoveries and loan fees accounted for 6 basis points of the increase in net interest margin.
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    (1)   See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to their most closely comparable GAAP financial measures.

    Noninterest Income

    Noninterest income for the first quarter of 2025 was $9.3 million, a 20.0% decrease from $11.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2024. The decrease was primarily attributable to changes in the mortgage servicing rights (“MSR”) fair value adjustment, with a $0.3 million negative MSR fair value adjustment included in the first quarter 2025 results compared to a $1.3 million positive MSR fair value adjustment included in the fourth quarter 2024 results. Further contributing to the decrease was a $0.3 million decrease in wealth management fees, primarily driven by a seasonal decrease in farm management income, a $0.3 million decrease in income on bank owned life insurance, primarily due to the absence of a $0.2 million gain on life insurance proceeds included in the fourth quarter 2024 results, and a $0.2 million decrease in card income. Partially offsetting these decreases was the absence of a $0.3 million realized loss on sale of debt securities included in the fourth quarter 2024 results.

    Relative to the first quarter of 2024, noninterest income increased 65.4% from $5.6 million. The increase was primarily attributable to the absence of $3.4 million in realized losses on the sale of debt securities included in the first quarter 2024 results.

    Noninterest Expense

    Noninterest expense for the first quarter of 2025 was $31.9 million, a 3.3% increase from $30.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily attributable to a $1.3 million increase in salaries expense, primarily driven by seasonal variations in vacation accruals and annual merit increases which took effect in early March, and a $0.6 million increase in employee benefits expense, primarily attributable to higher medical benefit costs. Partially offsetting these increases were a $0.3 million decrease in other noninterest expense and a $0.3 million decrease in data processing expense.

    Relative to the first quarter of 2024, noninterest expense increased 2.1% from $31.3 million. The increase was primarily attributable to a $0.5 million increase in employee benefits expense, primarily driven by increased medical benefit costs, and a $0.4 million increase in salaries expense. Partially offsetting these increases was a $0.2 million decrease in data processing expense.

    Income Taxes

    During the first quarter of 2025 our effective tax rate decreased to 25.2% when compared to 26.0% during the fourth quarter of 2024. This decrease was primarily related to a $0.2 million tax benefit from stock-based compensation that vested during the quarter. Additionally, during the second quarter of 2025, we expect to recognize an additional $0.3 million of tax expense related to the reversal of a stranded tax effect included in accumulated other comprehensive income in connection with the maturity of a derivative designated as a cash flow hedge.

    Loan Portfolio

    Total loans outstanding, before allowance for credit losses, were $3.46 billion at March 31, 2025, compared with $3.47 billion at December 31, 2024, and $3.35 billion at March 31, 2024. Total loans as of March 31, 2025 were nearly unchanged when compared to December 31, 2024 with a $23.2 million increase in grain elevator lines of credit in the commercial and industrial segment, due to seasonally higher line utilization, partially offset by a $12.0 million reduction on two lines of credit that funded shortly before and paid off after December 31, 2024, as noted in the previous quarter’s earnings release. Larger payoffs in the one-to-four family residential, multi-family, and commercial real estate – non-owner occupied segments were partially offset by draws on existing loans in the construction and development segment and new originations in the municipal, consumer, and other segment. Additionally, average loan balances increased $73.4 million, or 2.2%, from the fourth quarter of 2024 to the first quarter of 2025.

    Deposits

    Total deposits were $4.38 billion at March 31, 2025, compared with $4.32 billion at December 31, 2024, and $4.36 billion at March 31, 2024. The $66.3 million increase from December 31, 2024 was primarily attributable to higher balances maintained in existing retail accounts. Additionally, the vast majority of repurchase agreement account balances at December 31, 2024 were transitioned to reciprocal interest-bearing demand deposit accounts during the first quarter of 2025.

    Asset Quality

    Nonperforming assets totaled $5.6 million, or 0.11% of total assets, at March 31, 2025, compared with $8.0 million, or 0.16% of total assets, at December 31, 2024, and $9.9 million, or 0.20% of total assets, at March 31, 2024. Additionally, of the $5.1 million of nonperforming loans held as of March 31, 2025, $1.4 million is either wholly or partially guaranteed by the U.S. government. The $2.5 million decrease in nonperforming assets from December 31, 2024 was primarily attributable to the pay-off of a $1.6 million nonaccrual commercial real estate – non-owner occupied credit.

    The Company recorded a provision for credit losses of $0.6 million for the first quarter of 2025. The provision for credit losses primarily reflects a $0.8 million increase in required reserves resulting from changes in qualitative factors; a $0.1 million increase in required reserves driven by changes within the portfolio; and a $0.3 million decrease in specific reserves.

    The Company had net charge-offs of $0.4 million, or 0.05% of average loans on an annualized basis, for the first quarter of 2025, compared to net charge-offs of $0.7 million, or 0.08% of average loans on an annualized basis, for the fourth quarter of 2024, and net recoveries of $0.2 million, or 0.02% of average loans on an annualized basis, for the first quarter of 2024.

    The Company’s allowance for credit losses was 1.22% of total loans and 825% of nonperforming loans at March 31, 2025, compared with 1.21% of total loans and 549% of nonperforming loans at December 31, 2024. In addition, the allowance for credit losses on unfunded lending-related commitments totaled $3.2 million as of March 31, 2025, compared with $3.1 million as of December 31, 2024.

    Capital

    As of March 31, 2025, the Company exceeded all regulatory capital requirements under Basel III as summarized in the following table:

        March 31, 2025   For Capital
    Adequacy Purposes
    With Capital
    Conservation Buffer
             
    Total capital to risk-weighted assets   16.85 %   10.50 %
    Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets   14.77     8.50  
    Common equity tier 1 capital ratio   13.48     7.00  
    Tier 1 leverage ratio   11.64     4.00  
                 

    The ratio of tangible common equity to tangible assets(1) increased to 9.73% as of March 31, 2025, from 9.42% as of December 31, 2024, and tangible book value per share(1) increased by $0.63 to $15.43 as of March 31, 2025, when compared to December 31, 2024.

    During the first quarter of 2025, the Company did not repurchase shares of its common stock under its stock repurchase program. The Company’s Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $15.0 million of HBT Financial common stock under its stock repurchase program, which is in effect until January 1, 2026. As of March 31, 2025, the Company had $15.0 million remaining under the stock repurchase program.
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    (1)   See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to their most closely comparable GAAP financial measures.

    About HBT Financial, Inc.

    HBT Financial, Inc., headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, is the holding company for Heartland Bank and Trust Company, and has banking roots that can be traced back to 1920. HBT Financial provides a comprehensive suite of financial products and services to consumers, businesses, and municipal entities throughout Illinois and eastern Iowa through 66 full-service branches. As of March 31, 2025, HBT Financial had total assets of $5.1 billion, total loans of $3.5 billion, and total deposits of $4.4 billion.

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    Some of the financial measures included in this press release are not measures of financial performance recognized in accordance with GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures include adjusted net income, adjusted earnings per share, adjusted ROAA, pre-provision net revenue, pre-provision net revenue less charge-offs (recoveries), adjusted pre-provision net revenue, adjusted pre-provision net revenue less charge-offs (recoveries), net interest income (tax-equivalent basis), net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis), efficiency ratio (tax-equivalent basis), adjusted efficiency ratio (tax-equivalent basis), the ratio of tangible common equity to tangible assets, tangible book value per share, adjusted ROAE, ROATCE, and adjusted ROATCE. Our management uses these non-GAAP financial measures, together with the related GAAP financial measures, in its analysis of our performance and in making business decisions. Management believes that it is a standard practice in the banking industry to present these non-GAAP financial measures, and accordingly believes that providing these measures may be useful for peer comparison purposes. These disclosures should not be viewed as substitutes for the results determined to be in accordance with GAAP; nor are they necessarily comparable to non-GAAP financial measures that may be presented by other companies. See our reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures in the “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” tables.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    Readers should note that in addition to the historical information contained herein, this press release contains, and future oral and written statements of the Company and its management may contain, “forward-looking statements” within the meanings of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “will,” “propose,” “may,” “plan,” “seek,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” or “should,” or similar terminology. Any forward-looking statements presented herein are made only as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect changes in assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events, or otherwise.

    Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: (i) the strength of the local, state, national and international economies and financial markets (including effects of inflationary pressures and supply chain constraints); (ii) effects on the U.S. economy resulting from the threat or implementation of, or changes to, existing policies and executive orders including tariffs, immigration policy, regulatory or other governmental agencies, foreign policy and tax regulations; (iii) the economic impact of any future terrorist threats and attacks, widespread disease or pandemics, acts of war or other threats thereof (including the Russian invasion of Ukraine and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East), or other adverse events that could cause economic deterioration or instability in credit markets, and the response of the local, state and national governments to any such adverse external events; (iv) new and revised accounting policies and practices, as may be adopted by state and federal regulatory banking agencies, the Financial Accounting Standards Board or the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board; (v) changes in local, state and federal laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning the Company’s general business and any changes in response to the bank failures in 2023; (vi) the imposition of tariffs or other governmental policies impacting the value of products produced by the Company’s commercial borrowers; (vii) changes in interest rates and prepayment rates of the Company’s assets; (viii) increased competition in the financial services sector, including from non-bank competitors such as credit unions and fintech companies, and the inability to attract new customers; (ix) changes in technology and the ability to develop and maintain secure and reliable electronic systems; (x) unexpected results of acquisitions, which may include failure to realize the anticipated benefits of acquisitions and the possibility that transaction costs may be greater than anticipated; (xi) the loss of key executives and employees, talent shortages and employee turnover; (xii) changes in consumer spending; (xiii) unexpected outcomes or costs of existing or new litigation or other legal proceedings and regulatory actions involving the Company; (xiv) the economic impact on the Company and its customers of climate change, natural disasters and of exceptional weather occurrences such as tornadoes, floods and blizzards; (xv) fluctuations in the value of securities held in our securities portfolio, including as a result of changes in interest rates; (xvi) credit risks and risks from concentrations (by type of borrower, geographic area, collateral and industry) within our loan portfolio (including commercial real estate loans) and large loans to certain borrowers; (xvii) the overall health of the local and national real estate market; (xviii) the ability to maintain an adequate level of allowance for credit losses on loans; (xix) the concentration of large deposits from certain clients who have balances above current FDIC insurance limits and who may withdraw deposits to diversify their exposure; (xx) the ability to successfully manage liquidity risk, which may increase dependence on non-core funding sources such as brokered deposits, and may negatively impact the Company’s cost of funds; (xxi) the level of nonperforming assets on our balance sheet; (xxii) interruptions involving our information technology and communications systems or third-party servicers; (xxiii) the occurrence of fraudulent activity, breaches or failures of our third-party vendors’ information security controls or cybersecurity-related incidents, including as a result of sophisticated attacks using artificial intelligence and similar tools or as a result of insider fraud; (xxiv) the effectiveness of the Company’s risk management framework, and (xxv) the ability of the Company to manage the risks associated with the foregoing as well as anticipated. Readers should note that the forward-looking statements included in this press release are not a guarantee of future events, and that actual events may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning the Company and its business, including additional factors that could materially affect the Company’s financial results, is included in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    CONTACT:
    Peter Chapman
    HBTIR@hbtbank.com
    (309) 664-4556

         
    HBT Financial, Inc.
    Unaudited Consolidated Financial Summary
         
        As of or for the Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data)   March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    Interest and dividend income   $ 63,138     $ 62,798     $ 61,961  
    Interest expense     14,430       15,397       15,273  
    Net interest income     48,708       47,401       46,688  
    Provision for credit losses     576       725       527  
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses     48,132       46,676       46,161  
    Noninterest income     9,306       11,630       5,626  
    Noninterest expense     31,935       30,908       31,268  
    Income before income tax expense     25,503       27,398       20,519  
    Income tax expense     6,428       7,126       5,261  
    Net income   $ 19,075     $ 20,272     $ 15,258  
                 
    Earnings per share – diluted   $ 0.60     $ 0.64     $ 0.48  
                 
    Adjusted net income (1)   $ 19,253     $ 19,546     $ 18,073  
    Adjusted earnings per share – diluted (1)     0.61       0.62       0.57  
                 
    Book value per share   $ 17.86     $ 17.26     $ 15.71  
    Tangible book value per share (1)     15.43       14.80       13.19  
                 
    Shares of common stock outstanding     31,631,431       31,559,366       31,612,888  
    Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding, including all dilutive potential shares     31,711,671       31,702,864       31,803,187  
                 
    SUMMARY RATIOS            
    Net interest margin *     4.12 %     3.96 %     3.94 %
    Net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis) * (1)(2)     4.16       4.01       3.99  
                 
    Efficiency ratio     53.85 %     51.16 %     58.41 %
    Efficiency ratio (tax-equivalent basis) (1)(2)     53.35       50.68       57.78  
                 
    Loan to deposit ratio     78.95 %     80.27 %     76.73 %
                 
    Return on average assets *     1.54 %     1.61 %     1.23 %
    Return on average stockholders’ equity *     13.95       14.89       12.42  
    Return on average tangible common equity * (1)     16.20       17.40       14.83  
                 
    Adjusted return on average assets * (1)     1.55 %     1.56 %     1.45 %
    Adjusted return on average stockholders’ equity * (1)     14.08       14.36       14.72  
    Adjusted return on average tangible common equity * (1)     16.36       16.77       17.57  
                 
    CAPITAL            
    Total capital to risk-weighted assets     16.85 %     16.51 %     15.79 %
    Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets     14.77       14.50       13.77  
    Common equity tier 1 capital ratio     13.48       13.21       12.44  
    Tier 1 leverage ratio     11.64       11.51       10.65  
    Total stockholders’ equity to total assets     11.10       10.82       9.85  
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets (1)     9.73       9.42       8.40  
                 
    ASSET QUALITY            
    Net charge-offs (recoveries) to average loans *     0.05 %     0.08 %     (0.02) %
    Allowance for credit losses to loans, before allowance for credit losses     1.22       1.21       1.22  
    Nonperforming loans to loans, before allowance for credit losses     0.15       0.22       0.29  
    Nonperforming assets to total assets     0.11       0.16       0.20  

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    *   Annualized measure.

    (1)   See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to their most closely comparable GAAP financial measures.
    (2)   On a tax-equivalent basis assuming a federal income tax rate of 21% and a state tax rate of 9.5%.  

       
    HBT Financial, Inc.
    Unaudited Consolidated Financial Summary
    Consolidated Statements of Income
       
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    INTEREST AND DIVIDEND INCOME          
    Loans, including fees:          
    Taxable $ 53,369     $ 52,587     $ 51,926  
    Federally tax exempt   1,168       1,199       1,094  
    Debt securities:          
    Taxable   6,936       6,829       6,204  
    Federally tax exempt   469       482       597  
    Interest-bearing deposits in bank   1,065       1,520       1,952  
    Other interest and dividend income   131       181       188  
    Total interest and dividend income   63,138       62,798       61,961  
    INTEREST EXPENSE          
    Deposits   12,939       13,672       13,593  
    Securities sold under agreements to repurchase   22       179       152  
    Borrowings   109       115       125  
    Subordinated notes   470       470       470  
    Junior subordinated debentures issued to capital trusts   890       961       933  
    Total interest expense   14,430       15,397       15,273  
    Net interest income   48,708       47,401       46,688  
    PROVISION FOR CREDIT LOSSES   576       725       527  
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses   48,132       46,676       46,161  
    NONINTEREST INCOME          
    Card income   2,548       2,797       2,616  
    Wealth management fees   2,841       3,138       2,547  
    Service charges on deposit accounts   1,944       2,080       1,869  
    Mortgage servicing   990       1,158       1,055  
    Mortgage servicing rights fair value adjustment   (308 )     1,331       80  
    Gains on sale of mortgage loans   252       409       298  
    Realized gains (losses) on sales of securities         (315 )     (3,382 )
    Unrealized gains (losses) on equity securities   8       (83 )     (16 )
    Gains (losses) on foreclosed assets   13       7       87  
    Gains (losses) on other assets   54       2       (635 )
    Income on bank owned life insurance   164       415       164  
    Other noninterest income   800       691       943  
    Total noninterest income   9,306       11,630       5,626  
    NONINTEREST EXPENSE          
    Salaries   17,053       15,784       16,657  
    Employee benefits   3,285       2,649       2,805  
    Occupancy of bank premises   2,625       2,773       2,582  
    Furniture and equipment   445       460       550  
    Data processing   2,717       2,998       2,925  
    Marketing and customer relations   1,144       948       996  
    Amortization of intangible assets   695       709       710  
    FDIC insurance   562       557       560  
    Loan collection and servicing   383       653       452  
    Foreclosed assets   5       31       49  
    Other noninterest expense   3,021       3,346       2,982  
    Total noninterest expense   31,935       30,908       31,268  
    INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE   25,503       27,398       20,519  
    INCOME TAX EXPENSE   6,428       7,126       5,261  
    NET INCOME $ 19,075     $ 20,272     $ 15,258  
               
    EARNINGS PER SHARE – BASIC $ 0.60     $ 0.64     $ 0.48  
    EARNINGS PER SHARE – DILUTED $ 0.60     $ 0.64     $ 0.48  
    WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OF COMMON STOCK OUTSTANDING   31,584,989       31,559,366       31,662,954  
                           
               
    HBT Financial, Inc.
    Unaudited Consolidated Financial Summary
    Consolidated Balance Sheets
               
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    ASSETS          
    Cash and due from banks $ 25,005     $ 29,552     $ 19,989  
    Interest-bearing deposits with banks   186,586       108,140       240,223  
    Cash and cash equivalents   211,591       137,692       260,212  
               
    Interest-bearing time deposits with banks               515  
    Debt securities available-for-sale, at fair value   706,135       698,049       669,020  
    Debt securities held-to-maturity   490,398       499,858       517,472  
    Equity securities with readily determinable fair value   3,323       3,315       3,324  
    Equity securities with no readily determinable fair value   2,629       2,629       2,622  
    Restricted stock, at cost   5,086       5,086       5,155  
    Loans held for sale   2,721       1,586       3,479  
               
    Loans, before allowance for credit losses   3,461,778       3,466,146       3,345,962  
    Allowance for credit losses   (42,111 )     (42,044 )     (40,815 )
    Loans, net of allowance for credit losses   3,419,667       3,424,102       3,305,147  
               
    Bank owned life insurance   24,153       23,989       24,069  
    Bank premises and equipment, net   67,272       66,758       64,755  
    Bank premises held for sale   190       317       317  
    Foreclosed assets   460       367       277  
    Goodwill   59,820       59,820       59,820  
    Intangible assets, net   17,148       17,843       19,972  
    Mortgage servicing rights, at fair value   18,519       18,827       19,081  
    Investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries   1,614       1,614       1,614  
    Accrued interest receivable   22,735       24,770       23,117  
    Other assets   38,731       46,280       60,542  
    Total assets $ 5,092,192     $ 5,032,902     $ 5,040,510  
               
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY          
    Liabilities          
    Deposits:          
    Noninterest-bearing $ 1,065,874     $ 1,046,405     $ 1,047,074  
    Interest-bearing   3,318,716       3,271,849       3,313,500  
    Total deposits   4,384,590       4,318,254       4,360,574  
               
    Securities sold under agreements to repurchase   2,698       28,969       31,864  
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances   7,209       13,231       12,725  
    Subordinated notes   39,573       39,553       39,494  
    Junior subordinated debentures issued to capital trusts   52,864       52,849       52,804  
    Other liabilities   40,201       35,441       46,368  
    Total liabilities   4,527,135       4,488,297       4,543,829  
               
    Stockholders’ Equity          
    Common stock   329       328       328  
    Surplus   297,024       297,297       296,054  
    Retained earnings   329,169       316,764       278,353  
    Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)   (38,446 )     (46,765 )     (56,048 )
    Treasury stock at cost   (23,019 )     (23,019 )     (22,006 )
    Total stockholders’ equity   565,057       544,605       496,681  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 5,092,192     $ 5,032,902     $ 5,040,510  
    SHARES OF COMMON STOCK OUTSTANDING   31,631,431       31,559,366       31,612,888  
                           
               
    HBT Financial, Inc.
    Unaudited Consolidated Financial Summary
               
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    LOANS          
    Commercial and industrial $ 441,261   $ 428,389   $ 402,206
    Commercial real estate – owner occupied   321,990     322,316     294,967
    Commercial real estate – non-owner occupied   891,022     899,565     890,251
    Construction and land development   376,046     374,657     345,991
    Multi-family   424,096     431,524     421,573
    One-to-four family residential   455,376     463,968     485,948
    Agricultural and farmland   292,240     293,375     287,205
    Municipal, consumer, and other   259,747     252,352     217,821
    Total loans $ 3,461,778   $ 3,466,146   $ 3,345,962
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    DEPOSITS          
    Noninterest-bearing deposits $ 1,065,874   $ 1,046,405   $ 1,047,074
    Interest-bearing deposits:          
    Interest-bearing demand   1,143,677     1,099,061     1,139,172
    Money market   812,146     820,825     802,685
    Savings   575,558     566,533     602,739
    Time   787,335     785,430     713,142
    Brokered           55,762
    Total interest-bearing deposits   3,318,716     3,271,849     3,313,500
    Total deposits $ 4,384,590   $ 4,318,254   $ 4,360,574
                     
       
    HBT Financial, Inc.
    Unaudited Consolidated Financial Summary
       
      Three Months Ended
      March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024
    (dollars in thousands) Average
    Balance
      Interest   Yield/Cost *   Average
    Balance
      Interest   Yield/Cost *   Average
    Balance
      Interest   Yield/Cost *
                                       
    ASSETS                                  
    Loans $ 3,460,906     $ 54,537   6.39 %   $ 3,387,541     $ 53,786   6.32 %   $ 3,371,219     $ 53,020   6.33 %
    Debt securities   1,204,424       7,405   2.49       1,208,404       7,311   2.41       1,213,947       6,801   2.25  
    Deposits with banks   120,014       1,065   3.60       149,691       1,520   4.04       167,297       1,952   4.69  
    Other   12,677       131   4.19       12,698       181   5.68       12,986       188   5.82  
    Total interest-earning assets   4,798,021     $ 63,138   5.34 %     4,758,334     $ 62,798   5.25 %     4,765,449     $ 61,961   5.23 %
    Allowance for credit losses   (42,061 )             (40,942 )             (40,238 )        
    Noninterest-earning assets   276,853               277,074               278,253          
    Total assets $ 5,032,813             $ 4,994,466             $ 5,003,464          
                                       
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY                                  
    Liabilities                                  
    Interest-bearing deposits:                                  
    Interest-bearing demand $ 1,120,608     $ 1,453   0.53 %   $ 1,088,082     $ 1,351   0.49 %   $ 1,127,684     $ 1,311   0.47 %
    Money market   807,728       4,397   2.21       787,768       4,444   2.24       812,684       4,797   2.37  
    Savings   569,494       370   0.26       562,833       389   0.27       611,224       443   0.29  
    Time   784,099       6,719   3.48       796,494       7,439   3.72       664,498       5,925   3.59  
    Brokered                 3,261       49   5.96       82,150       1,117   5.47  
    Total interest-bearing deposits   3,281,929       12,939   1.60       3,238,438       13,672   1.68       3,298,240       13,593   1.66  
    Securities sold under agreements to repurchase   8,754       22   1.02       31,624       179   2.26       32,456       152   1.89  
    Borrowings   12,890       109   3.41       13,370       115   3.42       13,003       125   3.87  
    Subordinated notes   39,563       470   4.82       39,543       470   4.73       39,484       470   4.78  
    Junior subordinated debentures issued to capital trusts   52,856       890   6.83       52,841       961   7.23       52,796       933   7.11  
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   3,395,992     $ 14,430   1.72 %     3,375,816     $ 15,397   1.81 %     3,435,979     $ 15,273   1.79 %
    Noninterest-bearing deposits   1,045,733               1,041,471               1,036,402          
    Noninterest-bearing liabilities   36,373               35,644               37,107          
    Total liabilities   4,478,098               4,452,931               4,509,488          
    Stockholders’ Equity   554,715               541,535               493,976          
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 5,032,813             $ 4,994,466             $ 5,003,464          
                                       
    Net interest income/Net interest margin (1)     $ 48,708   4.12 %       $ 47,401   3.96 %       $ 46,688   3.94 %
    Tax-equivalent adjustment (2)       545   0.04           562   0.05           575   0.05  
    Net interest income (tax-equivalent basis)/
    Net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis) (2) (3)
        $ 49,253   4.16 %       $ 47,963   4.01 %       $ 47,263   3.99 %
    Net interest rate spread (4)         3.62 %           3.44 %           3.44 %
    Net interest-earning assets (5) $ 1,402,029             $ 1,382,518             $ 1,329,470          
    Ratio of interest-earning assets to interest-bearing liabilities   1.41               1.41               1.39          
    Cost of total deposits         1.21 %           1.27 %           1.26 %
    Cost of funds         1.32             1.39             1.37  

    ____________________________________

    *   Annualized measure.

    (1)   Net interest margin represents net interest income divided by average total interest-earning assets.
    (2)   On a tax-equivalent basis assuming a federal income tax rate of 21% and a state income tax rate of 9.5%.
    (3)   See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to their most closely comparable GAAP financial measures.
    (4)   Net interest rate spread represents the difference between the yield on average interest-earning assets and the cost of average interest-bearing liabilities.
    (5)   Net interest-earning assets represents total interest-earning assets less total interest-bearing liabilities.

               
    HBT Financial, Inc.
    Unaudited Consolidated Financial Summary
               
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    NONPERFORMING ASSETS          
    Nonaccrual $ 5,102     $ 7,652     $ 9,657  
    Past due 90 days or more, still accruing   4       4        
    Total nonperforming loans   5,106       7,656       9,657  
    Foreclosed assets   460       367       277  
    Total nonperforming assets $ 5,566     $ 8,023     $ 9,934  
               
    Nonperforming loans that are wholly or partially guaranteed by the U.S. Government $ 1,350     $ 1,573     $ 2,676  
               
    Allowance for credit losses $ 42,111     $ 42,044     $ 40,815  
    Loans, before allowance for credit losses   3,461,778       3,466,146       3,345,962  
               
    CREDIT QUALITY RATIOS          
    Allowance for credit losses to loans, before allowance for credit losses   1.22 %     1.21 %     1.22 %
    Allowance for credit losses to nonaccrual loans   825.38       549.45       422.65  
    Allowance for credit losses to nonperforming loans   824.74       549.16       422.65  
    Nonaccrual loans to loans, before allowance for credit losses   0.15       0.22       0.29  
    Nonperforming loans to loans, before allowance for credit losses   0.15       0.22       0.29  
    Nonperforming assets to total assets   0.11       0.16       0.20  
    Nonperforming assets to loans, before allowance for credit losses, and foreclosed assets   0.16       0.23       0.30  
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES          
    Beginning balance $ 42,044     $ 40,966     $ 40,048  
    Provision for credit losses   496       1,771       560  
    Charge-offs   (665 )     (1,086 )     (227 )
    Recoveries   236       393       434  
    Ending balance $ 42,111     $ 42,044     $ 40,815  
               
    Net charge-offs (recoveries) $ 429     $ 693     $ (207 )
    Average loans   3,460,906       3,387,541       3,371,219  
               
    Net charge-offs (recoveries) to average loans *   0.05 %     0.08 %     (0.02) %

    ____________________________________

    *   Annualized measure.

      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    PROVISION FOR CREDIT LOSSES          
    Loans $ 496   $ 1,771     $ 560  
    Unfunded lending-related commitments   80     (1,046 )     (33 )
    Total provision for credit losses $ 576   $ 725     $ 527  
                         
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures –
    Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Return on Average Assets
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    Net income $ 19,075     $ 20,272     $ 15,258  
    Less: adjustments          
    Gains (losses) on closed branch premises   59             (635 )
    Realized gains (losses) on sales of securities         (315 )     (3,382 )
    Mortgage servicing rights fair value adjustment   (308 )     1,331       80  
    Total adjustments   (249 )     1,016       (3,937 )
    Tax effect of adjustments (1)   71       (290 )     1,122  
    Total adjustments after tax effect   (178 )     726       (2,815 )
    Adjusted net income $ 19,253     $ 19,546     $ 18,073  
               
    Average assets $ 5,032,813     $ 4,994,466     $ 5,003,464  
               
    Return on average assets *   1.54 %     1.61 %     1.23 %
    Adjusted return on average assets *   1.55       1.56       1.45  

    ____________________________________

    *   Annualized measure.

    (1)   Assumes a federal income tax rate of 21% and a state tax rate of 9.5%.  

    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures –
    Adjusted Earnings Per Share — Basic and Diluted
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands, except per share amounts) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    Numerator:          
    Net income $ 19,075   $ 20,272   $ 15,258
               
    Adjusted net income $ 19,253   $ 19,546   $ 18,073
               
    Denominator:          
    Weighted average common shares outstanding   31,584,989     31,559,366     31,662,954
    Dilutive effect of outstanding restricted stock units   126,682     143,498     140,233
    Weighted average common shares outstanding, including all dilutive potential shares   31,711,671     31,702,864     31,803,187
               
    Earnings per share – basic $ 0.60   $ 0.64   $ 0.48
    Earnings per share – diluted $ 0.60   $ 0.64   $ 0.48
               
    Adjusted earnings per share – basic $ 0.61   $ 0.62   $ 0.57
    Adjusted earnings per share – diluted $ 0.61   $ 0.62   $ 0.57
                     
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures –
    Pre-Provision Net Revenue, Pre-Provision Net Revenue Less Net Charge-offs (Recoveries),
    Adjusted Pre-Provision Net Revenue, and Adjusted Pre-Provision Net Revenue Less Net Charge-offs (Recoveries)
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    Net interest income $ 48,708     $ 47,401     $ 46,688  
    Noninterest income   9,306       11,630       5,626  
    Noninterest expense   (31,935 )     (30,908 )     (31,268 )
    Pre-provision net revenue   26,079       28,123       21,046  
    Less: adjustments          
    Gains (losses) on closed branch premises   59             (635 )
    Realized gains (losses) on sales of securities         (315 )     (3,382 )
    Mortgage servicing rights fair value adjustment   (308 )     1,331       80  
    Total adjustments   (249 )     1,016       (3,937 )
    Adjusted pre-provision net revenue $ 26,328     $ 27,107     $ 24,983  
               
    Pre-provision net revenue $ 26,079     $ 28,123     $ 21,046  
    Less: net charge-offs (recoveries)   429       693       (207 )
    Pre-provision net revenue less net charge-offs $ 25,650     $ 27,430     $ 21,253  
               
    Adjusted pre-provision net revenue $ 26,328     $ 27,107     $ 24,983  
    Less: net charge-offs (recoveries)   429       693       (207 )
    Adjusted pre-provision net revenue less net charge-offs $ 25,899     $ 26,414     $ 25,190  
                           
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures –
    Net Interest Income (Tax-equivalent Basis) and Net Interest Margin (Tax-equivalent Basis)
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    Net interest income (tax-equivalent basis)          
    Net interest income $ 48,708     $ 47,401     $ 46,688  
    Tax-equivalent adjustment (1)   545       562       575  
    Net interest income (tax-equivalent basis) (1) $ 49,253     $ 47,963     $ 47,263  
               
    Net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis)          
    Net interest margin *   4.12 %     3.96 %     3.94 %
    Tax-equivalent adjustment * (1)   0.04       0.05       0.05  
    Net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis) * (1)   4.16 %     4.01 %     3.99 %
               
    Average interest-earning assets $ 4,798,021     $ 4,758,334     $ 4,765,449  

    ____________________________________

    *   Annualized measure.

    (1)   On a tax-equivalent basis assuming a federal income tax rate of 21% and a state tax rate of 9.5%.

    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures –
    Efficiency Ratio (Tax-equivalent Basis) and Adjusted Efficiency Ratio (Tax-equivalent Basis)
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    Total noninterest expense $ 31,935     $ 30,908     $ 31,268  
    Less: amortization of intangible assets   695       709       710  
    Noninterest expense excluding amortization of intangible assets $ 31,240     $ 30,199     $ 30,558  
               
    Net interest income $ 48,708     $ 47,401     $ 46,688  
    Total noninterest income   9,306       11,630       5,626  
    Operating revenue   58,014       59,031       52,314  
    Tax-equivalent adjustment (1)   545       562       575  
    Operating revenue (tax-equivalent basis) (1)   58,559       59,593       52,889  
    Less: adjustments to noninterest income          
    Gains (losses) on closed branch premises   59             (635 )
    Realized gains (losses) on sales of securities         (315 )     (3,382 )
    Mortgage servicing rights fair value adjustment   (308 )     1,331       80  
    Total adjustments to noninterest income   (249 )     1,016       (3,937 )
    Adjusted operating revenue (tax-equivalent basis) (1) $ 58,808     $ 58,577     $ 56,826  
               
    Efficiency ratio   53.85 %     51.16 %     58.41 %
    Efficiency ratio (tax-equivalent basis) (1)   53.35       50.68       57.78  
    Adjusted efficiency ratio (tax-equivalent basis) (1)   53.12       51.55       53.77  

    ____________________________________
    (1)   On a tax-equivalent basis assuming a federal income tax rate of 21% and a state tax rate of 9.5%.

    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures –
    Ratio of Tangible Common Equity to Tangible Assets and Tangible Book Value Per Share
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    Tangible Common Equity          
    Total stockholders’ equity $ 565,057     $ 544,605     $ 496,681  
    Less: Goodwill   59,820       59,820       59,820  
    Less: Intangible assets, net   17,148       17,843       19,972  
    Tangible common equity $ 488,089     $ 466,942     $ 416,889  
               
    Tangible Assets          
    Total assets $ 5,092,192     $ 5,032,902     $ 5,040,510  
    Less: Goodwill   59,820       59,820       59,820  
    Less: Intangible assets, net   17,148       17,843       19,972  
    Tangible assets $ 5,015,224     $ 4,955,239     $ 4,960,718  
               
    Total stockholders’ equity to total assets   11.10 %     10.82 %     9.85 %
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets   9.73       9.42       8.40  
               
    Shares of common stock outstanding   31,631,431       31,559,366       31,612,888  
               
    Book value per share $ 17.86     $ 17.26     $ 15.71  
    Tangible book value per share   15.43       14.80       13.19  
                           
    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures –
    Return on Average Tangible Common Equity,
    Adjusted Return on Average Stockholders’ Equity and Adjusted Return on Average Tangible Common Equity
      Three Months Ended
    (dollars in thousands) March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
               
    Average Tangible Common Equity          
    Total stockholders’ equity $ 554,715     $ 541,535     $ 493,976  
    Less: Goodwill   59,820       59,820       59,820  
    Less: Intangible assets, net   17,480       18,170       20,334  
    Average tangible common equity $ 477,415     $ 463,545     $ 413,822  
               
    Net income $ 19,075     $ 20,272     $ 15,258  
    Adjusted net income   19,253       19,546       18,073  
               
    Return on average stockholders’ equity *   13.95 %     14.89 %     12.42 %
    Return on average tangible common equity *   16.20       17.40       14.83  
               
    Adjusted return on average stockholders’ equity *   14.08 %     14.36 %     14.72 %
    Adjusted return on average tangible common equity *   16.36       16.77       17.57  

    ____________________________________

    *   Annualized measure.

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI Video: From photo day to his final day… #dogshorts #pets

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    TSA K9 Ari is officially retiring today! This sniffer pup has kept the travelers of Indianapolis International Airport safe. He’s trading in knapsacks for naptime. We’re sad to see him go, but here’s quite paw-ssibly the best news you’ve heard in a while… K9 Ari is ready for ALL THE PETS!

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  • MIL-OSI: Chemung Financial Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Net Income of $6.0 million, or $1.26 per share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ELMIRA, N.Y., April 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chemung Financial Corporation (the “Corporation”) (Nasdaq: CHMG), the parent company of Chemung Canal Trust Company (the “Bank”), today reported net income of $6.0 million, or $1.26 per share, for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $5.9 million, or $1.24 per share, for the fourth quarter of 2024, and $7.1 million, or $1.48 per share, for the first quarter of 2024.

    “First quarter results demonstrate steady ongoing delivery of the Corporation’s strategic plan,” said Anders M. Tomson, President and CEO of Chemung Financial Corporation. “Attentive balance sheet management has allowed us to effectively reduce funding costs while growing our asset base. Loan growth in our newer Canal Bank division during the quarter underscores its strategic importance to operations,” Tomson added.

    “Our community banking model serves as a source of strength, consistency, and dependability for our communities, clients, and employees, regardless of the external environment. We are confident these stakeholders will continue to meaningfully drive our Corporation’s success,” concluded Tomson.

    First Quarter Highlights:

    • The Corporation announced a $0.01 dividend increase, representing a 3.2% increase compared to the prior quarter. Dividends declared during the first quarter 2025 were $0.32 per share.
    • Net interest margin expanded four basis points compared to the prior quarter, from 2.92% in the fourth quarter 2024 to 2.96% in the first quarter 2025.1 Interest rate spread increased 11 basis points compared to the prior quarter, from 2.06% in the fourth quarter 2024 to 2.17% in the first quarter 2025.
    • Annualized loan growth totaled 5.1% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, including annualized commercial loan growth of 10.5%.
    • Loan growth in the Western New York Canal Bank division totaled 14.9% compared to prior-year end and deposit growth totaled 82.0% compared to prior year-end.

    1 See the GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliations.

    1st Quarter 2025 vs 4th Quarter 2024

    Net Interest Income:
    Net interest income for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $19.8 million, in line with the prior quarter, driven by a decrease of $1.0 million in interest expense on deposits, and offset by decreases of $0.7 million in interest income on loans and $0.1 million in each of interest income on taxable securities and interest income on interest-earning deposits, and an increase of $0.1 million in interest expense on borrowed funds.

    Interest expense on deposits decreased primarily due to a decrease of 19 basis points in the average cost of interest-bearing deposits, and despite an increase of $8.7 million in average balances of total interest-bearing deposits, compared to the prior quarter. The average cost of customer time deposits decreased 42 basis points compared to the prior quarter, mainly due to maturities of higher cost CDs associated with campaigns during 2023 and 2024, many of which were renewed at a lower cost. Average balances of customer time deposits decreased $25.9 million compared to the prior quarter. Customer time deposits comprised 21.1% of total average deposits in the first quarter of 2025 compared to 22.1% in the prior quarter. The average cost of brokered deposits decreased 19 basis points, while average balances of brokered deposits increased $38.0 million compared to the prior quarter. The cost of brokered deposits decreased largely due to the short term nature of the Corporation’s brokered deposits coupled with lower market interest rates in the current quarter, while average balances of brokered deposits increased primarily to offset the decrease of $39.0 million in average balances of total customer deposits, or 1.6%, compared to the prior quarter. Additionally, average balances of interest-bearing demand deposits increased $8.9 million while the average cost of interest-bearing demand deposits decreased 12 basis points, and average balances of savings and money market deposits decreased $12.3 million while the average cost of savings and money market deposits decreased 12 basis points, compared to the prior quarter.

    Interest income on loans, including fees, decreased primarily due to a decrease of 16 basis points in the average yield on commercial loans, partially offset by an increase of $43.0 million in average balances of commercial loans, compared to the prior quarter. The decrease in average yield on commercial loans was partially due to the recognition of $0.3 million in interest income on the payoff of a nonaccrual construction loan in the prior quarter, as well as decreases in interest rates on existing variable rate loans, as benchmark indexes repriced lower during the current quarter. The increase in average balances of commercial loans was largely concentrated in commercial real estate. Average balances of residential mortgage loans increased $0.8 million while the average yield on residential mortgage loans decreased one basis point, compared to the prior quarter. Origination yields of residential mortgages remained strong in the first quarter of 2025 despite the overall declining rate environment. Average balances of consumer loans decreased $12.4 million and the average yield on consumer loans decreased seven basis points, compared to the prior quarter, due to net runoff of the indirect auto portfolio, decreases in interest rates on variable rate home equity products, and home equity lines of credit originated in the first quarter of 2025 at a 4.99% introductory rate.

    The decrease in interest income on taxable securities was primarily due to a decrease of $10.1 million in average balances, largely due to paydowns of mortgage-backed and SBA pooled loan securities. The decrease in interest income on interest-earning deposits was mainly due to a decrease in the interest rate paid on deposit balances at the Federal Reserve during the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase in interest expense on borrowed funds was due to an increase in average balances of total FHLBNY advances in the first quarter of 2025, compared to the prior quarter.

    Fully taxable equivalent net interest margin was 2.96% for the current quarter, compared to 2.92% for the prior quarter. Average interest-earning assets increased $17.7 million, while average interest-bearing liabilities increased $25.1 million during the first quarter, compared to the prior quarter. The average yield on interest-earning assets decreased seven basis points to 4.72%, while the average cost of interest-bearing liabilities decreased 18 basis points to 2.55%, compared to the prior quarter. Total cost of funds was 1.92% for the current quarter, compared to 2.04% for the prior quarter, a decrease of 12 basis points.

    Provision for Credit Losses:
    Provision for credit losses was $1.1 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $0.6 million in the prior quarter, an increase of $0.5 million, or 83.3%. The increase was primarily due to the annual loss driver update to the Bank’s CECL model, which is implemented in the first quarter of each year, as well as deterioration in FOMC forecasts for the economic variables on which the Bank’s CECL model is based. Partially offsetting these increases were lower net charge-offs in the current quarter, compared to the prior quarter.

    Non-Interest Income:
    Non-interest income for the first quarter of 2025 was $5.9 million, compared to $6.1 million for the prior quarter, a decrease of $0.2 million, or 3.3%, driven by decreases of $0.2 million in wealth management group fee income and $0.1 million in interchange revenue from debit card transactions, partially offset by an increase of $0.1 million in other non-interest income.

    Wealth management group fee income decreased compared to the prior quarter largely due to a decrease in total assets under management, due to a broad decline in financial markets during the first quarter of 2025. Interchange revenue from debit card transactions decreased primarily due to a decline in transaction volume, partially due to the seasonality of holiday spending, compared to the prior quarter. Other non-interest income increased mainly due to recognition of debit card support incentives in the first quarter of 2025.

    Non-Interest Expense:
    Non-interest expense for the first quarter of 2025 was $16.9 million, compared to $17.8 million for the prior quarter, a decrease of $0.9 million, or 5.1%, driven by decreases of $0.4 million in pension and other employee benefits, $0.2 million in salaries and wages, and $0.1 million in each of data processing, loan expense, and furniture and equipment expense.

    Pension and other employee benefits decreased compared to the prior quarter primarily due to a decrease in employee healthcare-related expenses. The decrease in salaries and wages was largely due to higher quarterly incentive compensation expense recognized in the prior quarter. Data processing decreased mainly due to a decrease in card-related expenses, partially attributable to procurement expenses relating to the Canal Bank division in the prior quarter. The decrease in loan expenses was primarily due to a decrease in legal fees in the current quarter, compared to the prior quarter. The decrease in furniture and equipment expense was partially due to branch equipment and non-capitalized fixtures purchased in the prior quarter.

    Income Tax Expense:
    Income tax expense for the first quarter of 2025 was $1.7 million, compared to $1.6 million for the prior quarter, an increase of $0.1 million. The effective tax rate for the current quarter increased to 21.6% from 21.2% in the prior quarter. The increase in income tax expense was primarily due to an increase in pretax income.

    1st Quarter 2025 vs 1st Quarter 2024

    Net Interest Income:
    Net interest income for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $19.8 million, compared to $18.1 million for the same period in the prior year, an increase of $1.7 million, or 9.4%, driven by decreases of $1.0 million in interest expense on deposits and $0.3 million in interest expense on borrowed funds, and an increase of $0.9 million in interest income on loans, partially offset by a decrease of $0.5 million in interest income on taxable securities.

    Interest expense on deposits decreased primarily due to a decrease of 27 basis points in the average cost of total interest-bearing deposits, which was comprised of decreases of 21 basis points in the average cost of customer interest-bearing deposits and 82 basis points in the average cost of brokered deposits, both largely due to decreases in benchmark interest rates and the Corporation’s balance sheet structure favoring shorter-term liabilities. Average balances of customer interest-bearing deposits increased $55.0 million and average balances of brokered deposits decreased $8.6 million, compared to the same period in the prior year. The increase in average balances of customer interest-bearing deposits was primarily due to an increase of $32.9 million in average balances of customer time deposits. The average cost of customer time deposits decreased 38 basis points compared to the same period in the prior year, due to the Corporation’s focus on shorter-term CD campaigns during 2024, and a decrease in interest rates on campaign offerings in the current period. Customer time deposits comprised 21.1% of average total deposits for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 20.1% for the same period in the prior year. Additionally, an increase of $28.3 million in average balances of interest-bearing demand deposits positively benefited the average cost of interest-bearing deposits, as the 1.57% average cost was lower than other types of interest-bearing deposits.

    The decrease in interest expense on borrowed funds was partially due to a decline in borrowing rates between the first quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, as well as a shift in the composition of borrowed funds between these periods. The average cost of total borrowings decreased 69 basis points, compared to the same period in the prior year, comprised of decreases of 91 basis points and 32 basis points in the average cost of FHLBNY overnight advances and other advances and debt, which includes FHLBNY term advances, respectively. The composition of borrowings in the first quarter of 2025 was primarily comprised of FHLBNY term advances and FHLBNY overnight advances, while the composition of borrowings in the same period in the prior year was primarily comprised of a Federal Reserve Bank Term Funding Program (BTFP) advance and FHLBNY overnight advances.

    Interest income on loans, including fees, increased largely due to an increase in average total loan balances of $88.6 million compared to the same period in the prior year, which was concentrated in the commercial loan portfolio. The average yield on total loans was relatively stable compared to the same period in the prior year, declining two basis points to 5.49% in the first quarter of 2025. Average balances of commercial loans increased $122.1 million compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to growth in commercial real estate balances, while the average yield on commercial loans declined 15 basis points, largely due to repricing of benchmark indexes and $0.3 million in interest income recognized on the payoff of a nonaccrual commercial real estate loan in the same period of the prior year. Average balances of residential mortgage loans and consumer loans each decreased compared to the same period in the prior year, decreasing $2.1 million and $31.4 million, respectively. The decrease in average balances of residential mortgage loans was partially due to relatively low levels of housing inventory across the Bank’s footprint resulting in lower origination volume, which was comparable to the prior year, as well as a continued election to sell a significant portion of conforming mortgages into the secondary market. The decrease in average balances of consumer loans was primarily due to net runoff of indirect auto loans between the first quarters of 2024 and 2025. The average yield on residential mortgage loans and consumer loans each increased in the first quarter of 2025, compared to the same period in the prior year, increasing 24 and 27 basis points, respectively, each due to strong origination yields in recent periods, and normal runoff of older and typically lower yielding originations. Interest income on interest-earning deposits increased mainly due to a $11.2 million increase in average balances of interest-earning deposits, compared to the same period in the prior year, and despite a decrease of six basis points in the average yield on interest-earning deposits, due to a decrease in the interest rate paid on deposit balances at the Federal Reserve.

    The decrease in interest income on taxable securities was largely due to paydowns and maturities of available for sale securities between the first quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, totaling $55.9 million, primarily on SBA pooled loan and mortgage-backed securities, as well as a decrease in the interest rates of variable rate SBA pooled loan securities, partially offset by purchases of available for sale securities totaling $5.0 million between these periods.

    Fully taxable equivalent net interest margin was 2.96% for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 2.73% for the same period in the prior year. Average interest-earning assets increased $48.6 million, while average interest-bearing liabilities increased $34.8 million, compared to the same period in the prior year. The average yield on interest-earning assets increased two basis points to 4.72%, while the average cost of interest-bearing liabilities decreased 30 basis points to 2.55%, compared to the same period in the prior year. Total cost of funds was 1.92% for the current quarter, compared to 2.13% for the same period in the prior year, a decrease of 21 basis points.

    Provision for Credit Losses:
    Provision for credit losses was $1.1 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to a credit of $2.0 million for the same period in the prior year, an increase of $3.1 million, or 155.0%. The increase was largely driven by the directionality of the annual loss driver update applied to the Bank’s CECL model in the first quarter of the current year, compared to the loss driver update applied in the first quarter of the prior year. The current year update resulted in higher modeled baseline loss rates, while the update in the prior year resulted in lower baseline loss rates.

    Non-Interest Income:
    Non-interest income for the first quarter of 2025 was $5.9 million, compared to $5.7 million for the same period in the prior year, an increase of $0.2 million, or 3.5%, driven by increases of $0.2 million in wealth management group fee income, $0.2 million in service charges on deposit accounts, and $0.1 million in other non-interest income, partially offset by a decrease of $0.1 million in the change in fair value of equity investments. Both the increase in wealth management group fee income and service charges on deposit accounts were primarily due to fee rate increases which were implemented in the second half of 2024. The increase in other non-interest income was largely due to an increase in interest rate swap fee income in the first quarter of 2025, compared to the same period in the prior year. The decrease in the change in fair value of equity investments was primarily due to a decrease in the market value of assets held for the Corporation’s deferred compensation plan, largely due to declines in financial markets during the current quarter.

    Non-Interest Expense:
    Non-interest expense for the first quarter of 2025 was $16.9 million, compared to $16.7 million for the same period in the prior year, an increase of $0.2 million, or 1.2%, driven by increases of $0.2 million in salaries and wages and $0.2 million in other non-interest expense, partially offset by decreases of $0.2 million in pension and other employee benefits and $0.1 million in FDIC insurance.

    Salaries and wages increased largely due to an increase in base salaries, including merit-based increases and additional staffing for the Corporation’s newly opened Western New York regional banking center. The increase in other non-interest expense was primarily due to net recoveries of multiple large altered check charge-offs during the same period in the prior year as well as higher operational losses on the sale of repossessed vehicles during the first quarter of 2025, compared to the same period in the prior year. The decrease in pension and other employee benefits expense was largely due to lower employee healthcare-related expenses compared to the same period in the prior year. The decrease in FDIC insurance was primarily due to a decrease in the Bank’s assessment rate, due to an improvement in evaluated metrics.

    Income Tax Expense:
    Income tax expense for the first quarter of 2025 was $1.7 million, compared to $2.0 million for the first quarter of 2024, a decrease of $0.3 million. The effective tax rate for the current quarter decreased to 21.6%, compared to 22.4% for the same period in the prior year. The decrease in income tax expense was primarily due to a decrease in pretax income.

    Asset Quality
    Non-performing loans totaled $9.9 million as of March 31, 2025, or 0.47% of total loans, compared to $9.0 million, or 0.43% of total loans as of December 31, 2024. The increase in non-performing loans was largely due to increases in non-performing consumer loans and residential mortgage loans of $0.7 million and $0.3 million, respectively. The increase in non-performing consumer loans was mainly driven by one well-secured home equity loan being placed into nonaccrual status during the quarter. Similarly, the increase in non-performing residential mortgage loans was driven by one loan being placed into nonaccrual status during the quarter. Non-performing commercial loans decreased $0.1 million, primarily due to the payoff of a $0.3 million previously nonaccrual commercial real estate loan, offset by the addition of $0.2 million in nonaccrual commercial and industrial loans. Non-performing assets, which are comprised of non-performing loans, other real estate owned, and repossessed vehicles, were $10.3 million, or 0.37% of total assets as of March 31, 2025, compared to $9.6 million, or 0.35% of total assets as of December 31, 2024. The increase in non-performing assets was largely due to an increase in non-performing loans. Other real estate owned was $0.2 million and repossessed vehicles was $0.2 million as of March 31, 2025.

    Total loan delinquencies as of March 31, 2025 increased compared to December 31, 2024, primarily driven by an increase in commercial loan delinquencies. Annualized net charge-offs to total average loans for the first quarter of 2025 were 0.05%, compared to 0.12% for the fourth quarter of 2024, a decrease of seven basis points. Net charge-off experience in the first quarter of 2025 was concentrated almost entirely in indirect auto loans. Total annualized consumer net charge-offs were 0.40% of average consumer loan balances for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 0.45% of average consumer loan balances for the fourth quarter of 2024. Commercial loans and residential mortgage loans each had net recovery ratios in the first quarter of 2025, compared to an annualized net charge off ratio of 0.07% of average commercial loan balances and a net recovery ratio of average residential mortgage loan balances in the fourth quarter of 2024.

    The allowance for credit losses on loans was $22.5 million as of March 31, 2025 compared to $21.4 million as of December 31, 2024. The allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments, a component of other liabilities, was $0.5 million as of March 31, 2025 and $0.8 million as of December 31, 2024. The increase in the allowance for credit losses on loans was largely due to the annual review and update to loss drivers used in the Bank’s CECL model, which is implemented each year in the first quarter. The update resulted in higher baseline loss rates for most of the Bank’s loan portfolio segments, and was partially due to the introduction of new periods of data into the analysis. Additionally, the economic variables used as loss drivers for commercial and industrial loans was adjusted as part of the annual update. FOMC forecasts for both national unemployment and U.S. GDP growth deteriorated as of March 31, 2025 compared to December 31, 2024, as the FOMC incorporated elevated levels of economic uncertainty into their forecasts. Provision for credit losses as a percentage of period-end loan balances was 0.05% for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 0.03% for the fourth quarter of 2024. The allowance for credit losses on loans to total loans was 1.07% as of March 31, 2025 and 1.03% as of December 31, 2024 while the allowance for credit losses on loans was 227.93% of non-performing loans as of March 31, 2025 and 238.87% as of December 31, 2024.

    Balance Sheet Activity
    Total assets were $2.797 billion as of March 31, 2025, compared to $2.776 billion as of December 31, 2024, an increase of $20.6 million, or 0.7%. This increase was driven by increases of $26.2 million in loans, net of deferred origination fees and costs and $6.4 million in cash and cash equivalents, partially offset by decreases of $4.2 million in total investment securities and $6.7 million in accrued interest receivable and other assets.

    Loans, net of deferred origination fees and costs increased mainly due to growth in commercial loan balances, which was concentrated in commercial real estate. Total commercial loan balances increased $39.5 million, or 2.6%, compared to the prior year-end. Commercial real estate balances grew $43.3 million while commercial and industrial balances contracted $3.8 million, both compared to the prior year-end. Over half of total growth in commercial loan balances was attributable to the Bank’s new Canal Bank division in Western New York. Residential mortgages increased $0.5 million, or 0.2%, compared to the prior year-end, as the Corporation continued to elect to sell a portion of originations into the secondary market and low levels of housing inventory persisted across the Bank’s footprint. Consumer loans decreased $13.7 million, or 4.9%, compared to the prior-year end, largely due to lower levels of indirect auto loan origination activity, and a relatively fast turnover rate in the portfolio.

    The increase in cash and cash equivalents was primarily due to an increase of $36.5 million in total deposits compared to the prior year-end and $13.6 million in net paydowns and maturities of available for sale securities in the current period. Partially offsetting this increase were a decrease of $24.2 million in total advances and other debt and an increase of $26.2 million in loans, net of deferred origination fees and costs.

    Total investment securities decreased primarily due to a decrease of $3.1 million in securities available for sale, compared to the prior year-end. Net paydowns and maturities of securities available for sale for the current year totaled $13.6 million, mainly due to paydowns on mortgage-backed securities and SBA pooled loan securities. The market value of securities available for sale increased $11.0 million, due to favorable changes in market interest rates during the current year. Also contributing to the decrease in total investment securities was a decrease of $1.1 million in FHLB and FRB stock, at cost, mainly due to a decrease in total borrowing through the FHLBNY as of March 31, 2025, compared to the prior year-end. The decrease in accrued interest receivable and other assets was largely due to decreases in interest rate swap assets and deferred tax assets.

    Total liabilities were $2.568 billion as of March 31, 2025, compared to $2.561 billion as of December 31, 2024, an increase of $7.6 million, or 0.3%. This increase was driven by an increase of $36.5 million in total deposits, partially offset by decreases of $24.2 million in advances and other debt and $4.6 million in accrued interest payable and other liabilities.

    Total deposits increased $36.5 million, or 1.5%, compared to the prior year-end, largely due to increases of $33.3 million in interest-bearing demand deposits and $30.4 million in money market deposits. Increases in these deposit types were partially attributable to seasonal inflows of municipal deposits. Total time deposits decreased $25.0 million, consisting of decreases of $13.6 million in customer time deposits and $11.4 million in brokered deposits. The Bank’s CD campaign in the current year primarily consisted of a continuation of six and 15 month offerings, as well as the introduction of a 36 month offering. Additionally, savings deposits increased $4.0 million and non interest-bearing demand deposits decreased $6.1 million. Non interest-bearing deposits comprised 25.5% and 26.1% of total deposits as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.

    Advances and other debt decreased mainly due to an increase in total deposits. Advances and other debt as of March 31, 2025 largely consisted of staggered three-month term advances from the FHLBNY, whereas the composition of advances and other debt as of the prior year-end consisted primarily of FHLBNY overnight advances. The decrease in accrued interest payable and other liabilities was mainly due to a decrease in interest rate swap liabilities.

    Total shareholders’ equity was $228.3 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $215.3 million as of December 31, 2024, an increase of $13.0 million, or 6.0%, driven by a decrease of $8.1 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss and an increase of $4.5 million in retained earnings. The decrease in accumulated other comprehensive loss was largely due to an increase in the fair value of securities available for sale, due to favorable changes in market interest rates. The increase in retained earnings was mainly due to net income of $6.0 million, offset by dividends declared of $1.5 million during the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    The total equity to total assets ratio was 8.16% as of March 31, 2025, compared to 7.76% as of December 31, 2024, and the tangible equity to tangible assets ratio was 7.44% as of March 31, 2025, compared to 7.02% as of December 31, 2024.1 Book value per share and tangible book value per share increased to $47.49 and $42.95, respectively as of March 31, 2025 from $45.13 and $40.55, respectively as of December 31, 2024.1 As of March 31, 2025, the Bank’s capital ratios were in excess of those required to be considered well-capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action.

    1 See the GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliations

    Liquidity
    The Corporation uses a variety of resources to manage its liquidity, and management believes it has the necessary liquidity to allow for flexibility in meeting its various operational and strategic needs. These include short-term investments, cash flow from lending and investing activities, core-deposit growth and non-core funding sources, such as time deposits of $250,000 or greater, brokered deposits, FHLBNY overnight and term advances, and FRB advances. Borrowings may be used on a short-term basis for liquidity purposes or on a long-term basis to fund asset growth. As of March 31, 2025, the Corporation’s cash and cash equivalents balance was $53.4 million. The Corporation also maintains an investment portfolio of securities available for sale, comprised primarily of US Government treasury securities, SBA loan pools, mortgage-backed securities, and municipal bonds. Although this portfolio generates interest income for the Corporation, it also serves as an available source of liquidity and capital if the need should arise. As of March 31, 2025, the Corporation’s investment in securities available for sale was $528.3 million, $341.2 million of which was not pledged as collateral. Additionally, as of March 31, 2025, the Bank’s total advance line capacity at the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York was $222.3 million, $85.0 million of which was utilized and $137.3 million of which was available as additional borrowing capacity.

    As of March 31, 2025, uninsured deposits totaled $690.3 million, or 28.4% of total deposits, including $167.6 million of municipal deposits collateralized by pledged assets, when required. As of December 31, 2024, uninsured deposits totaled $652.3 million, or 27.2% of total deposits, including $145.6 million of municipal deposits collateralized by pledged assets. Due to their fluidity, the Corporation closely monitors uninsured deposit levels when considering liquidity management strategies.

    The Corporation considers brokered deposits to be an element of its deposit strategy, and anticipates it may continue utilizing brokered deposits as a secondary source of funding in support of growth. As of March 31, 2025, all brokered deposits carried terms of three months, with staggered maturities, totaling $80.8 million. Excluding brokered deposits, total deposits increased $47.9 million compared to December 31, 2024.

    Other Items
    The market value of total assets under management or administration in our Wealth Management Group was $2.203 billion as of March 31, 2025, including $305.5 million of assets under management or administration for the Corporation, compared to $2.212 billion as of December 31, 2024, including $301.9 million of assets under management or administration for the Corporation, a decrease of $9.5 million, or 0.4%. Excluding assets under management or administration for the Corporation, total market value of Wealth Management Group assets decreased $13.1 million, or 0.7%, largely due to declines in financial markets during the first quarter of 2025.

    As previously announced on January 8, 2021, the Corporation’s Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase program. Under the repurchase program, the Corporation may repurchase up to 250,000 shares of its common stock, or approximately 5% of its then outstanding shares. The repurchase program permits shares to be repurchased in open market or privately negotiated transactions, through block trades, and pursuant to any trading plan that may be adopted in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. As of March 31, 2025, a total of 49,184 shares of common stock at a total cost of $2.0 million were repurchased by the Corporation under its share repurchase program. No shares were repurchased in the first quarter of 2025. The weighted average cost was $40.42 per share repurchased. Remaining buyback authority under the share repurchase program was 200,816 shares as of March 31, 2025.

    About Chemung Financial Corporation

    Chemung Financial Corporation is a $2.8 billion financial services holding company headquartered in Elmira, New York and operates 30 retail offices through its principal subsidiary, Chemung Canal Trust Company, a full service community bank with trust powers. Established in 1833, Chemung Canal Trust Company is the oldest locally-owned and managed community bank in New York State. Chemung Financial Corporation is also the parent of CFS Group, Inc., a financial services subsidiary offering non-traditional services including mutual funds, annuities, brokerage services, tax preparation services, and insurance.

    This press release may be found at: www.chemungcanal.com under Investor Relations.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Corporation intends its forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements in this press release. All statements regarding the Corporation’s expected financial position and operating results, the Corporation’s business strategy, the Corporation’s financial plans, forecasted demographic and economic trends relating to the Corporation’s industry and similar matters are forward-looking statements. These statements can sometimes be identified by the Corporation’s use of forward-looking words such as “may,” “will,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” or “intend.” The Corporation cannot guarantee that its expectations in such forward-looking statements will turn out to be correct. The Corporation’s actual results could be materially different from expectations because of various factors, including changes in economic conditions or interest rates, credit risk, inflation, tariffs, cybersecurity risks, changes in FDIC assessments, bank failures, difficulties in managing the Corporation’s growth, competition, changes in law or the regulatory environment, and changes in general business and economic trends.

    Information concerning these and other factors, including Risk Factors, can be found in the Corporation’s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K. These filings are available publicly on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov, on the Corporation’s website at http://www.chemungcanal.com or upon request from the Corporate Secretary at (607) 737-3746. Except as otherwise required by law, the Corporation undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

     
    Chemung Financial Corporation
    Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
        March 31,   Dec. 31,   Sept. 30,   June 30,   March 31,
    (in thousands)   2025   2024   2024   2024   2024
    ASSETS                    
    Cash and due from financial institutions   $ 32,087     $ 26,224     $ 36,247     $ 23,184     $ 22,984  
    Interest-earning deposits in other financial institutions     21,348       20,811       44,193       47,033       71,878  
    Total cash and cash equivalents     53,435       47,035       80,440       70,217       94,862  
                                             
    Equity investments     3,249       3,235       3,244       3,090       3,093  
                                             
    Securities available for sale     528,327       531,442       554,575       550,927       566,028  
    Securities held to maturity     808       808       657       657       785  
    FHLB and FRB stock, at cost     8,040       9,117       4,189       5,506       4,071  
    Total investment securities     537,175       541,367       559,421       557,090       570,884  
                                             
    Commercial     1,555,988       1,516,525       1,464,205       1,445,258       1,425,437  
    Residential mortgage     275,448       274,979       274,099       271,620       277,246  
    Consumer     266,200       279,915       290,650       294,594       300,927  
    Loans, net of deferred loan fees     2,097,636       2,071,419       2,028,954       2,011,472       2,003,610  
    Allowance for credit losses     (22,522 )     (21,388 )     (21,441 )     (21,031 )     (20,471 )
    Loans, net     2,075,114       2,050,031       2,007,513       1,990,441       1,983,139  
                                             
    Loans held for sale     284                   381       96  
    Premises and equipment, net     16,222       16,375       14,915       14,731       14,183  
    Operating lease right-of-use assets     5,332       5,446       5,637       5,827       6,018  
    Goodwill     21,824       21,824       21,824       21,824       21,824  
    Accrued interest receivable and other assets     84,090       90,834       81,221       92,212       90,791  
    Total assets   $ 2,796,725     $ 2,776,147     $ 2,774,215     $ 2,755,813     $ 2,784,890  
                                             
    LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY                    
    Deposits:                    
    Non interest-bearing demand deposits   $ 619,645     $ 625,762     $ 616,126     $ 619,192     $ 656,330  
    Interest-bearing demand deposits     339,790       306,536       349,383       328,370       315,154  
    Money market deposits     625,505       595,123       630,870       613,131       631,350  
    Savings deposits     249,541       245,550       242,911       248,528       248,578  
    Time deposits     598,915       623,912       611,831       606,700       629,360  
    Total deposits     2,433,396       2,396,883       2,451,121       2,415,921       2,480,772  
                                             
    Advances and other debt     88,701       112,889       53,757       83,835       52,979  
    Operating lease liabilities     5,516       5,629       5,820       6,009       6,197  
    Accrued interest payable and other liabilities     40,806       45,437       42,863       48,826       47,814  
    Total liabilities     2,568,419       2,560,838       2,553,561       2,554,591       2,587,762  
                                             
    Shareholders’ equity                  
    Common stock   53       53       53       53       53  
    Additional paid-in capital   48,157       48,783       48,457       48,102       47,794  
    Retained earnings   252,195       247,705       243,266       239,021       235,506  
    Treasury stock, at cost   (15,180 )     (16,167 )     (15,987 )     (16,043 )     (16,147 )
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (56,919 )     (65,065 )     (55,135 )     (69,911 )     (70,078 )
    Total shareholders’ equity   228,306       215,309       220,654       201,222       197,128  
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 2,796,725     $ 2,776,147     $ 2,774,215     $ 2,755,813     $ 2,784,890  
                                           
    Period-end shares outstanding     4,807       4,771       4,774       4,772       4,768  
                         
     
    Chemung Financial Corporation
    Consolidated Statements of Income (Unaudited)
        Three Months Ended March 31,   Percent
    Change
    (in thousands, except per share data)   2025   2024  
    Interest and dividend income:            
    Loans, including fees   $ 28,099     $ 27,198     3.3  
    Taxable securities     3,023       3,557     (15.0 )
    Tax exempt securities     251       258     (2.7 )
    Interest-earning deposits     325       206     57.8  
    Total interest and dividend income     31,698       31,219     1.5  
                 
    Interest expense:            
    Deposits     11,156       12,145     (8.1 )
    Borrowed funds     725       985     (26.4 )
    Total interest expense     11,881       13,130     (9.5 )
                 
    Net interest income     19,817       18,089     9.6  
    Provision (credit) for credit losses     1,092       (2,040 )   153.5  
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses     18,725       20,129     (7.0 )
                 
    Non-interest income:            
    Wealth management group fee income     2,867       2,703     6.1  
    Service charges on deposit accounts     1,120       949     18.0  
    Interchange revenue from debit card transactions     1,037       1,063     (2.4 )
    Change in fair value of equity investments     (47 )     101     N/M  
    Net gains on sales of loans held for sale     40       32     25.0  
    Net gains (losses) on sales of other real estate owned     (11 )         N/M  
    Income from bank owned life insurance     8       9     (11.1 )
    Other     875       800     9.4  
    Total non-interest income     5,889       5,657     4.1  
                 
    Non-interest expense:            
    Salaries and wages     7,209       7,016     2.8  
    Pension and other employee benefits     1,922       2,082     (7.7 )
    Other components of net periodic pension and postretirement benefits     (113 )     (232 )   51.3  
    Net occupancy     1,533       1,493     2.7  
    Furniture and equipment     373       398     (6.3 )
    Data processing     2,534       2,573     (1.5 )
    Professional services     638       559     14.1  
    Marketing and advertising     339       345     (1.7 )
    Other real estate owned expense     11       49     N/M  
    FDIC insurance     439       577     (23.9 )
    Loan expense     278       255     9.0  
    Other     1,764       1,583     11.4  
    Total non-interest expense     16,927       16,698     1.4  
                 
    Income before income tax expense     7,687       9,088     (15.4 )
    Income tax expense     1,664       2,038     (18.4 )
    Net income   $ 6,023     $ 7,050     (14.6 )
                 
    Basic and diluted earnings per share   $ 1.26     $ 1.48      
    Cash dividends declared per share   $ 0.32     $ 0.31      
    Average basic and diluted shares outstanding     4,791       4,764      
                 
                 
    N/M – Not Meaningful
     
         
    Chemung Financial Corporation   As of or for the Three Months Ended
    Consolidated Financial Highlights (Unaudited)   March 31,   Dec. 31,   Sept. 30,   June 30,   March 31,
    (in thousands, except per share data)   2025   2024   2024   2024   2024
    RESULTS OF OPERATIONS                    
    Interest income   $ 31,698     $ 32,597     $ 32,362     $ 31,386     $ 31,219  
    Interest expense     11,881       12,776       13,974       13,625       13,130  
    Net interest income     19,817       19,821       18,388       17,761       18,089  
    Provision (credit) for credit losses     1,092       551       564       879       (2,040 )
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses     18,725       19,270       17,824       16,882       20,129  
    Non-interest income     5,889       6,056       5,919       5,598       5,657  
    Non-interest expense     16,927       17,823       16,510       16,219       16,698  
    Income before income tax expense     7,687       7,503       7,233       6,261       9,088  
    Income tax expense     1,664       1,589       1,513       1,274       2,038  
    Net income   $ 6,023     $ 5,914     $ 5,720     $ 4,987     $ 7,050  
                                             
    Basic and diluted earnings per share   $ 1.26     $ 1.24     $ 1.19     $ 1.05     $ 1.48  
    Average basic and diluted shares outstanding     4,791       4,774       4,773       4,770       4,764  
    PERFORMANCE RATIOS                    
    Return on average assets     0.88 %     0.85 %     0.83 %     0.73 %     1.04 %
    Return on average equity     10.96 %     10.73 %     10.81 %     10.27 %     14.48 %
    Return on average tangible equity (a)     12.15 %     11.92 %     12.07 %     11.56 %     16.29 %
    Efficiency ratio (unadjusted) (e)     65.85 %     68.88 %     67.92 %     69.43 %     70.32 %
    Efficiency ratio (adjusted) (a)     65.64 %     68.64 %     67.69 %     69.19 %     70.07 %
    Non-interest expense to average assets     2.47 %     2.57 %     2.39 %     2.38 %     2.47 %
    Loans to deposits     86.20 %     86.42 %     82.78 %     83.26 %     80.77 %
    YIELDS RATES – Fully Taxable Equivalent                    
    Yield on loans     5.49 %     5.61 %     5.65 %     5.52 %     5.51 %
    Yield on investments     2.26 %     2.29 %     2.21 %     2.27 %     2.35 %
    Yield on interest-earning assets     4.72 %     4.79 %     4.78 %     4.69 %     4.70 %
    Cost of interest-bearing deposits     2.48 %     2.67 %     2.88 %     2.86 %     2.75 %
    Cost of borrowings     4.54 %     4.74 %     5.08 %     5.04 %     5.15 %
    Cost of interest-bearing liabilities     2.55 %     2.73 %     2.97 %     2.94 %     2.85 %
    Cost of funds     1.92 %     2.04 %     2.24 %     2.20 %     2.13 %
    Interest rate spread     2.17 %     2.06 %     1.81 %     1.75 %     1.85 %
    Net interest margin, fully taxable equivalent     2.96 %     2.92 %     2.72 %     2.66 %     2.73 %
    CAPITAL                    
    Total equity to total assets at end of period     8.16 %     7.76 %     7.95 %     7.30 %     7.08 %
    Tangible equity to tangible assets at end of period (a)     7.44 %     7.02 %     7.22 %     6.56 %     6.34 %
    Book value per share   $ 47.49     $ 45.13     $ 46.22     $ 42.17     $ 41.34  
    Tangible book value per share (a)     42.95       40.55       41.65       37.59       36.77  
    Period-end market value per share     47.57       48.81       48.02       48.00       42.48  
    Dividends declared per share     0.32       0.31       0.31       0.31       0.31  
    AVERAGE BALANCES                    
    Loans and loans held for sale (b)   $ 2,077,739     $ 2,046,270     $ 2,020,280     $ 2,009,823     $ 1,989,185  
    Interest-earning assets     2,729,661       2,711,995       2,699,968       2,699,402       2,681,059  
    Total assets     2,784,414       2,761,875       2,751,392       2,740,967       2,724,391  
    Deposits     2,445,597       2,446,662       2,410,735       2,419,169       2,402,215  
    Total equity     222,802       219,254       210,421       195,375       195,860  
    Tangible equity (a)     200,978       197,430       188,597       173,551       174,036  
    ASSET QUALITY                    
    Net charge-offs   $ 262     $ 594     $ 78     $ 306     $ 182  
    Non-performing loans (c)     9,881       8,954       10,545       8,195       7,835  
    Non-performing assets (d)     10,282       9,606       11,134       8,872       8,394  
    Allowance for credit losses     22,522       21,388       21,441       21,031       20,471  
    Annualized net charge-offs to average loans     0.05 %     0.12 %     0.02 %     0.06 %     0.04 %
    Non-performing loans to total loans     0.47 %     0.43 %     0.52 %     0.41 %     0.39 %
    Non-performing assets to total assets     0.37 %     0.35 %     0.40 %     0.32 %     0.30 %
    Allowance for credit losses to total loans     1.07 %     1.03 %     1.06 %     1.05 %     1.02 %
    Allowance for credit losses to non-performing loans     227.93 %     238.87 %     203.33 %     256.63 %     261.28 %
    (a) See the GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliations.
    (b) Loans and loans held for sale do not reflect the allowance for credit losses.
    (c) Non-performing loans include non-accrual loans only.
    (d) Non-performing assets include non-performing loans plus other real estate owned and repossessed vehicles.
    (e) 
    Efficiency ratio (unadjusted) is non-interest expense divided by the total of net interest income plus non-interest income.
     
     
    Chemung Financial Corporation
    Average Consolidated Balance Sheets & Net Interest Income Analysis and Rate/Volume Analysis of Net Interest Income (Unaudited)
               
      Three Months Ended
    March 31, 2025
      Three Months Ended
    March 31, 2024
      Three Months Ended
    March 31, 2025 vs. 2024
    (in thousands) Average
    Balance
      Interest   Yield/
    Rate
      Average
    Balance
      Interest   Yield/
    Rate
      Total
    Change
      Due to
    Volume
      Due to
    Rate
                                                                       
    Interest-earning assets:                                                                  
    Commercial loans $ 1,529,028     $ 21,696     5.75 %   $ 1,406,950     $ 20,642     5.90 %   $ 1,054     $ 1,620     $ (566 )
    Residential mortgage loans   275,524       2,701     3.98 %     277,661       2,597     3.74 %     104       (24 )     128  
    Consumer loans   273,187       3,751     5.57 %     304,574       4,016     5.30 %     (265 )     (449 )     184  
    Taxable securities   584,614       3,026     2.10 %     633,294       3,560     2.26 %     (534 )     (278 )     (256 )
    Tax-exempt securities   37,758       279     3.00 %     40,266       282     2.82 %     (3 )     (19 )     16  
    Interest-earning deposits   29,550       325     4.46 %     18,314       206     4.52 %     119       122       (3 )
    Total interest-earning assets   2,729,661       31,778     4.72 %     2,681,059       31,303     4.70 %     475       972       (497 )
                                       
    Non interest-earning assets:                                  
    Cash and due from banks   26,055               25,255                      
    Other assets   50,256               40,665                      
    Allowance for credit losses   (21,558 )             (22,588 )                    
    Total assets $ 2,784,414             $ 2,724,391                      
                               
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                          
    Interest-bearing checking $ 336,162     $ 1,303   1.57 % $ 307,895     $ 1,335   1.74 % $ (32 )   $ 109     $ (141 )
    Savings and money market   858,937       3,866   1.83 %   865,113       4,266   1.98 %   (400 )     (34 )     (366 )
    Time deposits   514,884       4,704   3.71 %   481,965       4,904   4.09 %   (200 )     298       (498 )
    Brokered deposits   112,840       1,283   4.61 %   121,405       1,640   5.43 %   (357 )     (114 )     (243 )
    FHLBNY overnight advances   20,781       236   4.61 %   34,875       487   5.52 %   (251 )     (178 )     (73 )
    FRB advances and other debt   43,950       489   4.51 %   41,465       498   4.83 %   (9 )     27       (36 )
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   1,887,554       11,881   2.55 %   1,852,718       13,130   2.85 %   (1,249 )     108       (1,357 )
                               
    Non interest-bearing liabilities:                          
    Demand deposits   622,774           625,837                  
    Other liabilities   51,284           49,976                  
    Total liabilities   2,561,612           2,528,531                  
    Shareholders’ equity   222,802           195,860                  
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 2,784,414         $ 2,724,391                  
                                                   
    Fully taxable equivalent net interest income       19,897           18,173     $ 1,724     $ 864     $ 860  
    Net interest rate spread (1)       2.17 %       1.85 %          
    Net interest margin, fully taxable equivalent (2)           2.96 %           2.73 %          
    Taxable equivalent adjustment       (80 )           (84 )              
    Net interest income     $ 19,817         $ 18,089              
                                       
    (1)  Net interest rate spread is the difference in the average yield on interest-earning assets less the average rate on interest-bearing liabilities.
    (2)  Net interest margin is the ratio of fully taxable equivalent net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets.
     

    Chemung Financial Corporation

    GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliations (Unaudited)

    The Corporation prepares its Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP. See the Corporation’s unaudited consolidated balance sheets and statements of income contained within this press release. That presentation provides the reader with an understanding of the Corporation’s results that can be tracked consistently from period-to-period and enables a comparison of the Corporation’s performance with other companies’ GAAP financial statements.

    In addition to analyzing the Corporation’s results on a reported basis, management uses certain non-GAAP financial measures, because it believes these non-GAAP financial measures provide information to investors about the underlying operational performance and trends of the Corporation and, therefore, facilitate a comparison of the Corporation with the performance of other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures used by the Corporation may not be comparable to similarly named non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies.

    The SEC has adopted Regulation G, which applies to all public disclosures, including earnings releases, made by registered companies that contain “non-GAAP financial measures.” Under Regulation G, companies making public disclosures containing non-GAAP financial measures must also disclose, along with each non-GAAP financial measure, certain additional information, including a reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial measure to the closest comparable GAAP financial measure and a statement of the Corporation’s reasons for utilizing the non-GAAP financial measure as part of its financial disclosures. The SEC has exempted from the definition of “non-GAAP financial measures” certain commonly used financial measures that are not based on GAAP. When these exempted measures are included in public disclosures, supplemental information is not required. The following measures used in this Report, which are commonly utilized by financial institutions, have not been specifically exempted by the SEC and may constitute “non- GAAP financial measures” within the meaning of the SEC’s rules, although we are unable to state with certainty that the SEC would so regard them.

    Fully Taxable Equivalent Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin

    Net interest income is commonly presented on a tax-equivalent basis. That is, to the extent that some component of the institution’s net interest income, which is presented on a before-tax basis, is exempt from taxation (e.g., is received by the institution as a result of its holdings of state or municipal obligations), an amount equal to the tax benefit derived from that component is added to the actual before-tax net interest income total. This adjustment is considered helpful in comparing one financial institution’s net interest income to that of other institutions or in analyzing any institution’s net interest income trend line over time, to correct any analytical distortion that might otherwise arise from the fact that financial institutions vary widely in the proportions of their portfolios that are invested in tax- exempt securities, and that even a single institution may significantly alter over time the proportion of its own portfolio that is invested in tax-exempt obligations. Moreover, net interest income is itself a component of a second financial measure commonly used by financial institutions, net interest margin, which is the ratio of net interest income to average interest-earning assets. For purposes of this measure as well, fully taxable equivalent net interest income is generally used by financial institutions, as opposed to actual net interest income, again to provide a better basis of comparison from institution to institution and to better demonstrate a single institution’s performance over time. The Corporation follows these practices.

                         
        As of or for the Three Months Ended
    (in thousands, except ratio data)   March 31,
    2025
      Dec. 31,
    2024
      Sept. 30,
    2024
      June 30,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    NET INTEREST MARGIN – FULLY TAXABLE EQUIVALENT                                        
    Net interest income (GAAP)   $ 19,817     $ 19,821     $ 18,388     $ 17,761     $ 18,089  
    Fully taxable equivalent adjustment     80       88       83       81       84  
    Fully taxable equivalent net interest income (non-GAAP)   $ 19,897     $ 19,909     $ 18,471     $ 17,842     $ 18,173  
                                             
    Average interest-earning assets (GAAP)   $ 2,729,661     $ 2,711,995     $ 2,699,968     $ 2,699,402     $ 2,681,059  
                                             
    Net interest margin – fully taxable equivalent (non-GAAP)     2.96 %     2.92 %     2.72 %     2.66 %     2.73 %
                                             

    Efficiency Ratio

    The unadjusted efficiency ratio is calculated as non-interest expense divided by total revenue (net interest income and non-interest income). The adjusted efficiency ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure which represents the Corporation’s ability to turn resources into revenue and is calculated as non-interest expense divided by total revenue (fully taxable equivalent net interest income and non-interest income), adjusted for one-time occurrences and amortization. This measure is meaningful to the Corporation, as well as investors and analysts, in assessing the Corporation’s productivity measured by the amount of revenue generated for each dollar spent.

         
        As of or for the Three Months Ended
    (in thousands, except ratio data)   March 31,
    2025
      Dec. 31,
    2024
      Sept. 30,
    2024
      June 30,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    EFFICIENCY RATIO                                        
    Net interest income (GAAP)   $ 19,817     $ 19,821     $ 18,388     $ 17,761     $ 18,089  
    Fully taxable equivalent adjustment     80       88       83       81       84  
    Fully taxable equivalent net interest income (non-GAAP)   $ 19,897     $ 19,909     $ 18,471     $ 17,842     $ 18,173  
                                             
    Non-interest income (GAAP)   $ 5,889     $ 6,056     $ 5,919     $ 5,598     $ 5,657  
                                             
    Non-interest expense (GAAP)   $ 16,927     $ 17,823     $ 16,510     $ 16,219     $ 16,698  
                                             
    Efficiency ratio (unadjusted)     65.85 %     68.88 %     67.92 %     69.43 %     70.32 %
    Efficiency ratio (adjusted)     65.64 %     68.64 %     67.69 %     69.19 %     70.07 %
                                             

    Tangible Equity and Tangible Assets (Period-End)

    Tangible equity, tangible assets, and tangible book value per share are each non-GAAP financial measures. Tangible equity represents the Corporation’s stockholders’ equity, less goodwill and intangible assets. Tangible assets represents the Corporation’s total assets, less goodwill and other intangible assets. Tangible book value per share represents the Corporation’s tangible equity divided by common shares at period-end. These measures are meaningful to the Corporation, as well as investors and analysts, in assessing the Corporation’s use of equity.

         
        As of or for the Three Months Ended
    (in thousands, except per share and ratio data)   March 31,
    2025
      Dec. 31,
    2024
      Sept. 30,
    2024
      June 30,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    TANGIBLE EQUITY AND TANGIBLE ASSETS                    
    (PERIOD END)                                        
    Total shareholders’ equity (GAAP)   $ 228,306     $ 215,309     $ 220,654     $ 201,222     $ 197,128  
    Less: intangible assets     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )
    Tangible equity (non-GAAP)   $ 206,482     $ 193,485     $ 198,830     $ 179,398     $ 175,304  
                                             
    Total assets (GAAP)   $ 2,796,725     $ 2,776,147     $ 2,774,215     $ 2,755,813     $ 2,784,890  
    Less: intangible assets     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )
    Tangible assets (non-GAAP)   $ 2,774,901     $ 2,754,323     $ 2,752,391     $ 2,733,989     $ 2,763,066  
                                             
    Total equity to total assets at end of period (GAAP)     8.16 %     7.76 %     7.95 %     7.30 %     7.08 %
    Book value per share (GAAP)   $ 47.49     $ 45.13     $ 46.22     $ 42.17     $ 41.34  
                                             
    Tangible equity to tangible assets at end of period (non-GAAP)     7.44 %     7.02 %     7.22 %     6.56 %     6.34 %
    Tangible book value per share (non-GAAP)   $ 42.95     $ 40.55     $ 41.65     $ 37.59     $ 36.77  
                                             

    Tangible Equity (Average)

    Average tangible equity and return on average tangible equity are each non-GAAP financial measures. Average tangible equity represents the Corporation’s average stockholders’ equity, less average goodwill and intangible assets for the period. Return on average tangible equity measures the Corporation’s earnings as a percentage of average tangible equity. These measures are meaningful to the Corporation, as well as investors and analysts, in assessing the Corporation’s use of equity.

                         
        As of or for the Three Months Ended
    (in thousands, except ratio data)   March 31,
    2025
      Dec. 31,
    2024
      Sept. 30,
    2024
      June 30,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    TANGIBLE EQUITY (AVERAGE)                                        
    Total average shareholders’ equity (GAAP)   $ 222,802     $ 219,254     $ 210,421     $ 195,375     $ 195,860  
    Less: average intangible assets     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )     (21,824 )
    Average tangible equity (non-GAAP)   $ 200,978     $ 197,430     $ 188,597     $ 173,551     $ 174,036  
                                             
    Return on average equity (GAAP)     10.96 %     10.73 %     10.81 %     10.27 %     14.48 %
    Return on average tangible equity (non-GAAP)     12.15 %     11.92 %     12.07 %     11.56 %     16.29 %
                         

    Adjustments for Certain Items of Income or Expense

    In addition to disclosures of certain GAAP financial measures, including net income, EPS, ROA, and ROE, we may also provide comparative disclosures that adjust these GAAP financial measures for a particular period by removing from the calculation thereof the impact of certain transactions or other material items of income or expense occurring during the period, including certain nonrecurring items. The Corporation believes that the resulting non-GAAP financial measures may improve an understanding of its results of operations by separating out any such transactions or items that may have had a disproportionate positive or negative impact on the Corporation’s financial results during the particular period in question. In the Corporation’s presentation of any such non-GAAP (adjusted) financial measures not specifically discussed in the preceding paragraphs, the Corporation supplies the supplemental financial information and explanations required under Regulation G.

         
        As of or for the Three Months Ended
    (in thousands, except per share and ratio data)   March 31,
    2025
      Dec. 31,
    2024
      Sept. 30,
    2024
      June 30,
    2024
      March 31,
    2024
    NON-GAAP NET INCOME                                        
    Reported net income (GAAP)   $ 6,023     $ 5,914     $ 5,720     $ 4,987     $ 7,050  
    Net (gains) losses on security transactions (net of tax)                              
    Net income (non-GAAP)   $ 6,023     $ 5,914     $ 5,720     $ 4,987     $ 7,050  
                                             
    Average basic and diluted shares outstanding     4,791       4,774       4,773       4,770       4,764  
                                             
    Reported basic and diluted earnings per share (GAAP)   $ 1.26     $ 1.24     $ 1.19     $ 1.05     $ 1.48  
    Reported return on average assets (GAAP)     0.88 %     0.85 %     0.83 %     0.73 %     1.04 %
    Reported return on average equity (GAAP)     10.96 %     10.73 %     10.81 %     10.27 %     14.48 %
                                             
    Basic and diluted earnings per share (non-GAAP)   $ 1.26     $ 1.24     $ 1.19     $ 1.05     $ 1.48  
    Return on average assets (non-GAAP)     0.88 %     0.85 %     0.83 %     0.73 %     1.04 %
    Return on average equity (non-GAAP)     10.96 %     10.73 %     10.81 %     10.27 %     14.48 %
                                             

    Category: Financial

    Source: Chemung Financial Corp

    For further information contact:
    Dale M. McKim, III, EVP and CFO
    dmckim@chemungcanal.com
    Phone: 607-737-3714

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  • MIL-OSI: WISeKey Releases 2024 Audited Financial Results and Outlines its 2025 Vision for Post Quantum Technology Convergence

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    WISeKey Releases 2024 Audited Financial Results and Outlines its 2025 Vision for Post Quantum Technology Convergence

    Schedules Conference Call and Webcast for Tuesday, April 22 at 10:00 am ET (4:00 pm CET)

    Geneva, Switzerland – April 17, 2025 – Ad-Hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 of SIX Listing Rules – WISeKey International Holding Ltd (NASDAQ: WKEY / SIX: WIHN) (“WISeKey” or “the Company”), a global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and IoT technologies, today announced its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024, and shared its strategic vision for 2025, a year expected to be defined by the convergence of foundational technologies and the emergence of Sovereign AI.

    Carlos Moreira, Founder and CEO of WISeKey, commented: “2024 has been a pivotal year for WISeKey. We ended the year with a very strong balance sheet, strategic technological milestones, and a clear roadmap to take advantage of new opportunities ahead. From launching 17 secure satellites in partnership with SpaceX and further advancing negotiations on our semiconductor personalization center strategy, to scaling our blockchain platforms and developing post-quantum chips, we have created a solid foundation across every layer of digital trust infrastructure.

    We started 2025 on a very strong note and have now entered what I define as the ‘Year of WISeKey Convergence.’ This is more than a strategy, it is a paradigm shift. We are bringing together four foundational pillars: semiconductors, satellites, blockchain, and digital identity, into unified and interoperable ecosystems. This convergence allows us to offer end-to-end solutions where each component reinforces the other, enabling exponential innovation and resilience.

    For instance, our post-quantum secure chips, developed by our semiconductor subsidiary SEALSQ Corp (Nasdaq: LAES), are now being embedded into WISeSat satellites to create a secure foundation for a decentralized IoT infrastructure. Blockchain and identity platforms like SEALCOIN and WISeID are being deployed to power autonomous, tamper-proof transactions between machines, satellites, and users. Combining this with our partnership with the Hedera distributed ledger, brings transparency and immutability to these transactions. Additionally, our work with the Swiss Army is proceeding with the testing of a secure smartphone and secure communications with our WISeSat Satellites.

    This convergence approach positions WISeKey at the intersection of some of the most critical transformations of our time, such as quantum-resilient security, space-based connectivity, and the decentralized economy. We are not just adapting to the digital future, we are building it. For WISeKey, 2025 is expected to be a year of execution and scale, where our integrated business units aim to deliver tangible impact.”

    FY 2024 HIGHLIGHTS

    • $90.6 million cash balance (as of December 31, 2024) alongside a much cleaner balance sheet.
    • $11.9 million FY 2024 revenue, down from $30.1 million in FY 2023, reflects an expected decrease as a result of a transitional year with semiconductors customers gradually shifting to our next-generation quantum-resistant solutions and delayed building inventory until the release alongside the impact of the excess inventory accumulation by customers in 2023.
    • $7.0 million investments in R&D for the development of new projects and technologies, including SEALSQ’s post-quantum chip, SEALCOIN, and our WISeSat next generation satellites.
    • First engineering samples of our new quantum resistant secure microcontroller delivered in Q4 2024, in line with our semiconductors’ R&D plan initiated in 2022. We are on target to make our QVault-TPM, the next generation of secure microcontrollers built by SEALSQ on our new Secure RISC-V CPU, available on the market in Q4 2025.
    • Signed a landmark agreement with the Swiss Army to co-develop advanced cybersecurity and space-based capabilities. The first new generation WISeSat satellite under this initiative was launched in January 2025.
    • $115 million pipeline of secured and pending business opportunities over the period from 2026 to 2028 as of April 15, 2025.

    LOOKING AHEAD TO 2025

    Strong Financial Foundation to Support Strategic Growth

    WISeKey’s 2024 year-end solid cash position in excess of $90 million (predominantly secured via the over $80 million capital raised during 2024 by SEALSQ), alongside the availability of any additional financing should it be required, and its much cleaner balance sheet, place the Company in a very strong position to invest in high-growth areas such as post-quantum cybersecurity, next-generation semiconductors, satellite infrastructure, and blockchain-based ecosystems.

    Despite certain sector-wide headwinds, the Company’s overall outlook remains robust with a pipeline of secured and pending business opportunities exceeding $115 million for the period from 2026 to 2028, supported by growing public sector and defense partnerships.

    WISeKey anticipates strong growth in 2025, propelled by SEALSQ’s quantum-resistant technology developments and expanding IoT security demand. This growth is expected to be driven by the integration of chip revenue from new sources, an expansion in chip personalization services, additional revenue generated by WISeSat, and the consolidated revenue from our planned investments.

    In our semiconductors vertical, SEALSQ has been the main revenue contributor in 2024 and in prior years. We anticipate that our new Quantum-Resistant chips will be available on the market in Q4 2025. WISeKey foresees generating substantial returns from the full-scale commercial deployment of this quantum resistant chip starting in 2026.

    WISeKey has therefore taken several initiatives to develop new revenue streams and strengthen net results.

    These initiatives include:

    • Quantix Edges: Semiconductor Personalization & Design Center in Spain

    WISeKey and SEALSQ jointly, together with OdinS and TProtege, two Spanish companies with extensive experience in R&D&I (Research & Development & Innovation) worldwide and in the design and manufacturing of IoT devices and solutions, plan to establish in the Region of Murcia a “Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity and Microchips” under the financial umbrella of the Microelectronics and Semiconductors Plan (PERTE CHIP) initiated by Spain.   The project called Quantix Edges is in the final stages of the approval process by SETT, the Spanish government’s entity responsible for funding under the PERTE budgets.

    • Consolidated revenue from acquisition opportunities

    The potential IC’ALPS acquisition, if completed, would bolster SEALSQ’s Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) development, and further strengthen WISeKey’s portfolio of products.

    • WISeSat’s new generation satellites

    Six more launches are planned during 2025 and 2026, with the next one currently scheduled for June 2025.

    • SEALCOIN’s TIoT commercial launch

    Following on from the successful Proof of Concept carried out in Q1 2025, SEALCOIN is working to identify partners to perform other PoCs and further demonstrate its readiness for industrialization of its TIoT solution.

    • Quantum as a Service

    In 2025, WISeKey advanced its commitment to quantum computing by investing in ColibriTD, a pioneering quantum technology company, aiming to integrate ColibriTD’s Quantum-as-a-Service (QaaS) platform into its Quantum Roadmap.

    • Scaled Up Global Footprint

    WISeKey continues to strategically expand its global presence, secure key partnerships with renowned distributors and sales representatives in crucial markets. These alliances have strengthened WISeKey’s market position while fueling growth by leveraging each partner’s expertise and established networks.

    KEY DEVELOPMENTS BY SUBSIDIARY

    SEALSQ: Leadership in IoT and Post-Quantum Cryptography Era

    SEALSQ advanced the Company’s mission to secure the connected world by focusing on post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and IoT security. Through its QUASAR platform, SEALSQ developed quantum-resistant technologies to protect data against future quantum threats, aligning with global standards like those from NIST. SEALSQ’s future strategy is built around four key priorities:

    1. Commercial Launch of Post-Quantum Chips

    • Commercial launch of two new post-quantum semiconductors, targeting IoT, PC, Tablets, and various industrial applications including medical, military and automotive sectors.
    • Expansion of chip fabrication partnerships to increase output for enterprise and government security solutions.
    • SEALSQ has set an ambitious five-year target to capture 20% of the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) market, a goal supported by strong market engagement. By the end of 2024, SEALSQ had secured over 60 qualified leads and one Design-IN for its TPM products, which are slated for commercial launch in 2025.
    • Developing Quantum resistant ASIC (custom design secure chips) for specific large client needs.

    2. Executing Targeted Acquisitions, Investments and Joint Ventures

    • Advanced and exclusive negotiations to acquire 100% of IC’ALPS; expected to be finalized in 2025.
    • As part of its global expansion strategy, SEALSQ is in final stage negotiations with Spanish authorities to establish an Outsourced Semiconductor Personalization and Test Center (OSPTC) in Spain. SEALSQ is exploring the development of similar OSPTCs in India, the United States, and the Middle East and Africa (MEA).
    • Planned continuing investment in startups engaged in quantum computing and AI initiatives as part of the SEALQUANTUM Initiative.

    3. R&D and Strategic Investments in Post-Quantum Security

    • SEALSQ is investing in the final development, qualification, certification (Common Criteria EAL5+ and FIPS 140-3 Level 3) process and the Industrialization (Wafer Test, Final Test, Packaging, Key Injection) of its Quantum-Resistant TPM 2.0 chip with a commercial launch target date set for Q4 2025. We are in discussions with over 60 interested potential customers, including major electronics manufacturers.
    • Scaling the first TPM PQC chip in broader ASIC offer for addressing the Medical, Defense, and IoT market segments.
    • First deployment of SEALSQ’s Quantum Resistant IoT chips on the WISeSat picosatellite constellation, enhancing secure connectivity in remote regions.

    4. Expanding Trust Services

    • Scaling managed PKI solutions for Matter IoT and enterprise security.
    • Expanding SSL/TLS and GSMA certificate offerings to reinforce global digital trust ecosystems.
    • Pushing adoption of INeS PKI Post quantum Cryptography latest features.

    WISeSat: Expanding Secure Space Capabilities

    WISeKey advanced its WISeSat.Space project, deploying low-earth-orbit picosatellites to provide secure IoT connectivity for remote applications. The Company continued to invest in this innovative satellite network, aiming to enhance global coverage for IoT ecosystems. With further deployments planned for 2025, WISeSat.Space is poised to address growing market demand for secure, satellite-based communication solutions, supporting critical infrastructure and underserved regions.

    Strategic Partnership with Swiss Armed Forces in the Space Sector
    In 2024, the WISeSat.Space division not only reinforced its strategic partnership with the Swiss Armed Forces in the space sector through the initiation of new projects, but it also formalized agreements with RUAG, the strategic integrator for the Swiss Armed Forces, for a national defence project focused on device-to-device communications.

    European Low Earth Orbit Satellite Constellation
    To date, WISeSat.Space has launched 17 mini-satellites with Space X into orbit through a strategic investment and partnership with FOSSA Systems, aimed at expanding its portfolio of space technology assets. Over the next 36 months, WISeSat.Space plans to deploy 88 next-generation satellites, following the January 2025 launch from California, which should significantly enhance global IoT connectivity and environmental monitoring capabilities, supporting applications such as climate change analysis, disaster response, and precision agriculture.

    Pioneering Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Transactions from Space
    In 2024, we took steps to launch a groundbreaking mission that harnesses WISeKey’s advanced security solutions in conjunction with the Hedera network to pioneer the exchange of SEALCOIN from space. Successfully tested in Q1 2025, this initiative marked the first-ever demonstration of secure digital cryptocurrency transactions conducted from orbit and established a proof-of-concept redefining boundaries of blockchain integration, a new era of space-based digital economies. Through this innovative endeavour, we reaffirmed our commitment to leading the development of digital currencies in an expanding technological landscape.

    Blockchain Ecosystem: SEALCOIN and WISe.ART

    SEALCOIN, WISeKey’s transactional IoT platform, made significant progress toward deploying decentralized digital identity solutions, leveraging blockchain to enable secure Web 3.0 transactions using our WISelD platform to incorporate Distributed Identity capabilities. With a development timeline set for key milestones in 2025, SEALCOIN aims to deliver scalable solutions for secure, trust-based interactions across digital networks, enhancing user control over identity and data.

    WISe.ART advanced its blockchain-based ecosystem for digital art and NFTs, integrating Web 3.0 technologies to ensure secure authentication and tokenization, capitalizing on the digital collectibles market. The WISe.ART platform has been developed to serve galleries, museums, and collectors, backed by WISeKey’s root-of-trust and blockchain compatible certificates of authenticity.

    WISeID: Empowering Private Digital Identity

    WISeID, WISeKey’s flagship digital identity platform, introduced biometric authentication, self-sovereign identity (SSI), and post-quantum cryptographic protocols, making it one of the world’s most secure digital identity systems.

    Complementing this, during 2024 WISeKey announced the ongoing development and planned launch of the SEALPhone, an ultra-secure smartphone designed with a privacy-by-design architecture. Currently in testing mode with several strategic clients, SEALPhone integrates WISeID and SEALCOIN, enabling secure communication, identity protection, and digital asset storage on a single hardware platform.

    FILING OF 2024 ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 20-F

    WISeKey filed its Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in the Form 20-F for the full year period ended December 31, 2024, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 17, 2025. The Form 20-F can be accessed by visiting the Company’s website at www.wisekey.com.
    In addition, the Company’s stockholders may receive a hard copy of the Form 20-F, which includes complete audited financial statements, free of charge by contacting its Investor Relations Representative at lcati@equityny.com or +1 212 836-9611.

    CONFERENCE CALL

    The Company will host a conference call to review its results on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:00 am ET (4:00 pm CET). To join, please use the following dial-in numbers:

    • Toll-Free Dial-In Number: 877-445-9755
    • International Dial-In Number: 201-493-6744

    The webcast of the call can be accessed through the Investor Relations section of WISeKey’s website at www.wisekey.com. An archived version of the call will also be made available.

    ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL & OPERATIONAL DATA

    Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income/(Loss) [as reported]

      12 months ended December 31,
    USD’000, except earnings per share 2024   2023   2022
               
    Net sales 11,875   30,918   23,814
    Cost of sales (7,104)   (15,754)   (13,588)
    Depreciation of production assets (478)   (420)   (132)
    Gross profit 4,293   14,744   10,094
               
    Other operating income 184   167   2,073
    Research & development expenses (7,026)   (4,398)   (3,862)
    Selling & marketing expenses (8,550)   (6,523)   (7,275)
    General & administrative expenses (16,324)   (17,290)   (11,466)
    Total operating expenses (31,716)   (28,044)   (20,530)
    Operating loss (27,423)   (13,300)   (10,436)
               
    Non-operating income 1,629   2,374   3,937
    Debt conversion expense (32)   (562)   (827)
    Interest and amortization of debt discount (1,013)   (624)   (168)
    Non-operating expenses (2,018)   (3,107)   (5,551)
    Loss before income tax expense (28,857)   (15,219)   (13,045)
               
    Income tax income / (expense) (3,086)   (230)   3,238
    Loss from continuing operations, net (31,943)   (15,449)   (9,807)
               
    Discontinued operations:          
    Net sales from discontinued operations     1,805
    Cost of sales from discontinued operations     (978)
    Total operating and non-operating expenses from discontinued operations     (5,274)
    Income tax recovery from discontinued operations     25
    Loss on disposal of a business, net of tax on disposal     (15,026)
    Income / (loss) on discontinued operations     (19,448)
               
    Net loss (31,943)   (15,449)   (29,255)
               
    Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests (18,497)   (89)   (1,780)
    Net loss attributable to WISeKey International
    Holding Ltd
    (13,446)   (15,360)   (27,475)
               
    Earnings per Class A Share (USD)          
    Earnings per Class A Share from continuing operations          
    Basic (0.92)   (0.50)   (0.44)
    Diluted (0.92)   (0.50)   (0.44)
    Earnings per Class A Share from discontinued operations          
    Basic     (0.87)
    Diluted     (0.87)
               
    Earning per Class A Share attributable to WISeKey International Holding Ltd          
    Basic (0.39)   (0.51)   (1.22)
    Diluted (0.39)   (0.51)   (1.22)
               
    Earnings per Class B Share (USD)          
    Earnings per Class B Share from continuing operations          
    Basic (9.17)   (5.01)   (4.36)
    Diluted (9.17)   (5.01)   (4.36)
    Earnings per Class B Share from discontinued operations          
    Basic     (8.65)
    Diluted     (8.65)
               
    Earning per Class B Share attributable to WISeKey International Holding Ltd          
    Basic (3.86)   (5.06)   (12.22)
    Diluted (3.86)   (5.06)   (12.22)
               
    Other comprehensive income / (loss), net of tax:          
    Foreign currency translation adjustments 287   (842)   (1,434)
    Reclassifications out of the OCI arising during period     1,156
    Defined benefit pension plans:          
    Net gain (loss) arising during period (1,206)   (1,151)   2,934
    Other comprehensive income / (loss) (919)   (1,993)   2,656
    Comprehensive income / (loss) (32,862)   (17,442)   (26,599)
               
    Other comprehensive income / (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests (28)   (99)   (964)
    Other comprehensive income / (loss) attributable to WISeKey International Holding Ltd (891)   (1,894)   3,620
               
    Comprehensive income / (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests (18,525)   (188)   (2,744)
    Comprehensive income / (loss) attributable
    to WISeKey International Holding Ltd
    (14,337)   (17,254)   (23,855)

    The notes are an integral part of our consolidated financial statements.

    Consolidated Balance Sheets [as reported]

      As at December 31,   As at December 31,
    USD’000 2024   2023
           
    ASSETS      
    Current assets      
    Cash and cash equivalents 90,600   15,311
    Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses 4,285   5,471
    Notes receivable, current 13   63
    Inventories 1,418   5,230
    Prepaid expenses 1,364   1,290
    Government assistance 2,247   1,718
    Other current assets 573   1,008
    Total current assets 100,500   30,091
           
    Noncurrent assets      
    Notes receivable, noncurrent 32  
    Deferred income tax assets   3,077
    Deferred tax credits 250   15
    Property, plant and equipment net of accumulated depreciation 3,275   3,392
    Intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization 96   96
    Operating lease right-of-use assets 1,502   2,052
    Goodwill 8,317   8,317
    Equity securities, at cost 455   486
    Other noncurrent assets 261   275
    Total noncurrent assets 14,188   17,710
    TOTAL ASSETS 114,688   47,801
           
    LIABILITIES      
    Current Liabilities      
    Accounts payable 13,496   12,863
    Notes payable 5,900   4,085
    Indebtedness to related parties, current 78   79
    Convertible note payable, current 9   190
    Deferred revenue, current 93   217
    Current portion of obligations under operating lease liabilities 607   638
    Income tax payable 2   4
    Other current liabilities 1,135   832
    Total current liabilities 21,320   18,908
           
    Noncurrent liabilities      
    Bonds, mortgages and other long-term debt 102   1,820
    Convertible note payable, noncurrent   1,519
    Deferred revenue, noncurrent 21   24
    Indebtedness to related parties, noncurrent 1,387  
    Operating lease liabilities, noncurrent 853   1,443
    Employee benefit plan obligation 3,877   3,001
    Other noncurrent liabilities 4   2
    Total noncurrent liabilities 6,244   7,809
    TOTAL LIABILITIES 27,564   26,717
    Commitments and contingent liabilities      
           
    SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY      
    Common stock – Class A 16   400
               Par value – CHF 0.01 and CHF 0.25      
    Authorized – 2,000,880 and 2,000,880 shares      
    Issued and outstanding – 1,600,880 and 1,600,880 shares      
    Common stock – Class B 359   8,170
    Par value – CHF 0.10 and CHF 2.50      
    Authorized – 6,194,267 and 6,194,267      
    Issued – 3,365,560 and 3,076,150      
    Outstanding – 3,309,052 and 2,954,097      
    Share subscription in progress 1  
    Treasury stock, at cost (56,508 and 122,053 shares held) (502)   (691)
    Additional paid-in capital 316,431   289,448
    Accumulated other comprehensive income / (loss) 3,150   4,041
    Accumulated deficit (294,407)   (280,961)
    Total shareholders’ equity attributable to WISeKey shareholders 25,048   20,407
    Noncontrolling interests in consolidated subsidiaries 62,076   677
    Total shareholders’ equity 87,124   21,084
    TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY 114,688   47,801

    The notes are an integral part of our consolidated financial statements.

    Our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, after evaluating the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by the 2024 annual report, identified a material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting relating to an ineffective review control that was identified by the auditor.  As a result, an adjustment was made to the additional paid-in capital and noncontrolling interest in the equity accounts by the Company prior to the issuance of the financial statements ended December 31, 2024, which did not impact upon the total equity. See Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements.

    About WISeKey
    WISeKey International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey”, SIX: WIHN; Nasdaq: WKEY) is a global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and IoT solutions platform. It operates as a Swiss-based holding company through several operational subsidiaries, each dedicated to specific aspects of its technology portfolio. The subsidiaries include (i) SEALSQ Corp (Nasdaq: LAES), which focuses on semiconductors, PKI, and post-quantum technology products, (ii) WISeKey SA which specializes in RoT and PKI solutions for secure authentication and identification in IoT, Blockchain, and AI, (iii) WISeSat AG which focuses on space technology for secure satellite communication, specifically for IoT applications, (iv) WISe.ART Corp which focuses on trusted blockchain NFTs and operates the WISe.ART marketplace for secure NFT transactions, and (v) SEALCOIN AG which focuses on decentralized physical internet with DePIN technology and house the development of the SEALCOIN platform.

    Each subsidiary contributes to WISeKey’s mission of securing the internet while focusing on their respective areas of research and expertise. Their technologies seamlessly integrate into the comprehensive WISeKey platform. WISeKey secures digital identity ecosystems for individuals and objects using Blockchain, AI, and IoT technologies. With over 1.6 billion microchips deployed across various IoT sectors, WISeKey plays a vital role in securing the Internet of Everything. The company’s semiconductors generate valuable Big Data that, when analyzed with AI, enable predictive equipment failure prevention. Trusted by the OISTE/WISeKey cryptographic Root of Trust, WISeKey provides secure authentication and identification for IoT, Blockchain, and AI applications. The WISeKey Root of Trust ensures the integrity of online transactions between objects and people. For more information on WISeKey’s strategic direction and its subsidiary companies, please visit www.wisekey.com.

    Disclaimer

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This communication expressly or implicitly contains certain forward-looking statements concerning WISeKey International Holding Ltd and its business. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding our business strategy, financial performance, results of operations, market data, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future, as well as any other statements which are not historical facts and can be identified by forward-looking words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “should,” “will” and “would” or similar words. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, no assurance can be given that such expectations will prove to have been correct. These statements involve known and unknown risks and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates which are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Important factors that, in our view, could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements include WISeKey’s ability to continue beneficial transactions with material parties, including a limited number of significant customers; market demand and semiconductor industry conditions; the growth of the post-quantum cryptography market; the adoption by developers and customers of quantum computing; the successful launch our post-quantum chips; our ability to sell post-quantum cryptography products to consumers; our ability to develop NIST-approved algorithms for our post-quantum semiconductor technologies; our ability to expand our chip personalization services; our ability to derive consolidated revenue from our planned investments; growth in our cybersecurity certificate and managed PKI services and acquisitions; our ability to expand our Semiconductor personalization and design facilities and semiconductor production; our ability to grow our U.S., Middle East and Asia-Pacific market presence; our ability to expand our Trust services; our development and tokenization of WISe.ART; our expansion of the WISeSat.Space project and the deployment of our next generation satellites; our proposed expansion into EMEA, North America and Asia; the deployment and commercialization of SEALCOIN and TIoT; the ongoing development and adopted of WISeID; and the risks discussed in WISeKey’s filings with the SEC. Risks and uncertainties are further described in reports filed by WISeKey with the SEC.

    This press release does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities, and it does not constitute an offering prospectus within the meaning of the Swiss Financial Services Act (“FinSA”), the FinSa’s predecessor legislation or advertising within the meaning of the FinSA. Investors must rely on their own evaluation of WISeKey and its securities, including the merits and risks involved. Nothing contained herein is, or shall be relied on as, a promise or representation as to the future performance of WISeKey.

    Press and Investor Contacts

    WISeKey International Holding Ltd
    Company Contact:  Carlos Moreira
    Chairman & CEO
    Tel: +41 22 594 3000
    info@wisekey.com 
    WISeKey Investor Relations (US) 
    The Equity Group Inc.
    Lena Cati
    Tel: +1 212 836-9611
    lcati@equityny.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Norwood Financial Corp announces First Quarter 2025 Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Quarterly Highlights:

    • Fully diluted EPS of $0.63, a 14.5% increase over the same period in 2024
    • Return on assets rises to over 1.00%.
    • Net interest margin increased 30 basis points vs. the prior quarter and 11 basis points over the prior year.
    • Loans grew at a 13.5% annualized rate during the first quarter.
    • Capital continues to improve on increased earnings and lower AOCI adjustment.

    HONESDALE, Pa., April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Norwood Financial Corp (Nasdaq Global Market-NWFL) and its subsidiary, Wayne Bank, announced results for the three months March 31, 2025.

    Jim Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Norwood Financial Corp and Wayne Bank, stated, “The actions that we took in December 2024 to improve our capital and earnings have given us a great start to 2025. The portfolio repositioning has improved our net interest margin. That, coupled with strong annualized growth in loans and deposits, put us on a positive trajectory for 2025. We continue to benefit from lower deposit costs together with higher assets yields and our deposit growth has allowed us to lower our use of wholesale borrowings.”

    Mr. Donnelly continued, “The capital that we raised in December 2024, has strengthened our balance sheet and will allow our Company to better weather any headwinds that come with global uncertainty. Although we do not have any international business per se, we do have customers who may have exposure to developing trade conditions. Because we are a community bank we are contacting our customers to determine how we can best assist them, if necessary. Additionally, we are being prudent regarding the opportunities in front of us, taking the time to assess the effects of changing economic circumstances.”

    Selected Financial Highlights

    (dollars in thousands, except
    per share data)
    Year-Over Year Linked Quarter Adjusted Linked Quarter1  
      3 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 3 Months Ended  
      Mar-25 Mar-24 Change Dec-24 Change Dec-24 Change  
    Net interest income 17,857   14,710   3,147 16,625   1,232 16,625   1,232  
    Net interest spread (fte) 2.61%   2.08%   53 bps 2.31%   30 bps 2.31%   30 bps  
    Net interest margin (fte) 3.30%   2.80%   50 bps 3.04%   26 bps 3.04%   26 bps  
    Net income (loss) 5,773   4,433   1,340 (12,651)   18,424 3,119   2,654  
    Diluted earnings per share 0.63   0.55   0.08 -1.54   -2.09 0.38   0.25  
    Return on average assets 1.01%   0.80%   21 bps -2.19%   320 bps 0.54%   47 bps  
    Return on tangible equity 12.40%   11.65%   75 bps -30.77%   (4,317 bps) 7.59%   481 bps  
           

    1 – The above table includes non-GAAP financial measures excluding the one-time $20.0 million net realized loss incurred in the fourth quarter as a result of the repositioning of our investment portfolio. Please see “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for a reconciliation of all non-GAAP financial measures.

    Discussion of financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025:

    • The Company had net income of $5.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, an increase $1.3 million over the same period last year.
    • Net interest income increased during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the first quarter of 2024 due to increases in asset yields which outpaced increases in yields on liabilities.
    • Correspondingly, the net interest margin in the first quarter of 2025 was 3.30% compared to 2.80% in the first quarter of 2024.
    • The efficiency ratio for the first quarter of 2025 was 59.7% compared to 70.6% in the first quarter of 2024.
    • As of March 31, 2025, total assets were $2.376 billion, compared to $2.260 billion at March 31, 2024, an increase of 5.07%.
    • Loans receivable were $1.771 billion at March 31 2025, compared to $1.621 billion at March 31, 2024, an increase of 9.24%.
    • Total deposits were $2.004 billion at March 31 2025, compared to $1.839 billion at March 31, 2024, an increase of 9.00%.
    • Tangible Common Equity was 8.16% as of March 31, 2025, versus 6.80% at March 31, 2024.
    • Tangible Book Value per share increased $0.81 from $19.85 at December 31, 2024 to $20.66 at March 31, 2025.

    Norwood Financial Corp is the parent company of Wayne Bank, which operates from sixteen offices throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania and fourteen offices in Delaware, Sullivan, Ontario, Otsego and Yates Counties, New York. The Company’s stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol “NWFL”.

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    This release references adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, adjusted return on average assets and adjusted return on tangible equity, all of which are non-GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) financial measures. Adjusted values were derived by reversing the effect of loss on sale of securities in December 2024 along with the attendant tax effect. We believe the presentation of adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, adjusted return on average assets and adjusted return on tangible equity ensures comparability of these measures as the portfolio restructuring is not something the Company expects to be a recurring event.

    Adjusted Return on Average Assets      
    (Dollars in thousands)      
      Three Months Ended
      December 31, 2024
    Net (loss) income $ (12,651)  
    Average assets   2,299,732  
    Return on average assets (annualized)   -2.19 %
    Net (loss) income   (12,651)  
    Net realized losses on sale of securities   19,962  
    Tax effect at 21%   (4,192)  
    Adjusted Net Income (Non-GAAP)   3,119  
    Average assets   2,299,732  
    Adjusted return on average assets (annualized)      
    (Non-GAAP)   0.54 %
           
           
    Adjusted Return on Average Tangible Shareholders’ Equity      
    (Dollars in thousands)      
           
      Three Months Ended
      December 31, 2024
    Net (loss) income $ (12,651)  
    Average shareholders’ equity   192,981  
    Average intangible assets   29,424  
    Average tangible shareholders’ equity   163,557  
    Return on average tangible shareholders’ equity (annualized)   -30.77 %
    Net (loss) income   (12,651)  
    Net realized losses on sale of securities   19,962  
    Tax effect at 21%   (4,192)  
    Adjusted Net Income (Non-GAAP)   3,119  
    Average tangible shareholders’ equity   163,557  
    Adjusted return on average shareholders’ equity (annualized)      
    (Non-GAAP)   7.59 %
           
           
    Adjusted Earnings Per Share      
    (Dollars in thousands)      
           
      Three Months Ended
      December 31, 2024
    GAAP-Based Earnings Per Share, Basic $ (1.54)  
    GAAP-Based Earnings Per Share, Diluted $ (1.54)  
    Net (Loss) Income   (12,651)  
    Net realized losses on sale of securities   19,962  
    Tax effect at 21%   (4,192)  
    Adjusted Net Income (Non-GAAP)   3,119  
    Adjusted Earnings per Share, Basic (Non-GAAP) $ 0.38  
    Adjusted Earnings per Share, Diluted (Non-GAAP) $ 0.38  

    The following table reconciles average equity to average tangible equity:

        For the Period Ended
    (dollars in thousands)   March 31
          2025       2024  
                 
    Average equity   $ 218,194     $ 182,088  
    Average goodwill and other intangibles     (29,409 )     (29,476 )
    Average tangible equity   $ 188,785     $ 152,612  
                 

    Forward-Looking Statements

    The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 contains safe harbor provisions regarding forward-looking statements. When used in this discussion, the words “believes”, “anticipates”, “contemplates”, “expects”, “bode”, “future performance” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Those risks and uncertainties include, among other things, changes in federal and state laws, changes in interest rates, our ability to maintain strong credit quality metrics, our ability to have future performance, our ability to control core operating expenses and costs, demand for real estate, government fiscal and trade policies, cybersecurity and general economic conditions. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly release the results of any revisions to those forward-looking statements which may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

    Contact: John M. McCaffery
    Executive Vice President &
    Chief Financial Officer
    NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP
    272-304-3003
    www.waynebank.com 

             
    NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP        
    Consolidated Balance Sheets        
    (dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)        
     (unaudited)        
        March 31
        2025     2024  
    ASSETS        
       Cash and due from banks $ 31,729   $ 19,519  
       Interest-bearing deposits with banks   43,678     92,444  
              Cash and cash equivalents   75,407     111,963  
             
      Securities available for sale   408,742     398,374  
      Loans receivable   1,771,269     1,621,448  
      Less: Allowance for credit losses   20,442     18,020  
         Net loans receivable   1,750,827     1,603,428  
      Regulatory stock, at cost   7,616     6,545  
      Bank premises and equipment, net   20,273     18,057  
      Bank owned life insurance   46,914     45,869  
      Foreclosed real estate owned       97  
      Accrued interest receivable   8,587     8,135  
      Deferred tax assets, net   17,859     21,642  
      Goodwill   29,266     29,266  
      Other intangible assets   136     202  
      Other assets   10,417     16,845  
              TOTAL ASSETS $ 2,376,044   $ 2,260,423  
             
    LIABILITIES        
       Deposits:        
         Non-interest bearing demand $ 391,377   $ 383,362  
         Interest-bearing   1,613,071     1,455,636  
              Total deposits   2,004,448     1,838,998  
      Short-term borrowings       60,055  
      Other borrowings   118,590     151,179  
      Accrued interest payable   13,864     11,737  
      Other liabilities   18,435     17,241  
                TOTAL LIABILITIES   2,155,337     2,079,210  
             
    STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY        
      Preferred Stock, no par value per share, authorized 5,000,000 shares        
      Common Stock, $.10 par value per share,        
             authorized: 20,000,000 shares,        
             issued: 2025: 9,489,398 shares, 2024: 8,310,847 shares   949     831  
      Surplus   126,785     97,893  
      Retained earnings   127,865     137,285  
      Treasury stock, at cost: 2025: 229,979 shares, 2024: 200,690 shares   (6,208 )   (5,397 )
      Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (28,684 )   (49,399 )
               TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY   220,707     181,213  
             
              TOTAL LIABILITIES AND        
                     STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY $ 2,376,044   $ 2,260,423  
             
             
    NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP        
    Consolidated Statements of Income        
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data)        
      (unaudited)        
        Three Months Ended March 31,
        2025     2024  
    INTEREST INCOME        
        Loans receivable, including fees $ 25,988   $ 23,681  
        Securities   3,870     2,526  
        Other   226     731  
             Total Interest income   30,084     26,938  
             
    INTEREST EXPENSE        
       Deposits   10,748     10,110  
       Short-term borrowings   458     336  
       Other borrowings   1,021     1,782  
            Total Interest expense   12,227     12,228  
    NET INTEREST INCOME   17,857     14,710  
    PROVISION FOR (RELEASE OF) CREDIT LOSSES $ 857   $ (624 )
    NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION FOR (RELEASE OF) CREDIT LOSSES   17,000     15,334  
             
             
    OTHER INCOME        
        Service charges and fees   1,513     1,343  
        Income from fiduciary activities   325     238  
        Gains on sales of loans, net   47     6  
        Earnings and proceeds on life insurance policies   286     268  
        Other   180     151  
               Total other income   2,351     2,006  
             
    OTHER EXPENSES        
          Salaries and employee benefits   6,472     6,135  
          Occupancy, furniture and equipment   1,378     1,261  
          Data processing and related operations   1,085     1,022  
          Taxes, other than income   192     93  
          Professional fees   659     585  
          FDIC Insurance assessment   406     361  
          Foreclosed real estate   4     21  
          Amortization of intangibles   15     19  
          Other   1,853     2,235  
                 Total other expenses   12,064     11,732  
             
    INCOME BEFORE TAX EXPENSE   7,287     5,608  
    INCOME TAX EXPENSE   1,514     1,175  
    NET INCOME $ 5,773   $ 4,433  
             
    Basic earnings per share $ 0.63   $ 0.55  
             
    Diluted earnings per share $ 0.63   $ 0.55  
                 
    NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP                                    
    NET INTEREST MARGIN ANALYSIS                                    
    (dollars in thousands)                                    
                                         
      For the Quarter Ended
      March 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 March 31, 2024
      Average   Average   Average   Average   Average   Average  
      Balance Interest    Rate   Balance Interest     Rate   Balance Interest     Rate  
      (2) (1) (3)   (2) (1) (3)   (2) (1) (3)  
    Assets                                    
    Interest-earning assets:                                    
      Interest-bearing deposits with banks $ 20,802   $ 226   4.41   % $ 46,629   $ 574   4.90   % $ 53,930   $ 730   5.44   %
       Securities available for sale:                                    
         Taxable   408,427     3,623   3.60       404,777     2,434   2.39       402,275     2,147   2.15    
         Tax-exempt (1)   44,242     312   2.86       65,628     449   2.72       69,880     481   2.77    
            Total securities available for sale (1)   452,669     3,935   3.53       470,405     2,883   2.44       472,155     2,628   2.24    
         Loans receivable (1) (4) (5)   1,743,572     26,120   6.08       1,690,650     26,246   6.18       1,612,106     23,775   5.93    
            Total interest-earning assets   2,217,043     30,281   5.54       2,207,684     29,703   5.35       2,138,191     27,133   5.10    
    Non-interest earning assets:                                    
       Cash and due from banks   28,705             27,283             24,593          
       Allowance for credit losses   (20,154 )           (18,741 )           (19,096 )        
       Other assets   93,131             83,506             73,692          
            Total non-interest earning assets   101,682             92,048             79,189          
    Total Assets $ 2,318,725           $ 2,299,732           $ 2,217,380          
    Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity                                    
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                                    
       Interest-bearing demand and money market $ 546,884   $ 2,801   2.08     $ 528,330   $ 3,017   2.27     $ 449,825   $ 2,311   2.07    
       Savings   211,905     142   0.27       209,362     162   0.31       235,545     250   0.43    
       Time   793,803     7,805   3.99       764,819     7,805   4.06       725,199     7,549   4.19    
          Total interest-bearing deposits   1,552,592     10,748   2.81       1,502,511     10,984   2.91       1,410,569     10,110   2.88    
    Short-term borrowings   44,297     458   4.19       46,267     348   2.99       57,997     336   2.33    
    Other borrowings   93,549     1,021   4.43       133,620     1,528   4.55       155,498     1,782   4.61    
       Total interest-bearing liabilities   1,690,438     12,227   2.93       1,682,398     12,860   3.04       1,624,064     12,228   3.03    
    Non-interest bearing liabilities:                                    
       Demand deposits   380,544             394,001             386,066          
       Other liabilities   29,549             30,352             25,162          
          Total non-interest bearing liabilities   410,093             424,353             411,228          
       Stockholders’ equity   218,194             192,981             182,088          
    Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity $ 2,318,725           $ 2,299,732           $ 2,217,380          
    Net interest income/spread (tax equivalent basis)       18,054   2.61   %       16,843   2.31   %       14,905   2.08   %
    Tax-equivalent basis adjustment       (197 )           (218 )           (195 )    
    Net interest income     $ 17,857           $ 16,625           $ 14,710      
    Net interest margin (tax equivalent basis)         3.30   %         3.04   %         2.80   %
                                         
                                         
    (1) Interest and yields are presented on a tax-equivalent basis using a marginal tax rate of 21%.                           
    (2) Average balances have been calculated based on daily balances.                              
    (3) Annualized                                    
    (4) Loan balances include non-accrual loans and are net of unearned income.                            
    (5) Loan yields include the effect of amortization of deferred fees, net of costs.                            
    NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP        
    Financial Highlights (Unaudited)        
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data)        
             
    For the Three Months Ended March 31   2025     2024  
             
    Net interest income $ 17,857   $ 14,710  
    Net income   5,773     4,433  
             
    Net interest spread (fully taxable equivalent)   2.61 %   2.08 %
    Net interest margin (fully taxable equivalent)   3.30 %   2.80 %
    Return on average assets   1.01 %   0.80 %
    Return on average equity   10.73 %   9.79 %
    Return on average tangible equity   12.40 %   11.68 %
    Basic earnings per share $ 0.63   $ 0.55  
    Diluted earnings per share $ 0.63   $ 0.55  
             
    As of March 31   2025     2024  
             
    Total assets $ 2,376,044   $ 2,260,423  
    Total loans receivable   1,771,269     1,621,448  
    Allowance for credit losses   20,442     18,020  
    Total deposits   2,004,448     1,838,998  
    Stockholders’ equity   220,707     181,213  
    Trust assets under management   198,761     202,020  
             
    Book value per share $ 23.84   $ 22.34  
    Tangible book value per share $ 20.66   $ 18.71  
    Equity to total assets   9.29 %   8.02 %
    Allowance to total loans receivable   1.15 %   1.11 %
    Nonperforming loans to total loans   0.45 %   0.23 %
    Nonperforming assets to total assets   0.33 %   0.17 %
             
    NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP                    
    Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)                    
    (dollars in thousands)                    
        March 31   December 31   September 30   June 30   March 31
        2025   2024   2024   2024   2024
    ASSETS                    
    Cash and due from banks $ 31,729 $ 27,562 $ 47,072 $ 29,903 $ 19,519
    Interest-bearing deposits with banks   43,678   44,777   35,808   39,492   92,444
    Cash and cash equivalents   75,407   72,339   82,880   69,395   111,963
                         
    Securities available for sale   408,742   397,846   396,891   397,578   398,374
    Loans receivable   1,771,269   1,713,638   1,675,139   1,641,356   1,621,448
    Less: Allowance for credit losses   20,442   19,843   18,699   17,807   18,020
    Net loans receivable   1,750,827   1,693,795   1,656,440   1,623,549   1,603,428
    Regulatory stock, at cost   7,616   13,366   6,329   6,443   6,545
    Bank owned life insurance   46,914   46,657   46,382   46,121   45,869
    Bank premises and equipment, net   20,273   19,657   18,503   18,264   18,057
    Foreclosed real estate owned           97
    Goodwill and other intangibles   29,402   29,418   29,433   29,449   29,468
    Other assets   36,863   44,384   42,893   44,517   46,622
    TOTAL ASSETS $ 2,376,044 $ 2,317,462 $ 2,279,751 $ 2,235,316 $ 2,260,423
                         
    LIABILITIES                    
    Deposits:                    
    Non-interest bearing demand $ 391,377 $ 381,479 $ 420,967 $ 391,849 $ 383,362
    Interest-bearing deposits   1,613,071   1,477,684   1,434,284   1,419,323   1,455,636
    Total deposits   2,004,448   1,859,163   1,855,251   1,811,172   1,838,998
    Borrowings   118,590   214,862   197,412   210,422   211,234
    Other liabilities   32,299   29,929   31,434   31,534   28,978
    TOTAL LIABILITIES   2,155,337   2,103,954   2,084,097   2,053,128   2,079,210
                         
    STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY   220,707   213,508   195,654   182,188   181,213
                         
    TOTAL LIABILITIES AND                    
    STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY $ 2,376,044 $ 2,317,462 $ 2,279,751 $ 2,235,316 $ 2,260,423
                         
    NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP                    
    Consolidated Statements of Income (unaudited)                    
    (dollars in thousands, except per share data)                    
        March 31   December 31   September 30   June 30   March 31
    Three months ended   2025    2024    2024    2024    2024 
    INTEREST INCOME                    
    Loans receivable, including fees $ 25,988   $ 26,122   $ 25,464   $ 24,121   $ 23,681  
    Securities   3,870     2,789     2,526     2,584     2,526  
    Other   226     574     497     966     731  
    Total interest income   30,084     29,485     28,487     27,671     26,938  
                         
    INTEREST EXPENSE                    
    Deposits   10,748     10,984     10,553     10,687     10,110  
    Borrowings   1,479     1,876     2,003     2,059     2,118  
    Total interest expense   12,227     12,860     12,556     12,746     12,228  
    NET INTEREST INCOME   17,857     16,625     15,931     14,925     14,710  
    PROVISION FOR (RELEASE OF) CREDIT LOSSES   857     1,604     1,345     347     (624 )
    NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER (RELEASE OF) PROVISION                    
    FOR CREDIT LOSSES   17,000     15,021     14,586     14,578     15,334  
                         
    OTHER INCOME                    
    Service charges and fees   1,513     1,595     1,517     1,504     1,343  
    Income from fiduciary activities   325     224     256     225     238  
    Net realized (losses) gains on sales of securities       (19,962 )            
    Gains on sales of loans, net   47     50     103     36     6  
    Gains on sales of foreclosed real estate owned               32      
    Earnings and proceeds on life insurance policies   286     275     261     253     268  
    Other   180     159     158     157     151  
    Total other income   2,351     (17,659 )   2,295     2,207     2,006  
                         
    OTHER EXPENSES                    
    Salaries and employee benefits   6,472     6,690     6,239     5,954     6,135  
    Occupancy, furniture and equipment, net   1,378     1,291     1,269     1,229     1,261  
    Foreclosed real estate   4     9     9     15     21  
    FDIC insurance assessment   406     335     339     309     361  
    Other   3,804     5,094     4,175     3,937     3,954  
    Total other expenses   12,064     13,419     12,031     11,444     11,732  
                         
    INCOME BEFORE TAX (BENEFIT) EXPENSE   7,287     (16,057 )   4,850     5,341     5,608  
    INCOME TAX (BENEFIT) EXPENSE   1,514     (3,406 )   1,006     1,128     1,175  
    NET (LOSS) INCOME $ 5,773   $ (12,651 ) $ 3,844   $ 4,213   $ 4,433  
                         
    Basic (loss) earnings per share $ 0.63   $ (1.54 ) $ 0.48   $ 0.52   $ 0.55  
                         
    Diluted (loss) earnings per share $ 0.63   $ (1.54 ) $ 0.48   $ 0.52   $ 0.55  
                         
    Book Value per share $ 23.84   $ 23.02   $ 24.18   $ 22.52   $ 22.34  
    Tangible Book Value per share   20.66     19.85     20.54     18.88     18.71  
                         
    Return on average assets (annualized)   1.01 %   -2.19 %   0.68 %   0.75 %   0.80 %
    Return on average equity (annualized)   10.73 %   -26.08 %   8.09 %   9.41 %   9.79 %
    Return on average tangible equity (annualized)   12.40 %   -30.77 %   9.58 %   11.26 %   11.68 %
                         
    Net interest spread (fte)   2.61 %   2.31 %   2.23 %   2.06 %   2.08 %
    Net interest margin (fte)   3.30 %   3.04 %   2.99 %   2.80 %   2.80 %
                         
    Allowance for credit losses to total loans   1.15 %   1.16 %   1.12 %   1.08 %   1.11 %
    Net charge-offs to average loans (annualized)   0.07 %   0.12 %   0.08 %   0.13 %   0.08 %
    Nonperforming loans to total loans   0.45 %   0.46 %   0.47 %   0.47 %   0.23 %
    Nonperforming assets to total assets   0.33 %   0.34 %   0.35 %   0.34 %   0.17 %

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI: Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    First quarter 2025 net income of $47.0 million and net income available to common 
    stockholders of $42.7 million, or $0.92 per diluted share

    Strong balance sheet growth with total deposits increasing 9% and total loans growing 7% year-over-year

    Book Value and Tangible Book Value(1)per share both increasing 11% year-over-year, reaching record levels

    Capital ratios continue to be strong, including 11.6% CET1 and 15.6% Total Capital

    DALLAS, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: TCBI), the parent company of Texas Capital Bank, announced operating results for the first quarter of 2025.

    “We continue to leverage our diversified product suite and financially resilient balance sheet to effectively support our clients’ objectives,” said Rob C. Holmes, Chairman, President & CEO. “With significant year-over-year improvements to many key financial and operating metrics, we remain focused on achieving published financial targets in the back-half of this year.”

      1st Quarter   4th Quarter   1st Quarter
    (dollars in thousands except per share data)   2025       2024       2024  
    OPERATING RESULTS          
    Net income $ 47,047     $ 71,023     $ 26,142  
    Net income available to common stockholders $ 42,734     $ 66,711     $ 21,829  
    Pre-provision net revenue(3) $ 77,458     $ 111,522     $ 53,935  
    Diluted earnings per common share $ 0.92     $ 1.43     $ 0.46  
    Diluted common shares   46,616,704       46,770,961       47,711,192  
    Return on average assets   0.61 %     0.88 %     0.36 %
    Return on average common equity   5.56 %     8.50 %     3.03 %
               
    OPERATING RESULTS, ADJUSTED(2)          
    Net income $ 47,047     $ 71,023     $ 33,898  
    Net income available to common stockholders $ 42,734     $ 66,711     $ 29,585  
    Pre-provision net revenue(3) $ 77,458     $ 111,522     $ 63,953  
    Diluted earnings per common share $ 0.92     $ 1.43     $ 0.62  
    Diluted common shares   46,616,704       46,770,961       47,711,192  
    Return on average assets   0.61 %     0.88 %     0.47 %
    Return on average common equity   5.56 %     8.50 %     4.11 %
               
    BALANCE SHEET          
    Loans held for investment $ 17,654,243     $ 17,234,492     $ 16,677,691  
    Loans held for investment, mortgage finance   4,725,541       5,215,574       4,153,313  
    Total loans held for investment   22,379,784       22,450,066       20,831,004  
    Loans held for sale               37,750  
    Total assets   31,375,749       30,731,883       29,180,585  
    Non-interest bearing deposits   7,874,780       7,485,428       8,478,215  
    Total deposits   26,053,034       25,238,599       23,954,037  
    Stockholders’ equity   3,429,774       3,367,936       3,170,662  
               

    (1) Stockholders’ equity excluding preferred stock, less goodwill and intangibles, divided by shares outstanding at period end.
    (2) These adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. Please refer to “GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliations” for the computations of these adjusted measures and the reconciliation of these non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measure.
    (3) Net interest income plus non-interest income, less non-interest expense.

    FIRST QUARTER 2025 COMPARED TO FOURTH QUARTER 2024

    For the first quarter of 2025, net income available to common stockholders was $42.7 million, or $0.92 per diluted share, compared to $66.7 million, or $1.43 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Provision for credit losses for the first quarter of 2025 was $17.0 million, compared to $18.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2024. The $17.0 million provision for credit losses recorded in the first quarter of 2025 resulted primarily from an increase in criticized loans and $9.8 million in net charge-offs, as well as uncertainty in the economic outlook.

    Net interest income was $236.0 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $229.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2024, as a decrease in funding costs was partially offset by a decrease in average earning assets. Net interest margin for the first quarter of 2025 was 3.19%, an increase of 26 basis points from the fourth quarter of 2024. LHI, excluding mortgage finance, yields increased 3 basis points from the fourth quarter of 2024 and LHI, mortgage finance, yields increased 20 basis points from the fourth quarter of 2024. Total cost of deposits was 2.76% for the first quarter of 2025, a 5 basis point decrease from the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Non-interest income for the first quarter of 2025 decreased $9.6 million compared to the fourth quarter of 2024 primarily due to a decrease in investment banking and advisory fees.

    Non-interest expense for the first quarter of 2025 increased $30.9 million, or 18%, compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, primarily due to an increase in salaries and benefits, primarily as a result of the effect of seasonal payroll expenses that peak in the first quarter.

    FIRST QUARTER 2025 COMPARED TO FIRST QUARTER 2024

    Net income available to common stockholders was $42.7 million, or $0.92 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $21.8 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2024.

    The first quarter of 2025 included a $17.0 million provision for credit losses, reflecting an increase in criticized loans, $9.8 million in net charge-offs and uncertainty in the economic outlook, compared to a $19.0 million provision for credit losses for the first quarter of 2024.

    Net interest income increased to $236.0 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $215.0 million for the first quarter of 2024, primarily due to an increase in average total LHI and a decrease in funding costs, partially offset by an increase in average interest bearing liabilities and a decrease in earning asset yields. Net interest margin increased 16 basis points to 3.19% for the first quarter of 2025, as compared to the first quarter of 2024. LHI, excluding mortgage finance, yields decreased 41 basis points compared to the first quarter of 2024 and LHI, mortgage finance yields increased 33 basis points from the first quarter of 2024. Total cost of deposits decreased 21 basis points compared to the first quarter of 2024.

    Non-interest income for the first quarter of 2025 increased $3.1 million compared to the first quarter of 2024 primarily due to increases in service charges on deposit accounts, trading income and other non-interest income, partially offset by a decrease in investment banking and advisory fees.

    Non-interest expense for the first quarter of 2025 increased $627,000 compared to the first quarter of 2024, primarily due to increases in salaries and benefits and communications and technology expense, partially offset by a decrease in Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) expense. The first quarter of 2024 included $3.0 million in additional FDIC special assessment expense.

    CREDIT QUALITY

    Net charge-offs of $9.8 million were recorded during the first quarter of 2025, compared to net charge-offs of $12.1 million and $10.8 million during the fourth quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2024, respectively. Criticized loans totaled $762.9 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $714.0 million at December 31, 2024 and $859.5 million at March 31, 2024. Non-accrual LHI totaled $93.6 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $111.2 million at December 31, 2024 and $92.8 million at March 31, 2024. The ratio of non-accrual LHI to total LHI for the first quarter of 2025 was 0.42%, compared to 0.50% for the fourth quarter of 2024 and 0.45% for the first quarter of 2024. The ratio of total allowance for credit losses to total LHI was 1.48% at March 31, 2025, compared to 1.45% and 1.46% at December 31, 2024 and March 31, 2024, respectively.

    REGULATORY RATIOS AND CAPITAL

    All regulatory ratios continue to be in excess of “well capitalized” requirements as of March 31, 2025. CET1, tier 1 capital, total capital and leverage ratios were 11.6%, 13.1%, 15.6% and 11.8%, respectively, at March 31, 2025, compared to 11.4%, 12.8%, 15.4% and 11.3%, respectively, at December 31, 2024 and 12.4%, 13.9%, 16.6% and 12.4%, respectively, at March 31, 2024. At March 31, 2025, our ratio of tangible common equity to total tangible assets was 10.0%, compared to 10.0% at December 31, 2024 and 9.8% at March 31, 2024.

    During the first quarter of 2025, the Company repurchased 396,106 shares of its common stock for an aggregate purchase price, including excise tax expense, of $31.2 million, at a weighted average price of $78.25 per share.

    About Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc.

    Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ®: TCBI), a member of the Russell 2000®Index and the S&P MidCap 400®, is the parent company of Texas Capital Bank (“TCB”). Texas Capital is the collective brand name for TCB and its separate, non-bank affiliates and wholly-owned subsidiaries. Texas Capital is a full-service financial services firm that delivers customized solutions to businesses, entrepreneurs and individual customers. Founded in 1998, the institution is headquartered in Dallas with offices in Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and Fort Worth, and has built a network of clients across the country. With the ability to service clients through their entire lifecycles, Texas Capital has established commercial banking, consumer banking, investment banking and wealth management capabilities.

    Forward Looking Statements

    This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of and pursuant to the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 regarding, among other things, TCBI’s financial condition, results of operations, business plans and future performance. These statements are not historical in nature and may often be identified by the use of words such as “believes,” “projects,” “expects,” “may,” “estimates,” “should,” “plans,” “targets,” “intends” “could,” “would,” “anticipates,” “potential,” “confident,” “optimistic” or the negative thereof, or other variations thereon, or comparable terminology, or by discussions of strategy, objectives, estimates, trends, guidance, expectations and future plans.

    Because forward-looking statements relate to future results and occurrences, they are subject to inherent and various uncertainties, risks, and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict, may change over time, are based on management’s expectations and assumptions at the time the statements are made and are not guarantees of future results. Numerous risks and other factors, many of which are beyond management’s control, could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. While there can be no assurance that any list of risks is complete, important risks and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: economic or business conditions in Texas, the United States or globally that impact TCBI or its customers; negative credit quality developments arising from the foregoing or other factors, including recent trade policies and their impact on our customers; TCBI’s ability to effectively manage its liquidity and maintain adequate regulatory capital to support its businesses; TCBI’s ability to pursue and execute upon growth plans, whether as a function of capital, liquidity or other limitations; TCBI’s ability to successfully execute its business strategy, including its strategic plan and developing and executing new lines of business and new products and services and potential strategic acquisitions; the extensive regulations to which TCBI is subject and its ability to comply with applicable governmental regulations, including legislative and regulatory changes; TCBI’s ability to effectively manage information technology systems, including third party vendors, cyber or data privacy incidents or other failures, disruptions or security breaches; TCBI’s ability to use technology to provide products and services to its customers; risks related to the development and use of artificial intelligence; changes in interest rates, including the impact of interest rates on TCBI’s securities portfolio and funding costs, as well as related balance sheet implications stemming from the fair value of our assets and liabilities; the effectiveness of TCBI’s risk management processes strategies and monitoring; fluctuations in commercial and residential real estate values, especially as they relate to the value of collateral supporting TCBI’s loans; the failure to identify, attract and retain key personnel and other employees; adverse developments in the banking industry and the potential impact of such developments on customer confidence, liquidity and regulatory responses to these developments, including in the context of regulatory examinations and related findings and actions; negative press and social media attention with respect to the banking industry or TCBI, in particular; claims, litigation or regulatory investigations and actions that TCBI may become subject to; severe weather, natural disasters, climate change, acts of war, terrorism, global conflict (including those already reported by the media, as well as others that may arise), or other external events, as well as related legislative and regulatory initiatives; and the risks and factors more fully described in TCBI’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other documents and filings with the SEC. The information contained in this communication speaks only as of its date. Except to the extent required by applicable law or regulation, we disclaim any obligation to update such factors or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements included herein to reflect future events or developments.

    TEXAS CAPITAL BANCSHARES, INC.
    SELECTED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (UNAUDITED)
    (dollars in thousands except per share data)
      1st Quarter 4th Quarter 3rd Quarter 2nd Quarter 1st Quarter
        2025     2024    2024 
      2024     2024  
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME          
    Interest income $ 427,289   $ 437,571   $ 452,533   $ 422,068   $ 417,378  
    Interest expense   191,255     207,964     212,431     205,486     202,369  
    Net interest income   236,034     229,607     240,102     216,582     215,009  
    Provision for credit losses   17,000     18,000     10,000     20,000     19,000  
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses   219,034     211,607     230,102     196,582     196,009  
    Non-interest income   44,444     54,074     (114,771 )   50,424     41,319  
    Non-interest expense   203,020     172,159     195,324     188,409     202,393  
    Income/(loss) before income taxes   60,458     93,522     (79,993 )   58,597     34,935  
    Income tax expense/(benefit)   13,411     22,499     (18,674 )   16,935     8,793  
    Net income/(loss)   47,047     71,023     (61,319 )   41,662     26,142  
    Preferred stock dividends   4,313     4,312     4,313     4,312     4,313  
    Net income/(loss) available to common stockholders $ 42,734   $ 66,711   $ (65,632 ) $ 37,350   $ 21,829  
    Diluted earnings/(loss) per common share $ 0.92   $ 1.43   $ (1.41 ) $ 0.80   $ 0.46  
    Diluted common shares   46,616,704     46,770,961     46,608,742     46,872,498     47,711,192  
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET DATA          
    Total assets $ 31,375,749   $ 30,731,883   $ 31,629,299   $ 29,854,994   $ 29,180,585  
    Loans held for investment   17,654,243     17,234,492     16,764,512     16,700,569     16,677,691  
    Loans held for investment, mortgage finance   4,725,541     5,215,574     5,529,659     5,078,161     4,153,313  
    Loans held for sale           9,022     36,785     37,750  
    Interest bearing cash and cash equivalents   3,600,969     3,012,307     3,894,537     2,691,352     3,148,157  
    Investment securities   4,531,219     4,396,115     4,405,520     4,388,976     4,414,280  
    Non-interest bearing deposits   7,874,780     7,485,428     9,070,804     7,987,715     8,478,215  
    Total deposits   26,053,034     25,238,599     25,865,255     23,818,327     23,954,037  
    Short-term borrowings   750,000     885,000     1,035,000     1,675,000     750,000  
    Long-term debt   660,521     660,346     660,172     659,997     859,823  
    Stockholders’ equity   3,429,774     3,367,936     3,354,044     3,175,601     3,170,662  
               
    End of period shares outstanding   46,024,933     46,233,812     46,207,757     46,188,078     46,986,275  
    Book value per share $ 68.00   $ 66.36   $ 66.09   $ 62.26   $ 61.10  
    Tangible book value per share(1) $ 67.97   $ 66.32   $ 66.06   $ 62.23   $ 61.06  
    SELECTED FINANCIAL RATIOS          
    Net interest margin   3.19 %   2.93 %   3.16 %   3.01 %   3.03 %
    Return on average assets   0.61 %   0.88 %   (0.78 )%   0.56 %   0.36 %
    Return on average assets, adjusted(4)   0.61 %   0.88 %   1.00 %   0.57 %   0.47 %
    Return on average common equity   5.56 %   8.50 %   (8.87 )%   5.26 %   3.03 %
    Return on average common equity, adjusted(4)   5.56 %   8.50 %   10.04 %   5.31 %   4.11 %
    Efficiency ratio(2)   72.4 %   60.7 %   155.8 %   70.6 %   79.0 %
    Efficiency ratio, adjusted(2)(4)   72.4 %   60.7 %   62.3 %   70.4 %   75.1 %
    Non-interest income to average earning assets   0.60 %   0.69 %   (1.52 )%   0.71 %   0.59 %
    Non-interest income to average earning assets, adjusted(4)   0.60 %   0.69 %   0.86 %   0.71 %   0.59 %
    Non-interest expense to average earning assets   2.75 %   2.21 %   2.59 %   2.65 %   2.89 %
    Non-interest expense to average earning assets, adjusted(4)   2.75 %   2.21 %   2.52 %   2.65 %   2.74 %
    Common equity to total assets   10.0 %   10.0 %   9.7 %   9.6 %   9.8 %
    Tangible common equity to total tangible assets(3)   10.0 %   10.0 %   9.7 %   9.6 %   9.8 %
    Common Equity Tier 1   11.6 %   11.4 %   11.2 %   11.6 %   12.4 %
    Tier 1 capital   13.1 %   12.8 %   12.6 %   13.1 %   13.9 %
    Total capital   15.6 %   15.4 %   15.2 %   15.7 %   16.6 %
    Leverage   11.8 %   11.3 %   11.4 %   12.2 %   12.4 %

    (1) Stockholders’ equity excluding preferred stock, less goodwill and intangibles, divided by shares outstanding at period end.
    (2) Non-interest expense divided by the sum of net interest income and non-interest income.
    (3) Stockholders’ equity excluding preferred stock, less goodwill and intangibles, divided by total assets, less goodwill and intangibles.
    (4) These adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. Please refer to “GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliations” for the computations of these adjusted measures and the reconciliation of these non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measure.

     
    TEXAS CAPITAL BANCSHARES, INC.
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED)
    (dollars in thousands)
      March 31,
    2025
    December 31,
    2024
    September 30,
    2024
    June 30,
    2024
    March 31,
    2024
    Assets          
    Cash and due from banks $ 201,504   $ 176,501   $ 297,048   $ 221,727   $ 167,985  
    Interest bearing cash and cash equivalents   3,600,969     3,012,307     3,894,537     2,691,352     3,148,157  
    Available-for-sale debt securities   3,678,378     3,524,686     3,518,662     3,483,231     3,491,510  
    Held-to-maturity debt securities   779,354     796,168     812,432     831,513     849,283  
    Equity securities   71,679     75,261     74,426     74,232     73,487  
    Trading securities   1,808                  
    Investment securities   4,531,219     4,396,115     4,405,520     4,388,976     4,414,280  
    Loans held for sale           9,022     36,785     37,750  
    Loans held for investment, mortgage finance   4,725,541     5,215,574     5,529,659     5,078,161     4,153,313  
    Loans held for investment   17,654,243     17,234,492     16,764,512     16,700,569     16,677,691  
    Less: Allowance for credit losses on loans   278,379     271,709     273,143     267,297     263,962  
    Loans held for investment, net   22,101,405     22,178,357     22,021,028     21,511,433     20,567,042  
    Premises and equipment, net   84,575     85,443     81,577     69,464     49,899  
    Accrued interest receivable and other assets   854,581     881,664     919,071     933,761     793,976  
    Goodwill and intangibles, net   1,496     1,496     1,496     1,496     1,496  
    Total assets $ 31,375,749   $ 30,731,883   $ 31,629,299   $ 29,854,994   $ 29,180,585  
               
    Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity          
    Liabilities:          
    Non-interest bearing deposits $ 7,874,780   $ 7,485,428   $ 9,070,804   $ 7,987,715   $ 8,478,215  
    Interest bearing deposits   18,178,254     17,753,171     16,794,451     15,830,612     15,475,822  
    Total deposits   26,053,034     25,238,599     25,865,255     23,818,327     23,954,037  
    Accrued interest payable   25,270     23,680     18,679     23,841     32,352  
    Other liabilities   457,150     556,322     696,149     502,228     413,711  
    Short-term borrowings   750,000     885,000     1,035,000     1,675,000     750,000  
    Long-term debt   660,521     660,346     660,172     659,997     859,823  
    Total liabilities   27,945,975     27,363,947     28,275,255     26,679,393     26,009,923  
               
    Stockholders’ equity:          
    Preferred stock, $.01 par value, $1,000 liquidation value:          
    Authorized shares – 10,000,000          
    Issued shares(1)   300,000     300,000     300,000     300,000     300,000  
    Common stock, $.01 par value:          
    Authorized shares – 100,000,000          
    Issued shares(2)   517     515     515     515     514  
    Additional paid-in capital   1,060,028     1,056,719     1,054,614     1,050,114     1,044,669  
    Retained earnings   2,538,385     2,495,651     2,428,940     2,494,572     2,457,222  
    Treasury stock(3)   (332,994 )   (301,842 )   (301,868 )   (301,868 )   (251,857 )
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of taxes   (136,162 )   (183,107 )   (128,157 )   (367,732 )   (379,886 )
    Total stockholders’ equity   3,429,774     3,367,936     3,354,044     3,175,601     3,170,662  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 31,375,749   $ 30,731,883   $ 31,629,299   $ 29,854,994   $ 29,180,585  
               
    (1)Preferred stock – issued shares   300,000     300,000     300,000     300,000     300,000  
    (2)Common stock – issued shares   51,707,542     51,520,315     51,494,260     51,474,581     51,420,680  
    (3)Treasury stock – shares at cost   5,682,609     5,286,503     5,286,503     5,286,503     4,434,405  
    TEXAS CAPITAL BANCSHARES, INC.    
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)    
    (dollars in thousands except per share data)    
      Three Months Ended March 31,
        2025   2024
    Interest income    
    Interest and fees on loans $ 334,150 $ 330,879
    Investment securities   46,565   32,144
    Interest bearing cash and cash equivalents   46,574   54,355
    Total interest income   427,289   417,378
    Interest expense    
    Deposits   174,936   175,600
    Short-term borrowings   8,246   12,783
    Long-term debt   8,073   13,986
    Total interest expense   191,255   202,369
    Net interest income   236,034   215,009
    Provision for credit losses   17,000   19,000
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses   219,034   196,009
    Non-interest income    
    Service charges on deposit accounts   7,840   6,339
    Wealth management and trust fee income   3,964   3,567
    Brokered loan fees   1,949   1,911
    Investment banking and advisory fees   16,478   18,424
    Trading income   5,939   4,712
    Other   8,274   6,366
    Total non-interest income   44,444   41,319
    Non-interest expense    
    Salaries and benefits   131,641   128,727
    Occupancy expense   10,844   9,737
    Marketing   5,009   6,036
    Legal and professional   14,989   16,195
    Communications and technology   23,642   21,114
    Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation insurance assessment   5,341   8,421
    Other   11,554   12,163
    Total non-interest expense   203,020   202,393
    Income before income taxes   60,458   34,935
    Income tax expense   13,411   8,793
    Net income   47,047   26,142
    Preferred stock dividends   4,313   4,313
    Net income available to common stockholders $ 42,734 $ 21,829
         
    Basic earnings per common share $ 0.93 $ 0.46
    Diluted earnings per common share $ 0.92 $ 0.46
    TEXAS CAPITAL BANCSHARES, INC.
    SUMMARY OF CREDIT LOSS EXPERIENCE
    (dollars in thousands)
      1st Quarter 4th Quarter 3rd Quarter 2nd Quarter 1st Quarter
        2025     2024     2024     2024     2024  
    Allowance for credit losses on loans:          
    Beginning balance $ 271,709   $ 273,143   $ 267,297   $ 263,962   $ 249,973  
    Allowance established for acquired purchase credit deterioration loans           2,579          
    Loans charged-off:          
    Commercial   10,197     14,100     6,120     9,997     7,544  
    Commercial real estate   500     2,566     262     2,111     3,325  
    Consumer           30          
    Total charge-offs   10,697     16,666     6,412     12,108     10,869  
    Recoveries:          
    Commercial   483     4,562     329     153     105  
    Commercial real estate   413     18              
    Consumer   4     15              
    Total recoveries   900     4,595     329     153     105  
    Net charge-offs   9,797     12,071     6,083     11,955     10,764  
    Provision for credit losses on loans   16,467     10,637     9,350     15,290     24,753  
    Ending balance $ 278,379   $ 271,709   $ 273,143   $ 267,297   $ 263,962  
               
    Allowance for off-balance sheet credit losses:          
    Beginning balance $ 53,332   $ 45,969   $ 45,319   $ 40,609   $ 46,362  
    Provision for off-balance sheet credit losses   533     7,363     650     4,710     (5,753 )
    Ending balance $ 53,865   $ 53,332   $ 45,969   $ 45,319   $ 40,609  
               
    Total allowance for credit losses $ 332,244   $ 325,041   $ 319,112   $ 312,616   $ 304,571  
    Total provision for credit losses $ 17,000   $ 18,000   $ 10,000   $ 20,000   $ 19,000  
               
    Allowance for credit losses on loans to total loans held for investment   1.24 %   1.21 %   1.23 %   1.23 %   1.27 %
    Allowance for credit losses on loans to average total loans held for investment   1.29 %   1.22 %   1.24 %   1.27 %   1.32 %
    Net charge-offs to average total loans held for investment(1)   0.18 %   0.22 %   0.11 %   0.23 %   0.22 %
    Net charge-offs to average total loans held for investment for last 12 months(1)   0.18 %   0.19 %   0.20 %   0.22 %   0.20 %
    Total provision for credit losses to average total loans held for investment(1)   0.32 %   0.32 %   0.18 %   0.38 %   0.38 %
    Total allowance for credit losses to total loans held for investment   1.48 %   1.45 %   1.43 %   1.44 %   1.46 %

    (1) Interim period ratios are annualized.

               
    TEXAS CAPITAL BANCSHARES, INC.          
    NON-PERFORMING ASSETS, PAST DUE LOANS AND CRITICIZED LOANS      
    (dollars in thousands)          
      1st Quarter 4th Quarter 3rd Quarter 2nd Quarter 1st Quarter
        2025     2024     2024     2024     2024  
    NON-PERFORMING ASSETS          
    Non-accrual loans held for investment $ 93,565   $ 111,165   $ 88,960   $ 85,021   $ 92,849  
    Non-accrual loans held for sale(1)                   9,250  
    Other real estate owned                    
    Total non-performing assets $ 93,565   $ 111,165   $ 88,960   $ 85,021   $ 102,099  
               
    Non-accrual loans held for investment to total loans held for investment   0.42 %   0.50 %   0.40 %   0.39 %   0.45 %
    Total non-performing assets to total assets   0.30 %   0.36 %   0.28 %   0.28 %   0.35 %
    Allowance for credit losses on loans to non-accrual loans held for investment 3.0x 2.4x 3.1x 3.1x 2.8x
    Total allowance for credit losses to non-accrual loans held for investment 3.6x 2.9x 3.6x 3.7x 3.3x
               
    LOANS PAST DUE          
    Loans held for investment past due 90 days and still accruing $ 791   $ 4,265   $ 5,281   $ 286   $ 3,674  
    Loans held for investment past due 90 days to total loans held for investment   %   0.02 %   0.02 %   %   0.02 %
    Loans held for sale past due 90 days and still accruing $   $   $   $ 64   $ 147  
               
    CRITICIZED LOANS          
    Criticized loans $ 762,887   $ 713,951   $ 897,727   $ 859,671   $ 859,539  
    Criticized loans to total loans held for investment   3.41 %   3.18 %   4.03 %   3.95 %   4.13 %
    Special mention loans $ 484,165   $ 435,626   $ 579,802   $ 593,305   $ 584,528  
    Special mention loans to total loans held for investment   2.16 %   1.94 %   2.60 %   2.72 %   2.81 %

    (1) First quarter 2024 includes one non-accrual loan previously reported in loans held for investment that was transferred at fair value to held for sale as of March 31, 2024.

     
    TEXAS CAPITAL BANCSHARES, INC.
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)
    (dollars in thousands)
               
      1st Quarter 4th Quarter 3rd Quarter 2nd Quarter 1st Quarter
        2025   2024   2024     2024   2024
    Interest income          
    Interest and fees on loans $ 334,150 $ 340,388 $ 361,407   $ 345,251 $ 330,879
    Investment securities   46,565   44,102   38,389     33,584   32,144
    Interest bearing deposits in other banks   46,574   53,081   52,737     43,233   54,355
    Total interest income   427,289   437,571   452,533     422,068   417,378
    Interest expense          
    Deposits   174,936   189,061   190,255     181,280   175,600
    Short-term borrowings   8,246   10,678   13,784     12,749   12,783
    Long-term debt   8,073   8,225   8,392     11,457   13,986
    Total interest expense   191,255   207,964   212,431     205,486   202,369
    Net interest income   236,034   229,607   240,102     216,582   215,009
    Provision for credit losses   17,000   18,000   10,000     20,000   19,000
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses   219,034   211,607   230,102     196,582   196,009
    Non-interest income          
    Service charges on deposit accounts   7,840   6,989   6,307     5,911   6,339
    Wealth management and trust fee income   3,964   4,009   4,040     3,699   3,567
    Brokered loan fees   1,949   2,519   2,400     2,131   1,911
    Investment banking and advisory fees   16,478   26,740   34,753     25,048   18,424
    Trading income   5,939   5,487   5,786     5,650   4,712
    Available-for-sale debt securities losses, net       (179,581 )    
    Other   8,274   8,330   11,524     7,985   6,366
    Total non-interest income   44,444   54,074   (114,771 )   50,424   41,319
    Non-interest expense          
    Salaries and benefits   131,641   97,873   121,138     118,840   128,727
    Occupancy expense   10,844   11,926   12,937     10,666   9,737
    Marketing   5,009   4,454   5,863     5,996   6,036
    Legal and professional   14,989   15,180   11,135     11,273   16,195
    Communications and technology   23,642   24,007   25,951     22,013   21,114
    Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation insurance assessment   5,341   4,454   4,906     5,570   8,421
    Other   11,554   14,265   13,394     14,051   12,163
    Total non-interest expense   203,020   172,159   195,324     188,409   202,393
    Income/(loss) before income taxes   60,458   93,522   (79,993 )   58,597   34,935
    Income tax expense/(benefit)   13,411   22,499   (18,674 )   16,935   8,793
    Net income/(loss)   47,047   71,023   (61,319 )   41,662   26,142
    Preferred stock dividends   4,313   4,312   4,313     4,312   4,313
    Net income/(loss) available to common shareholders $ 42,734 $ 66,711 $ (65,632 ) $ 37,350 $ 21,829
    TEXAS CAPITAL BANCSHARES, INC.
    TAXABLE EQUIVALENT NET INTEREST INCOME ANALYSIS (UNAUDITED)(1)
    (dollars in thousands)
      1st Quarter 2025   4th Quarter 2024   1st Quarter 2024
      Average
    Balance
    Income/
    Expense
    Yield/
    Rate
      Average
    Balance
    Income/
    Expense
    Yield/
    Rate
      Average
    Balance
    Income/
    Expense
    Yield/
    Rate
    Assets                      
    Investment securities(2) $ 4,463,876 $ 46,565 4.10 %   $ 4,504,101 $ 44,102 3.79 %   $ 4,299,368 $ 32,144 2.77 %
    Interest bearing cash and cash equivalents   4,255,796   46,574 4.44 %     4,472,772   53,081 4.72 %     4,051,627   54,355 5.40 %
    Loans held for sale   335   2 2.97 %       %     51,164   1,184 9.31 %
    Loans held for investment, mortgage finance   3,972,106   38,527 3.93 %     5,409,980   50,685 3.73 %     3,517,707   31,455 3.60 %
    Loans held for investment(3)   17,527,070   296,091 6.85 %     16,919,925   289,916 6.82 %     16,522,089   298,306 7.26 %
    Less: Allowance for credit losses on loans   272,758   %     272,975         249,936   %
    Loans held for investment, net   21,226,418   334,618 6.39 %     22,056,930   340,601 6.14 %     19,789,860   329,761 6.70 %
    Total earning assets   29,946,425   427,759 5.76 %     31,033,803   437,784 5.59 %     28,192,019   417,444 5.88 %
    Cash and other assets   1,157,184         1,178,284         1,058,463    
    Total assets $ 31,103,609       $ 32,212,087       $ 29,250,482    
                           
    Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity                      
    Transaction deposits $ 2,163,250 $ 13,908 2.61 %   $ 2,141,739 $ 15,403 2.86 %   $ 2,006,493 $ 16,858 3.38 %
    Savings deposits   13,357,243   133,577 4.06 %     12,932,458   144,393 4.44 %     11,409,677   136,790 4.82 %
    Time deposits   2,329,384   27,451 4.78 %     2,331,009   29,265 4.99 %     1,719,325   21,952 5.14 %
    Total interest bearing deposits   17,849,877   174,936 3.97 %     17,405,206   189,061 4.32 %     15,135,495   175,600 4.67 %
    Short-term borrowings   751,500   8,246 4.45 %     883,326   10,678 4.81 %     912,088   12,783 5.64 %
    Long-term debt   660,445   8,073 4.96 %     660,270   8,225 4.96 %     859,509   13,986 6.54 %
    Total interest bearing liabilities   19,261,822   191,255 4.03 %     18,948,802   207,964 4.37 %     16,907,092   202,369 4.81 %
    Non-interest bearing deposits   7,875,244         9,319,711         8,637,775    
    Other liabilities   552,154         522,641         509,286    
    Stockholders’ equity   3,414,389         3,420,933         3,196,329    
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 31,103,609       $ 32,212,087       $ 29,250,482    
    Net interest income   $ 236,504       $ 229,820       $ 215,075  
    Net interest margin     3.19 %       2.93 %       3.03 %

    (1) Taxable equivalent rates used where applicable.
    (2) Yields on investment securities are calculated using available-for-sale securities at amortized cost.
    (3) Average balances include non-accrual loans.

    GAAP TO NON-GAAP RECONCILIATIONS

    The following items are non-GAAP financial measures: adjusted non-interest income, adjusted non-interest expense, adjusted net income, adjusted net income available to common stockholders, adjusted pre-provision net revenue (“PPNR”), adjusted diluted earnings/(loss) per common share, adjusted return on average assets, adjusted return on average common equity, adjusted efficiency ratio, adjusted non-interest income to average earning assets and adjusted non-interest expense to average earning assets. These are not measures recognized under GAAP and therefore are considered non-GAAP financial measures. The table below provides a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable GAAP measures.

    These non-GAAP financial measures are adjusted for certain items, listed below, that management believes are non-operating in nature and not representative of its actual operating performance. Management believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful additional information about Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. to assist management and investors in evaluating operating results, financial strength, business performance and capital position. Non-GAAP financial measures have inherent limitations, are not required to be uniformly applied and are not audited. As such, these non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analyses of operating results or capital position as reported under GAAP.

    Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures      
    (dollars in thousands except per share data) 1st Quarter
    2025
    4th Quarter
    2024
    3rd Quarter
    2024
    2nd Quarter
    2024
    1st Quarter
    2024
    Net interest income $ 236,034   $ 229,607   $ 240,102   $ 216,582   $ 215,009  
               
    Non-interest income   44,444     54,074     (114,771 )   50,424     41,319  
    Available-for-sale debt securities losses, net           179,581          
    Non-interest income, adjusted   44,444     54,074     64,810     50,424     41,319  
               
    Non-interest expense   203,020     172,159     195,324     188,409     202,393  
    FDIC special assessment           651     (462 )   (3,000 )
    Restructuring expenses           (5,923 )       (2,018 )
    Legal Settlement                   (5,000 )
    Non-interest expense, adjusted   203,020     172,159     190,052     187,947     192,375  
               
    Provision for credit losses   17,000     18,000     10,000     20,000     19,000  
               
    Income tax expense/(benefit)   13,411     22,499     (18,674 )   16,935     8,793  
    Tax effect of adjustments           44,880     104     2,262  
    Income tax expense/(benefit), adjusted   13,411     22,499     26,206     17,039     11,055  
               
    Net income/(loss)(1) $ 47,047   $ 71,023   $ (61,319 ) $ 41,662   $ 26,142  
    Net income/(loss), adjusted(1) $ 47,047   $ 71,023   $ 78,654   $ 42,020   $ 33,898  
               
    Preferred stock dividends   4,313     4,312     4,313     4,312     4,313  
               
    Net income/(loss) to common stockholders(2) $ 42,734   $ 66,711   $ (65,632 ) $ 37,350   $ 21,829  
    Net income/(loss) to common stockholders, adjusted(2) $ 42,734   $ 66,711   $ 74,341   $ 37,708   $ 29,585  
               
    PPNR(3) $ 77,458   $ 111,522   $ (69,993 ) $ 78,597   $ 53,935  
    PPNR(3), adjusted $ 77,458   $ 111,522   $ 114,860   $ 79,059   $ 63,953  
               
    Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted   46,616,704     46,770,961     46,608,742     46,872,498     47,711,192  
    Diluted earnings/(loss) per common share $ 0.92   $ 1.43   $ (1.41 ) $ 0.80   $ 0.46  
    Diluted earnings/(loss) per common share, adjusted $ 0.92   $ 1.43   $ 1.59   $ 0.80   $ 0.62  
               
    Average total assets $ 31,103,609   $ 32,212,087   $ 31,215,173   $ 29,750,852   $ 29,250,482  
    Return on average assets   0.61 %   0.88 % (0.78 )%   0.56 %   0.36 %
    Return on average assets, adjusted   0.61 %   0.88 %   1.00 %   0.57 %   0.47 %
               
    Average common equity $ 3,114,389   $ 3,120,933   $ 2,945,238   $ 2,857,661   $ 2,896,329  
    Return on average common equity   5.56 %   8.50 % (8.87 )%   5.26 %   3.03 %
    Return on average common equity, adjusted   5.56 %   8.50 %   10.04 %   5.31 %   4.11 %
               
    Efficiency ratio(4)   72.4 %   60.7 %   155.8 %   70.6 %   79.0 %
    Efficiency ratio, adjusted(4)   72.4 %   60.7 %   62.3 %   70.4 %   75.1 %
               
    Average earning assets $ 29,946,425   $ 31,033,803   $ 29,975,318   $ 28,573,791   $ 28,192,019  
    Non-interest income to average earning assets   0.60 %   0.69 % (1.52 )%   0.71 %   0.59 %
    Non-interest income to average earning assets, adjusted   0.60 %   0.69 %   0.86 %   0.71 %   0.59 %
    Non-interest expense to average earning assets   2.75 %   2.21 %   2.59 %   2.65 %   2.89 %
    Non-interest expense to average earning assets, adjusted   2.75 %   2.21 %   2.52 %   2.65 %   2.74 %

    (1) Net interest income plus non-interest income, less non-interest expense, provision for credit losses and income tax expense/(benefit). On an adjusted basis, net interest income plus non-interest income, adjusted, less non-interest expense, adjusted, provision for credit losses and income tax expense/(benefit), adjusted.
    (2) Net income/(loss), less preferred stock dividends. On an adjusted basis, net income/(loss), adjusted, less preferred stock dividends.
    (3) Net interest income plus non-interest income, less non-interest expense. On an adjusted basis, net interest income plus non-interest income, adjusted, less non-interest expense, adjusted.
    (4) Non-interest expense divided by the sum of net interest income and non-interest income. On an adjusted basis, non-interest expense, adjusted, divided by the sum of net interest income and non-interest income, adjusted.

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  • MIL-OSI: Record First Quarter Highlights the Stability of HOMB; Strength Is No Accident

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CONWAY, Ark., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Home BancShares, Inc. (NYSE: HOMB) (“Home” or the “Company”), parent company of Centennial Bank, released quarterly earnings today.

    Quarterly Highlights
    Metric Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
    Net income $115.2 million $100.6 million $100.0 million $101.5 million $100.1 million
    Net income, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1) $111.9 million $99.8 million $99.0 million $103.9 million $99.2 million
    Total revenue (net) $260.1 million $258.4 million $258.0 million $254.6 million $246.4 million
    Income before income taxes $147.2 million $129.5 million $129.1 million $133.4 million $130.4 million
    Pre-tax, pre-provision, net income (PPNR) (non-GAAP)(1) $147.2 million $146.2 million $148.0 million $141.4 million $134.9 million
    PPNR, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1) $142.8 million $145.2 million $146.6 million $141.9 million $133.7 million
    Pre-tax net income to total revenue (net) 56.58% 50.11% 50.03% 52.40% 52.92%
    Pre-tax net income, as adjusted, to total revenue (net) (non-GAAP)(1) 54.91% 49.74% 49.49% 52.59% 52.45%
    P5NR (Pre-tax, pre-provision, profit percentage) (PPNR to total revenue (net)) (non-GAAP)(1) 56.58% 56.57% 57.35% 55.54% 54.75%
    P5NR, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1) 54.91% 56.20% 56.81% 55.73% 54.28%
    ROA 2.07% 1.77% 1.74% 1.79% 1.78%
    ROA, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1) 2.01% 1.76% 1.72% 1.83% 1.76%
    NIM 4.44% 4.39% 4.28% 4.27% 4.13%
    Purchase accounting accretion $1.4 million $1.6 million $1.9 million $1.9 million $2.8 million
    ROE 11.75% 10.13% 10.23% 10.73% 10.64%
    ROE, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1) 11.41% 10.05% 10.12% 10.98% 10.54%
    ROTCE (non-GAAP)(1) 18.39% 15.94% 16.26% 17.29% 17.22%
    ROTCE, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1) 17.87% 15.82% 16.09% 17.69% 17.07%
    Diluted earnings per share $0.58 $0.51 $0.50 $0.51 $0.50
    Diluted earnings per share, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1) $0.56 $0.50 $0.50 $0.52 $0.49
    Non-performing assets to total assets 0.56% 0.63% 0.63% 0.56% 0.48%
    Common equity tier 1 capital 15.4% 15.1% 14.7% 14.4% 14.3%
    Leverage 13.3% 13.0% 12.5% 12.3% 12.3%
    Tier 1 capital 15.4% 15.1% 14.7% 14.4% 14.3%
    Total risk-based capital 19.1% 18.7% 18.3% 18.0% 17.9%
    Allowance for credit losses to total loans 1.87% 1.87% 2.11% 2.00% 2.00%
    Book value per share $20.40 $19.92 $19.91 $19.30 $18.98
    Tangible book value per share (non-GAAP)(1) 13.15 12.68 12.67 12.08 11.79

    (1) Calculation of this metric and the reconciliation to GAAP are included in the schedules accompanying this release.

    “This industry boils down to revenue and expenses. The magic is, doing the simple things repeatedly and long enough, creating a compounding effect of success. A record setting first quarter has paved the way for a strong year,” said John Allison, Chairman and CEO of HOMB.

    Operating Highlights

    Net income for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025 was $115.2 million, or $0.58 diluted earnings per share. Diluted earnings per share of $0.58 was a record for the Company. When adjusting for non-fundamental items, net income and diluted earnings per share on an as-adjusted basis (non-GAAP), were $111.9 million(1) and $0.56 per share(1), respectively, for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    Our net interest margin was 4.44% for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025, compared to 4.39% for the three-month period ended December 31, 2024. The yield on loans was 7.38% and 7.49% for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively, as average loans increased from $14.80 billion to $14.89 billion. Additionally, the rate on interest bearing deposits decreased to 2.67% as of March 31, 2025, from 2.80% as of December 31, 2024, while average interest-bearing deposits increased from $12.86 billion to $13.20 billion.

    During the first quarter of 2025, there was $1.3 million of event interest income compared to $1.5 million of event interest income for the fourth quarter of 2024. Purchase accounting accretion on acquired loans was $1.4 million and $1.6 million for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively, and average purchase accounting loan discounts were $17.5 million and $19.1 million for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.

    Net interest income on a fully taxable equivalent basis was $217.2 million for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025, and $219.5 million for the three-month period ended December 31, 2024. This decrease in net interest income for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025, was the result of a $10.0 million decrease in interest income, partially offset by a $7.7 million decrease in interest expense. The $7.7 million decrease in interest expense was due to a $3.8 million decrease in interest expense on deposits and a $3.6 million decrease in FHLB and other borrowed funds resulting from the payoff of the BTFP advance during the fourth quarter of 2024 and the declining interest rate environment. The $10.0 million decrease in interest income was primarily the result of a $7.6 million decrease in loan income, a $1.4 million decrease in investment income and a $965,000 decrease in income from deposits with other banks resulting from the payoff of the BTFP advance and the declining interest rate environment. The overall decrease in interest income and interest expense is primarily due to the declining interest rate environment.

    The Company reported $45.4 million of non-interest income for the first quarter of 2025. The most important components of non-interest income were $11.4 million from other income, $10.7 million from other service charges and fees, $9.7 million from service charges on deposit accounts, $4.8 million from trust fees, $3.6 million in mortgage lending income, $2.7 million from dividends from FHLB, FRB, FNBB and other, $1.8 million from the increase in cash value of life insurance and $442,000 from the fair value adjustment for marketable securities. Included within other income was $3.9 million in special income from equity investments.

    Non-interest expense for the first quarter of 2025 was $112.9 million. The most important components of non-interest expense were $61.9 million from salaries and employee benefits, $28.1 million in other operating expense, $14.4 million in occupancy and equipment expenses and $8.6 million in data processing expenses. For the first quarter of 2025, our efficiency ratio was 42.22%, and our efficiency ratio, as adjusted (non-GAAP), was 42.84%(1).

    Financial Condition

    Total loans receivable were $14.95 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $14.76 billion at December 31, 2024. Total loans receivable of $14.95 billion were a record for the Company. Total deposits were $17.54 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $17.15 billion at December 31, 2024. Total assets were $22.99 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $22.49 billion at December 31, 2024.

    During the first quarter of 2025, the Company had a $187.6 million increase in loans. Our community banking footprint experienced $291.5 million in organic loan growth during the quarter ended March 31, 2025, and Centennial CFG experienced $103.9 million of organic loan decline and had loans of $1.71 billion at March 31, 2025.

    Non-performing loans to total loans were 0.60% and 0.67% at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively. Non-performing assets to total assets were 0.56% and 0.63% at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively. Net loans recovered were $4.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, and net loans charged-off were $53.4 million for the three months ended December 31, 2024. During the fourth quarter of 2024, the Company completed an asset quality cleanup project which resulted in the significant level of charge-offs. The charge-off detail by region for the quarters ended March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 can be seen below.

    For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2025
    (in thousands)   Texas   Arkansas   Centennial
    CFG
      Shore
    Premier
    Finance
      Florida   Alabama   Total
    Charge-offs   $ 444     $ 474     $     $ 53     $ 2,479     $ 8     $ 3,458  
    Recoveries     (6,514 )     (228 )     (658 )     (3 )     (117 )     (2 )     (7,522 )
    Net (recoveries)
    charge-offs
      $ (6,070 )   $ 246     $ (658 )   $ 50     $ 2,362     $ 6     $ (4,064 )
    For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2024
    (in thousands)   Texas   Arkansas   Centennial
    CFG
      Shore
    Premier
    Finance
      Florida   Alabama   Total
    Charge-offs   $ 47,774     $ 2,108     $ 1,973   $ 1,457     $ 637     $ 10     $ 53,959  
    Recoveries     (174 )     (181 )         (15 )     (193 )     (2 )     (565 )
    Net charge-offs   $ 47,600     $ 1,927     $ 1,973   $ 1,442     $ 444     $ 8     $ 53,394  
     

    At March 31, 2025, non-performing loans were $89.6 million, and non-performing assets were $129.4 million. At December 31, 2024, non-performing loans were $98.9 million, and non-performing assets were $142.4 million.

    The table below shows the non-performing loans and non-performing assets by region as March 31, 2025:

    (in thousands)   Texas   Arkansas   Centennial
    CFG
      Shore
    Premier
    Finance
      Florida   Alabama   Total
    Non-accrual loans   23,694   15,214   2,766   5,444   39,108   157   86,383
    Loans 90+ days past due   3,264             3,264
    Total non-performing loans   26,958   15,214   2,766   5,444   39,108   157   89,647
                                 
    Foreclosed assets held for sale   15,357   1,052   22,820     451     39,680
    Other non-performing assets   63             63
    Total other non-performing assets   15,420   1,052   22,820     451     39,743
    Total non-performing assets   42,378   16,266   25,586   5,444   39,559   157   129,390
     

    The table below shows the non-performing loans and non-performing assets by region as December 31, 2024:

    (in thousands)   Texas   Arkansas   Centennial
    CFG
      Shore
    Premier
    Finance
      Florida   Alabama   Total
    Non-accrual loans   23,494   18,448   7,390   5,537   38,778   206   93,853
    Loans 90+ days past due   4,134   538       362     5,034
    Total non-performing loans   27,628   18,986   7,390   5,537   39,140   206   98,887
                                 
    Foreclosed assets held for sale   13,924   757   22,775     5,951     43,407
    Other non-performing assets   63             63
    Total other non-performing assets   13,987   757   22,775     5,951     43,470
    Total non-performing assets   41,615   19,743   30,165   5,537   45,091   206   142,357
     

    The Company’s allowance for credit losses on loans was $279.9 million at March 31, 2025, or 1.87% of total loans, compared to the allowance for credit losses on loans of $275.9 million, or 1.87% of total loans, at December 31, 2024. As of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, the Company’s allowance for credit losses on loans was 312.27% and 278.99% of its total non-performing loans, respectively. The increase in the allowance for credit losses reflects the net recoveries during the quarter.

    Stockholders’ equity was $4.04 billion at March 31, 2025, which increased approximately $81.5 million from December 31, 2024. The net increase in stockholders’ equity is primarily associated with the $76.5 million increase in retained earnings and the $31.6 million decrease in accumulated other comprehensive loss, which was partially offset by the $29.7 million in stock repurchases for the quarter. Book value per common share was $20.40 at March 31, 2025, compared to $19.92 at December 31, 2024. Tangible book value per common share (non-GAAP) was $13.15(1) at March 31, 2025, compared to $12.68(1) at December 31, 2024. Book value per common share and tangible book value per common share, as of March 31, 2025, were both records for the Company.

    Branches

    The Company currently has 75 branches in Arkansas, 78 branches in Florida, 58 branches in Texas, 5 branches in Alabama and one branch in New York City.

    Conference Call

    Management will conduct a conference call to review this information at 1:00 p.m. CT (2:00 p.m. ET) on Thursday, April 17, 2025. We strongly encourage all participants to pre-register for the conference call webcast or the live call using one of the following links. First, participants can pre-register for the conference call webcast using the following link: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/447517977. Participants who pre-register will be given a unique webcast link to gain immediate access to the conference call webcast. Second, participants can pre-register for the live call using the following link: https://www.netroadshow.com/events/login?show=a44e9900&confId=79637. Participants who pre-register will be given the phone number and unique access codes to gain immediate access to the live call. Participants may pre-register now, or at any time prior to the call, and will immediately receive simple instructions via email. The Home BancShares conference call will also be scheduled as an event in your Outlook calendar.

    Those without internet access or unable to pre-register may dial in and listen to the live call by calling 1-833-470-1428, Passcode: 947933. A replay of the call will be available by calling 1-866-813-9403, Passcode: 685290, which will be available until April 24, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CT. Internet access to the call will be available live or in recorded version on the Company’s website at www.homebancshares.com.

    About Home BancShares

    Home BancShares, Inc. is a bank holding company, headquartered in Conway, Arkansas. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Centennial Bank, provides a broad range of commercial and retail banking plus related financial services to businesses, real estate developers, investors, individuals and municipalities. Centennial Bank has branch locations in Arkansas, Florida, Texas, South Alabama and New York City. The Company’s common stock is traded through the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “HOMB.” The Company was founded in 1998. Visit www.homebancshares.com or www.my100bank.com for more information.

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    This press release contains financial information determined by methods other than in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The Company’s management uses these non-GAAP financial measures–including net income (earnings), as adjusted; pre-tax, pre-provision, net income (PPNR); PPNR, as adjusted; pre-tax net income, as adjusted, to total revenue (net); pre-tax, pre-provision, profit percentage; pre-tax, pre-provision, profit percentage, as adjusted; diluted earnings per common share, as adjusted; return on average assets, as adjusted; return on average assets excluding intangible amortization; return on average assets, as adjusted, excluding intangible amortization; return on average common equity, as adjusted; return on average tangible common equity; return on average tangible common equity, as adjusted; return on average tangible common equity excluding intangible amortization; return on average tangible common equity, as adjusted, excluding intangible amortization; efficiency ratio, as adjusted; tangible book value per common share and tangible common equity to tangible assets–to provide meaningful supplemental information regarding our performance. These measures typically adjust GAAP performance measures to include the tax benefit associated with revenue items that are tax-exempt, as well as adjust income available to common shareholders for certain significant items or transactions that management believes are not indicative of the Company’s primary business operating results. Since the presentation of these GAAP performance measures and their impact differ between companies, management believes presentations of these non-GAAP financial measures provide useful supplemental information that is essential to a proper understanding of the operating results of the Company’s business. These non-GAAP disclosures should not be viewed as a substitute for operating results determined in accordance with GAAP, nor are they necessarily comparable to non-GAAP performance measures that may be presented by other companies. Where non-GAAP financial measures are used, the comparable GAAP financial measure, as well as the reconciliation to the comparable GAAP financial measure, can be found in the tables of this release.

    (1) Calculation of this metric and the reconciliation to GAAP are included in the schedules accompanying this release.

    General

    This release contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company’s plans, expectations, goals and outlook for the future, including future financial results. Statements in this press release that are not historical facts should be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future events, performance or results. When we use words or phrases like “may,” “plan,” “propose,” “contemplate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” “continue,” “expect,” “project,” “predict,” “estimate,” “could,” “should,” “would” and similar expressions, you should consider them as identifying forward-looking statements, although we may use other phrasing. Forward-looking statements of this type speak only as of the date of this news release. By nature, forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Various factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the following: economic conditions, credit quality, interest rates, loan demand, real estate values and unemployment, including any future impacts from inflation or changes in tariffs or trade policies; the ability to identify, complete and successfully integrate new acquisitions; the risk that expected cost savings and other benefits from acquisitions may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected; diversion of management time on acquisition-related issues; the availability of and access to capital and liquidity on terms acceptable to us; legislative and regulatory changes and risks and expenses associated with current and future legislation and regulations; technological changes and cybersecurity risks and incidents; the effects of changes in accounting policies and practices; changes in governmental monetary and fiscal policies; political instability, military conflicts and other major domestic or international events; the impacts of recent or future adverse weather events, including hurricanes, and other natural disasters; disruptions, uncertainties and related effects on credit quality, liquidity and other aspects of our business and operations that may result from any future public health crises; competition from other financial institutions; potential claims, expenses and other adverse effects related to current or future litigation, regulatory examinations or other government actions; potential increases in deposit insurance assessments, increased regulatory scrutiny or market disruptions resulting from financial challenges in the banking industry; changes in the assumptions used in making the forward-looking statements; and other factors described in reports we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including those factors set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on February 27, 2025.

    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
    Donna Townsell
    Director of Investor Relations
    Home BancShares, Inc.
    (501) 328-4625

     
     Home BancShares, Inc.
     Consolidated End of Period Balance Sheets
     (Unaudited)
                         
     (In thousands)   Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024
    ASSETS                    
    Cash and due from banks   $ 319,747     $ 281,063     $ 265,408     $ 229,209     $ 205,262  
    Interest-bearing deposits with other banks     975,983       629,284       752,269       829,507       969,996  
    Cash and cash equivalents     1,295,730       910,347       1,017,677       1,058,716       1,175,258  
    Federal funds sold     6,275       3,725       6,425             5,200  
    Investment securities – available-for-sale, net of allowance for credit losses     3,003,320       3,072,639       3,270,620       3,344,539       3,400,884  
    Investment securities – held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses     1,269,896       1,275,204       1,277,090       1,278,853       1,280,586  
    Total investment securities     4,273,216       4,347,843       4,547,710       4,623,392       4,681,470  
    Loans receivable     14,952,116       14,764,500       14,823,979       14,781,457       14,513,673  
    Allowance for credit losses     (279,944 )     (275,880 )     (312,574 )     (295,856 )     (290,294 )
    Loans receivable, net     14,672,172       14,488,620       14,511,405       14,485,601       14,223,379  
    Bank premises and equipment, net     384,843       386,322       388,776       383,691       389,618  
    Foreclosed assets held for sale     39,680       43,407       43,040       41,347       30,650  
    Cash value of life insurance     221,621       219,786       219,353       218,198       215,424  
    Accrued interest receivable     115,983       120,129       118,871       120,984       119,029  
    Deferred tax asset, net     170,120       186,697       176,629       195,041       202,882  
    Goodwill     1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253  
    Core deposit intangible     38,280       40,327       42,395       44,490       46,630  
    Other assets     376,030       345,292       352,583       350,192       347,928  
    Total assets   $ 22,992,203     $ 22,490,748     $ 22,823,117     $ 22,919,905     $ 22,835,721  
                         
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY                        
    Liabilities                    
    Deposits:                    
    Demand and non-interest-bearing   $ 4,079,289     $ 4,006,115     $ 3,937,168     $ 4,068,302     $ 4,115,603  
    Savings and interest-bearing transaction accounts     11,586,106       11,347,850       10,966,426       11,150,516       11,047,258  
    Time deposits     1,876,096       1,792,332       1,802,116       1,736,985       1,703,269  
    Total deposits     17,541,491       17,146,297       16,705,710       16,955,803       16,866,130  
    Securities sold under agreements to repurchase     161,401       162,350       179,416       137,996       176,107  
    FHLB and other borrowed funds     600,500       600,750       1,300,750       1,301,050       1,301,050  
    Accrued interest payable and other liabilities     207,154       181,080       238,058       230,011       241,345  
    Subordinated debentures     439,102       439,246       439,394       439,542       439,688  
    Total liabilities     18,949,648       18,529,723       18,863,328       19,064,402       19,024,320  
                         
    Stockholders’ equity                    
    Common stock     1,982       1,989       1,989       1,997       2,008  
    Capital surplus     2,246,312       2,272,794       2,272,100       2,295,893       2,326,824  
    Retained earnings     2,018,801       1,942,350       1,880,562       1,819,412       1,753,994  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss     (224,540 )     (256,108 )     (194,862 )     (261,799 )     (271,425 )
    Total stockholders’ equity     4,042,555       3,961,025       3,959,789       3,855,503       3,811,401  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity   $ 22,992,203     $ 22,490,748     $ 22,823,117     $ 22,919,905     $ 22,835,721  
                         
     Home BancShares, Inc.
     Consolidated Statements of Income
     (Unaudited)
                                 
         Quarter Ended   Three Months Ended
    (In thousands)   Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024   Mar. 31, 2025   Mar. 31, 2024
    Interest income:                            
    Loans   $ 270,784     $ 278,409     $ 281,977     $ 274,324     $ 265,294     $ 270,784     $ 265,294  
    Investment securities                            
    Taxable     27,433       28,943       31,006       32,587       33,229       27,433       33,229  
    Tax-exempt     7,650       7,704       7,704       7,769       7,803       7,650       7,803  
    Deposits – other banks     6,620       7,585       12,096       12,564       10,528       6,620       10,528  
    Federal funds sold     55       73       62       59       61       55       61  
    Total interest income     312,542       322,714       332,845       327,303       316,915       312,542       316,915  
    Interest expense:                            
    Interest on deposits     86,786       90,564       97,785       95,741       92,548       86,786       92,548  
    Federal funds purchased                 1                          
    FHLB and other borrowed funds     5,902       9,541       14,383       14,255       14,276       5,902       14,276  
    Securities sold under agreements to repurchase     1,074       1,346       1,335       1,363       1,404       1,074       1,404  
    Subordinated debentures     4,124       4,121       4,121       4,122       4,097       4,124       4,097  
    Total interest expense     97,886       105,572       117,625       115,481       112,325       97,886       112,325  
    Net interest income     214,656       217,142       215,220       211,822       204,590       214,656       204,590  
    Provision for credit losses on loans           16,700       18,200       8,000       5,500             5,500  
    Provision for (recovery of) credit losses on unfunded commitments                 1,000             (1,000 )           (1,000 )
    (Recovery of) provision for credit losses on investment securities                 (330 )                        
    Total credit loss expense           16,700       18,870       8,000       4,500             4,500  
    Net interest income after credit loss expense     214,656       200,442       196,350       203,822       200,090       214,656       200,090  
    Non-interest income:                            
    Service charges on deposit accounts     9,650       9,935       9,888       9,714       9,686       9,650       9,686  
    Other service charges and fees     10,689       11,651       10,490       10,679       10,189       10,689       10,189  
    Trust fees     4,760       4,526       4,403       4,722       5,066       4,760       5,066  
    Mortgage lending income     3,599       3,518       4,437       4,276       3,558       3,599       3,558  
    Insurance commissions     535       483       595       565       508       535       508  
    Increase in cash value of life insurance     1,842       1,215       1,161       1,279       1,195       1,842       1,195  
    Dividends from FHLB, FRB, FNBB & other     2,718       2,820       2,637       2,998       3,007       2,718       3,007  
    Gain on SBA loans     288       218       145       56       198       288       198  
    (Loss) gain on branches, equipment and other assets, net     (163 )     26       32       2,052       (8 )     (163 )     (8 )
    (Loss) gain on OREO, net     (376 )     (2,423 )     85       49       17       (376 )     17  
    Fair value adjustment for marketable securities     442       850       1,392       (274 )     1,003       442       1,003  
    Other income     11,442       8,403       7,514       6,658       7,380       11,442       7,380  
    Total non-interest income     45,426       41,222       42,779       42,774       41,799       45,426       41,799  
    Non-interest expense:                            
    Salaries and employee benefits     61,855       60,824       58,861       60,427       60,910       61,855       60,910  
    Occupancy and equipment     14,425       14,526       14,546       14,408       14,551       14,425       14,551  
    Data processing expense     8,558       9,324       9,088       8,935       9,147       8,558       9,147  
    Other operating expenses     28,090       27,536       27,550       29,415       26,888       28,090       26,888  
    Total non-interest expense     112,928       112,210       110,045       113,185       111,496       112,928       111,496  
    Income before income taxes     147,154       129,454       129,084       133,411       130,393       147,154       130,393  
    Income tax expense     31,945       28,890       29,046       31,881       30,284       31,945       30,284  
    Net income   $ 115,209     $ 100,564     $ 100,038     $ 101,530     $ 100,109     $ 115,209     $ 100,109  
                                 
    Home BancShares, Inc.
    Selected Financial Information
    (Unaudited)
                                 
        Quarter Ended   Three Months Ended
    (Dollars and shares in thousands, except per share data)   Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024   Mar. 31, 2025   Mar. 31, 2024
    PER SHARE DATA                            
    Diluted earnings per common share   $ 0.58     $ 0.51     $ 0.50     $ 0.51     $ 0.50     $ 0.58     $ 0.50  
    Diluted earnings per common share, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1)     0.56       0.50       0.50       0.52       0.49       0.56       0.49  
    Basic earnings per common share     0.58       0.51       0.50       0.51       0.50       0.58       0.50  
    Dividends per share – common     0.195       0.195       0.195       0.18       0.18       0.195       0.18  
    Book value per common share     20.40       19.92       19.91       19.30       18.98       20.40       18.98  
    Tangible book value per common share (non-GAAP)(1)     13.15       12.68       12.67       12.08       11.79       13.15       11.79  
                                 
    STOCK INFORMATION                            
    Average common shares outstanding     198,657       198,863       199,380       200,319       201,210       198,657       201,210  
    Average diluted shares outstanding     198,852       198,973       199,461       200,465       201,390       198,852       201,390  
    End of period common shares outstanding     198,206       198,882       198,879       199,746       200,797       198,206       200,797  
                                 
    ANNUALIZED PERFORMANCE METRICS                            
    Return on average assets (ROA)     2.07 %     1.77 %     1.74 %     1.79 %     1.78 %     2.07 %     1.78 %
    Return on average assets, as adjusted: (ROA, as adjusted) (non-GAAP)(1)     2.01 %     1.76 %     1.72 %     1.83 %     1.76 %     2.01 %     1.76 %
    Return on average assets excluding intangible amortization (non-GAAP)(1)     2.24 %     1.92 %     1.88 %     1.94 %     1.93 %     2.24 %     1.93 %
    Return on average assets, as adjusted, excluding intangible amortization (non-GAAP)(1)     2.18 %     1.91 %     1.86 %     1.98 %     1.91 %     2.18 %     1.91 %
    Return on average common equity (ROE)     11.75 %     10.13 %     10.23 %     10.73 %     10.64 %     11.75 %     10.64 %
    Return on average common equity, as adjusted: (ROE, as adjusted) (non-GAAP)(1)     11.41 %     10.05 %     10.12 %     10.98 %     10.54 %     11.41 %     10.54 %
    Return on average tangible common equity (ROTCE) (non-GAAP)(1)     18.39 %     15.94 %     16.26 %     17.29 %     17.22 %     18.39 %     17.22 %
    Return on average tangible common equity, as adjusted: (ROTCE, as adjusted) (non-GAAP)(1)     17.87 %     15.82 %     16.09 %     17.69 %     17.07 %     17.87 %     17.07 %
    Return on average tangible common equity excluding intangible amortization (non-GAAP)(1)     18.64 %     16.18 %     16.51 %     17.56 %     17.50 %     18.64 %     17.50 %
    Return on average tangible common equity, as adjusted, excluding intangible amortization (non-GAAP)(1)     18.12 %     16.07 %     16.34 %     17.97 %     17.34 %     18.12 %     17.34 %
                                 
    (1) Calculation of this metric and the reconciliation to GAAP are included in the schedules accompanying this release.
     
    Home BancShares, Inc.
    Selected Financial Information
    (Unaudited)
                                 
        Quarter Ended   Three Months Ended
    (Dollars in thousands)   Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024   Mar. 31, 2025   Mar. 31, 2024
                                 
    Efficiency ratio     42.22 %     42.24 %     41.42 %     43.17 %     44.22 %     42.22 %     44.22 %
    Efficiency ratio, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1)     42.84 %     42.00 %     41.66 %     42.59 %     44.43 %     42.84 %     44.43 %
    Net interest margin – FTE (NIM)     4.44 %     4.39 %     4.28 %     4.27 %     4.13 %     4.44 %     4.13 %
    Fully taxable equivalent adjustment   $ 2,534     $ 2,398     $ 2,616     $ 2,628     $ 892     $ 2,534     $ 892  
    Total revenue (net)     260,082       258,364       257,999       254,596       246,389       260,082       246,389  
    Pre-tax, pre-provision, net income (PPNR) (non-GAAP)(1)     147,154       146,154       147,954       141,411       134,893       147,154       134,893  
    PPNR, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1)     142,821       145,209       146,562       141,886       133,728       142,821       133,728  
    Pre-tax net income to total revenue (net)     56.58 %     50.11 %     50.03 %     52.40 %     52.92 %     56.58 %     52.92 %
    Pre-tax net income, as adjusted, to total revenue (net) (non-GAAP)(1)     54.91 %     49.74 %     49.49 %     52.59 %     52.45 %     54.91 %     52.45 %
    P5NR (Pre-tax, pre-provision, profit percentage) (PPNR to total revenue (net)) (non-GAAP)(1)     56.58 %     56.57 %     57.35 %     55.54 %     54.75 %     56.58 %     54.75 %
    P5NR, as adjusted (non-GAAP)(1)     54.91 %     56.20 %     56.81 %     55.73 %     54.28 %     54.91 %     54.28 %
    Total purchase accounting accretion   $ 1,378     $ 1,610     $ 1,878     $ 1,873     $ 2,772     $ 1,378     $ 2,772  
    Average purchase accounting loan discounts     17,493       19,090       20,832       22,788       24,820       17,493       24,820  
                                 
    OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES                            
    Advertising   $ 1,928     $ 1,941     $ 1,810     $ 1,692     $ 1,654     $ 1,928     $ 1,654  
    Amortization of intangibles     2,047       2,068       2,095       2,140       2,140       2,047       2,140  
    Electronic banking expense     3,055       3,307       3,569       3,412       3,156       3,055       3,156  
    Directors’ fees     452       356       362       423       498       452       498  
    Due from bank service charges     281       271       302       282       276       281       276  
    FDIC and state assessment     3,387       3,216       3,360       5,494       3,318       3,387       3,318  
    Insurance     999       900       926       905       903       999       903  
    Legal and accounting     3,641       2,361       1,902       2,617       2,081       3,641       2,081  
    Other professional fees     1,947       1,736       2,062       2,108       2,236       1,947       2,236  
    Operating supplies     711       711       673       613       683       711       683  
    Postage     503       518       522       497       523       503       523  
    Telephone     436       438       455       444       470       436       470  
    Other expense     8,703       9,713       9,512       8,788       8,950       8,703       8,950  
    Total other operating expenses   $ 28,090     $ 27,536     $ 27,550     $ 29,415     $ 26,888     $ 28,090     $ 26,888  
                                 
    (1) Calculation of this metric and the reconciliation to GAAP are included in the schedules accompanying this release.
     
    Home BancShares, Inc.
    Selected Financial Information
    (Unaudited)
                         
    (Dollars in thousands)   Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024
    BALANCE SHEET RATIOS                    
    Total loans to total deposits     85.24 %     86.11 %     88.74 %     87.18 %     86.05 %
    Common equity to assets     17.58 %     17.61 %     17.35 %     16.82 %     16.69 %
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets (non-GAAP)(1)     12.09 %     11.98 %     11.78 %     11.23 %     11.06 %
                    .    
    LOANS RECEIVABLE                    
    Real estate                    
    Commercial real estate loans                    
    Non-farm/non-residential   $ 5,588,681     $ 5,426,780     $ 5,496,536     $ 5,599,925     $ 5,616,965  
    Construction/land development     2,735,760       2,736,214       2,741,419       2,511,817       2,330,555  
    Agricultural     335,437       336,993       335,965       345,461       337,618  
    Residential real estate loans                    
    Residential 1-4 family     1,947,872       1,956,489       1,932,352       1,910,143       1,899,974  
    Multifamily residential     576,089       496,484       482,648       509,091       415,926  
    Total real estate     11,183,839       10,952,960       10,988,920       10,876,437       10,601,038  
    Consumer     1,227,745       1,234,361       1,219,197       1,189,386       1,163,228  
    Commercial and industrial     2,045,036       2,022,775       2,084,667       2,242,072       2,284,775  
    Agricultural     314,323       367,251       352,963       314,600       278,609  
    Other     181,173       187,153       178,232       158,962       186,023  
    Loans receivable   $ 14,952,116     $ 14,764,500     $ 14,823,979     $ 14,781,457     $ 14,513,673  
                         
    ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES                    
    Balance, beginning of period   $ 275,880     $ 312,574     $ 295,856     $ 290,294     $ 288,234  
    Loans charged off     3,458       53,959       2,001       3,098       3,978  
    Recoveries of loans previously charged off     7,522       565       519       660       538  
    Net loans (recovered) charged off     (4,064 )     53,394       1,482       2,438       3,440  
    Provision for credit losses – loans           16,700       18,200       8,000       5,500  
    Balance, end of period   $ 279,944     $ 275,880     $ 312,574     $ 295,856     $ 290,294  
                         
    Net (recoveries) charge-offs to average total loans     (0.11 )%     1.44 %     0.04 %     0.07 %     0.10 %
    Allowance for credit losses to total loans     1.87 %     1.87 %     2.11 %     2.00 %     2.00 %
                         
    NON-PERFORMING ASSETS                    
    Non-performing loans                    
    Non-accrual loans   $ 86,383     $ 93,853     $ 95,747     $ 78,090     $ 67,055  
    Loans past due 90 days or more     3,264       5,034       5,356       8,251       12,928  
    Total non-performing loans     89,647       98,887       101,103       86,341       79,983  
    Other non-performing assets                    
    Foreclosed assets held for sale, net     39,680       43,407       43,040       41,347       30,650  
    Other non-performing assets     63       63       63       63       63  
    Total other non-performing assets     39,743       43,470       43,103       41,410       30,713  
    Total non-performing assets   $ 129,390     $ 142,357     $ 144,206     $ 127,751     $ 110,696  
                         
    Allowance for credit losses for loans to non-performing loans     312.27 %     278.99 %     309.16 %     342.66 %     362.94 %
    Non-performing loans to total loans     0.60 %     0.67 %     0.68 %     0.58 %     0.55 %
    Non-performing assets to total assets     0.56 %     0.63 %     0.63 %     0.56 %     0.48 %
                         
    (1) Calculation of this metric and the reconciliation to GAAP are included in the schedules accompanying this release.
     
    Home BancShares, Inc.
    Consolidated Net Interest Margin
    (Unaudited)
                             
        Three Months Ended
        March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024
    (Dollars in thousands)   Average
    Balance
      Income/
    Expense
      Yield/
    Rate
      Average
    Balance
      Income/
    Expense
      Yield/
    Rate
    ASSETS                        
    Earning assets                        
    Interest-bearing balances due from banks   $ 611,962   $ 6,620   4.39 %   $ 643,959   $ 7,585   4.69 %
    Federal funds sold     5,091     55   4.38 %     6,068     73   4.79 %
    Investment securities – taxable     3,179,290     27,433   3.50 %     3,291,472     28,943   3.50 %
    Investment securities – non-taxable – FTE     1,135,783     10,061   3.59 %     1,154,384     9,980   3.44 %
    Loans receivable – FTE     14,893,912     270,907   7.38 %     14,798,953     278,531   7.49 %
    Total interest-earning assets     19,826,038     315,076   6.45 %     19,894,836     325,112   6.50 %
    Non-earning assets     2,722,797             2,670,241        
    Total assets   $ 22,548,835           $ 22,565,077        
                             
    LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY                          
    Liabilities                        
    Interest-bearing liabilities                        
    Savings and interest-bearing transaction accounts   $ 11,402,688   $ 69,672   2.48 %   $ 11,058,959   $ 72,220   2.60 %
    Time deposits     1,801,503     17,114   3.85 %     1,800,618     18,344   4.05 %
    Total interest-bearing deposits     13,204,191     86,786   2.67 %     12,859,577     90,564   2.80 %
    Securities sold under agreement to repurchase     155,861     1,074   2.79 %     174,759     1,346   3.06 %
    FHLB and other borrowed funds     600,681     5,902   3.98 %     889,880     9,541   4.27 %
    Subordinated debentures     439,173     4,124   3.81 %     439,319     4,121   3.73 %
    Total interest-bearing liabilities     14,399,906     97,886   2.76 %     14,363,535     105,572   2.92 %
    Non-interest bearing liabilities                        
    Non-interest bearing deposits     3,980,944             4,024,433        
    Other liabilities     190,314             226,933        
    Total liabilities     18,571,164             18,614,901        
    Shareholders’ equity     3,977,671             3,950,176        
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity   $ 22,548,835           $ 22,565,077        
    Net interest spread           3.69 %           3.58 %
    Net interest income and margin – FTE       $ 217,190   4.44 %       $ 219,540   4.39 %
                             
    Home BancShares, Inc.
    Consolidated Net Interest Margin
    (Unaudited)
                             
        Three Months Ended
        March 31, 2025   March 31, 2024
    (Dollars in thousands)   Average
    Balance
      Income/
    Expense
      Yield/
    Rate
      Average
    Balance
      Income/
    Expense
      Yield/
    Rate
    ASSETS                        
    Earning assets                        
    Interest-bearing balances due from banks   $ 611,962   $ 6,620   4.39 %   $ 801,456   $ 10,528   5.28 %
    Federal funds sold     5,091     55   4.38 %     5,012     61   4.90 %
    Investment securities – taxable     3,179,290     27,433   3.50 %     3,473,511     33,229   3.85 %
    Investment securities – non-taxable – FTE     1,135,783     10,061   3.59 %     1,257,861     8,642   2.76 %
    Loans receivable – FTE     14,893,912     270,907   7.38 %     14,487,494     265,347   7.37 %
    Total interest-earning assets     19,826,038     315,076   6.45 %     20,025,334     317,807   6.38 %
    Non-earning assets     2,722,797             2,657,925        
    Total assets   $ 22,548,835           $ 22,683,259        
                             
    LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY                          
    Liabilities                        
    Interest-bearing liabilities                        
    Savings and interest-bearing transaction accounts   $ 11,402,688   $ 69,672   2.48 %   $ 11,038,910   $ 75,597   2.75 %
    Time deposits     1,801,503     17,114   3.85 %     1,685,193     16,951   4.05 %
    Total interest-bearing deposits     13,204,191     86,786   2.67 %     12,724,103     92,548   2.93 %
    Securities sold under agreement to repurchase   155,861     1,074   2.79 %     172,024     1,404   3.28 %
    FHLB and other borrowed funds     600,681     5,902   3.98 %     1,301,091     14,276   4.41 %
    Subordinated debentures     439,173     4,124   3.81 %     439,760     4,097   3.75 %
    Total interest-bearing liabilities     14,399,906     97,886   2.76 %     14,636,978     112,325   3.09 %
    Non-interest bearing liabilities                        
    Non-interest bearing deposits     3,980,944             4,017,659        
    Other liabilities     190,314             244,970        
    Total liabilities     18,571,164             18,899,607        
    Shareholders’ equity     3,977,671             3,783,652        
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity   $ 22,548,835           $ 22,683,259        
    Net interest spread           3.69 %           3.29 %
    Net interest income and margin – FTE       $ 217,190   4.44 %       $ 205,482   4.13 %
                             
    Home BancShares, Inc.
    Non-GAAP Reconciliations
    (Unaudited)
                                 
        Quarter Ended   Three Months Ended
    (Dollars and shares in thousands, except per share data)   Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024   Mar. 31, 2025   Mar. 31, 2024
    EARNINGS, AS ADJUSTED                            
    GAAP net income available to common shareholders (A)   $ 115,209     $ 100,564     $ 100,038     $ 101,530     $ 100,109     $ 115,209     $ 100,109  
    Pre-tax adjustments                            
    FDIC special assessment                       2,260                    
    BOLI death benefits           (95 )                 (162 )           (162 )
    Gain on sale of building                       (2,059 )                  
    Fair value adjustment for marketable securities     (442 )     (850 )     (1,392 )     274       (1,003 )     (442 )     (1,003 )
    Special income from equity investment     (3,891 )                             (3,891 )      
    Total pre-tax adjustments     (4,333 )     (945 )     (1,392 )     475       (1,165 )     (4,333 )     (1,165 )
    Tax-effect of adjustments     (1,059 )     (208 )     (348 )     119       (251 )     (1,059 )     (251 )
    Deferred tax asset write-down                       2,030                    
    Total adjustments after-tax (B)     (3,274 )     (737 )     (1,044 )     2,386       (914 )     (3,274 )     (914 )
    Earnings, as adjusted (C)   $ 111,935     $ 99,827     $ 98,994     $ 103,916     $ 99,195     $ 111,935     $ 99,195  
                                 
    Average diluted shares outstanding (D)     198,852       198,973       199,461       200,465       201,390       198,852       201,390  
                                 
    GAAP diluted earnings per share: (A/D)   $ 0.58     $ 0.51     $ 0.50     $ 0.51     $ 0.50     $ 0.58     $ 0.50  
    Adjustments after-tax: (B/D)     (0.02 )     (0.01 )     0.00       0.01       (0.01 )     (0.02 )     (0.01 )
    Diluted earnings per common share, as adjusted: (C/D)   $ 0.56     $ 0.50     $ 0.50     $ 0.52     $ 0.49     $ 0.56     $ 0.49  
                                 
    ANNUALIZED RETURN ON AVERAGE ASSETS                            
    Return on average assets: (A/E)     2.07 %     1.77 %     1.74 %     1.79 %     1.78 %     2.07 %     1.78 %
    Return on average assets, as adjusted: (ROA, as adjusted) ((A+D)/E)     2.01 %     1.76 %     1.72 %     1.83 %     1.76 %     2.01 %     1.76 %
    Return on average assets excluding intangible amortization: ((A+C)/(E-F))     2.24 %     1.92 %     1.88 %     1.94 %     1.93 %     2.24 %     1.93 %
    Return on average assets, as adjusted, excluding intangible amortization: ((A+C+D)/(E-F))     2.18 %     1.91 %     1.86 %     1.98 %     1.91 %     2.18 %     1.91 %
                                 
    GAAP net income available to common shareholders (A)   $ 115,209     $ 100,564     $ 100,038     $ 101,530     $ 100,109     $ 115,209     $ 100,109  
    Amortization of intangibles (B)     2,047       2,068       2,095       2,140       2,140       2,047       2,140  
    Amortization of intangibles after-tax (C)     1,547       1,563       1,572       1,605       1,605       1,547       1,605  
    Adjustments after-tax (D)     (3,274 )     (737 )     (1,044 )     2,386       (914 )     (3,274 )     (914 )
    Average assets (E)    22,548,835      22,565,077      22,893,784      22,875,949      22,683,259      22,548,835      22,683,259  
    Average goodwill & core deposit intangible (F)     1,437,515       1,439,566       1,441,654       1,443,778       1,445,902       1,437,515       1,445,902  
                                 
     Home BancShares, Inc.
     Non-GAAP Reconciliations
     (Unaudited)
                                 
        Quarter Ended   Three Months Ended
    (Dollars in thousands)   Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024   Mar. 31, 2025   Mar. 31, 2024
    ANNUALIZED RETURN ON AVERAGE COMMON EQUITY                            
    Return on average common equity: (A/D)     11.75 %     10.13 %     10.23 %     10.73 %     10.64 %     11.75 %     10.64 %
    Return on average common equity, as adjusted: (ROE, as adjusted) ((A+C)/D)     11.41 %     10.05 %     10.12 %     10.98 %     10.54 %     11.41 %     10.54 %
    Return on average tangible common equity: (A/(D-E))     18.39 %     15.94 %     16.26 %     17.29 %     17.22 %     18.39 %     17.22 %
    Return on average tangible common equity, as adjusted: (ROTCE, as adjusted) ((A+C)/(D-E))     17.87 %     15.82 %     16.09 %     17.69 %     17.07 %     17.87 %     17.07 %
    Return on average tangible common equity excluding intangible amortization: (B/(D-E))     18.64 %     16.18 %     16.51 %     17.56 %     17.50 %     18.64 %     17.50 %
    Return on average tangible common equity, as adjusted, excluding intangible amortization: ((B+C)/(D-E))     18.12 %     16.07 %     16.34 %     17.97 %     17.34 %     18.12 %     17.34 %
                                 
    GAAP net income available to common shareholders (A)   $ 115,209     $ 100,564     $ 100,038     $ 101,530     $ 100,109     $ 115,209     $ 100,109  
    Earnings excluding intangible amortization (B)     116,756       102,127       101,610       103,135       101,714       116,756       101,714  
    Adjustments after-tax (C)     (3,274 )     (737 )     (1,044 )     2,386       (914 )     (3,274 )     (914 )
    Average common equity (D)   3,977,671     3,950,176     3,889,712     3,805,800     3,783,652     3,977,671     3,783,652  
    Average goodwill & core deposits intangible (E)   1,437,515     1,439,566     1,441,654     1,443,778     1,445,902     1,437,515     1,445,902  
                                 
    EFFICIENCY RATIO & P5NR                            
    Efficiency ratio: ((D-G)/(B+C+E))     42.22 %     42.24 %     41.42 %     43.17 %     44.22 %     42.22 %     44.22 %
    Efficiency ratio, as adjusted: ((D-G-I)/(B+C+E-H))     42.84 %     42.00 %     41.66 %     42.59 %     44.43 %     42.84 %     44.43 %
    Pre-tax net income to total revenue (net) (A/(B+C))     56.58 %     50.11 %     50.03 %     52.40 %     52.92 %     56.58 %     52.92 %
    Pre-tax net income, as adjusted, to total revenue (net) ((A+F)/(B+C))     54.91 %     49.74 %     49.49 %     52.59 %     52.45 %     54.91 %     52.45 %
    Pre-tax, pre-provision, net income (PPNR) (B+C-D)   $ 147,154     $ 146,154     $ 147,954     $ 141,411     $ 134,893     $ 147,154     $ 134,893  
    Pre-tax, pre-provision, net income, as adjusted (B+C-D+F)   $ 142,821     $ 145,209     $ 146,562     $ 141,886     $ 133,728     $ 142,821     $ 133,728  
    P5NR (Pre-tax, pre-provision, profit percentage) PPNR to total revenue (net)) (B+C-D)/(B+C)     56.58 %     56.57 %     57.35 %     55.54 %     54.75 %     56.58 %     54.75 %
    P5NR, as adjusted (B+C-D+F)/(B+C)     54.91 %     56.20 %     56.81 %     55.73 %     54.28 %     54.91 %     54.28 %
                                 
    Pre-tax net income (A)   $ 147,154     $ 129,454     $ 129,084     $ 133,411     $ 130,393     $ 147,154     $ 130,393  
    Net interest income (B)     214,656       217,142       215,220       211,822       204,590       214,656       204,590  
    Non-interest income (C)     45,426       41,222       42,779       42,774       41,799       45,426       41,799  
    Non-interest expense (D)     112,928       112,210       110,045       113,185       111,496       112,928       111,496  
    Fully taxable equivalent adjustment (E)     2,534       2,398       2,616       2,628       892       2,534       892  
    Total pre-tax adjustments (F)     (4,333 )     (945 )     (1,392 )     475       (1,165 )     (4,333 )     (1,165 )
    Amortization of intangibles (G)     2,047       2,068       2,095       2,140       2,140       2,047       2,140  
                                 
    Adjustments:                            
    Non-interest income:                            
    Fair value adjustment for marketable securities   $ 442     $ 850     $ 1,392     $ (274 )   $ 1,003     $ 442     $ 1,003  
    (Loss) gain on OREO     (376 )     (2,423 )     85       49       17       (376 )     17  
    (Loss) gain on branches, equipment and other assets, net     (163 )     26       32       2,052       (8 )     (163 )     (8 )
    Special income from equity investment     3,891                               3,891        
    BOLI death benefits           95                   162             162  
    Total non-interest income adjustments (H)   $ 3,794     $ (1,452 )   $ 1,509     $ 1,827     $ 1,174     $ 3,794     $ 1,174  
                                 
    Non-interest expense:                            
    FDIC special assessment                       2,260                    
    Total non-interest expense adjustments (I)   $     $     $     $ 2,260     $     $     $  
                                 
     Home BancShares, Inc.
     Non-GAAP Reconciliations
     (Unaudited)
                         
        Quarter Ended
        Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024
    TANGIBLE BOOK VALUE PER COMMON SHARE                    
    Book value per common share: (A/B)   $ 20.40     $ 19.92     $ 19.91     $ 19.30     $ 18.98  
    Tangible book value per common share: ((A-C-D)/B)     13.15       12.68       12.67       12.08       11.79  
                         
    Total stockholders’ equity (A)   $ 4,042,555     $ 3,961,025     $ 3,959,789     $ 3,855,503     $ 3,811,401  
    End of period common shares outstanding (B)     198,206       198,882       198,879       199,746       200,797  
    Goodwill (C)     1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253  
    Core deposit and other intangibles (D)     38,280       40,327       42,395       44,490       46,630  
                         
    TANGIBLE COMMON EQUITY TO TANGIBLE ASSETS                    
    Equity to assets: (B/A)     17.58 %     17.61 %     17.35 %     16.82 %     16.69 %
    Tangible common equity to tangible assets: ((B-C-D)/(A-C-D))     12.09 %     11.98 %     11.78 %     11.23 %     11.06 %
                         
    Total assets (A)   $ 22,992,203     $ 22,490,748     $ 22,823,117     $ 22,919,905     $ 22,835,721  
    Total stockholders’ equity (B)     4,042,555       3,961,025       3,959,789       3,855,503       3,811,401  
    Goodwill (C)     1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253       1,398,253  
    Core deposit and other intangibles (D)     38,280       40,327       42,395       44,490       46,630  

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  • MIL-OSI: FFB Bancorp Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FRESNO, Calif., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FFB Bancorp (the “Company”) (OTCQX: FFBB), the parent company of FFB Bank (the “Bank”), today reported net income of $8.10 million, or $2.55 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 4% from the $7.79 million, or $2.46 per diluted share, reported for the first quarter of 2024. The Bank reported $9.72 million, or $3.05 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2024. All results are unaudited.

    First Quarter 2025 Highlights: As of, or for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2024:

    • Pre-tax, pre-provision income increased 10% to $12.01 million.
    • Net income increased 4% to $8.10 million.
    • Return on average equity (“ROAE”) was 18.83%.
    • Return on average assets (“ROAA”) was 2.14%.
    • Net interest margin expanded 20 basis points to 5.35% from 5.15%.
    • Operating revenue (net interest income, before the provision for credit losses, plus non-interest income) increased 21% to $28.48 million.
    • Total assets increased 12% to $1.56 billion.
    • Total portfolio of loans increased 18% to $1.09 billion.
    • Total deposits increased 10% to $1.32 billion.
    • Shareholder equity increased 26% to $174.71 million.
    • Book value per common share increased 27% to $55.52.
    • The Company’s tangible common equity ratio was 11.20%, while the Bank’s regulatory leverage capital ratio was 14.66%, and the total risk-based capital ratio was 21.09% at March 31, 2025.

    “In spite of the general market headwinds, and the constant noise surrounding potential policy changes, our first quarter 2025 results still came in quite strong because the team was able to stay focused on the basics,” said Steve Miller, President & CEO. “The loan portfolio increased $21 million, deposits grew $36 million, and total assets grew $56 million. In addition, we were able to record strong earnings while improving our book value per common share through our strategic share repurchase program.”

    “During the quarter we have made consistent progress on the matters outlined in our consent order, although ultimate compliance will be determined by our regulators. The team has been diligent in working with our regulators to complete the necessary steps to meet consent order timelines. We have confidence we can continue to address these items going forward.”

    Linda Emtman and Miles Mahoney Join Board of Directors of FFB Bancorp and FFB Bank:

    Linda Emtman and Miles Mahoney have been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Company and Bank, expanding the number of directors for both boards to 11 from 9.

    Ms. Emtman was a Principal in Financial Services at Ernst & Young in San Francisco until her retirement. She is on the executive leadership team of the American Heart Association, and an Ambassador at the Bay Area Cor Vitae Society. Ms. Emtman is a graduate of the University of Washington where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and completed her Master Deal Maker certification at the Wharton School.

    Mr. Mahoney is the President of U2 Science Labs, Inc, an advanced analytics and data science platform, in Orange County and the Founder and Managing Partner of Irish Acquisitions, Inc. He has served as a board member of a number of different organizations over a 15-year period. Mr. Mahoney is a graduate of Montana State University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration & Finance and completed his MBA at the Pepperdine Graziadio School of Business.

    “We are delighted to welcome Linda and Miles to our Company’s Board of Directors and look forward to working with them as we pursue our mission to grow our franchise. They bring a wealth of experience and a broad depth of knowledge that will help propel us forward for future success,” said Mark Saleh, Chairman of the Boards. “Recently, one of our founding board members, Al Smith, passed away. He was instrumental in the early development of our brand. His commitment to the bank and creative ideas will be missed.”

    Update on Stock Repurchase Program:

    On January 22, 2025, the Company announced that it had authorized a plan to utilize up to $15.0 million of capital to repurchase shares of the Company’s common stock. As of March 31, 2025, the Company has repurchased 41,915 shares, at an average price of $81.60, totaling $3.42 million. This represents approximately 1.78% of total shareholders’ equity at March 31, 2025.

    Under the terms of the repurchase plan, the Company may repurchase shares of the Company’s common stock from time to time, through December 31, 2025, in open market purchases or privately negotiated transactions. Repurchases under the plan may also be made pursuant to a trading plan under Securities and Exchange Commission Rule 10b5-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which would permit shares to be repurchased by the Company when the Company might otherwise be precluded from doing so because of self-imposed trading blackout periods or other regulatory restrictions. The timing, manner, price and exact amount of any repurchases by the Company will be determined at the Company’s discretion and depend on various factors including the performance of the Company’s stock price, general market and economic conditions, applicable legal and regulatory requirements, availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Through December 31, 2025, the repurchase plan may be discontinued, suspended or restarted at any time.

    Results of Operations

    Quarter ended March 31, 2025:

    Operating revenue, consisting of net interest income before the provision for credit losses and non-interest income, increased 21% to $28.48 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $23.61 million for the first quarter a year ago, and increased 1% from $28.25 million from the fourth quarter of 2024.

    Net interest income, before the provision for credit losses, increased 17% to $18.90 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $16.14 million for the same quarter a year ago, and remained consistent with the $18.81 million reported last quarter. “The increase in net interest income compared to prior year was primarily driven by loan portfolio growth,” said Bhavneet Gill, Chief Financial Officer. “We have also seen some relief in funding costs as a result of the FOMC rate cuts from the second half of 2024.”

    The Company’s net interest margin (“NIM”) increased by 20 basis points to 5.35% for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 5.15% for the first quarter of 2024, and increased 11 basis points from 5.24% for the preceding quarter. “Our yield on earning assets increased 8 basis points in the first quarter primarily from changes within the loan portfolio. Additionally, the expansion of NIM was buoyed by a 4 basis point decrease in the cost to fund earning assets as average non-interest bearing deposits increased $11.68 million quarter-over-quarter,” noted Gill.

    The yield on earning assets was 6.31% for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 6.15% for the first quarter a year ago, and 6.24% for the previous quarter. The cost to fund earning assets decreased to 0.96% for the first quarter of 2025 compared to 1.00% for the previous quarter, and 1.00% for the same quarter a year earlier.

    Total non-interest income was $9.58 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $7.47 million for the first quarter of 2024, and $9.44 million for the previous quarter. The increase in non-interest income, from the first quarter of 2024, was driven by higher merchant services revenue and a reduction in loss on sale of investments, partially offset by lower gain on sale of loans revenue. The quarter-over-quarter increase in non-interest income was attributed to higher merchant services revenue due to seasonal activity, partially offset by a reduction in the gain on sale of loans revenue.

    Merchant services revenue increased 30% to $7.86 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $6.07 million from the first quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily due to higher volume across all merchant business lines and higher gross revenue related to FFB Payments. Merchant services revenue increased from $7.56 million when compared to the fourth quarter of 2024 as a result of an increase in processing volume during the quarter, primarily due to seasonal activity. First quarter 2025 ISO Partner Sponsorship volumes include $2.78 billion in volume for the ISO partners being exited in the second quarter of 2025. First quarter 2025 ISO Partner Sponsorship revenue includes $990,000 in revenue from the ISO partners being exited in the second quarter of 2025. “These ISO exits were the right decision to help ensure we are aligned with our partners in regard to best in class oversight. We anticipate replacing this volume and revenue through growth in FFB Payments and with our remaining ISO partners as we move forward,” said Miller.

    Merchant ISO Processing Volumes (in thousands)
    Source Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
    ISO Partner Sponsorship $ 5,007,998   $ 4,891,643   $ 4,556,868   $ 4,391,365   $ 3,763,289  
    FFB Payments- Sub-ISO Merchants   21,551     22,950     24,661     24,414     19,370  
    FFB Payments – Direct Merchants   97,095     91,133     64,512     76,059     77,349  
    Total volume $ 5,126,644   $ 5,005,726   $ 4,646,041   $ 4,491,838   $ 3,860,008  
    Merchant ISO Processing Revenues (in thousands)
    Source of Revenue Q1 2025 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2024
    Net Revenue*:          
    ISO Partner Sponsorship $ 2,410   $ 2,535   $ 2,284   $ 2,156   $ 2,183  
               
    Gross Revenue:          
    FFB Payments- Sub-ISO Merchants   745     764     810     795     672  
    FFB Payments – Direct Merchants   4,709     4,262     2,476     3,117     3,213  
        5,454     5,026     3,286     3,912     3,885  
    Gross Expense:          
    FFB Payments- Sub-ISO Merchants   616     638     723     675     518  
    FFB Payments – Direct Merchants   2,558     2,511     1,766     1,989     1,842  
        3,174     3,149     2,489     2,664     2,360  
    Net Revenue:          
    FFB Payments- Sub-ISO Merchants   129     126     87     120     154  
    FFB Payments – Direct Merchants   2,151     1,751     710     1,128     1,371  
    FFB Payments Net Revenue   2,280     1,877     797     1,248     1,525  
    Net Merchant Services Income: $ 4,690   $ 4,412   $ 3,081   $ 3,404   $ 3,708  
     
    *ISO Partnership Sponsorship is recognized net of expense in Merchant Services Income. FFB Payments revenues are recognized gross in Merchant Services Income and Merchant Services expenses are recognized in Non-Interest Expense.
     

    Total deposit fee income increased 7% to $849,000 for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $796,000 for the first quarter of 2024, and decreased 1% from $856,000 for the previous quarter.

    There was a $261,000 gain on sale of loans during the first quarter of 2025, compared to a gain on sale of loans of $451,000 during the first quarter 2024, and a gain on sale of loans of $929,000 in the previous quarter. There was no loss on sale of investments during the first quarter of 2025, compared to a $373,000 loss during the first quarter of 2024, and a $482,000 loss in the previous quarter.

    Non-interest expense increased 30% to $16.47 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $12.70 million for the first quarter 2024, and increased 24% from $13.27 million from the previous quarter. The increases on a year-over-year and quarterly comparison were driven by increases in salaries and employee benefits expense.

    Salaries and employee benefits increased 22% to $8.06 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $6.58 million for the first quarter 2024. Total salaries and employee benefits increased 56% from $5.18 million in the previous quarter. The quarterly increase in salaries and employee benefits expense is partially attributed to $1.96 million in non-recurring reductions to performance bonus and ESOP accruals recognized in the fourth quarter of 2024. The balance of the increase was primarily the result of expense associated with full-time employees hired in the fourth quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025. Full-time employees increased to 175 at March 31, 2025, compared to 147 full-time employees a year earlier, and 168 full-time employees from the previous quarter.

    “Over the last few quarters, we’ve made intentional investments in people and technology to ensure that the bank can efficiently scale moving forward, and specifically to support our payment ecosystem, product development, regional expansion, and compliance/risk management initiatives. We continue to see elevated legal, audit, and technology related expenses mostly related to addressing the Consent Order,” said Miller.

    Occupancy and equipment expenses decreased 8% from a year ago, representing 2% of non-interest expense, and decreased 14% from the preceding quarter. Merchant operating expense totaled $3.17 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $2.36 million for the first quarter of 2024 and $3.15 million for the preceding quarter. The change in merchant operating expense is attributed to fluctuations in volume and revenue for the FFB Payments lines of business. Merchant operating expenses include interchange fees, chargebacks, partnership fees, and other card brand fees.

    Other operating expense increased 45% or $1.51 million to $4.88 million from a year earlier and increased 8% or $351,000 from the previous quarter. The year-over-year increase was driven by increases of $252,000 in data and software related expense, $355,000 in professional fees, $262,000 in marketing expense, $111,000 in regulatory assessment expense, and $321,000 in operational losses. The increase in data and software expense and professional fees, which include legal, audit, and consulting fees, are primarily due to actions taken to enhance the Company’s AML/CFT, compliance, and merchant services programs.

    The efficiency ratio was 57.83% for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 52.96% for the same quarter a year ago, and 46.19% for the preceding quarter. The efficiency ratio can fluctuate period over period based on changes in merchant services’ gross revenues and associated expenses. The Company also calculates an adjusted efficiency ratio where the merchant services’ gross expense, which is included in non-interest expense, is netted against merchant services’ revenue in non-interest income. The adjusted efficiency ratio was 52.54% for the first quarter of 2025, compared to 47.82% for the same quarter a year ago, and 39.57% for the previous quarter.

    Balance Sheet Review

    Total assets increased 12% to $1.56 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $1.40 billion at March 31, 2024, and increased 4% compared to December 31, 2024.

    The total portfolio of loans increased 18%, or $165.66 million, to $1.09 billion, compared to $926.78 million at March 31, 2024, and increased $21.36 million, from $1.07 billion at December 31, 2024.

    Commercial real estate loans increased 28% year-over-year to $696.63 million, representing 64% of total loans at March 31, 2025. The CRE portfolio includes approximately $282.54 million in multi-family loans originated by the Southern California team that the Company may consider selling at some point in the future for liquidity and concentration management. The multi-family portfolio includes $84.52 million in short-term bridge loans for transitional projects of multi-family properties. The short-term bridge loans are conservatively underwritten with minimum DSCR and liquidity requirements. The bank continues to market our bridge loan product in a more measured approach, keeping to our conservative underwriting standards. The real estate construction and land development loan portfolio decreased 84% from a year ago to $12.65 million, representing 1% of total loans, while residential RE 1-4 family loans totaled $17.15 million, or 2% of loans, at March 31, 2025.

    The commercial and industrial (C&I) portfolio increased 16% to $260.06 million, at March 31, 2025, compared to $224.55 million a year earlier, and decreased 3% from $267.95 million at December 31, 2024. C&I loans represented 24% of total loans at March 31, 2025. Agriculture loans represented 10% of the loan portfolio at March 31, 2025. At March 31, 2025, the SBA, USDA, and other government agencies guaranteed loans totaled $61.37 million, or 5.6% of the loan portfolio.

    Investment securities totaled $313.83 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $328.91 million a year earlier, and decreased $8.36 million from $322.19 million at December 31, 2024. The investment portfolio consists of mortgage-backed and municipal securities, both tax exempt and taxable, treasury securities as well as other domestic debt. At March 31, 2025, the Company had a net unrealized loss position on its investment securities portfolio of $24.50 million, compared to a net unrealized loss of $25.89 million at December 31, 2024. The Company’s investment securities portfolio had an effective duration of 5.61 years at March 31, 2025, compared to 5.32 years at December 31, 2024.

    Total deposits increased 10%, or $119.85 million, to $1.32 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $1.20 billion from a year earlier, and increased $36.00 million from $1.28 billion at December 31, 2024. The quarter-over-quarter increase in deposit balances is primarily attributed to an increase in interest bearing checking accounts. Non-interest bearing demand deposits increased 10% to $825.40 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $751.64 million at March 31, 2024, and decreased $3.10 million from $828.51 million at December 31, 2024. Non-interest bearing demand deposits represented 63% of total deposits at March 31, 2025.

    Included in non-interest bearing deposits are $89.98 million from ISO partners for merchant reserves, $135.48 million from ISO partners for settlement, and $9.63 million in ISO partner operating accounts. These deposits represent 28.5% of non-interest bearing deposits and 17.8% of total deposits. Included in the $235.09 million in ISO partner deposits as of March 31, 2025 are $137.82 million in deposits for ISO partners being exited in the second quarter of 2025. The Bank plans to replace these non-interest bearing deposits with growth from new Bank customers in its markets and from the existing ISO partners it will continue to support. In the short-term, the new deposit growth will likely be made up of a higher percentage of interest bearing deposits.

    There was $10.00 million in short-term borrowings at March 31, 2025, compared to no borrowings at December 31, 2024, or March 31, 2024. The Company primarily utilizes FHLB advances and the Federal Reserve discount window for short-term borrowings. The following table summarizes the Company’s primary and secondary sources of liquidity which were available at March 31, 2025:

    Liquidity Source (in thousands) March 31, 2025 December 31, 2024
         
    Cash and cash equivalents $ 103,071   $ 63,415  
    Unpledged investment securities, fair value   104,732     118,957  
    FHLB advance capacity   338,036     304,077  
                 
    Federal Reserve discount window capacity   130,590     166,475  
    Correspondent bank unsecured lines of credit   70,000     91,500  
      $ 746,429   $ 744,424  
     

    The total primary and secondary liquidity of $746.43 million at March 31, 2025 represents an increase of $2.0 million in primary and secondary liquidity quarter-over-quarter. On-balance sheet cash and cash equivalents increased as a result of deposit growth in the quarter.

    Shareholders’ equity increased 26% to $174.71 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $138.72 million from a year ago, and grew 4% from $168.39 million at December 31, 2024. Book value per common share increased 27% to $55.52, at March 31, 2025, compared to $43.69 at March 31, 2024, and increased 5% from $53.02 at December 31, 2024. The tangible common equity ratio was 11.20% at March 31, 2025, compared to 9.94% a year earlier, and 11.20% at December 31, 2024. Additionally, book value improved as a result of quarterly net income and a reduction in shares outstanding.

    At the Bank level, unrealized losses and gains reflected in AOCI are not included in regulatory capital. As a result, Tier-1 capital at the Bank for regulatory purposes was $226.64 million at quarter end excluding the unrealized loss. The regulatory leverage capital ratio was 14.66% for the current quarter, while the total risk-based capital ratio was 21.09%, exceeding regulatory minimums to be considered well-capitalized.

    Asset Quality

    Nonperforming assets increased to $15.37 million, or 0.98% of total assets, at March 31, 2025, compared to $9.89 million, or 0.66% of total assets, from the preceding quarter. Of the $15.37 million nonperforming loans, $11.37 million are covered by SBA guarantees. Total delinquent loans increased to $19.12 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $8.32 million at December 31, 2024.

    Past due loans 30-60 days were $17.53 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $4.89 million at December 31, 2024, and $3.22 million at March 31, 2024. This increase in 30-60 days past due loans is the result of three multi-family loans, which are real estate secured, totaling $11.55 million to a related group of borrowers. There were $1.54 million past due loans from 60-90 days at March 31, 2025, compared to $2.45 million at December 31, 2024 and $1.95 million in past due loans from 60-90 days a year earlier. Past due loans 90+ days at quarter end totaled $46,000 at March 31, 2025, compared to $1.33 million, at March 31, 2024. Of the $19.12 million in past due loans at March 31, 2025, $2.75 million were purchased government guaranteed loans, which are guaranteed by the SBA for the full payment of the principal plus interest.

    Delinquent Loan Summary Organic Purchased Govt.
    Guaranteed
    Total
    (in thousands)
           
    Delinquent accruing loans 30-59 days $ 16,147   $ 1,386   $ 17,533  
    Delinquent accruing loans 60-89 days   218     1,319     1,537  
    Delinquent accruing loans 90+ days       46     46  
    Total delinquent accruing loans $ 16,365   $ 2,751   $ 19,116  
           
    Non-Accrual Loan Summary Organic Purchased Govt.
    Guaranteed
    Total
    (in thousands)
           
    Loans on non-accrual $ 15,366   $   $ 15,366  
    Non-accrual loans with SBA guarantees   11,371         11,371  
    Net Bank exposure to non-accrual loans $ 3,995   $   $ 3,995  
     

    There was a $1.16 million provision for credit losses in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $378,000 provision for credit losses in the first quarter a year ago, and a $1.67 million provision for credit losses booked in the fourth quarter of 2024. The provision recorded during the first quarter of 2025 is the result of loan portfolio growth and a $5.47 million increase in non-accrual loans which were individually evaluated in the allowance for credit losses. The increase in non-accrual loans was primarily related to SBA loans.

    “We watch the SBA portfolio very closely since rates have increased so rapidly over the last two years, putting pressure on borrowers. A majority of the loans within the portfolio are floating rate loans tied to WSJ Prime and reset quarterly. Borrowers saw a 50bps reduction in their rates on January 1, 2025 and additional rate relief is expected during the second half of 2025,” added Miller. “The ratio of allowance for credit losses to the total, non-guaranteed, loan portfolio was 1.25%, as of March 31, 2025, and our total non-guaranteed exposure on these SBA loans is $42.80 million spread over 222 loans.”

    “We incurred net charge offs of $167,000 during the current quarter, compared to $4,000 in net recoveries in the first quarter a year ago, and $1.29 million in net charge offs in the previous quarter,” said Miller. “Our loan portfolio increased 18% from a year ago with commercial real estate (“CRE”) loans representing 64% of the total loan portfolio. Within the CRE portfolio, there are $52.45 million in loans for CRE office as shown in the table below. Since the majority of our CRE office exposure is concentrated in the Central Valley, we are experiencing less volatility than city center CRE markets. Our credit metrics remain strong as we continue to maintain conservative underwriting standards.”

    (in thousands) CRE Office Exposure of March 31, 2025
    Region Owner-Occupied Non-Owner Occupied Total
    Central Valley $ 27,314   $ 13,544   $ 40,858  
    Southern California   2,271     352     2,623  
    Other California   4,492     3,948     8,440  
    Total California   34,077     17,844     51,921  
    Out of California       527     527  
    Total CRE Office $ 34,077   $ 18,371   $ 52,448  
     

    The ratio of allowance for credit losses to total loans was 1.18% at March 31, 2025, compared to 1.12% a year earlier and 1.10% at December 31, 2024. The Company individually evaluates non-accrual loans in the allowance for credit losses which has resulted in carrying a higher level of reserve.

    About FFB Bancorp

    FFB Bancorp, formerly Communities First Financial Corporation, a bank holding company established in 2014, is the parent company of FFB Bank, founded in 2005 in Fresno, California. As a leading SBA Lender in California’s Central Valley and one of the few direct acquiring banks in the United States, FFB Bank offers clients a range of personal and business checking accounts, payment processes, and loan programs. Among the Bank’s awards and accomplishments, it was ranked #1 on American Banker’s list of the Top 20 Publicly Traded Banks under $2 Billion in Assets for 2024. For 2025, the Bank was also ranked by S&P Global as the #34 best performing community bank under $3 billion in assets. The Company has also received recognition as part of the OTCQX Best 50 Companies for 2019, 2023, and 2024. For additional information, you can visit the Company’s website at www.ffb.bank or by contacting a representative at 559-439-0200.

    Forward Looking Statements

    This earnings release may contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements provide current expectations or forecasts of future events and are not guarantees of future performance, nor should they be relied upon as representing management’s views as of any subsequent date. The forward-looking statements are based on managements’ expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Although management believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. Risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially include, without limitation, the Company’s ability to effectively execute its business plans; the impact of the Consent Order on our financial condition and results of operations; changes in general economic and financial market conditions; changes in interest rates; and, in particular, actions taken by the Federal Reserve to try and control inflation; changes in the competitive environment; continuing consolidation in the financial services industry; new litigation or changes in existing litigation; losses, customer bankruptcy, claims and assessments; changes in banking regulations or other regulatory or legislative requirements affecting the Company’s business; international developments; and changes in accounting policies or procedures as may be required by the Financial Accounting Standards Board or other regulatory agencies. The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly the results of any revisions to the forward-looking statements included herein to reflect events or circumstances after today, or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. The Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

    Member FDIC

    Select Financial Information and Ratios For the Quarter Ended:
    March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024
    BALANCE SHEET- ENDING BALANCES:          
    Total assets $ 1,560,376     $ 1,504,128     $ 1,395,095  
    Total portfolio loans   1,092,441       1,071,079       926,781  
    Investment securities   313,826       322,186       328,906  
    Total deposits   1,320,381       1,284,377       1,200,529  
    Shareholders equity, net   174,711       168,392       138,716  
               
    INCOME STATEMENT DATA          
    Operating revenue   28,476       28,247       23,610  
    Operating expense   16,467       13,270       12,701  
    Pre-tax, pre-provision income   12,009       14,977       10,909  
    Net income after tax   8,098       9,718       7,790  
               
    SHARE DATA          
    Basic earnings per share $ 2.56     $ 3.06     $ 2.46  
    Fully diluted EPS $ 2.55     $ 3.05     $ 2.46  
    Book value per common share $ 55.52     $ 53.02     $ 43.69  
    Common shares outstanding   3,146,727       3,175,817       3,175,048  
    Fully diluted shares   3,175,178       3,189,949       3,170,981  
    FFBB – Stock price $ 76.50     $ 97.97     $ 82.99  
               
    RATIOS          
    Return on average assets   2.14 %     2.53 %     2.32 %
    Return on average equity   18.83 %     23.11 %     23.27 %
    Efficiency ratio   57.83 %     46.19 %     52.96 %
    Adjusted efficiency ratio   52.54 %     39.57 %     47.82 %
    Yield on earning assets   6.31 %     6.24 %     6.15 %
    Yield on investment securities   4.36 %     4.34 %     4.47 %
    Yield on portfolio loans   6.81 %     6.95 %     6.68 %
    Cost to fund earning assets   0.96 %     1.00 %     1.00 %
    Cost of interest-bearing deposits   2.60 %     2.69 %     2.57 %
    Net Interest Margin   5.35 %     5.24 %     5.15 %
    Equity to assets   11.20 %     11.20 %     9.94 %
    Net loan to deposit ratio   82.74 %     83.39 %     77.20 %
    Full time equivalent employees   175       168       147  
               
    BALANCE SHEET- AVERAGES          
    Total assets   1,531,573       1,529,439       1,347,625  
    Total portfolio loans   1,076,848       1,038,215       925,561  
    Investment securities   325,699       333,135       315,820  
    Total deposits   1,300,550       1,299,069       1,149,117  
    Shareholders equity, net   174,410       167,268       134,621  
                           
    Consolidated Balance Sheet (unaudited) March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024
    (in thousands)    
    ASSETS          
    Cash and due from banks $ 83,033     $ 43,905     $ 37,360  
    Interest bearing deposits in banks   20,038       19,510       53,556  
    CDs in other banks   1,724       1,723       1,693  
    Investment securities   313,826       322,186       328,906  
    Loans held for sale                
               
    Construction & land development   12,649       26,522       77,318  
    Residential RE 1-4 family   17,146       16,846       16,114  
    Commercial real estate   696,625       669,285       545,358  
    Agriculture   104,616       90,017       63,281  
    Commercial and industrial   260,063       267,948       224,551  
    Consumer and other   1,342       461       159  
    Portfolio loans   1,092,441       1,071,079       926,781  
    Deferred fees & discounts   (3,946 )     (4,200 )     (4,181 )
    Allowance for credit losses   (12,913 )     (11,834 )     (10,407 )
    Loans, net   1,075,582       1,055,045       912,193  
               
    Non-marketable equity investments   8,890       8,891       7,357  
    Cash value of life insurance   12,496       12,402       12,119  
    Accrued interest and other assets   44,787       40,466       41,911  
    Total assets $ 1,560,376     $ 1,504,128     $ 1,395,095  
               
    LIABILITIES AND EQUITY          
    Non-interest bearing deposits $ 825,404     $ 828,508     $ 751,636  
    Interest checking   109,555       62,034       54,659  
    Savings   54,686       55,219       52,090  
    Money market   218,940       212,322       220,559  
    Certificates of deposits   111,796       126,294       121,585  
    Total deposits   1,320,381       1,284,377       1,200,529  
    Short-term borrowings   10,000              
    Long-term debt   38,046       38,007       39,638  
    Other liabilities   17,238       13,352       16,212  
    Total liabilities   1,385,665       1,335,736       1,256,379  
               
    Common stock   35,693       38,436       36,910  
    Retained earnings   156,235       148,138       121,780  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (17,217 )     (18,182 )     (19,974 )
    Shareholders’ equity   174,711       168,392       138,716  
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 1,560,376     $ 1,504,128     $ 1,395,095  
    Consolidated Income Statement (unaudited) Quarter ended:
    (in thousands) March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024
               
    INTEREST INCOME:          
    Loan interest income $ 18,069   $ 18,131     $ 15,372  
    Investment income   3,499     3,631       3,512  
    Int. on fed funds & CDs in other banks   574     504       255  
    Dividends from non-marketable equity   132     137       129  
    Total interest income   22,274     22,403       19,268  
               
    INTEREST EXPENSE:          
    Int. on deposits   2,891     3,115       2,518  
    Int. on short-term borrowings   31     12       149  
    Int. on long-term debt   451     464       464  
    Total interest expense   3,373     3,591       3,131  
    Net interest income   18,901     18,812       16,137  
    PROVISION FOR CREDIT LOSSES   1,164     1,671       378  
    Net interest income after provision   17,737     17,141       15,759  
               
    NON-INTEREST INCOME:          
    Total deposit fee income   849     856       796  
    Debit / credit card interchange income   191     196       167  
    Merchant services income   7,864     7,562       6,068  
    Gain on sale of loans   261     929       451  
    Loss (gain) on sale of investments       (482 )     (373 )
    Other operating income   410     374       364  
    Total non-interest income   9,575     9,435       7,473  
               
    NON-INTEREST EXPENSE:          
    Salaries & employee benefits   8,056     5,177       6,582  
    Occupancy expense   353     411       383  
    Merchant services operating expense   3,174     3,149       2,360  
    Other operating expense   4,884     4,533       3,376  
    Total non-interest expense   16,467     13,270       12,701  
               
    Income before provision for income tax   10,845     13,306       10,531  
    PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES   2,747     3,588       2,741  
    Net income $ 8,098   $ 9,718     $ 7,790  
    ASSET QUALITY March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024
    (in thousands)    
    Delinquent accruing loans 30-60 days $ 17,533     $ 4,886     $ 3,220  
    Delinquent accruing loans 60-90 days   1,537       2,449       1,950  
    Delinquent accruing loans 90+ days   46       987       1,332  
    Total delinquent accruing loans $ 19,116     $ 8,322     $ 6,502  
               
    Loans on non-accrual $ 15,366     $ 9,894     $ 7,156  
    Other real estate owned                
    Nonperforming assets $ 15,366     $ 9,894     $ 7,156  
               
    Delinquent 30-60 / Total Loans   1.60 %     0.46 %     0.35 %
    Delinquent 60-90 / Total Loans   0.14 %     0.23 %     0.21 %
    Delinquent 90+ / Total Loans   %     0.09 %     0.14 %
    Delinquent Loans / Total Loans   1.75 %     0.78 %     0.70 %
    Non-accrual / Total Loans   1.41 %     0.92 %     0.77 %
    Nonperforming assets to total assets   0.98 %     0.66 %     0.51 %
               
    Year-to-date charge-off activity          
    Charge-offs $ 167     $ 1,287     $  
    Recoveries         35       4  
    Net charge-offs (recoveries) $ 167     $ 1,252     $ (4 )
    Annualized net loan losses to average loans   0.06 %     0.12 %     %
               
    CREDIT LOSS RESERVE RATIOS:          
    Allowance for credit losses $ 12,913     $ 11,834     $ 10,407  
               
    Total loans $ 1,092,441     $ 1,071,079     $ 926,781  
    Purchased govt. guaranteed loans $ 16,081     $ 16,323     $ 19,642  
    Originated govt. guaranteed loans $ 45,285     $ 42,737     $ 38,228  
               
    ACL / Total loans   1.18 %     1.10 %     1.12 %
    ACL / Loans less 100% govt. gte. loans (purchased)   1.20 %     1.12 %     1.15 %
    ACL / Loans less all govt. guaranteed loans   1.25 %     1.17 %     1.20 %
    ACL / Total assets   0.83 %     0.79 %     0.75 %
    SELECT FINANCIAL TREND INFORMATION For the Quarter Ended:
    March 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 September 30, 2024 June 30, 2024 Mar. 31, 2024
    BALANCE SHEET- PERIOD END          
    Total assets $ 1,560,376   $ 1,504,128   $ 1,512,241   $ 1,443,723   $ 1,395,095  
    Loans held for sale                    
    Loans held for investment   1,092,441     1,071,079     998,222     969,764     926,781  
    Investment securities   313,826     322,186     345,428     345,491     328,906  
               
    Non-interest bearing deposits   825,404     828,508     826,708     731,030     751,636  
    Interest bearing deposits   494,977     455,869     460,241     437,927     448,893  
    Total deposits   1,320,381     1,284,377     1,286,949     1,168,957     1,200,529  
    Short-term borrowings   10,000             68,000      
    Long-term debt   38,046     38,007     37,967     39,678     39,638  
               
    Total equity   191,928     186,574     176,350     167,286     158,690  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (17,217 )   (18,182 )   (12,715 )   (18,646 )   (19,974 )
    Shareholders’ equity   174,711     168,392     163,635     148,640     138,716  
               
    QUARTERLY INCOME STATEMENT          
    Interest income $ 22,274   $ 22,403   $ 21,404   $ 20,887   $ 19,268  
    Interest expense   3,373     3,591     3,617     3,581     3,131  
    Net interest income   18,901     18,812     17,787     17,306     16,137  
    Non-interest income   9,575     9,435     7,616     7,423     7,473  
    Gross revenue   28,476     28,247     25,403     24,729     23,610  
               
    Provision for credit losses   1,164     1,671     762     291     378  
               
    Non-interest expense   16,467     13,270     12,735     13,285     12,701  
    Net income before tax   10,845     13,306     11,906     11,153     10,531  
    Tax provision   2,747     3,588     3,343     3,077     2,741  
    Net income after tax   8,098     9,718     8,563     8,076     7,790  
               
    BALANCE SHEET- AVERAGE BALANCE          
    Total assets $ 1,531,573   $ 1,529,439   $ 1,477,259   $ 1,704,255   $ 1,347,604  
    Loans held for sale                    
    Loans held for investment   1,076,848     1,038,215     982,152     954,871     925,561  
    Investment securities   325,699     333,135     343,096     334,416     315,820  
               
    Non-interest bearing deposits   850,426     838,748     822,200     758,977     755,603  
    Interest bearing deposits   450,124     460,321     432,143     440,147     393,514  
    Total deposits   1,300,550     1,299,069     1,254,343     1,199,124     1,149,117  
    Short-term borrowings   2,856     951         10,053     9,562  
    Long-term debt   38,028     37,989     39,479     39,660     39,620  
               
    Shareholders’ equity   174,410     167,268     161,363     141,881     134,621  
                                   

    Contact: Steve Miller – President & CEO
    Bhavneet Gill – EVP & CFO
    (559) 439-0200

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI: Plumas Bancorp Reports First Quarter Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RENO, Nev., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Plumas Bancorp (Nasdaq: PLBC), the parent company of Plumas Bank (the “Bank”), today announced first quarter earnings of $7.2 million or $1.21 per share, up from $6.3 million or $1.06 per share during the first quarter of 2024. Diluted earnings per share was $1.20 during the three months ended March 31, 2025, up from $1.05 per share during the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Return on average assets was 1.79% during the current quarter, up from 1.55% during the first quarter of 2024. Return on average equity was 16.0% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, down from 16.4% during the first quarter of 2024.

    Net-interest income increased by $1.1 million from $17.4 million during the three months ended March 31, 2024, to $18.5 million during the current quarter. The provision for credit losses decreased from $821 thousand during the first quarter of 2024 to $250 thousand during the current quarter.

    Non-interest income increased by $1.1 million from $2.1 million during the three months ended March 31, 2024 to $3.2 million during the first quarter of 2025 related to a legal settlement totaling $1.1 million. This settlement related to the Dixie Fire in August of 2021 which swept through the town of Greenville, California. The fire caused severe damage to the Greenville area, including the telecommunications infrastructure which adversely affected our ability to service our customers in this area during the last few years.

    Non-interest expense increased by $1.1 million from $10.4 million during the first quarter of 2024 to $11.5 million during the current quarter. Of this amount, $569 thousand relates to costs associated with our pending acquisition of Cornerstone Community Bancorp. We signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cornerstone Community Bancorp on January 28, 2025. Merger transaction costs that facilitate the merger are not deductible for income tax purposes. Of the $569 thousand in merger related costs, $562 thousand is estimated to be not deductible for state and federal income tax.

    The provision for income taxes increased by $731 thousand from $2.1 million, 25.4% of pre-tax income, during the three months ended March 31, 2024 to $2.9 million, or 28.5% of pre-tax income, during the current quarter.

    Balance sheet Highlights
    March 31, 2025 compared to March 31, 2024

    • Gross loans increased by $35 million, or 3.5%, to $1.0 billion.
    • Total deposits increased by $73 million, or 5.6% to $1.4 billion.
    • Borrowings decreased by $105 million, or 87.5% to $15 million.
    • Total equity increased by $26 million, or 16.2% to $187.6 million.
    • Book value per share increased by $4.29, or 15.7% to $31.68.

    President’s Comments

    Andrew J. Ryback, director, president, and chief executive officer of Plumas Bancorp and Plumas Bank, described the first quarter accomplishments, saying, “The highlight of this quarter is the announcement of our definitive merger agreement with Cornerstone Community Bancorp, a partnership that will result in a combined company with over $2.3 billion in assets, $2.0 billion in deposits, and $1.5 billion in loans. This merger reinforces our commitment to serving Northern California and Western Nevada, creating enhanced opportunities for our clients, shareholders, and team members.

    Through this merger, we unite Cornerstone Community Bank’s local expertise and strong practices with Plumas Bank’s innovative technology and business solutions. Together, we are positioned to expand our footprint and strengthen our offerings, ensuring sustained value for the communities we serve. With projected earnings accretion and a focused integration process, we are confident in our ability to deliver long-term growth and success.”

    Mr. Ryback noted additional developments during the quarter, saying, “Piper Sandler added Plumas to its independent research coverage, boosting Plumas’ visibility among investors and enhancing market confidence. With coverage from Raymond James and Stephens, too, we expect fair market valuation as all three firms previously released ‘Buy’ recommendations for PLBC stock.”

    Mr. Ryback concluded, “I want to express my gratitude to our shareholders, employees, and partners for their support during this transformative time. As we move forward, we remain steadfast in our dedication to fostering growth, innovation, and community impact, while maintaining the exceptional financial results and service excellence that define Plumas Bancorp.”

    Loans, Deposits, Investments and Cash

    Gross loans increased by $34.5 million, or 3.5%, from $976 million at March 31, 2024, to $1.0 billion at March 31, 2025. Increases of $98 million in commercial real estate loans and $1 million in equity lines of credit were partially offset by decreases of $31 million in automobile loans, $18 million in construction loans, $11 million in agricultural loans and $4 million in commercial loans.

    On March 31, 2025, approximately 77% of the Company’s loan portfolio was comprised of variable rate loans. The rates of interest charged on variable rate loans are set at specific increments in relation to the Company’s lending rate or other indexes such as the published prime interest rate or U.S. Treasury rates and vary with changes in these indexes. The frequency at which variable rate loans reprice can vary from one day to several years. Most of our commercial real estate portfolio reprices every five years. Loans indexed to the prime interest rate were approximately 16% of the Company’s loan portfolio; these loans reprice within one day to three months of a change in the prime rate.

    Total deposits increased by $73 million to $1.4 billion at March 31, 2025. The increase in deposits includes increases of $10 million in demand deposits and $76 million in money market accounts. Partially offsetting these increases were decreases of $5 million in savings deposits and $8 million in time deposits. We attribute much of the increase in money market accounts to higher rate public entity deposits. At December 31, 2025, 49% of the Company’s deposits were in the form of non-interest-bearing demand deposits. The Company has no brokered deposits.

    Investment securities totaled $447 million at March 31, 2025 and 2024. The Bank’s investment security portfolio consists of debt securities issued by US Government agencies, US Government sponsored agencies and municipalities. Cash and due from banks decreased by $41 million from $128 million at March 31, 2024, to $87 million at March 31, 2025.

    Asset Quality

    Nonperforming assets (which are comprised of nonperforming loans, other real estate owned (“OREO”) and repossessed vehicle holdings) at March 31, 2025, were $3.8 million, down from $6.0 million at March 31, 2024. Nonperforming assets as a percentage of total assets decreased to 0.23% at March 31, 2025, down from 0.37% at March 31, 2024. OREO decreased by $266 thousand from $357 thousand at March 31, 2024, to $91 thousand at March 31, 2025. Nonperforming loans were $3.7 million at March 31, 2025, and $5.6 million at March 31, 2024. Nonperforming loans as a percentage of total loans decreased to 0.36% at March 31, 2025, down from 0.57% at March 31, 2024.

    During the first quarter of 2025 we recorded a provision for credit losses of $250 thousand consisting of a provision for credit losses on loans of $250 thousand. This compares to a provision for credit losses of $821 thousand consisting of a provision for credit losses on loans of $900 thousand and a decrease in the reserve for unfunded commitments of $79 thousand during the first quarter of 2024.

    Net charge-offs totaled $127 thousand and $610 thousand during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The allowance for credit losses totaled $13.3 million at March 31, 2025, and $13.2 million at March 31, 2024. The allowance for credit losses as a percentage of total loans was 1.32% at March 31, 2025, and 1.35% at March 31, 2024.

    The following tables present the activity in the allowance for credit losses and the reserve for unfunded commitments during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 (in thousands).

    Allowance for Credit Losses   March 31, 2025     March 31, 2024
    Balance, beginning of period $ 13,196     $ 12,867  
    Provision charged to operations   250       900  
    Losses charged to allowance   (312 )     (680 )
    Recoveries   185       70  
    Balance, end of period $ 13,319     $ 13,157  
    Reserve for Unfunded
    Commitments
     

    March 31, 2025

         

    March 31, 2024

    Balance, beginning of period $ 620     $ 799  
    Provision charged to operations         (79 )
    Balance, end of period $ 620     $ 720  


    Bank Term Funding Program (BTFP)

    At March 31, 2024, the Company had outstanding borrowings under BTFP totaling $105 million. All BTFP borrowings were paid off during 2024. Interest expense recognized on the BTFP borrowings for the three months ended March 31, 2024, was $1.2 million.

    Shareholders’ Equity

    Total shareholders’ equity increased by $26.1 million from $162 million at March 31, 2024, to $188 million at March 31, 2025. The $26.1 million includes earnings during the twelve-month period totaling $29.5 million, a decrease in accumulated other comprehensive loss of $2.1 million and stock option activity totaling $1.0 million. These items were partially offset by the payment of cash dividends totaling $6.5 million.

    Liquidity

    The Company manages its liquidity to provide the ability to generate funds to support asset growth, meet deposit withdrawals (both anticipated and unanticipated), fund customers’ borrowing needs and satisfy maturity of short-term borrowings. The Company’s liquidity needs are managed using assets or liabilities, or both. On the asset side, in addition to cash and due from banks, the Company maintains an investment portfolio which includes unpledged U.S. Government-sponsored agency securities that are classified as available-for-sale. On the liability side, liquidity needs are managed by offering competitive rates on deposit products and the use of established credit lines.

    The Company is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLB) and can borrow up to $251 million from the FHLB secured by commercial and residential mortgage loans with carrying values totaling $441 million. The Company is also eligible to borrow at the FRB Discount Window. At March 31, 2025 the Company could borrow up to $115 million at the Discount Window secured by investment securities with a fair value of $119 million. In addition to its FHLB borrowing line and the Discount Window, the Company has unsecured short-term borrowing agreements with two of its correspondent banks in the amounts of $50 million and $20 million. There were no outstanding borrowings to the FHLB, FRB Discount Window or the correspondent banks at March 31, 2025, and March 31, 2024.

    Customer deposits are the Company’s primary source of funds. Total deposits increased by $73 million to $1.4 billion at March 31, 2025. Deposits are held in various forms with varying maturities. The Company estimates that it has approximately $510 million in uninsured deposits which includes uninsured deposits of Plumas Bancorp. Of this amount, $190 million represents deposits that are collateralized such as deposits of states, municipalities and tribal accounts.

    The Company’s securities portfolio, Discount Window advances, FHLB advances, and cash and due from banks serve as the primary sources of liquidity, providing adequate funding for loans during periods of high loan demand. During periods of decreased lending, funds obtained from the maturing or sale of investments, loan payments, and new deposits are invested in short-term earning assets, such as cash held at the FRB and investment securities, to serve as a source of funding for future loan growth. Management believes that the Company’s available sources of funds, including borrowings, will provide adequate liquidity for its operations in the foreseeable future.

    Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin

    Driven mostly by growth in the loan portfolio and the repayment of the BTFP borrowings, net interest income increased by $1.1 million from $17.4 million during the three months ended March 31, 2024, to $18.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025. The increase in net interest income includes an increase of $564 thousand in interest income and a decline of $518 thousand in interest expense.

    Interest and fees on loans increased by $804 thousand related both to an increase in average balance and an increase in yield. Average loan balances increased by $48 million, while the average yield on loans increased by 8 basis points from 6.09% during the first quarter of 2024 to 6.17% during the current quarter. The average prime interest rate decreased from 8.5% during the first quarter of 2024 to 7.5% during the current quarter. Approximately 16% of the Company’s loans are tied to the prime interest rate and most of these reprice within one to three months with a change in prime. The negative effect of the decrease in prime was offset by an increase in average yield on the bank’s fixed rate portfolio which includes growth in fixed rate SBA loans which totaled $74 million at March 31, 2025, and $47 million at March 31, 2024. The weighted average rate earned on this portfolio at March 31, 2025, was 8.3%.

    Interest on investment securities increased by $114 thousand related to an increase in yield on investment securities of 44 basis points to 4.12%. The increase in investment yields is consistent with the partial restructuring of the investment portfolio during the first quarter of 2024. The effect of this increase in yield was mostly offset by a decline of $36 million in average investment securities.

    Interest on cash balances decreased by $354 thousand related to a decline in average balance of $14 million and a decrease in average rate paid on cash balances of 105 basis points from 5.57% during the first quarter of 2024 to 4.52% during the current quarter. This decline in yield was mostly related to a decline in rate paid on balances held at the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB). The average rate earned on FRB balances decreased from 5.40% during the first quarter of 2024 to 4.40% during the current quarter.

    Interest expense decreased by $518 thousand, mostly related to the repayment of the BTFP borrowings as discussed earlier. The average rate paid on interest bearing liabilities decreased from 1.33% during the 2024 quarter to 1.14% in 2025 related mainly to the decrease in these borrowings.

    Interest paid on deposits increased by $710 thousand and is broken down by product type as follows: money market accounts – $770 thousand and savings deposits – $26 thousand. The increase in interest paid on money market accounts mostly relates to an increase in public entity balances. Interest on time deposits declined by $86 thousand related to a decline in average balance of $3 million and a decline in rate paid of 27 basis points. During the second half of 2024 and continuing into 2025, we have offered a premium rate on large balances of public entities in our service area, matching the rate they could earn from the California local agency investment fund. This has led to a significant increase in these balances and an increase in the overall rate paid on money market accounts. The average rate paid on interest-bearing deposits increased from 0.75% during the first quarter of 2024 to 1.11% during the current quarter.

    Net interest margin for the three months ended March 31, 2025, increased 33bp to 4.95%, up from 4.62% for the same period in 2024.

    Non-Interest Income/Expense

    During the three months ended March 31, 2025, non-interest income totaled $3.2 million, an increase of $1.1 million from the three months ended March 31, 2024. The largest component of this increase was the $1.1 million settlement related to the Dixie Fire as discussed earlier.

    During the three months ended March 31, 2025, total non-interest expense increased by $1.1 million from $10.4 million during the first quarter of 2024 to $11.5 million during the current quarter. The largest components of this increase were merger related expenses of $569 thousand. Salary and benefit expense increased by $514 thousand which includes an increase in salary expense of $269 thousand related primarily to merit and promotional salary increases. Related mostly to an increase in pre-tax income, bonus expense increased by $216 thousand. A decrease in deferred loan origination fees of $97 thousand was offset by a decline in commission expense of $137 thousand. Both items mostly relate to a decline in SBA loan production during the comparison quarters. Occupancy and equipment expense increased by $324 thousand from $1.7 million during the first quarter of 2024 to $2.0 million during the current quarter related to an increase of $338 thousand in rent expense related to the February 2024 sales/leaseback transaction.

    Plumas Bancorp is headquartered in Reno, Nevada. Plumas Bancorp’s principal subsidiary is Plumas Bank, which was founded in 1980. Plumas Bank is a full-service community bank headquartered in Quincy, California. The bank operates fifteen branches: thirteen located in the California counties of Butte, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Shasta, and Sutter and two branches located in Nevada in the counties of Carson City and Washoe. The bank also operates two loan production offices located in Auburn, California and Klamath Falls, Oregon. Plumas Bank offers a wide range of financial and investment services to consumers and businesses and has received nationwide Preferred Lender status with the United States Small Business Administration. For more information on Plumas Bancorp and Plumas Bank, please visit our website at www.plumasbank.com.

    This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and Plumas Bancorp intends for such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Future events are difficult to predict, and the expectations described above are necessarily subject to risk and uncertainty that may cause actual results to differ materially and adversely.

    Forward-looking statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. They often include the words “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “estimate,” or words of similar meaning, or future or conditional verbs such as “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” or “may.” These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, nor should they be relied upon as representing management’s views as of any subsequent date. Forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those presented, either expressed or implied, in this news release. Factors that might cause such differences include, but are not limited to: the Company’s ability to successfully execute its business plans and achieve its objectives; changes in general economic and financial market conditions, either nationally or locally in areas in which the Company conducts its operations; changes in interest rates; continuing consolidation in the financial services industry; new litigation or changes in existing litigation; increased competitive challenges and expanding product and pricing pressures among financial institutions; legislation or regulatory changes which adversely affect the Company’s operations or business; loss of key personnel; and changes in accounting policies or procedures as may be required by the Financial Accounting Standards Board or other regulatory agencies.

    Contact: Jamie Huynh
    Investor Relations
    Plumas Bancorp
    5525 Kietzke Lane Ste. 100
    Reno, NV 89511
    775.786.0907 x8908
    investorrelations@plumasbank.com

    PLUMAS BANCORP
    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS  
    (In thousands)
    (Unaudited)
      As of March 31,      
      2025   2024   Dollar
    Change
      Percentage
    Change
    ASSETS              
    Cash and due from banks $ 87,327   $ 128,231   $ (40,904)   (31.9)%
    Investment securities 447,293   447,445   (152)   (0.0)%
    Loans, net of allowance for credit losses 1,000,651   966,141   34,510   3.6%
    Premises and equipment, net 12,349   12,960   (611)   (4.7)%
    Right-of-use assets 24,003   25,295   (1,292)   (5.1)%
    Bank owned life insurance 16,628   16,206   422   2.6%
    Real estate acquired through foreclosure 91   357   (266)   (74.5)%
    Goodwill 5,502   5,502     0.0%
    Accrued interest receivable and other assets 39,448   38,196   1,252   3.3%
    Total assets $ 1,633,292   $ 1,640,333   $ (7,041)   (0.4)%
                   
    LIABILITIES AND              
       SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY  
    Deposits $ 1,373,061   $ 1,299,688   $ 73,373   5.6%
    Lease liabilities 24,523   25,424   (901)   (3.5)%
    Accrued interest payable and other liabilities 33,105   33,730   (625)   (1.9)%
    Borrowings 15,000   120,000   (105,000)   (87.5)%
    Total liabilities 1,445,689   1,478,842   (33,153)   (2.2)%
    Common stock 29,454   28,492   962   3.4%
    Retained earnings 179,411   156,414   22,997   14.7%
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net (21,262)   (23,415)   2,153   9.2%
    Shareholders’ equity 187,603   161,491   26,112   16.2%
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 1,633,292   $ 1,640,333   $ (7,041)   (0.4)%
                   
                   
    PLUMAS BANCORP
    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
    (In thousands, except per share data)
    (Unaudited)
                   
    FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED MARCH 31, 2025   2024   Dollar
    Change
      Percentage
    Change
                   
    Interest income $ 20,590   $ 20,026   $ 564   2.8%
    Interest expense 2,051   2,569   (518)   -20.2%
    Net interest income before provision for credit losses 18,539   17,457   1,082   6.2%
    Provision for credit losses 250   821   (571)   (69.5)%
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses 18,289   16,636   1,653   9.9%
    Non-interest income 3,213   2,140   1,073   50.1%
    Non-interest expense 11,466   10,397   1,069   10.3%
    Income before income taxes 10,036   8,379   1,657   19.8%
    Provision for income taxes 2,856   2,125   731   34.4%
    Net income $ 7,180   $ 6,254   $ 926   14.8%
                   
    Basic earnings per share $ 1.21   $ 1.06   $ 0.15   14.2%
    Diluted earnings per share $ 1.20   $ 1.05   $ 0.15   14.3%
                   
    PLUMAS BANCORP
    SELECTED FINANCIAL INFORMATION
    (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)
    (Unaudited)
                       
      Three Months Ended   Year Ended
      3/31/2025   12/31/2024     3/31/2024     12/31/2024   12/31/2023
    EARNINGS PER SHARE                        
    Basic earnings per share $ 1.21     $ 1.31     $ 1.06     $ 4.85     $ 5.08  
    Diluted earnings per share $ 1.20     $ 1.29     $ 1.05     $ 4.80     $ 5.02  
    Weighted average shares outstanding   5,911       5,900       5,887       5,895       5,863  
    Weighted average diluted shares outstanding   6,002       5,995       5,946       5,968       5,934  
    Cash dividends paid per share 1 $ 0.30     $ 0.27     $ 0.27     $ 1.08     $ 1.00  
                             
    PERFORMANCE RATIOS (annualized for the three months)                
    Return on average assets   1.79 %     1.87 %     1.55 %     1.74 %     1.88 %
    Return on average equity   16.0 %     17.1 %     16.4 %     17.2 %     23.4 %
    Yield on earning assets   5.50 %     5.50 %     5.30 %     5.49 %     5.03 %
    Rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities   1.14 %     1.27 %     1.33 %     1.39 %     0.67 %
    Net interest margin   4.95 %     4.90 %     4.62 %     4.79 %     4.71 %
    Noninterest income to average assets   0.80 %     0.53 %     0.53 %     0.53 %     0.68 %
    Noninterest expense to average assets   2.85 %     2.57 %     2.57 %     2.56 %     2.36 %
    Efficiency ratio 2   52.7 %     50.4 %     53.1 %     51.3 %     46.6 %
                       
      3/31/2025   3/31/2024   12/31/2024   12/31/2023   12/31/2022
    CREDIT QUALITY RATIOS AND DATA                  
    Allowance for credit losses $ 13,319   $ 13,157   $ 13,196   $ 12,867     $ 10,717  
    Allowance for credit losses as a percentage of total loans   1.32     1.35     1.30     1.34 %     1.18 %
    Nonperforming loans $ 3,686   $ 5,610   $ 4,105   $ 4,820     $ 1,172  
    Nonperforming assets $ 3,787   $ 6,000   $ 4,307   $ 5,315     $ 1,190  
    Nonperforming loans as a percentage of total loans   0.36     0.57     0.40     0.50 %     0.13 %
    Nonperforming assets as a percentage of total assets   0.23     0.37     0.27     0.33 %     0.07 %
    Year-to-date net charge-offs $ 127   $ 610   $ 1,046   $ 954     $ 935  
    Year-to-date net charge-offs as a percentage of average   0.05     0.25     0.11     0.10 %     0.11 %
    loans (annualized)        
                       
    CAPITAL AND OTHER DATA                  
    Common shares outstanding at end of period   5,922     5,896     5,903     5,872       5,850  
    Shareholders’ equity $ 187,603   $ 161,491   $ 177,899   $ 147,317     $ 119,004  
    Book value per common share $ 31.68   $ 27.39   $ 30.14   $ 25.09     $ 20.34  
    Tangible common equity3 $ 181,354   $ 155,048   $ 171,606   $ 140,823     $ 112,273  
    Tangible book value per common share4 $ 30.62   $ 26.30   $ 29.07   $ 23.98     $ 19.19  
    Tangible common equity to total assets   11.1     9.5     10.6     8.7 %     6.9 %
    Gross loans to deposits   73.6     75.1     74.1     71.9 %     62.6 %
                       
    PLUMAS BANK REGULATORY CAPITAL RATIOS              
    Tier 1 Leverage Ratio   12.3     11.0     11.9     10.8 %     9.2 %
    Common Equity Tier 1 Ratio   17.8     16.1     17.3     15.7 %     14.7 %
    Tier 1 Risk-Based Capital Ratio   17.8     16.1     17.3     15.7 %     14.7 %
    Total Risk-Based Capital Ratio   19.0     17.4     18.5     16.9 %     15.7 %
     
    (1) The Company paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share on February 17, 2025 and a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share on February 15, 2024, May 15, 2024, August 15, 2024 and November 15, 2024 and a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share on February 15, 2023, May 15, 2023, August 15, 2023 and November 15, 2023.
    (2) Efficiency ratio is defined as noninterest expense divided by total revenue (net interest income and total noninterest income).
    (3) Tangible common equity is defined as common equity less core deposit intangibles and goodwill.
    (4) Tangible common book value per share is defined as tangible common equity divided by common shares outstanding.
             
    PLUMAS BANCORP
    SELECTED FINANCIAL INFORMATION
     (Dollars in thousands)
    (Unaudited)
                           
    The following table presents for the three-month periods indicated the distribution of consolidated average assets, liabilities and shareholders’ equity.
                           
      For the Three Months Ended   For the Three Months Ended
      3/31/2025   3/31/2024
      Average       Yield/   Average       Yield/
      Balance   Interest   Rate   Balance   Interest   Rate
    Interest-earning assets:                      
    Loans (2) (3) $ 1,011,968   $ 15,396   6.17 %   $ 964,132   $ 14,592   6.09 %
    Investment securities   369,126     3,927   4.31 %     371,792     3,605   3.90 %
    Non-taxable investment securities (1)   74,883     583   3.16 %     108,175     791   2.94 %
    Interest-bearing deposits   61,409     684   4.52 %     75,005     1,038   5.57 %
    Total interest-earning assets   1,517,386     20,590   5.50 %     1,519,104     20,026   5.30 %
    Cash and due from banks   26,477             26,586        
    Other assets   86,335             80,508        
    Total assets $ 1,630,198           $ 1,626,198        
                           
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                      
    Money market deposits   279,184     1,145   1.66 %     211,183     375   0.71 %
    Savings deposits   323,449     206   0.26 %     335,565     180   0.22 %
    Time deposits   88,386     545   2.50 %     91,501     631   2.77 %
    Total deposits   691,019     1,896   1.11 %     638,249     1,186   0.75 %
    Borrowings   15,000     145   3.92 %     114,342     1,367   4.81 %
    Other interest-bearing liabilities   21,190     10   0.19 %     21,713     16   0.30 %
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   727,209     2,051   1.14 %     774,304     2,569   1.33 %
    Non-interest-bearing deposits   682,495             673,789        
    Other liabilities   38,096             24,440        
    Shareholders’ equity   182,398             153,665        
    Total liabilities & equity $ 1,630,198           $ 1,626,198        
    Cost of funding interest-earning assets (4)         0.55 %           0.68 %
    Net interest income and margin (5)     $ 18,539   4.95 %       $ 17,457   4.62 %
                           
    (1) Not computed on a tax-equivalent basis.                      
    (2) Average nonaccrual loan balances of $3.8 million for 2025 and $5.6 million for 2024 are included in average loan balances for computational purposes.  
    (3) Net costs included in loan interest income for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 were $275 thousand and $344 thousand, respectively.  
    (4) Total annualized interest expense divided by the average balance of total earning assets.        
    (5) Annualized net interest income divided by the average balance of total earning assets.        
    PLUMAS BANCORP
    SELECTED FINANCIAL INFORMATION
     (Dollars in thousands)
    (Unaudited)
                   
    The following table presents the components of non-interest income for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2025 and 2024.
                   
      For the Three Months Ended        
      March 31,        
        2025     2024     Dollar
    Change
      Percentage
    Change
    Service charges on deposit accounts   705     715       (10 )   (1.4 )%
    Interchange income $ 690   $ 739       (49 )   (6.6 )%
    Loan servicing fees   186     213       (27 )   (12.7 )%
    FHLB Dividends   137     137           %
    Earnings on life insurance policies   109     96       13     13.5 %
    Gain on sale of buildings       19,854       (19,854 )   (100.0 )%
    Loss on sale of investment securities       (19,826 )     19,826     100.0 %
    Other   1,386     212       1,174     553.8 %
    Total non-interest income $ 3,213   $ 2,140     $ 1,073     50.1 %
                   
    The following table presents the components of non-interest expense for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2025 and 2024.
                   
      For the Three Months Ended        
      March 31,        
        2025     2024     Dollar
    Change
      Percentage
    Change
    Salaries and employee benefits $ 5,880   $ 5,366     $ 514     9.6 %
    Occupancy and equipment   2,014     1,690       324     19.2 %
    Outside service fees   1,263     1,132       131     11.6 %
    Merger and acquisition expenses   569           569     100.0 %
    Advertising and shareholder relations   262     244       18     7.4 %
    Professional fees   229     439       (210 )   (47.8 )%
    Armored car and courier   217     203       14     6.9 %
    Deposit insurance   182     187       (5 )   (2.7 )%
    Telephone and data communication   174     222       (48 )   (21.6 )%
    Director compensation and expense   167     167           %
    Business development   167     153       14     9.2 %
    Loan collection expenses   72     104       (32 )   (30.8 )%
    Amortization of Core Deposit Intangible   44     51       (7 )   (13.7 )%
    Other   226     439       (213 )   (48.5 )%
    Total non-interest expense $ 11,466   $ 10,397     $ 1,069     10.3 %
                   
    PLUMAS BANCORP  
    SELECTED FINANCIAL INFORMATION  
     (Dollars in thousands)  
    (Unaudited)  
                     
    The following table shows the distribution of loans by type at March 31, 2025 and 2024.  
                     
          Percent of       Percent of  
          Loans in Each       Loans in Each  
      Balance at End Category to   Balance at End Category to  
      of Period   Total Loans   of Period   Total Loans  
      3/31/2025   3/31/2025   3/31/2024   3/31/2024  
    Commercial $ 77,745   7.7 %   $ 82,136   8.4 %  
    Agricultural   112,018   11.1 %     123,239   12.6 %  
    Real estate – residential   11,606   1.1 %     11,872   1.2 %  
    Real estate – commercial   660,926   65.4 %     562,870   57.7 %  
    Real estate – construction & land   46,730   4.6 %     64,547   6.6 %  
    Equity Lines of Credit   38,634   3.8 %     37,196   3.8 %  
    Auto   58,295   5.8 %     89,399   9.2 %  
    Other   4,769   0.5 %     4,953   0.5 %  
    Total Gross Loans $ 1,010,723   100 %   $ 976,212   100 %  
                     
       
    The following table shows the distribution of Commercial Real Estate loans at March 31, 2025 and 2024.  
                     
          Percent of       Percent of  
          Loans in Each       Loans in Each  
      Balance at End Category to   Balance at End Category to  
      of Period   Total Loans   of Period   Total Loans  
      3/31/25   3/31/25   3/31/24   3/31/24  
    Owner occupied $ 295,593   44.7 %   $ 194,954   34.6 %  
    Investor   365,333   55.3 %     367,916   65.4 %  
    Total real estate – commercial $ 660,926   100 %   $ 562,870   100 %  
                     
                     
    The following table shows the distribution of deposits by type at March 31, 2025 and 2024.  
                     
          Percent of       Percent of  
          Deposits in Each     Deposits in Each  
      Balance at End Category to   Balance at End Category to  
      of Period   Total Deposits   of Period   Total Deposits  
      3/31/2025   3/31/2025   3/31/2024   3/31/2024  
    Non-interest bearing $ 676,461   49.3 %   $ 665,975   51.2 %  
    Money Market   290,125   21.1 %     214,257   16.5 %  
    Savings   323,496   23.6 %     328,781   25.3 %  
    Time   82,979   6.0 %     90,675   7.0 %  
    Total Deposits $ 1,373,061   100 %   $ 1,299,688   100 %  
                     

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  • MIL-OSI: CURRENC Group Inc. Announces Full Year 2024 Financial Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SINGAPORE, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CURRENC Group Inc. (Nasdaq: CURR) (“CURRENC” or the “Company”), a fintech pioneer empowering financial institutions worldwide with artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, today announced its financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2024.

    Recent Business Highlights
    CURRENC launched its strategic business transformation featuring several AI-driven initiatives. These projects position the Company at the forefront of AI innovation, create significant cross-selling opportunities and reinforce the Company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge financial solutions globally.

    1. Launched SEAMLESS AI Call Centre Solutions (“Text AI,” “Voice AI,” and “Avatar AI”) to provide 24/7, multilingual virtual support;
    2. Unveiled “AI Staff for Hire,” a suite of customizable AI Agents for tasks such as compliance, KYC, and HR;
    3. Announced plans to develop a 500MW hyperscale AI data center in Malaysia;
    4. Partnered with ARC Group to establish a $100 million AI-Focused Infrastructure & Investment Fund;
    5. Secured a landmark contract with Coin Cove to deploy comprehensive AI-powered electronic banking services.

    Full Year 2024 Financial Highlights

    • Total Processing Value (TPV) through Tranglo was US$5.14 billion for full year 2024, increasing by 13.2% year-over-year. Total number of transactions increased to 11.4 million for full year 2024 from 11.0 million for full year 2023.
    • Total revenues excluding TNG Asia and GEA1 were US$42.0 million for full year 2024, representing a year-over-year decrease of 3.4%. The decrease was mainly due to the 23.8% decline in global airtime revenue. As TNG Asia and GEA were divested during the third quarter, going forward, the Company’s total revenues will be comprised mainly of revenues contributed by Tranglo’s remittance and global airtime businesses and WalletKu’s Indonesian airtime business.
        For the full-year period ended
    December 31,
     
        2024   2023  
        $   $  
        (dollars in thousands)  
    Remittance revenue excluding TNG Asia & GEA     18,174     17,116  
                   
    Global Airtime Revenue     9,336     12,188  
    Indonesian Airtime Revenue     14,505     14,211  
    Total Revenue excluding TNG Asia & GEA     42,015     43,515  
                   
    • Total remittance revenues excluding TNG Asia and GEA, i.e. remittance revenue contributed by Tranglo, were US$18.2 million for full year 2024, up 6.4% year-over-year. While Tranglo’s overall take rate declined to 0.37% in 2024 from 0.43% in 2023 due to intense market competition, its TPV increased by 13.2% to $5.14 billion, driving the increase in revenue. For full year 2024, ODL flows represented only 4.5% of Tranglo’s TPV.
    • CURRENC’s global airtime transfer revenues were US$9.3 million for full year 2024, representing a year-over-year decrease of 23.8%. The growing availability of free Wi-Fi in Southeast Asian countries, especially Malaysia and Indonesia, has led to declining demand for Malaysia-Indonesia airtime transfers, resulting in a decline in Tranglo’s global airtime business in 2024. As CURRENC expects this trend to continue in South East Asian markets, the Company’s management plans to deemphasize airtime transfer and reallocate its resources and capital to expand the remittance business.
    • Total direct costs of revenue excluding TNG Asia and GEA were US$28.9 million for full year 2024, representing a year-over-year decrease of 8%.
        For the full-year period ended
    December 31,
     
        2024   2023  
        $   $  
        (dollars in thousands)  
    Remittance direct costs excluding TNG Asia & GEA     6,878     7,168  
                   
    Global Airtime Direct Costs     8,089     10,744  
    Indonesian Airtime Direct Costs     13,910     13,463  
    Total Direct Costs excluding TNG Asia & GEA     28,877     31,375  
                   
    • The direct payout rate for Tranglo’s remittance business improved to 0.12% for 2024 from 0.15% for 2023. Therefore, although Tranglo’s TPV increased by 13.2%, its direct remittance costs declined by 4.2%.
    • Gross profit margin for the remittance business excluding TNG Asia and GEA was 62%, compared to 58% for 2023. CURRENC’s overall gross profit margin ratio for full year 2024 was 31%, compared to 28% for 2023.
    • Total operating expenses increased to $42.0 million for full year 2024 from $24.0 million for full year 2023. The substantial increase was mainly due to expenses of $20.9 million in recognition of the incentive shares granted to employees upon the completion of the INFINT SPAC merger, and $1 million in recognition of shares granted to Roth for their services as Capital Market Advisor.

      As CURRENC divested TNG Asia and GEA in August and July 2024, respectively, its operating costs going forward will reflect the operating costs of Tranglo, WalletKu and the Company’s headquarters only. Also, as CURRENC rolls out its new AI initiatives, operating costs in relation to these new businesses will be incurred from year 2025 onwards. The new AI businesses are also expected to bring in new revenues in the year 2025 onwards.

      • Tranglo’s operating costs for full year 2024 were $12.9 million, representing an increase of 4.9% from $12.3 million for full year 2023, in line with TPV growth.
      • WalletKu’s operating costs were $1.2 million for full year 2024, as compared to $1.5 million for full year 2023.
      • Legal and professional fees decreased to $1.7 million for the full year of 2024, from $4.7 million in 2023, due to the completion of the INFINT SPAC merger and the cessation of related legal expenses.
    • Other Loss totaled $2.2 million for full year 2024, mainly contributed by:
      • $20.5 million in recognized gain upon the divestiture of GEA;
      • A goodwill impairment loss of $5.4 million attributable to WalletKu;
      • A goodwill impairment loss of $9.5 million attributable to Tranglo;
      • Impairment of Intangible assets for TNG Asia and GEA of $5.6 million; and
      • An impairment loss of $3.2 million for the impairment of the intercompany balance.
    • EBITDA analysis
    For the full-year period ended
    December 31, 2024
      Tranglo     WalletKu     TNG Asia
    and GEA
        Headquarters
    and adjustments
        Group
    Total
     
        (dollars in thousands)  
    Net income (loss)     2,215       (1,137 )     (3,740 )     (36,165 )     (38,827 )
                                             
    Add:                                        
    Income tax expenses     535       413             (370 )     578  
    Interest expense, net             27       1,762       6,726       8,515  
    EBIT     2,750       (697 )     (1,978 )     (29,809 )     (29,734 )
    Depreciation and amortization                             3,280  
    EBITDA     2,750       (697 )     (1,978 )     (29,809 )     (26,454 )
                                             
    • The Company’s total EBITDA for full year 2024 including TNG Asia and GEA was a loss of $26.5 million.
    • Tranglo and WalletKu’s combined EBITDA for 2024 was a profit of $2.05 million.
    • TNG Asia and GEA’s combined losses had no impact on the Company’s results from the fourth quarter of 2024 onwards as they were divested before the completion of the de-SPAC merger.
    • Headquarters expenses and adjustments recorded an EBIT loss of $29.8 million, mainly contributed by:
      • $20.9 million in “Operating Expenses” in recognition of the incentive shares granted upon completion of the de-SPAC merger;
      • $1 million in “Operating Expenses” in recognition of the shares granted to Roth for their services as Capital Market Advisor;
      • A loss of $3.2 million recognized as “Other Income/Loss” incurred by headquarters;
      • Headquarters’ legal expenses of $1.4 million, mostly related to the de-SPAC merger;
      • Intangible Asset amortization of $1.5 million attributable to Tranglo; and
      • Rental and general administrative expenses of around $1.8 million.
    For the full-year period ended
    December 31, 2023
      Tranglo     WalletKu     TNG Asia
    and GEA
        Headquarters
    and adjustments
        Group
    Total
     
        (dollars in thousands)  
    Net income (loss)     2,659       (837 )     (4,835 )     (11,405 )     (14,418 )
                                             
    Add:                                        
    Income tax expenses     843       50             (370 )     523  
    Interest expense, net                 3,057       4,946       8,003  
    EBIT     3,502       (787 )     (1,778 )     (6,829 )     (5,892 )
    Depreciation and amortization                             3,817  
    EBITDA     3,502       (787 )     (1,778 )     (6,829 )     (2,075 )
                                             
    • Net loss was US$38.8 million for the full year of 2024, mainly contributed by the net loss of $36.2 million incurred by headquarters and adjustments, as well as a combined net loss of $3.7 million contributed by TNG Asia and GEA.

    ______________________________
    1 CURRENC divested TNG Asia and GEA in August 2024 and July 2024, respectively. As such, from the fourth quarter of 2024 onward, only Tranglo’s (digital remittance and global airtime transfer businesses) and WalletKu’s (Indonesian airtime business) results will be consolidated and reported in the Company’s financial statements.

    Management Comments
    “2024 was a year of evolution and transformation for CURRENC,” said Alex Kong, Founder and Executive Chairman of CURRENC. “In our first months as a publicly listed company, we took decisive steps to streamline our organization and focus on core strengths while also moving into the AI space. Through our cutting-edge AI initiatives such as SEAMLESS AI Call Centre Solutions and AI Staff for Hire, we now offer comprehensive AI solutions for financial institutions to revolutionize their operational platforms and efficiently transform their businesses. As these products broaden our market reach, we expect to seize rising cross-selling opportunities and realize substantial synergies with our remittance business, propelling the Company’s holistic growth. Moreover, our planned 500MW hyperscale AI Data Center in Malaysia and the $100 million CURR-ARC AI Fund will accelerate our AI business’s development while driving industry-wide progress. We are confident these strategic efforts will cement our leadership in AI-powered fintech and create lasting value for our shareholders, partners, and end-users worldwide.”

    Ronnie Hui, Chief Executive Officer of CURRENC, added, “Our mainstream digital remittance business remained resilient in 2024, demonstrated by consistent TPV growth. This growth resulted in a 6.4% increase in total remittance revenues despite the ongoing decline in overall take rate due to intense market competition. Going forward, we aim to maintain the overall take rate and drive further increases in TPV, boosting remittance revenue growth. Meanwhile, as we sign new clients for our AI services, we will build on these partnerships to expand our remittance business into new geographical markets and sectors, further accelerating its development. On a Group level, while we recorded an EBIDTA loss for full year 2024, this was largely due to non-cash headquarters expenses such as incentive share expenses and goodwill impairment losses, as well as de-SPAC merger expenses. Our fundamentals remain strong and we do not expect to incur such expenses in future years. Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, we are excited to unlock the Company’s growth potential as we advance our transformation from a leading regional remittance hub to a global AI pioneer.”

    Recent Developments
    1.   CURRENC Debuts SEAMLESS AI Call Centre Solutions (January 8, 2025)
    CURRENC introduced “Text AI,” “Voice AI,” and “Avatar AI” to enable 24/7, cost-effective virtual support for financial institutions, government agencies, and telecom providers. These tools handle everything from routine inquiries to advanced KYC processes, increasing efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction. The suite is available in over ten languages and easily integrates into mobile apps, delivering real-time conversation and multilingual support. SEAMLESS AI also offers an avenue to expand into debt collection, marketing, and other enterprise-driven use cases.

    2.   CURRENC to Develop 500MW Hyperscale AI Data Center in Malaysia (March 18, 2025)
    The Company plans to acquire 100 acres of land in Johor, Malaysia, to build one of Southeast Asia’s largest AI data centers, with Phase 1 (100MW) slated for completion by the end of 2026. The campus will offer co-location and wholesale leasing to hyperscalers, enterprise clients, and other data center users, supporting financial institutions as they adopt AI at scale. Construction will begin once long-term anchor tenants commit to a significant portion of planned capacity. Management expects this AIDC to bolster the Company’s AI offerings and reduce barriers to AI deployment worldwide.

    3.   CURRENC Group and ARC Group Jointly Launch $100 Million AI-Focused Infrastructure & Investment Fund (March 18, 2025)
    CURR-ARC AI Fund 1 aims to invest in AI data centers (AIDC), green energy, and computing power development globally. Eighty percent of the Fund’s capital will go toward AI computing power and infrastructure projects, including CURRENC’s planned 500MW AIDC in Malaysia. The remaining 20% will focus on emerging enterprises in AI ecosystems, fintech, and AI-driven solutions. This partnership supports CURRENC’s broader strategy to create a sustainable ecosystem that drives global AI and fintech innovation.

    4.   CURRENC’s SEAMLESS AI Lab Unveils “AI Staff for Hire” Platform (March 27, 2025)
    “AI Staff for Hire” is a new AI-powered solution featuring pre-built Agents tailored to key finance industry tasks, including customer support, KYC, compliance, and HR management. These Agents allow businesses to scale their operations without expanding headcount, providing 24/7 multilingual service and real-time analytics for improved engagement. This launch marks a major step in CURRENC’s strategy to revolutionize global financial services through AI, building on the success of SEAMLESS AI Call Centre Solutions. CURRENC also expects to onboard new clients in emerging markets, creating synergy by cross-selling digital remittance and airtime transfer services.

    5.   CURRENC Empowers Coin Cove with AI-Powered Electronic Banking Services Platform (March 27, 2025)
    CURRENC has secured a groundbreaking contract to provide Coin Cove with a comprehensive, AI-driven solution set, encompassing a multi-asset trading platform, SEAMLESS AI Call Centre technology, training, compliance, and MasterCard issuance. Coin Cove’s platform will leverage “AI Staff for Hire,” allowing for 24/7 personalized customer support and automated staff training. By integrating advanced risk management and real-time market insights, this initiative enhances user experience and strengthens compliance. This partnership marks CURRENC’s continued expansion into global electronic banking, with plans to cross-sell its remittance services and further shape the future of AI-driven financial solutions.

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures
    To supplement the Company’s consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP, it uses EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure as described below, to understand and evaluate its core operating performance. This non-GAAP financial measure, which may differ from similarly titled measures used by other companies, is presented to enhance investors’ overall understanding of the Company’s financial performance and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP.

    EBITDA is defined as net loss before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. CURRENC believes that EBITDA provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating its operating results. This non-GAAP financial measure eliminates the impact of items that CURRENC does not consider indicative of the performance of its business. While CURRENC believes that this non-GAAP financial measure is useful in evaluating its business, this information should be considered supplemental in nature and is not meant as a substitute for the related financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP.

    About CURRENC Group Inc.
    CURRENC Group Inc. (Nasdaq: CURR) is a fintech pioneer dedicated to transforming global financial services through artificial intelligence (AI). The Company empowers financial institutions worldwide with comprehensive AI solutions, including SEAMLESS AI Call Centre and other AI-powered Agents designed to reduce costs, increase efficiency and boost customer satisfaction for banks, insurance, telecommunications companies, government agencies and other financial institutions. The Company’s digital remittance platform also enables e-wallets, remittance companies, and corporations to provide real-time, 24/7 global payment services, advancing financial access across underserved communities.

    For additional information, please refer to the CURRENC website https://www.currencgroup.com and the annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Safe Harbor Statement
    This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “target,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties, or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

    Investor & Media Contact
    CURRENC Group Investor Relations
    Email: investors@currencgroup.com

    SOURCE: CURRENC Group Inc.

    CURRENC GROUP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
     
    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
     
        Full year ended December 31,  
        2024     2023  
        US$
        US$  
    Revenue     46,435,412       53,255,361  
                     
    Cost of revenue     (31,843,467 )     (35,899,057 )
    Gross profit     14,591,945       17,356,304  
    Selling expenses     (13,408 )     (25,880 )
                     
    General and administrative expenses     (41,954,296 )     (23,976,209 )
                     
    Loss from operations     (27,375,759 )     (6,645,785 )
    Finance costs, net     (8,515,214 )     (8,002,552 )
    Other income     (2,193,865 )     839,606  
    Other expenses     (163,621 )     (85,574 )
                     
    Loss before income tax     (38,248,459 )     (13,894,305 )
    Income tax expense     (578,303 )     (523,481 )
                     
    Net loss     (38,826,762 )     (14,417,786 )
    Net income attributable to non-controlling interests     (648,559 )     (888,764 )
                     
    Net loss attributable to CURRENC Group Inc.     (39,475,321 )     (15,306,550 )
                     
    Net loss per share, basic and diluted (1)   $ (1.03 )   $ (0.45 )
                     
    Shares used in net loss per share computation, basic and diluted (1)     38,163,168       33,980,753  
                     
    Other comprehensive loss:                
    Foreign currency translation adjustments     (209,531 )     10,608  
                     
    Total comprehensive loss     (39,036,293 )     (14,407,178 )
    Total comprehensive loss (income) attributable to non-controlling interests     (649,980 )     (871,614 )
    Total comprehensive loss attributable to CURRENC Group Inc.     (39,686,273 )     (15,278,792 )
      (1)   Retrospectively restated to reflect Reverse Recapitalization
    CURRENC GROUP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES  
       
    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS  
       
        December 31, 2024     December 31, 2023  
        US$     US$  
    ASSETS                
    Current assets:                
    Cash and cash equivalents     63,821,397       48,516,765  
    Short-term investments           300,000  
    Restricted cash     40,742       5,428,790  
    Accounts receivable, net     2,115,681       2,450,871  
    Prepayments to remittance agents           137,854  
    Escrow money receivable           5,014,829  
    Amounts due from related parties     560,823       7,287,376  
    Prepayments, receivables and other assets     24,738,392       34,225,239  
    Total current assets     91,277,035       103,361,724  
    Non-current assets:                
    Investment in an equity security           100,000  
    Equipment and software, net     1,055,520       1,016,490  
    Right-of-use asset     349,240       154,234  
    Intangible assets     3,386,117       9,191,713  
    Goodwill     12,059,428       27,001,383  
    Deferred tax assets     342,822       664,888  
    Total non-current assets:     17,193,127       38,128,708  
    Total assets     108,470,162       141,490,432  
    LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ DEFICIT                
    Current liabilities:                
    Borrowings     20,150,058       17,804,093  
    Receivable factoring     258,415       423,483  
    Escrow money payable           360,207  
    Client money payable           4,645,290  
    Accounts payable, accruals and other payables     59,119,916       53,988,231  
    Amounts due to related parties     67,697,074       86,488,519  
    Convertible bonds and notes     1,750,000       10,000,000  
    Lease liabilities     171,909       152,325  
    Total current liabilities     149,147,372       173,862,148  
    Non-current liabilities:                
    Borrowings           2,506,974  
    Deferred tax liabilities     876,912       1,246,760  
    Employee benefit obligation     45,289       59,849  
    Lease liabilities     156,647        
    Total non-current liabilities:     1,078,848       3,813,583  
    Total liabilities     150,226,220       177,675,731  
                     
    Commitments and contingencies                
                     
    Mezzanine equity           2,957,948  
    Shareholders’ deficit:                
    Ordinary shares (US$0.0001 par value; 550,000,000 shares authorized; 46,527,999 and 33,980,753 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively) (1)     4,653       3,398  
    Additional paid-in capital (1)     65,638,838       29,227,005  
    Accumulated deficit     (131,522,902 )     (92,075,379 )
    Accumulated other Comprehensive (Loss)/Income     (108,122 )     88,366  
    Total shareholders’ deficit attributable to CURRENC Group Inc.     (65,987,533 )     (62,756,610 )
    Non-controlling interests     24,231,475       23,613,363  
    Total deficit     (41,756,058 )     (39,143,247 )
    Total liabilities, mezzanine equity and shareholders’ deficit     108,470,162       141,490,432  
      (1)   Retrospectively restated to reflect Reverse Recapitalization
    CURRENC GROUP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
     
    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
     
        Years ended December 31,  
        2024     2023  
        US$     US$  
    Cash flows from operating activities:                
    Net loss     (38,826,762 )     (14,417,786 )
    Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:                
    Non-cash expense for share-based compensation     20,869,721        
    Non-cash expense for share issued for service providers     1,000,000        
    Non-cash offering costs for convertible note     2,512,000        
    Non-cash finance cost for debt conversion     340,159        
    Amortization of discount on convertible bonds           807,860  
    Depreciation of equipment     525,295       607,138  
    Depreciation of right-of-use assets     185,107       183,198  
    Amortization of intangible assets     2,186,175       3,200,843  
    Reversal of provision for doubtful debts     143,748        
    Impairment loss on receivables     3,158,042        
    Gain on disposal of subsidiaries     (21,738,102 )      
    Goodwill impairment     14,941,955        
    Deferred income taxes     127,660       494,737  
    Gain on disposal of fixed assets           (36,519 )
    Unrealized foreign exchange loss/(gain)     (659,467 )     (65,981 )
    Changes in operating assets and liabilities:                
    Accounts receivable     140,559       605,202  
    Prepayments to remittance agents     98,603       (45,631 )
    Amounts due to immediate holding company     (393,227 )     (391,432 )
    Amounts due from related parties     4,183,438       (5,348,525 )
    Prepayments, receivables and other assets     7,980,401       2,502,972  
    Escrow money payable     10,386       80,006  
    Client money payable     (416,711 )     (1,593,194 )
    Accounts payable, accruals and other payables     14,220,717       (4,827,110 )
    Amounts due to related parties     (6,925,748 )     3,149,825  
    Lease liabilities     (213,709 )     (192,097 )
    Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities     3,450,240       (15,286,494 )
                     
    Cash flows from investing activities:                
    Purchases of property, plant and equipment     (576,674 )     (291,856 )
    Proceed received from disposal of property, plant and equipment           36,679  
    Decrease in short-term investments           1,700,000  
    Cash acquired from business combination     43,508        
    Acquisition of a subsidiary     (31,868 )      
    Net cash (used in)/provided by investing activities     (565,034 )     1,444,823  
                     
    Cash flows from financing activities:                
    Proceeds from borrowings     640,935       1,251,752  
    Repayment of borrowings     (221,258 )     (2,212,067 )
    Proceeds from receivable factoring     2,030,659       2,210,415  
    Repayment of receivable factoring     (2,183,787 )     (2,447,748 )
    Proceeds from convertible bonds     1,750,000        
    Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities     2,016,549       (1,197,648 )
                     
    Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents     4,901,755       (15,039,319 )
    Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and escrow money receivable at beginning of year     58,960,384       73,999,703  
    Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and escrow money receivable at end of year     63,862,139       58,960,384  
                     
    Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:                
    Income taxes received/(paid)     (445,530 )     761,333  
    Interest paid     (1,073,407 )     (1,819,174 )
    CURRENC GROUP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
     
    EBITDA Analysis for the Full Year of 2024 and 2023
     
    For the full year period ended December 31, 2024   Tranglo2     WalletKu3     TNG Asia
    and GEA1
        Headquarters
    and adjustments
        Group
    Total
     
        (dollars in thousands)  
    Net income (loss)     2,215       (1,137 )     (3,740 )     (36,165 )     (38,827 )
                                             
    Add:                                        
    Income tax expenses     535       413             (370 )     578  
    Interest expense, net             27       1,762       6,726       8,515  
    EBIT     2,750       (697 )     (1,978 )     (29,809 )     (29,734 )
    Depreciation and amortization                             3,280  
    EBITDA     2,750       (697 )     (1,978 )     (29,809 )     (26,454 )
    For the full year period ended December 31, 2023   Tranglo2     WalletKu3     TNG Asia
    and GEA
        Headquarters
    and adjustments
        Group
    Total
     
        (dollars in thousands)  
    Net income (loss)     2,659       (837 )     (4,835 )     (11,405 )     (14,418 )
                                             
    Add:                                        
    Income tax expenses     843       50             (370 )     523  
    Interest expense, net                 3,057       4,946       8,003  
    EBIT     3,502       (787 )     (1,778 )     (6,829 )     (5,892 )
    Depreciation and amortization                             3,817  
    EBITDA     3,502       (787 )     (1,778 )     (6,829 )     (2,075 )

    1 TNG Asia and GEA were divested in August 2024 and July 2024, respectively.
    2 Tranglo maintained a positive EBITDA for the full year of 2024 and 2023.
    3 Tranglo and WalletKu maintained a combined positive EBITDA for the full year of 2024 and 2023.

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  • MIL-OSI: ACT Group Enhances Support for Latin America with New Miami Office

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    MIAMI, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ACT Group, the leading developer and provider of comprehensive and innovative environmental solutions for businesses globally, is enhancing its longstanding presence in Latin America with the opening of its Miami, Florida office. This strategic move will enable ACT to provide even greater support and localized expertise for businesses headquartered in the region, as well as global companies with operations there.

    With existing offices in Amsterdam, London, New York, Paris, Shanghai, Singapore, and Tokyo, ACT’s operations in Latin America reflect its commitment to addressing evolving client needs locally and globally. As the pressure to decarbonize and navigate complex regulatory frameworks intensifies, ACT’s Miami office will serve as a regional hub, empowering organizations to bridge the gap between ambition and action with tailored, market-based solutions. These solutions include tools to measure carbon footprints, set climate targets, and reduce, mitigate, and disclose emissions efficiently.

    “ACT has always been about more than just helping businesses achieve environmental goals—it’s about empowering them to decarbonize with clarity and confidence. Across Latin America, we’re seeing a growing commitment to net zero, and our role is to make that journey as accessible and impactful as possible,” said Ronald Rozgonyi, CEO of ACT Americas.

    David Maarek to Lead Latin America Office

    Pioneering this initiative is David Maarek, a 15-year veteran of ACT who played a pivotal role in the company’s early growth in Amsterdam and spearheaded the successful energy efficiency business in Paris, France. As Head of Latin America, David will oversee efforts to deepen ACT’s impact in the region, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of leadership.

    “Latin American businesses are eager to contribute to a low-carbon economy but often face challenges in knowing where to begin,” said Maarek. “Our goal is to meet them where they are and provide the holistic tools and on-the-ground assistance needed to chart a path forward.”

    His leadership reflects ACT’s strong corporate culture, which prioritizes client-centric dedication, a high standard of excellence, and open collaboration within teams and with partners.

    Actionable Insights in Mexico’s Carbon and Energy Markets

    To complement this expansion, ACT has launched a comprehensive whitepaper titled Navigating Mexico’s Carbon and Energy Markets: Practical Insights for Compliance and Voluntary Success. Created by ACT’s dedicated R&D team—who continuously track global regulatory and market developments—this resource offers businesses a roadmap to accelerate low-carbon goals while efficiently meeting regulatory obligations.

    Inside, you’ll find:

    • A detailed overview of Mexico’s regulatory landscape, including Clean Energy Certificates (CELs) and carbon tax frameworks.
    • Practical insights into utilizing CELs and International Renewable Energy Certificates (IRECs) for voluntary sustainability goals.
    • Updates on the operational phase of Mexico’s Emissions Trading System (ETS) and its implications for businesses.

    About ACT

    ACT develops and provides comprehensive and innovative environmental solutions that empower businesses globally to act on and achieve their environmental goals efficiently and transparently. No matter how ambitious. Founded in 2009, thousands of customers worldwide rely on ACT’s extensive global environmental regulation, market, standard, and product expertise to deliver real results.

    Providing solution discovery, optimized procurement strategies, environmental project development, and cutting-edge digital decarbonization services as well as physical environmental products, ACT simplifies and streamlines its customers’ journeys to net zero and empowers them through market expertise and digital simplicity.

    A PDF accompanying this announcement is available at 

    http://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/beaeb218-63c1-4ab3-a5b5-51a6c0d2975d

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  • MIL-OSI USA News: Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Announces Actions to Lower Prescription Drug Prices

    Source: The White House

    LOWERING PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRICES: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to expand on the historic efforts of his first term to lower prescription drug prices.

    • The Order directs the Department of Health and Human Services to take steps to significantly reduce drug prices for American patients.
    • It delivers lower drug prices for Medicare and the seniors who rely on it by:
      • Improving the Medicare Drug Pricing Negotiation Program in order to eclipse the 22% in savings achieved in the program’s first year.
      • Aligning Medicare payment for certain prescription drugs with the cost by which hospitals actually acquire them, which can be 35% lower than what the government currently pays.
      • Standardizing Medicare payments for prescription drugs, such as cancer treatments, regardless of where the patient receives care, which can lower prices by as much as 60%.
    • It provides massive discounts to low-income patients for life-saving medications.
      • Insulin prices for low-income patients and the uninsured will be lowered to as low as $0.03, plus a small administrative fee.
      • Injectable epinephrine for low-income patients and the uninsured will be as low as $15, plus a small administrative fee.
    • The Order helps states reduce drug prices by:
      • Facilitating importation programs that could save states millions in prescription drug costs.
      • Building off programs to help states get much better deals on expensive sickle-cell medications in Medicaid than the statutorily required 23.1% discount.

    BRINGING RADICAL TRANSPARENCY AND COMPETITION TO PRESCRIPTION DRUG MARKETS: President Trump is dedicated to creating a transparent, competitive, and fair prescription drug market for American consumers.

    • President Trump has already taken numerous actions to end the practice of large corporations profiting by keeping health care prices and business practices hidden from Americans.
    • The Order increases the availability of generics and biosimilars, which can be as much as 80% cheaper than brand alternatives.
    • The Order builds off that critical work and reevaluates the role of middlemen by:
      • Improving disclosure of fees that pharmaceutical benefit managers (PBMs) pay to brokers for steering employers to utilize their services.
      • Directing the administration to develop reforms to promote a more competitive, transparent, efficient, and resilient prescription drug value chain.
    • By addressing the influence of middlemen and promoting open competition, President Trump’s actions aim to create a fairer prescription drug market that lowers costs and ensures accountability across the health care system.

    PUTTING AMERICAN PATIENTS FIRST ONCE AGAIN: President Trump is delivering on his promise to once again put American patients first by building off of the historic efforts of his first term to lower prescription drug prices.

    • In his first term, President Trump took numerous actions that delivered real results for patients:
      • The Food and Drug Administration sped up development of lower-cost generic medicines and biosimilars as well as created a pathway for states to import lower cost drugs from Canada.
      • Government-mandated discounts were passed through to patients instead of being retained by middlemen.
      • Price transparency rules were developed to allow patients, doctors, and employers to see the actual cost of prescription drugs.
      • Insulin copays were capped for Medicare beneficiaries.
    • Unsurprisingly, the Biden-Harris Administration let many of these priorities languish while failing to even achieve the savings projected from the new Medicare Prescription Drug Negotiation Program.
    • President Trump will not stand for inaction, and his Administration is working rapidly to lower the cost of prescription drugs for Americans.

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  • MIL-OSI: Banzai Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Revenue of $16.7 Million on a Consolidated, Pro-forma Basis for the Twelve Months Ending December 31, 2024, Representing 267% Annual Growth; Exceeded Guidance of $10 Million by 67%

    Q4 2024 Adjusted Net Loss Improved by $7.8 Million from ($9.2) Million in Q4 2023 to ($1.4) Million, Bringing the Company Closer to Profitability

    Management to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results Conference Call Today, Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time

    SEATTLE, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Banzai International, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNZI) (“Banzai” or the “Company”), a leading marketing technology company that provides essential marketing and sales solutions, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024.

    Fourth Quarter 2024 and Subsequent Key Financial & Operational Highlights

    • Completed two acquisitions: ClearDoc, Inc. (“OpenReel”) on December 19, 2024, and Vidello, Ltd. (“Vidello”) on January 31, 2025.
    • Signed a definitive agreement to acquire Act-On Software Inc. (“Act-On”), an enterprise marketing automation platform (MAP) provider, which is projected to increase revenue by $27 million for the twelve-month period ending December 31, 2025, on a pro-forma basis, when completed; acquisition subject to closing conditions.
    • Completed ahead-of-schedule repayment of $20.3 million of outstanding liabilities as of March 31, 2025, pursuant to the $24.8 million debt payoff and restructuring agreements announced on September 24, 2024.

    Pro-Forma, As Consolidated Highlights of Banzai International, Inc; ClearDoc, Inc. (d/b/a OpenReel); and Vidello, Ltd.

    • Revenue of $16.7 million on a consolidated, pro-forma basis, for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing 267% annual growth compared to Banzai’s stand-alone revenue in FY 2023.
    • Expanded customer base to over 90,000 total customers.

    Highlights of Banzai International, Inc.

    • Revenue of $4.5 million for FY 2024, a decrease of $0.03 million over FY 2023 of $4.6 million on a GAAP basis.
    • Revenue of $1.3 million for Q4 2024 compared to $1.1 million for Q3 2024, a 20% sequential increase.
    • Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) of $6.8 million for Q4 2024. This represents a 54% annualized ARR growth rate compared to Q3 2024.
    • Q4 2024 Adjusted Net Loss was ($1.44) million, a $(0.03) million sequential improvement from Q3 2024 Adjusted Net Loss of ($1.47) million. This represents an annualized improvement of $0.12 million.
    • FY 2024 Adjusted EBITDA improved by $5.4 million to ($6.5) million in FY 2024 from ($11.9) million in FY 2023.
    • Launched a comprehensive initiative designed to improve net income by up to $13.5 million annually while maintaining growth outlook.
    • Demio’s AI-powered webinar platform recognized with multiple accolades from the Gartner Digital Markets brands – Capterra, Software Advice, and GetApp.

    Highlights of ClearDoc Inc. (d/b/a OpenReel)

    • OpenReel demonstrated profitable financial results in FY 2024.
    • FY 2024 Revenue of $6.3 million
    • FY 2024 Net Income of $0.1 million

    Highlights of Vidello, Ltd.

    • Vidello demonstrated profitable financial performance in CY 2024.
    • CY 2024 Revenue of $6.1 million
    • CY 2024 Net Income of $1.5 million
    • Launched CreateStudio 4.0, the latest version of its award-winning video creation product.
    • Vidello, Ltd. FY 2024 ends March 31, 2024. CY 2024 results included audited financials for the period January 1, 2024, through March 31, 2024, and include reviewed, unaudited financials for the period April 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024.

    “The fourth quarter was underscored by significant consolidated, pro-forma revenue growth enabled by the recently closed acquisitions of Vidello and OpenReel, and continued strong performance for our products,” said Joe Davy, Founder and CEO of Banzai. “Pro-forma revenue was $16.7 million for the full year 2024 including the recently closed acquisitions, representing a 267% increase from the prior year’s standalone results. Vidello’s next-generation video creation, editing, and marketing suite, and OpenReel’s digital video creation platform combined to add approximately $12.4 million in revenues that enabled us to exceed our previously announced 2024 guidance. In addition, we are making continued progress toward closing the acquisition of Act-On Software, which is projected to increase revenue by $27 million for the full year 2025 on a pro-forma basis when completed, which remains subject to the satisfaction or waiver of closing conditions and therefore there is no guarantee it will be completed or provide such revenue.

    “For the fourth quarter, we achieved a 54% annualized Annual Recurring Revenue growth rate. Growth was driven by our focus on mid-market and enterprise customers, and on the Reach product through re-engineering and expanded sales efforts. In total, we now serve over 90,000 customers.

    “To better serve our customers, we have continued to invest in our products and growth initiatives. We recently launched CreateStudio 4.0, with major A.I. enhancements for video creation including new A.I. builders, hook generators and assistant, and improved audio visualizer, call-to-action, and UI improvements. We added significant enhancements to our Demio platform through deeper integration with Salesforce, and key enhancements designed to maximize efficiency and scalability. Demio’s success was further validated with accolades including the Capterra Shortlist, the Software Advice Frontrunners, the GetApp Category Leaders, and Forbes.

    “In 2024 we developed a completely re-engineered Reach offering, that we feel positions us for future growth in that category, as well as Curate, an AI-powered newsletter product which has already gained meaningful early customer traction.

    “We made significant improvements to our balance sheet and cost structure, which we believe will position us for sustainable profitability in the future. With the investment in our Vidello acquisition, we further improved our financial position and flexibility with a $34.3 million year over year improvement in stockholders’ equity, expected to be positive $3.4 million as of March 31, 2025. We also implemented a strategic initiative that we expect will enable us to significantly improve net income, substantially extend our cash runway, and invest in growth. We are making significant progress toward these goals and overall improvement in net income is expected to be approximately $13.5 million annually when fully implemented, while maintaining our growth outlook.

    “Looking ahead, combined with our new acquisitions we are fueling marketing results with an integrated platform of AI-powered MarTech solutions that will continue to drive growth. We are launching exciting new products and capabilities that will provide innovative solutions for our clients and further our market reach. We continually strive to manage costs efficiently while investing in our software platform, sales and marketing, and product development. We look forward to additional updates on our anticipated milestones in the weeks and months to come,” concluded Davy.

    Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results

    Banzai believes its non-GAAP financial measure ARR is more meaningful in evaluating its performance. The Company’s management team evaluates its financial and operating results utilizing this non-GAAP measure. For the three months ended December 31, 2024, ARR increased to $6.8 million, representing a 54% annualized ARR growth rate.

    Total GAAP revenue for the three months ended December 31, 2024, was $1.3 million, a sequential increase of 20.3% from the three months ended September 30, 2024, and an increase of 20.1% compared to the prior year quarter.

    Total cost of revenue for the three months ended December 31, 2024 was $0.4 million, compared to $0.3 million in the prior year quarter, an increase of 19.9%. The increase was proportional to the revenue for the corresponding period.

    Gross profit for the three months ended December 31, 2024, was $0.9 million, compared to $0.8 million in the prior year quarter. Gross margin was 71.2% in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to 71.3% in the fourth quarter of 2023.

    Total operating expenses for the three months ended December 31, 2024, were $4.8 million, compared to $4.0 million in the prior year quarter.

    Net loss for the three months ended December 31, 2024, was $7.9 million, compared to $6.4 million in the prior year quarter. The greater net loss is primarily due to higher Pubco expense & overall operating expenses.

    Adjusted Net Loss for the three months ended December 31, 2024, was ($1.4) million, compared to ($9.2) million in the prior year quarter. This was driven by improvements to the Company’s efficiency and by write-off agreements entered into for certain liabilities, substantially reducing the Company’s current and future cash liabilities.

    Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended December 31, 2024, was ($4.1) million, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of ($23.7) million for the prior year quarter, representing an improvement of $19.6 million.

    Full Year 2024 Financial Results

    Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, and 2023, was $4.5 million and $4.6 million, respectively, a decrease of 0.7%. This decrease is primarily attributable to lower Reach revenue which declined by approximately $19 thousand due to a shift in Banzai’s focus to its Demio product and decision to phase out the legacy Reach offering, which decision was reversed in the later part of Q1 2024, with the launch of Reach 2.0. In 2024 Banzai revitalized its focus on the Reach offering through re-engineering and expanded sales efforts. Demio revenue was lower by approximately $223 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023 due to churn and lower new sales period-over-period, and due to the company’s strategic shift to focus on mid-market customers, which the Company expects will ultimately result in higher Average Customer Value and Net Retention Rate for the Demio product.

    Cost of revenue for the years ended December 31, 2024, and 2023 was $1.42 million and $1.44 million, respectively. This represents an improvement of approximately $22 thousand, or approximately 1.5%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. This improvement is due primarily to a higher average customer value that led to an approximately 5% lower average cost per customer, driven by lower contracted services and infrastructure costs of approximately $84 thousand and $90 thousand, respectively.

    Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, and 2023 was $3.11 million and $3.12 million, respectively. This represents a decrease of approximately $11 thousand, or approximately 0.4%, which was due to the decreases in revenue of approximately $33 thousand and decreases in the cost of revenue of approximately $22 thousand described above. Gross margin for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 was 68.6% and 68.3%, respectively.

    Total operating expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, were $16.6 million and $12.9 million, respectively, an increase of 28.4%. This increase was due primarily to an overall increase in salaries and related expenses of approximately $0.5 million, marketing expenses of approximately $0.6 million, costs associated with audit, technical accounting, and legal and other professional services of approximately $2.6 million. On September 16, 2024, the Company implemented a reduction in force (the “Reduction”) intended to decrease expenses and maintain a streamlined organization to support key programs and customers, that is expected to conserve cash. As part of the Reduction, the Company reduced its headcount by 24 employees, which represented approximately 34% of the Company’s full-time employees as of September 16, 2024. The cost-saving measures from the Reduction are expected to reduce annual operating expenses by approximately an additional $1.3 million beginning in the fourth quarter of 2024. The Company estimates that it will incur total restructuring charges of approximately $0.1 million, including severance payments in connection with the Reduction. The Company completed the reduction in October, 2024.

    Net loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, was $31.5 million and $14.4 million, respectively. The greater net loss is primarily due to an increase in total other expenses of approximately $13.4 million during the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, in addition to an increase in operating expenses of approximately $3.7 million.

    Adjusted Net Loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, was ($6.5) million and ($11.9) million, respectively, representing an improvement of $5.4 million.

    Net cash used in operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $9.6 million, compared to $1.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.

    Cash totaled $1.1 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to $2.1 million as of December 31, 2023.

    Annual Recurring Revenue (“ARR”) refers to annual run-rate revenue of subscription agreements from all customers in the last month of the measured period. These statements are forward-looking and actual ARR may differ materially. Refer to the “Forward-Looking Statements” section below for information on the factors that could cause Banzai’s actual ARR to differ materially from these forward-looking statements.

    Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results Conference Call

    Banzai Founder & CEO Joe Davy and Interim CFO Alvin Yip will host the conference call, followed by a question-and-answer session. The conference call will be accompanied by a presentation, which can be viewed during the webcast or accessed via the investor relations section of the Company’s website here.

    To access the call, please use the following information:

    A replay of the webcast and the presentation utilized during the call will be available in the Company’s investor relations section here.

    Note About Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    Adjusted EBITDA

    In addition to our results determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP, we believe that Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure as defined below, is useful in evaluating our operational performance distinct and apart from certain irregular, non-cash, and non-operational expenses. We use this information for ongoing evaluation of operations and for internal planning purposes. We believe that non- GAAP financial information, when taken collectively with results under GAAP, may be helpful to investors in assessing our operating performance and comparing our performance with competitors and other comparable companies.

    Non-GAAP measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP. We endeavor to compensate for the limitation of Adjusted EBITDA, by also providing the most directly comparable GAAP measure, which is net loss, and a description of the reconciling items and adjustments to derive the non-GAAP measure.

    Adjusted EBITDA should only be considered alongside results prepared in accordance with GAAP, including various cash-flow metrics, net income (loss) and our other GAAP results and financial performance measures.

    Net Income/(Loss) to Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation

        Year Ended
    December 31,
        Year Ended
    December 31,
        Year-over-     Year-over-  
    ($ in Thousands)   2024     2023     Year $     Year %  
    Net loss   $ (31,513 )   $ (14,406 )   $ (17,107 )     118.7 %
    Other expense (income), net     88       (63 )     151       -239.7 %
    Depreciation expense     24       7       17       242.9 %
    Stock based compensation     1,166       1,246       (80 )     -6.4 %
    Interest expense           1,068       (1,068 )     -100.0 %
    Interest expense – related party     3,047       4,486       (1,439 )     -32.1 %
    Income tax expense                     nm  
    GEM settlement fee expense     200             200     nm  
    Gain on extinguishment of liabilities     (681 )           (681 )   nm  
    Loss on debt issuance     653             653     nm  
    Loss on issuance of term notes     1,072             1,072     nm  
    Loss on conversion and settlement of Alco promissory notes – related party     4,809             4,809     nm  
    Loss on conversion and settlement of CP BF notes – related party     6,529             6,529     nm  
    Change in fair value of warrant liability     (626 )     (1,807 )     1,181       -65.4 %
    Change in fair value of warrant liability – related party     (573 )     115       (688 )     -598.3 %
    Change in fair value of simple agreement for future equity           (208 )     208       -100.0 %
    Change in fair value of simple agreement for future equity – related party           (2,752 )     2,752       -100.0 %
    Change in fair value of bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities           (1,405 )     1,405       -100.0 %
    Change in fair value of bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities – related party     (51 )     (3,063 )     3,012       -98.3 %
    Change in fair value of convertible notes     693       (34 )     727       -2138.2 %
    Change in fair value of term notes     89             89     nm  
    Change in fair value of convertible bridge notes     (10 )           (10 )   nm  
    Yorkville prepayment premium expense     81             81     nm  
    Goodwill impairment     2,725             2,725     nm  
    Transaction related expenses     5,772       4,746       1,026       21.6 %
    Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)   $ (6,506 )   $ (11,944 )   $ 5,438       -45.5 %


    About Banzai

    Banzai is a marketing technology company that provides AI-enabled marketing and sales solutions for businesses of all sizes. On a mission to help their customers grow, Banzai enables companies of all sizes to target, engage, and measure both new and existing customers more effectively. Customers who use Banzai’s product suite include Autodesk, Dell Technologies, New York Life, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Thinkific, and ActiveCampaign, among thousands of others. Learn more at www.banzai.io. For investors, please visit https://ir.banzai.io.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements often use words such as “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “target,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “should,” “would,” “propose,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “predict,” “potential,” “seek,” “future,” “outlook,” and similar variations and expressions. Forward-looking statements are those that do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. Examples of forward-looking statements may include, among others, statements regarding Banzai International, Inc.’s (the “Company’s”): future financial, business and operating performance and goals; annualized recurring revenue and customer retention; ongoing, future or ability to maintain or improve its financial position, cash flows, and liquidity and its expected financial needs; potential financing and ability to obtain financing; acquisition strategy and proposed acquisitions and, if completed, their potential success and financial contributions; strategy and strategic goals, including being able to capitalize on opportunities; expectations relating to the Company’s industry, outlook and market trends; total addressable market and serviceable addressable market and related projections; plans, strategies and expectations for retaining existing or acquiring new customers, increasing revenue and executing growth initiatives; and product areas of focus and additional products that may be sold in the future. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and our actual results of operations, financial condition and liquidity and development of the industry in which the Company operates may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking statements. Therefore, investors should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially include changes in the markets in which the Company operates, customer demand, the financial markets, economic, business and regulatory and other factors, such as the Company’s ability to execute on its strategy. More detailed information about risk factors can be found in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and the Company’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q under the heading “Risk Factors,” and in other reports filed by the Company, including reports on Form 8-K. The Company does not undertake any duty to update forward-looking statements after the date of this press release.

    Investor Relations
    Chris Tyson
    Executive Vice President
    MZ Group – MZ North America
    949-491-8235
    BNZI@mzgroup.us
    www.mzgroup.us

    Media
    Rachel Meyrowitz
    Director, Demand Generation, Banzai
    media@banzai.io

     
    BANZAI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Consolidated Balance Sheets
     
        December 31, 2024     December 31, 2023  
    ASSETS            
    Current assets:            
    Cash   $ 1,087,497     $ 2,093,718  
    Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses of $24,210 and $5,748, respectively     936,321       105,049  
    Prepaid expenses and other current assets     643,674       741,155  
    Total current assets     2,667,492       2,939,922  
                 
    Property and equipment, net     3,539       4,644  
    Intangible assets, net     3,883,853        
    Goodwill     18,972,475       2,171,526  
    Operating lease right-of-use assets     72,565       134,013  
    Bifurcated embedded derivative asset – related party     63,000        
    Other assets     11,154       38,381  
    Total assets     25,674,078       5,288,486  
                 
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT            
    Current liabilities:            
    Accounts payable     7,782,746       6,439,863  
    Accrued expenses and other current liabilities     3,891,018       5,194,240  
    Convertible notes (Yorkville)           1,766,000  
    Convertible notes – related party     8,639,701       5,233,932  
    Convertible notes     215,057        
    Notes payable – related party, net of discount           9,164,924  
    Notes payable, carried at fair value     3,575,000        
    Deferred underwriting fees           4,000,000  
    Deferred fee           500,000  
    Warrant liability     15,000       641,000  
    Warrant liability – related party     2,300       575,000  
    Earnout liability     14,850       59,399  
    Due to related party     167,118       67,118  
    GEM commitment fee liability           2,000,000  
    Deferred revenue     3,934,627       1,214,096  
    Operating lease liabilities, current     22,731       234,043  
    Total current liabilities     28,260,148       37,089,615  
                 
    Deferred revenue – long-term     117,643        
    Deferred tax liability     10,115        
    Operating lease liabilities, non-current     49,974        
    Other long-term liabilities           75,000  
    Total liabilities     28,437,880       37,164,615  
                 
    Commitments and contingencies (Note 17)            
                 
    Stockholders’ equity (deficit):            
    Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 275,000,000 (250,000,000 Class A and 25,000,000 Class B) shares authorized and 8,195,163 (5,884,029 Class A and 2,311,134 Class B) and 2,585,297 (274,163 Class A and 2,311,134 Class B) issued and outstanding at December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively     800       259  
    Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 75,000,000 shares authorized, 1 and 0 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023            
    Additional paid-in capital     75,515,111       14,889,936  
    Accumulated deficit     (78,279,713 )     (46,766,324 )
    Stockholders’ equity (deficit)     (2,763,802 )     (31,876,129 )
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity (deficit)   $ 25,674,078     $ 5,288,486  
     
    BANZAI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Consolidated Statements of Operations
     
        For the Years Ended December 31,  
        2024     2023  
    Operating income:            
    Revenue   $ 4,527,879     $ 4,561,300  
    Cost of revenue     1,422,542       1,444,618  
    Gross profit     3,105,337       3,116,682  
                 
    Operating expenses:            
    General and administrative expenses     16,548,902       12,905,073  
    Depreciation and amortization expense     24,179       7,160  
    Total operating expenses     16,573,081       12,912,233  
                 
    Operating loss     (13,467,744 )     (9,795,551 )
                 
    Other expenses (income):            
    SEPA commitment fee and deferred fee expense           3,826,176  
    GEM warrant expense           2,448,000  
    GEM commitment fee expense           2,000,000  
    GEM settlement fee expense     200,000        
    Other expense (income), net     88,329       (62,985 )
    Interest income     (10 )     (813 )
    Interest expense           1,068,447  
    Interest expense – related party     3,047,101       4,486,027  
    Gain on extinguishment of liabilities     (680,762 )      
    Loss on debt issuance     653,208        
    Loss on extinguishment of term notes     1,071,563        
    Loss on conversion and settlement of Alco promissory notes – related party     4,808,882        
    Loss on conversion and settlement of CP BF notes – related party     6,529,402        
    Change in fair value of warrant liability     (626,000 )     (1,807,000 )
    Change in fair value of warrant liability – related party     (572,700 )     115,000  
    Change in fair value of simple agreement for future equity           (207,570 )
    Change in fair value of simple agreement for future equity – related party           (2,752,430 )
    Change in fair value of bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities           (1,404,863 )
    Change in fair value of bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities – related party     (51,000 )     (3,063,278 )
    Change in fair value of convertible notes     693,000       (34,000 )
    Change in fair value of term notes     88,588        
    Change in fair value of convertible bridge notes     (10,176 )      
    Yorkville prepayment premium expense     80,760        
    Goodwill impairment     2,725,460        
    Total other expenses, net     18,045,645       4,610,711  
    Loss before income taxes     (31,513,389 )     (14,406,262 )
    Income tax expense            
    Net loss     (31,513,389 )     (14,406,262 )
                 
    Deemed dividend – Series A and Series B warrant modification (net of tax)     (418,360 )      
                 
    Net loss attributable to common shareholders   $ (31,095,029 )   $ (14,406,262 )
                 
    Net loss per share attributable to common shareholders            
    Basic and diluted   $ (6.97 )   $ (6.00 )
                 
    Weighted average common shares outstanding            
    Basic and diluted     4,458,169       2,401,988  
     
    BANZAI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
     
        For the Years Ended December 31,  
        2024     2023  
    Cash flows from operating activities:            
    Net loss   $ (31,513,389 )   $ (14,406,262 )
    Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:            
    Depreciation and amortization expense     24,179       7,160  
    Provision for credit losses on accounts receivable     18,462       (102,112 )
    Non-cash shares issued to Yorkville for aggregate commitment fee           3,288,000  
    Non-cash issuance of warrants accounted for as liabilities           2,448,000  
    Non-cash share issuance for marketing expenses     245,252        
    Non-cash settlement of GEM commitment fee     200,000       2,000,000  
    Non-cash share issuance for Yorkville redemption premium     80,760        
    Discount at issuance on notes carried at fair value     747,962       686,016  
    Non-cash interest expense – related party     1,532,475       513,977  
    Amortization of debt discount and issuance costs           958,822  
    Amortization of debt discount and issuance costs – related party     1,393,785       2,410,735  
    Amortization of operating lease right-of-use assets     137,717       173,245  
    Stock based compensation expense     1,165,680       1,245,796  
    Gain on extinguishment of liability     (680,762 )      
    Loss on conversion and settlement of Alco promissory notes – related party     4,808,882        
    Loss on conversion and settlement of CP BF notes – related party     6,529,402        
    Loss on debt issuance     653,208        
    Loss on extinguishment of term notes     1,071,563        
    Impairment loss     2,725,460        
    Excise tax           305,719  
    Change in fair value of warrant liability     (626,000 )     (1,807,000 )
    Change in fair value of warrant liability – related party     (572,700 )     115,000  
    Change in fair value of simple agreement for future equity           (207,570 )
    Change in fair value of simple agreement for future equity – related party           (2,752,430 )
    Change in fair value of bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities           (1,404,863 )
    Change in fair value of bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities – related party     (51,000 )     (3,063,278 )
    Change in fair value of convertible promissory notes     693,000       (34,000 )
    Change in fair value of term notes     88,588        
    Change in fair value of convertible bridge notes     (10,176 )      
    Changes in operating assets and liabilities:            
    Accounts receivable     15,828       65,479  
    Prepaid expenses and other current assets     551,645       (407,648 )
    Other assets     27,227        
    Deferred offering costs           (1,708,163 )
    Accounts payable     1,012,281       5,339,614  
    Due to related party           67,118  
    Deferred revenue     (6,315 )     283,660  
    Accrued expenses     498,051       4,448,867  
    Operating lease liabilities     (237,607 )     (284,963 )
    Earnout liability     (44,549 )     (229,700 )
    Deferred fees           500,000  
    Deferred revenue – long-term     10,573        
    Deferred tax liability     10,115        
    Other long-term liabilities     (75,000 )      
    Net cash used in operating activities     (9,575,403 )     (1,550,781 )
    Cash flows from investing activities:            
    Cash acquired in acquisition of OpenReel     82,219        
    Net cash provided by investing activities     82,219        
    Cash flows from financing activities:            
    Effect of Merger, net of transaction costs (Note 4)           (7,615,462 )
    Payment of GEM commitment fee     (1,200,000 )      
    Repayment of convertible notes (Yorkville)     (750,000 )      
    Proceeds from term notes, net of issuance costs     2,782,438        
    Repayment of term notes     (1,939,583 )      
    Partial repayment of convertible notes – related party     (283,315 )      
    Proceeds from Yorkville redemption premium     35,040        
    Proceeds from advance from related party     100,000        
    Proceeds from issuance of GEM promissory note            
    Proceeds from issuance of notes payable, net of issuance costs – related party           4,387,701  
    Proceeds from issuance of convertible notes, net of issuance costs     2,602,000       3,235,000  
    Proceeds from issuance of convertible notes, net of issuance costs – related party           2,583,000  
    Proceeds received for exercise of Pre-Funded warrants     2,072        
    Proceeds from issuance of shares to Yorkville under the SEPA agreement     880,943        
    Proceeds from issuance of common stock     6,257,368       30,761  
    Net cash provided by financing activities     8,486,963       2,621,000  
    Net decrease in cash     (1,006,221 )     1,070,219  
    Cash at beginning of period     2,093,718       1,023,499  
    Cash at end of period   $ 1,087,497     $ 2,093,718  

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI: LanzaTech Announces Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHICAGO, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) (“LanzaTech” or the “Company”), a carbon management solutions company, today filed its annual report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 (the “Form 10-K”).

    Key Takeaways:

    • Reported total revenue of $12.0 million for fourth-quarter 2024 as compared to $20.5 million for fourth-quarter 2023. The decrease was driven primarily by fourth-quarter 2023 benefiting from engineering services performed across several projects which were subsequently completed. Fourth-quarter 2024 revenue was within the forecasted range of potential outcomes previously provided, albeit at the low end of the range due to continued timing delays with several large biorefining projects that remain underway.
    • Reported revenue of $49.6 million for full-year 2024 as compared to $62.6 million for full-year 2023. The year-over-year decrease was primarily driven by 2023 results benefiting from projects that have since reached the completion of their current development phase, coupled with timing delays related to several large biorefining projects experienced throughout 2024.
    • Shifting the Company’s core operational focus from research and development to global deployment LanzaTech’s commercially proven technology is underway, with actions being taken to sharpen the business focus and improve the Company’s cost structure.
    • Evaluating liquidity enhancing initiatives, including capital raising, partnership or asset-related opportunities, and other strategic options. Management has concluded that these initiatives and cost reduction plans do not alleviate substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, per applicable GAAP requirements.

    Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results

    The table below outlines key reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results ($ millions, unless noted):

      Three Months Ended December 31,   Years Ended December 31,
        2024       2023       2024       2023  
    Revenue $ 12.0     $ 20.5     $ 49.6     $ 62.6  
    Cost of revenue   5.6       12.0       26.0       45.0  
    Gross Profit   6.5       8.5       23.6       17.7  
    Operating expenses   33.5       27.1       132.6       124.0  
    Net loss   (27.0 )     (18.7 )     (137.7 )     (134.1 )
    Adjusted EBITDA loss (1) $ (21.2 )   $ (19.6 )   $ (88.2 )   $ (80.1 )

    (1)   See “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” and “Reconciliations of GAAP Net Loss to Adjusted EBITDA” sections herein for an explanation and reconciliations of non-GAAP measures used throughout this release.

    Revenue

    • Reported total revenue of $12.0 million and $49.6 million for fourth-quarter and full-year 2024, respectively, as compared to total revenue of $20.5 million and $62.6 million for fourth-quarter and full-year 2023, respectively. The decrease during both periods was driven primarily by 2023 results benefiting from engineering and other services contracts with existing customers and government entities whose projects have since reached completion of their current development phase. Additionally, several large projects experienced timing delays during 2024, which impacted their transferring to the phase where revenue is recognized. Fourth-quarter 2024 revenues were within the forecasted range of potential outcomes previously provided, albeit at the low end of the range due to the aforementioned project delays. Two key projects that did not transfer to a third party, the phase in which revenues are recognized for these projects, were Project Drake in the European Union, and LanzaTech’s site under development in Norway. In addition, LanzaTech continues to expect additional LanzaJet shares to be issued with sublicensing events of LanzaJet’s alcohol-to-jet technology. These projects remain underway during 2025. Fourth-quarter 2024 results include revenue attributable to Project SECURE, which, in December of 2024, was awarded Department of Energy funding for the initiation of phase one of the project. Project SECURE is led by Technip Energies, in partnership with LanzaTech.
    • Joint Development Agreement (“JDA”) & Contract Research revenue for fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 was $1.7 million and $10.6 million, respectively, as compared to $4.2 million and $14.6 million for fourth-quarter and full-year 2023, respectively. The year-over-year decline in both cases was attributable to certain government projects being completed, compounded by a period of downtime prior to new projects commencing, primarily during the second half of 2024.
    • CarbonSmart™ revenue for fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 was $3.9 million and $7.9 million, respectively, as compared to $2.1 million and $5.3 million for fourth-quarter and full-year 2023, respectively. Fourth-quarter 2024 revenues increased by 88 percent as compared to fourth-quarter 2023 due to incremental direct fuel sales as a result of establishing licensing arrangements, partners, and supply chain infrastructure during third-quarter 2024.

    Cost of Revenue

    • Fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 cost of revenue was $5.6 million and $26.0 million, respectively, as compared to $12.0 million and $45.0 million for fourth-quarter and full-year 2023, respectively. Cost of revenue for fourth-quarter 2024 was largely comprised of the cost of the CarbonSmart product sold and headcount allocations related to the delivery of biorefining services and JDA work. Gross margin for fourth-quarter 2024 was 54 percent largely as a function of revenue mix, including additional lower-margin CarbonSmart sales.

    Operating Expenses

    • Fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 operating expenses were $33.5 million and $132.6 million, respectively, as compared to $27.1 million and $124.0 million for fourth-quarter and full-year 2023. The increase year-over-year was driven primarily by project-related expenses, like those incurred for Project Drake and LanzaTech’s project in Norway, that are expected to be recovered once the projects advance to Final Investment Decision (“FID”).

    Net Loss

    • Fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 net losses were $27.0 million and $137.7 million, respectively, as compared to fourth-quarter and full-year 2023 net losses of $18.7 million and $134.1 million, respectively. The increase was attributable to a non-cash expense on financial instruments, as well as the same factors that drove the reduction in revenue as compared to prior periods.

    Adjusted EBITDA Loss

    • Fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 adjusted EBITDA losses were $21.2 million and $88.2 million, respectively, as compared to adjusted EBITDA losses of $19.6 million and $80.1 million for fourth-quarter and full-year 2023, respectively. The increases in losses year-over-year are mainly attributable to the same factors that drove the reduction in revenue for the comparative periods.

    Balance Sheet and Liquidity

    As of December 31, 2024, LanzaTech had $58.1 million in total cash, restricted cash, and investments, compared to total cash of $89.1 million at the end of third-quarter 2024.

    About LanzaTech

    LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) is the carbon recycling company transforming waste carbon into sustainable fuels, chemicals, materials, and protein. Using its biorecycling technology, LanzaTech captures carbon generated by energy-intensive industries at the source, preventing it from being emitted into the air. LanzaTech then gives that captured carbon a new life as a clean replacement for virgin fossil carbon in everything from household cleaners and clothing fibers to packaging and fuels. For more information about LanzaTech, please visit https://lanzatech.com.

    Forward Looking Statements

    This press release includes forward-looking statements regarding, among other things, the plans, strategies and prospects, both business and financial, of LanzaTech. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of LanzaTech’s management. Although LanzaTech believes that its plans, intentions and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, LanzaTech cannot assure you that it will achieve or realize these plans, intentions or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by or include the words “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “seeks,” “plans,” “scheduled,” “anticipates,” “intends” or similar expressions. The forward-looking statements are based on projections prepared by, and are the responsibility of, LanzaTech’s management. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside LanzaTech’s control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements, including the Company’s ability to continue to operate as a going concern. LanzaTech may be adversely affected by other economic, business, or competitive factors, and other risks and uncertainties, including those described under the header “Risk Factors” in its Form 10-K and in future SEC filings. New risk factors that may affect actual results or outcomes emerge from time to time and it is not possible to predict all such risk factors, nor can LanzaTech assess the impact of all such risk factors on its business, or the extent to which any factor or combination of factors may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. You should not put undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements attributable to LanzaTech or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the foregoing cautionary statements. LanzaTech undertakes no obligations to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    To supplement our financial statements presented in accordance with US GAAP and to provide investors with additional information regarding our financial results, we have presented adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure. Adjusted EBITDA is not based on any standardized methodology prescribed by US GAAP and is not necessarily comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies.

    We define adjusted EBITDA as our net loss, excluding the impact of depreciation, interest income, net, stock-based compensation, change in fair value of warrant liabilities, change in fair value of SAFE liabilities, change in fair value of the FPA Put Option liability and Fixed Maturity Consideration, change in fair value of our outstanding convertible note, transaction costs on issuance of Forward Purchase Agreement, (loss) gain from equity method investees and other one-time costs related to the Business Combination and securities registration on Form S-4 and our registration statement on Form S-1. We monitor adjusted EBITDA because it is a key measure used by our management and Board of Directors to understand and evaluate our operating performance, to establish budgets, and to develop operational goals for managing our business. We believe adjusted EBITDA helps identify underlying trends in our business that could otherwise be masked by the effect of certain expenses that we include in net loss. Accordingly, we believe adjusted EBITDA provides useful information to investors, analysts, and others in understanding and evaluating our operating results and enhancing the overall understanding of our past performance and future prospects.

    Adjusted EBITDA is not prepared in accordance with US GAAP and should not be considered in isolation of, or as an alternative to, measures prepared in accordance with US GAAP. There are a number of limitations related to the use of adjusted EBITDA rather than net loss, which is the most directly comparable financial measure calculated and presented in accordance with US GAAP. For example, adjusted EBITDA: (i) excludes stock-based compensation expense because it is a significant non-cash expense that is not directly related to our operating performance; (ii) excludes depreciation expense and, although this is a non-cash expense, the assets being depreciated and amortized may have to be replaced in the future; (iii) excludes gain or losses on equity method investee; and (iv) excludes certain income or expense items that do not provide a comparable measure of our business performance. In addition, the expenses and other items that we exclude in our calculations of adjusted EBITDA may differ from the expenses and other items, if any, that other companies may exclude from adjusted EBITDA when they report their operating results. In addition, other companies may use other measures to evaluate their performance, all of which could reduce the usefulness of our non-GAAP financial measures as tools for comparison.

    LANZATECH GLOBAL INC.
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
    (In thousands, except share and per share data)
      December 31,
        2024       2023  
    Assets      
    Current assets:      
    Cash and cash equivalents         $         43,499     $         75,585  
    Held-to-maturity investment securities                   12,374               45,159  
    Trade and other receivables, net of allowance                   9,456               11,157  
    Contract assets                   18,975               28,238  
    Other current assets                   15,030               12,561  
    Total current assets                   99,334               172,700  
    Property, plant and equipment, net                   22,333               22,823  
    Right-of-use assets                   26,790               18,309  
    Equity method investment                   4,363               7,066  
    Equity security investment                   14,990               14,990  
    Other non-current assets                   6,873               5,736  
    Total assets         $         174,683     $         241,624  
    Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity      
    Current liabilities:      
    Accounts payable         $         5,289     $         4,060  
    Other accrued liabilities                   8,876               7,316  
    Warrants                   3,531               7,614  
    Fixed Maturity Consideration and current FPA Put Option liability                   4,123               —  
    Contract liabilities                   6,168               3,198  
    Accrued salaries and wages                   2,302               5,468  
    Current lease liabilities                   158               126  
    Total current liabilities                   30,447               27,782  
    Non-current lease liabilities                   30,619               19,816  
    Non-current contract liabilities                   5,233               8,233  
    Fixed Maturity Consideration                   —               7,228  
    FPA Put Option liability                   30,015               37,523  
    Brookfield SAFE liability                   13,223               25,150  
    Convertible Note                   51,112               —  
    Other long-term liabilities                   587               1,421  
    Total liabilities                   161,236               127,153  
           
    Shareholders’ Equity      
    Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 600,000,000 and 400,000,000 shares authorized; 194,915,711 and 196,642,451 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively                   19               19  
    Additional paid-in capital                   981,638               943,960  
    Accumulated other comprehensive income                   1,393               2,364  
    Accumulated deficit                   (969,603 )             (831,872 )
    Total shareholders’ equity         $         13,447     $         114,471  
    Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity         $         174,683     $         241,624  
    LANZATECH GLOBAL INC.
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
    (In thousands, except share and per share data)
      Three Months Ended December 31,   Years Ended December 31,
        2024       2023       2024       2023  
    Revenues:              
    Contracts with customers and grants $ 5,311     $ 13,834     $ 22,995     $ 45,953  
    CarbonSmart product sales   3,933       2,072       7,943       5,337  
    Collaborative arrangements   1,104       2,413       5,573       5,529  
    Related party transactions   1,682       2,144       13,081       5,812  
    Total revenues   12,030       20,463       49,592       62,631  
    Costs and operating expenses:              
    Contracts with customers and grants(1)   985       8,818       15,341       37,653  
    CarbonSmart product sales(1)   3,894       2,390       7,543       4,889  
    Collaborative arrangements(1)   532       761       2,566       2,265  
    Related party transactions(1)   157       22       520       172  
    Research and development expense   16,459       16,303       77,007       68,142  
    Depreciation expense   1,278       1,471       5,567       5,452  
    Selling, general and administrative expense   15,745       9,343       49,981       50,438  
    Total cost and operating expenses   39,050       39,108       158,525       169,011  
    Loss from operations   (27,020 )     (18,645 )     (108,933 )     (106,380 )
    Other income (expense):              
    Interest income, net   710       1,408       3,162       4,572  
    Other expense, net   5,616       524       (17,726 )     (29,388 )
    Total other expense, net   6,326       1,932       (14,564 )     (24,816 )
    Loss before income taxes   (20,694 )     (16,713 )     (123,497 )     (131,196 )
    Income tax expense                      
    Loss from equity method investees, net   (6,299 )     (1,961 )     (14,234 )     (2,902 )
    Net loss $ (26,993 )   $ (18,674 )   $ (137,731 )   $ (134,098 )
                   
    Other comprehensive loss:              
    Changes in credit risk of fair value instruments   (1,096 )           (1,096 )      
    Foreign currency translation adjustments   322       578       124       (376 )
    Comprehensive loss $ (27,767 )   $ (18,096 )   $ (138,703 )   $ (134,474 )
                   
    Unpaid cumulative dividends on preferred stock                     (4,117 )
    Net loss allocated to common shareholders $ (26,993 )   $ (18,674 )   $ (137,731 )   $ (138,215 )
                   
    Net loss per common share – basic and diluted $ (0.14 )   $ (0.10 )   $ (0.70 )   $ (0.79 )
    Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding – basic and diluted   197,789,128       196,227,601       197,579,945       176,023,219  

    (1) exclusive of depreciation

    LANZATECH GLOBAL INC.
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
    (In thousands)
      Years Ended December 31,
        2024       2023  
    Cash Flows From Operating Activities:      
    Net loss $ (137,731 )   $ (134,098 )
    Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:      
    Share-based compensation expense   13,208       15,199  
    Gain on change in fair value of SAFE and warrant liabilities   (17,887 )     (14,471 )
    Loss on change in fair value of the FPA Put Option and the Fixed Maturity Consideration liabilities   23,510       44,300  
    Loss on change in fair value of Convertible Note   11,894        
    Provisions for losses on trade and other receivables, net of recoveries   961       700  
    Depreciation of property, plant and equipment   5,592       5,452  
    Amortization of discount on debt security investment   (854 )     (1,301 )
    Non-cash lease expense   1,713       1,526  
    Non-cash recognition of licensing revenue   (11,532 )     (1,805 )
    Loss from equity method investees, net   14,234       2,902  
    Gain from disposal of PPE   (25 )      
    Unrealized (Gain)/loss on net foreign exchange   (284 )     182  
    Changes in operating assets and liabilities:      
    Accounts receivable, net   557       104  
    Contract assets   9,162       (10,049 )
    Accrued interest on debt investment   183       (266 )
    Other assets   (2,066 )     (2,658 )
    Accounts payable and accrued salaries and wages   (1,790 )     (4,991 )
    Contract liabilities   311       95  
    Operating lease liabilities   641       (337 )
    Other liabilities   1,143       2,220  
    Net cash used in operating activities   (89,060 )     (97,296 )
    Cash Flows From Investing Activities:      
    Purchase of property, plant and equipment   (5,312 )     (8,553 )
    Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment   25        
    Purchase of debt securities   (27,083 )     (93,858 )
    Proceeds from maturity of debt securities   60,722       50,000  
    Purchase of additional interest in equity method investment         (288 )
    Origination of related party loan         (5,212 )
    Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities   28,352       (57,911 )
    Cash Flows From Financing Activities:      
    Proceeds from the Business Combination and PIPE, net of transaction expenses (Note 3)         213,381  
    FPA prepayment         (60,096 )
    Proceeds from exercise of options   300       2,550  
    Repurchase of equity instruments of the Company   (48 )     (7,650 )
    Settlement of FPA   (10,039 )      
    Proceeds from issuance of Convertible Note, net   40,000        
    Net cash provided by financing activities   30,213       148,185  
    Effects of currency translation on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash   (52 )     (404 )
    Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash   (30,547 )     (7,426 )
    Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period   76,284       83,710  
    Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period $ 45,737     $ 76,284  
           
    Supplemental disclosure of non-cash investing and financing activities:      
    Acquisition of property, plant and equipment under accounts payable $ 132     $ 279  
    Right-of-use asset additions   10,194       12,866  
    Non-cash partial reversal of FPA upon settlement   24,084        
    Third-party issuance costs for the Convertible Note   3,169        
    Reclassification of capitalized costs related to the business combination to equity         1,514  
    Cashless conversion of warrants on preferred shares         5,890  
    Recognition of public and private warrant liabilities in the Business Combination         4,624  
    Reclassification of AM SAFE warrant to equity         1,800  
    Conversion of AM SAFE liability into common stock         29,730  
    Conversion of Legacy LanzaTech NZ, Inc. preferred stock and in-kind dividend into common stock         722,160  
    Reclassification of FPA Warrants to equity $     $ 3,063  
                                       
    Reconciliation of GAAP Net Loss to Adjusted EBITDA
    (In thousands)
    Unaudited
        Three Months Ended December 31,   Years Ended December 31,
        2024       2023       2024       2023  
    Net Loss $ (26,993 )   $ (18,674 )   $ (137,731 )   $ (134,098 )
    Depreciation   1,278       (1,471 )     5,567       5,452  
    Interest income, net   (710 )     (1,408 )     (3,162 )     (4,572 )
    Stock-based compensation expense and change in fair value of SAFE and warrant liabilities (1)   6,191             (4,679 )     728  
    Change in fair value of the FPA Put Option and Fixed Maturity Consideration liabilities (net of interest accretion reversal)               23,283       44,300  
    Change in fair value of Convertible Note and related transaction costs   (7,296 )           14,276        
    Transaction costs on issuance of FPA                     451  
    Loss from equity method investees, net   6,299       1,961       14,234       2,902  
    One-time costs related to the Business Combination, initial securities registration and non-recurring regulatory matters(2)                     4,693  
    Adjusted EBITDA $ (21,231 )   $ (19,592 )   $ (88,212 )   $ (80,144 )
                     
    (1 ) Stock-based compensation expense represents expense related to equity compensation plans.
                     
    (2 ) Represents costs incurred related to the Business Combination that do not meet the direct and incremental criteria per SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin Topic 5.A to be charged against the gross proceeds of the transaction, but are not expected to recur in the future, as well as costs incurred subsequent to deal close related to our securities registration on Form S-4 and our registration statement on Form S-1. Regulatory matters includes fees related to non-recurring items during the year ended December 31, 2023.


    Investor Relations Contact

    Kate Walsh

    VP, Investor Relations & Tax

    Investor.Relations@lanzatech.com

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Supporting Veterans and Our Communities – Saskatchewan Veteran Service Club Support Program Intake Now Open

    Source: Government of Canada regional news

    Released on April 15, 2025

    The Government of Saskatchewan, Royal Canadian Legion – Saskatchewan Command and the Saskatchewan Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans (ANAVETS) would like to announce the Saskatchewan Veteran Service Club Support Program intake for 2025-26 is currently open.

    Introduced in 2019-20, the program provides grants for facility upgrades, operations, events and other activities to advance the work and help strengthen the long-term sustainability of veteran service organizations across the province.  

    “Our province’s veterans service organizations play a vital role – they enrich our communities, preserve local history and work tirelessly on behalf of veterans who have faithfully served our province and our country,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Alana Ross said. “We cannot thank them enough for their continued efforts and look forward to continuing to this important work.”  

    Applications are being accepted until June 1, 2025.

    In 2024-25, grants were provided to 81 Legion branches, ANAVETS units and other registered, non-profit veterans organizations across the province.  

    “The Saskatchewan Veteran Service Club Support Program has resulted in many achievements and accomplishments,” Royal Canadian Legion – Saskatchewan Command President Carol A. Pedersen said. “It is not by chance that our Legion branches in Saskatchewan find success, but by the dedication and hard work of Legion members and the support of the Government of Saskatchewan. This program ensures the work of the Royal Canadian Legion, directed toward veterans and our communities, will continue. I express the deepest gratitude of the Royal Canadian Legion for the Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program.”

    The program is delivered collaboratively by the Royal Canadian Legion – Saskatchewan Command, the Saskatchewan ANAVETS and the Government of Saskatchewan.

    “On behalf of the ANAVETS members, staff and directors, I would like to thank the Saskatchewan government for this wonderful grant program,” ANAVETS Saskatchewan Command President Rick Taylor said. “Our units, their members and friends have greatly benefited from these grants during the past years. We have used previous grants for furnishings, flooring, roofs, and appliances. We look forward once again to enhancing our units with this year’s grants. Thank you very much.”  

    More information about the program, guidelines and applications are available through the Royal Canadian Legion Saskatchewan Command at 306-525-8739 or admin@sasklegion.ca.

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  • MIL-OSI: White River Bancshares Co. Reports Net Income of $2.63 million, or $1.07 Per Diluted Share, for the First Quarter of 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — White River Bancshares Company (OTCQX: WRIV), (the “Company”) the holding company for Signature Bank of Arkansas (the “Bank”), today reported net income increased to $2.63 million, or $1.07 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $509,000, or $0.26 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2024. The Company reported net income of $1.83 million, or $0.75 per diluted share, for the prior quarter. All financial results are unaudited and all per share data has been adjusted to reflect the two-for-one stock split effected September 4, 2024.

    “Thanks to a solid start to the year, we produced the strongest first quarter earnings in our Bank’s history,” said Gary Head, Chairman and CEO. “Loan portfolio growth contributed to an increase in net interest income compared to the first quarter of 2024. This is exactly the kind of excitement I’ve been ‘banking on’ as we head into the second quarter and celebrate the Bank’s 20 year anniversary. I am confident in our team’s capability and enthusiasm to build upon this momentum for the rest of the year.”

    “Expanding our deposit base to fund new loan growth remains our top priority, and also our biggest challenge as a community bank,” said Scott Sandlin, Chief Strategy Officer. “The Company has made deposit gathering the primary focus and our team has done an excellent job of expanding existing client relationships as well as attracting new customers to the Bank. As a result, total deposits increased 9.9% during the first quarter of 2025 and 18.9% year-over-year. At quarter end, demand and non-interest bearing accounts represented 19.3% of total deposits, and savings and interest-bearing transaction accounts represented 38.0% of total deposits. We will continue to look for additional opportunities for growing deposits in the year ahead to keep up with loan demand.”

    First Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights:

    • Net income for the first quarter of 2025 increased to $2.63 million, or $1.07 per diluted share, compared to $509,000, or $0.26 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2024.
    • Net interest income increased 32.0% to $10.6 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $8.0 million in the first quarter of 2024.
    • Net interest margin (“NIM”) increased 42 basis points to 3.39% in the first quarter of 2025, compared to 2.97% in the first quarter of 2024.
    • The Company recorded a $670,000 provision for credit losses in the first quarter of 2025, compared to a $550,000 provision in the fourth quarter of 2024, and a $648,000 provision in the first quarter of 2024.
    • Net loans increased 16.3% to $1.128 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $969.7 million at March 31, 2024.
    • Nonperforming loans totaled $420,000, or 0.04% of total loans at March 31, 2025, compared to 0.18% a year ago.
    • Total deposits increased $190.7 million, or 18.9%, year-over-year, to $1.201 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $1.010 billion at March 31, 2024.
    • Core deposits (demand and non-interest-bearing, and savings and interest-bearing transaction accounts, and CDs under $250,000) represent 70.25% of total deposits at March 31, 2025.
    • Total risk-based capital ratio estimates of 12.30%, Tier 1 ratio of 11.05%, and Leverage ratio of 9.35% for the Bank at March 31, 2025.
    • Tangible book value per common share was $40.33 at March 31, 2025, compared to $39.05 a year ago.

    Income Statement

    In the first quarter of 2025, the Company generated a return on average assets of 0.79% and a return on average equity of 10.64%, compared to 0.58% and 7.34%, respectively, in the fourth quarter of 2024 and 0.18% and 2.52%, respectively, in the first quarter of 2024.

    “Our strong loan growth and higher yields on interest earning assets contributed to the four basis point NIM expansion during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the prior quarter and the 42 basis point increase compared to the year ago quarter,” said Brant Ward, President. NIM was 3.39% in the first quarter of 2025, compared to 3.35% in the fourth quarter of 2024, and 2.97% in the first quarter of 2024.

    Net interest income increased 32.0% to $10.6 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $8.0 million in the first quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily due to year-over-year loan growth. Total interest income increased 23.6% to $19.8 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $16.0 million in the first quarter of 2024, primarily attributable to increased loans. Total interest expense increased to $9.2 million in the first quarter of 2025, from $8.0 million in the first quarter of 2024, primarily due to an increase in deposit costs.

    Noninterest income increased 22.7% to $1.9 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $1.6 million in the first quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily due to a $172,000 increase in wealth management fee income, the largest component of noninterest income, and a $72,000 increase in secondary market fee income during the first quarter of 2025.

    Noninterest expense was $8.4 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $8.3 million in the first quarter of 2024, as expenses have normalized following the investment in expanding the Company’s market presence over the past few years.

    Balance Sheet

    Total assets increased 17.2% to $1.379 billion at March 31, 2025, from $1.177 billion at March 31, 2024, and increased 7.0% compared to $1.290 billion at December 31, 2024. Cash and cash equivalents totaled $48.4 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $33.4 million a year ago. Investment securities totaled $135.0 million at March 31, 2025, an increase from $113.0 million at March 31, 2024.

    Loans, net of allowance for credit losses, increased 16.3% to $1.128 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $969.7 million at March 31, 2024, and increased 6.0% compared to $1.064 billion at December 31, 2024.

    Total deposits increased 18.9% to $1.201 billion at March 31, 2025, compared to $1.010 billion at March 31, 2024, and increased 9.9% compared to $1.093 billion at December 31, 2024. Demand and non-interest-bearing deposits decreased less than 1% compared to March 31, 2024 while savings and interest-bearing transaction accounts increased 34.7% compared to March 31, 2024.

    FHLB advances were $21.6 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $36.9 million at March 31, 2024, and $43.7 million at December 31, 2024. Total stockholders’ equity increased to $100.5 million at March 31, 2025, compared to $79.4 million at March 31, 2024, and $96.6 million at December 31, 2024. Tangible book value per common share was $40.33 at March 31, 2025, compared to $39.05 at March 31, 2024, and $38.74 at December 31, 2024.

    Credit Quality

    Due to strong quarterly loan growth, the Company recorded a $670,000 provision for credit losses in the first quarter of 2025. This is compared to a $550,000 provision for credit losses in the fourth quarter of 2024, and a $648,000 provision for credit losses in the first quarter of 2024.

    There were $420,000 in nonperforming loans at March 31, 2025. This compared to $55,000 in nonperforming loans at December 31, 2024, and $1.7 million in nonperforming loans at March 31, 2024. Nonperforming loans represented 0.04% of total loans on March 31, 2025, 0.01% of total loans on December 31, 2024, and 0.18% of total loans a year ago.

    “We continue to take a prudent approach to building our allowance for credit losses by monitoring our portfolio mix and evaluating loan growth and local and national economic conditions to maintain what we believe to be an appropriate allowance,” said Jeff Maland, Chief Risk Officer. The allowance for credit losses was $13.3 million, or 1.17% of total loans, at March 31, 2025, compared to $12.8 million, or 1.19% of total loans, at December 31, 2024, and $12.1 million, or 1.23% of total loans, at March 31, 2024.

    Net loan charge-offs were $137,000 in the first quarter of 2025. This compared to net loan recoveries of $106,000 in the fourth quarter of 2024, and net loan recoveries of $21,000 in the first quarter of 2024.

    Capital

    The Bank’s capital ratios continued to exceed regulatory “well-capitalized” requirements, with a Total risk-based capital ratio estimate of 12.30%, a Tier 1 ratio of 11.05%, and a Leverage ratio of 9.35% for the Bank at March 31, 2025.

    About White River Bancshares Company

    White River Bancshares Company is the single bank holding company for Signature Bank of Arkansas, headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Bank has locations in Fayetteville, Springdale, Bentonville, Rogers, Brinkley, Harrison and Jonesboro, Arkansas. Founded in 2005, Signature Bank of Arkansas provides a full line of financial services to small businesses, families and farms. White River Bancshares Company (OTCQX: WRIV), trades on the OTCQX® Best Market.  

    White River Bancshares Company and Signature Bank of Arkansas will celebrate its 20-year anniversary in May 2025.

    About the Region

    White River Bancshares Company is headquartered in thriving Northwest Arkansas in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers MSA. The region is home to the corporate headquarters for Walmart Stores Inc, Sam’s Club, Tyson Foods, Simmons Foods, and J.B. Hunt Transport. Hundreds of other market-leading companies including Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, Coca-Cola and Rubbermaid maintain offices in the region in order to maintain their relationships with the locally based Fortune 500 companies. Northwest Arkansas is also home to the state’s flagship public educational institution, The University of Arkansas, and its Sam M. Walton College of Business. The region has seen significant growth in its medical and arts infrastructures with the continued expansion of Washington Regional Medical System, Northwest Medical System, Mercy Health System of Northwest Arkansas and Arkansas Children’s Hospital Northwest. Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Walton Arts Center have led the expansion of the arts. Northwest Arkansas has been repeatedly recognized in recent years as one of the best places to live in the country and remains one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions. In May 2024, Walmart issued a relocation mandate requiring most of its remote employees, as well as most of its office workers in Dallas, Atlanta and Toronto to move to, in most cases, Bentonville by November 1, 2024. While the company did not disclose a number, Bloomberg reported that the number of Walmart employees who would be moving to Bentonville would be in the thousands. Walmart is making a major investment in its hometown facilities, building a new, 350-acre headquarters campus, including walking and biking trails, a hotel, fitness facilities and a large childcare center.

    The Company has expanded eastward, with new markets in Jonesboro and Harrison. Jonesboro, located in Craighead County, is a city located on Crowley’s Ridge in the northeastern corner of Arkansas. It is the home of Arkansas State University and the cultural and economic center of Northeast Arkansas. Jonesboro also houses the region’s hospital network. U.S. Steel Corp. announced that it would locate a new $3 billion steel factory in Northeast Arkansas in Osceola, a move expected to create 900 jobs with an average pay over $100,000 annually, making it the largest capital investment project in Arkansas history. Harrison sits below Branson, Missouri, which is a family tourist destination and outdoor recreation, and is well known as an entertainment destination.

    The Company currently operates out of ten locations; three in Washington County; three in Benton County; two in Monroe County; one in Boone County; and one in Craighead County.

    The housing market in Washington and Benton counties remains robust. According to the Northwest Arkansas Board of Realtors, the average home in Washington County sold for $390,000 in February 2025, with an average of 103 days on the market. For Benton County, the average house sold for $446,000, with an average of 108 days on the market.

    Source:
    http://www.nwarealtors.org/market-statistics/

    Forward Looking Statements

    This press release contains statements about future events. These forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions of management of the Company and the Bank and describe our future plans, strategies and expectations, can generally be identified by use of forward-looking terminology such as “may,” “will,” “believe,” “plan,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “project,” or similar expressions or the negative of those terms. Our ability to predict results of future events and the actual effect of future plans or strategies are inherently uncertain, and actual results may differ materially from those predicted in such forward-looking statements. Factors that could have a material adverse effect on our operations and future prospects or that could affect the outcome of such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, changes in interest rates; the economic health of the local real estate market; general economic conditions; credit deterioration in our loan portfolio that would cause us to increase our allowance for loan losses; legislative or regulatory changes; technological developments; monetary and fiscal policies of the U.S. government, including policies of the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve Board; the quality or composition of our loan and securities portfolios; demand for loan products in our market areas; deposit flows and costs of capital; competition; retention and recruitment of qualified personnel; demand for financial services in our market areas; and changes in accounting principles, policies, and guidelines. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. The Company does not undertake and specifically declines any obligation to publicly release the result of any revisions that may be made to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events.

    Contact:   Scott Sandlin, Chief Strategy Officer
        479-684-3754
    WHITE RIVER BANCSHARES COMPANY
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
    (Unaudited)
                   
        For the Three Months Ended  
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,  
         2025    2024    2024  
                   
    INTEREST INCOME              
    Loans, including fees   $ 18,315,006   $ 17,118,955   $ 14,994,922  
    Investment securities     1,258,571     1,300,977     929,040  
    Federal funds sold and other     232,978     262,856     96,154  
    Total interest income     19,806,555     18,682,788     16,020,116  
                   
    INTEREST EXPENSE              
    Deposits     8,312,455     7,963,925     6,984,793  
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances     393,057     300,137     520,319  
    Notes payable     475,425     396,899     398,017  
    Federal funds purchased and other     13,022     4,101     78,260  
    Total interest expense     9,193,959     8,665,062     7,981,389  
    NET INTEREST INCOME     10,612,596     10,017,726     8,038,727  
    Provision for credit losses     670,000     550,000     648,000  
    NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION FOR CREDIT LOSSES   9,942,596     9,467,726     7,390,727  
                   
    NON-INTEREST INCOME              
    Service charges and fees on deposits     171,186     182,870     150,349  
    Wealth management fee income     1,017,829     1,035,160     845,506  
    Secondary market fee income     128,824     196,277     57,064  
    Bank owned-life insurance income     80,603     82,171     79,881  
    Gain on sales and write-downs of foreclosed assets         11,085     1,050  
    Other     544,141     535,284     449,255  
    TOTAL NON-INTEREST INCOME     1,942,583     2,042,847     1,583,105  
                   
    NON-INTEREST EXPENSE              
    Salaries and benefits     4,931,692     5,226,075     4,999,533  
    Occupancy and equipment     1,145,101     1,130,174     928,124  
    Data processing     858,115     806,411     790,569  
    Marketing and business development     397,137     518,628     463,697  
    Professional services     650,708     660,860     669,867  
    Amortization of other intangible assets     53,036     53,032     53,036  
    Other     393,498     445,998     403,836  
    TOTAL NON-INTEREST EXPENSE     8,429,287     8,841,178     8,308,662  
                   
    Income before income taxes     3,455,892     2,669,395     665,170  
    Income tax provision     826,085     834,444     155,942  
    NET INCOME   $ 2,629,807   $ 1,834,951   $ 509,228  
                   
    EARNINGS PER SHARE              
    Basic (1)   $ 1.07   $ 0.75   $ 0.26  
    Diluted (1)   $ 1.07   $ 0.75   $ 0.26  
                   
        (1)  Prior periods adjusted to give effect to stock split effected
    in the form of a dividend on September 4, 2024.
     
                         
    WHITE RIVER BANCSHARES COMPANY  
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS  
    (Unaudited)  
                   
        March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024   March 31, 2024  
                   
    ASSETS      
    Cash and cash equivalents   $ 48,360,156     $ 22,149,012     $ 33,147,221    
    Investment securities     134,968,153       133,228,210       113,033,028    
    Loans held for sale     874,009       1,117,750       696,271    
    Loans     1,141,369,199       1,076,674,377       981,829,042    
    Allowance for credit losses     (13,347,855 )     (12,814,824 )     (12,113,099 )  
    Net loans     1,128,021,344       1,063,859,553       969,715,943    
    Premises and equipment, net     35,647,835       36,335,828       29,442,303    
    Foreclosed assets held for sale     310,406       310,406       640,574    
    Accrued interest receivable     6,629,881       6,035,084       4,966,665    
    Bank owned life insurance     9,859,911       9,779,307       9,534,373    
    Deferred income taxes     4,220,559       4,390,227       4,888,369    
    Other investments     6,782,614       8,421,651       7,548,338    
    Intangible assets, net     1,750,204       1,803,240       1,962,350    
    Other assets     1,825,830       2,080,346       1,323,255    
    TOTAL ASSETS   $ 1,379,250,902     $ 1,289,510,614     $ 1,176,898,690    
                   
    LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY      
    Deposits:              
    Demand and non-interest-bearing   $ 231,331,391     $ 214,838,920     $ 233,082,292    
    Savings and interest-bearing transaction accounts     456,733,576       429,293,348       339,042,365    
    Time deposits     512,882,444       448,909,115       438,110,170    
    Total deposits     1,200,947,411       1,093,041,383       1,010,234,827    
    Federal Home Loan Bank advances     21,593,143       43,667,559       36,887,028    
    Notes payable     26,141,832       26,124,556       26,337,909    
    Operating lease liability     20,029,714       20,851,721       16,128,536    
    Reserve for losses on unfunded commitments     1,478,000       1,478,000       1,433,000    
    Accrued interest payable     2,731,699       2,838,298       2,635,771    
    Other liabilities     5,798,159       4,919,715       3,868,383    
    TOTAL LIABILITIES     1,278,719,958       1,192,921,232       1,097,525,454    
                   
    Stockholders’ equity:              
    Common stock (1)     24,882       24,854       20,162    
    Surplus (1)     102,784,831       102,679,096       90,538,459    
    Retained earnings (accumulated deficit)     4,714,375       2,084,568       (3,115,687 )  
    Treasury stock, at cost     (1,265,731 )     (1,265,715 )     (1,119,100 )  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss     (5,727,413 )     (6,933,421 )     (6,950,598 )  
    TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY     100,530,944       96,589,382       79,373,236    
                   
      TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY   $ 1,379,250,902     $ 1,289,510,614     $ 1,176,898,690    
                   
         (1) Prior periods adjusted to give effect to stock split effected
    in the form of a dividend on September 4, 2024. 
                               
    WHITE RIVER BANCSHARES COMPANY
    SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
                   
        (Unaudited)  
        Three Months Ended  
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,  
         2025     2024     2024   
                   
    FOR THE PERIOD              
    Net income   $ 2,629,807     $ 1,834,951     $ 509,228    
    Net income before taxes     3,455,892       2,669,395       665,170    
    Dividends declared per share (1)                    
                   
                   
    PERIOD END BALANCE              
    Total assets   $ 1,379,250,902     $ 1,289,510,614     $ 1,176,898,690    
    Total investments     134,968,153       133,228,210       113,033,028    
    Total loans, net     1,128,021,344       1,063,859,553       969,715,943    
    Allowance for credit losses     (13,347,855 )     (12,814,824 )     (12,113,099 )  
    Total deposits     1,200,947,411       1,093,041,383       1,010,234,827    
    Stockholders’ equity     100,530,944       96,589,382       79,373,236    
                   
                   
    RATIO ANALYSIS              
    Return on average assets (annualized)     0.79 %     0.58 %     0.18 %  
    Return on average equity (annualized)     10.64 %     7.34 %     2.52 %  
    Net loans/Deposits     93.93 %     97.33 %     95.99 %  
    Total Stockholders’ Equity/Total assets     7.29 %     7.49 %     6.74 %  
    Net loan losses/Total loans     0.01 %     -0.01 %     -0.00 %  
    Uninsured & unpledged deposits     31.00 %     31.78 %     30.22 %  
                   
                   
    PER SHARE DATA              
    Shares oustanding (1)     2,449,317       2,446,563       1,982,630    
    Weighted average shares outstanding (1)     2,446,747       2,446,241       1,983,378    
    Diluted weighted average shares outstanding (1)   2,451,161       2,446,471       1,983,378    
    Basic earnings (1)   $ 1.07     $ 0.75     $ 0.26    
    Diluted earnings (1)     1.07       0.75       0.26    
    Book value (1)     41.04       39.48       40.03    
    Tangible book value (1)     40.33       38.74       39.05    
                   
                   
    ASSET QUALITY              
    Net (recoveries) charge-offs   $ 136,970     $ (106,340 )   $ (21,195 )  
    Classified assets     853,745       494,828       2,657,273    
    Nonperforming loans     419,985       55,132       1,718,805    
    Nonperforming assets     730,391       365,538       2,359,378    
    Total nonperforming loans/Total loans     0.04 %     0.01 %     0.18 %  
    Total nonperforming loans/Total assets     0.03 %     0.00 %     0.15 %  
    Total nonperforming assets/Total assets     0.05 %     0.03 %     0.20 %  
    Allowance for credit losses/Total loans     1.17 %     1.19 %     1.23 %  
                   
                   
        (1) Prior periods adjusted to give effect to stock split effected
    in the form of a dividend on September 4, 2024. 
                               
    WHITE RIVER BANCSHARES COMPANY  
    INTEREST INCOME AND EXPENSE  
    (Unaudited)  
                                           
        Three Months Ended  
        March 31,   December 31,   March 31,  
         2025     2024     2024   
        Average       Average   Average       Average   Average       Average  
        Balance   Interest   Yield/Rate   Balance   Interest   Yield/Rate   Balance   Interest   Yield/Rate  
                                           
    Interest-earning assets:                                      
    Federal funds sold and other   $ 23,287,989   $ 232,978   4.06 %   $ 20,998,114   $ 262,856   4.98 %   $ 8,343,674   $ 96,154   4.63 %  
    Investment securities available-for-sale (1)     133,405,472     1,208,821   3.67 %     132,386,055     1,150,282   3.46 %     114,440,538     900,886   3.17 %  
    Loans receivable     1,106,648,533     18,315,006   6.71 %     1,018,919,798     17,118,955   6.68 %     960,808,253     14,994,922   6.28 %  
    Total interest-earning assets     1,263,341,994   $ 19,756,805   6.34 %     1,172,303,967   $ 18,532,093   6.29 %     1,083,592,465   $ 15,991,962   5.94 %  
    Noninterest-earning assets     81,821,189             81,203,717             70,720,928          
    Total assets   $ 1,345,163,183           $ 1,253,507,684           $ 1,154,313,393          
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                                      
    Interest-bearing deposits   $ 937,669,969   $ 8,312,455   3.60 %   $ 847,808,178   $ 7,963,925   3.74 %   $ 762,899,599   $ 6,984,793   3.68 %  
    FHLB advances and federal funds purchased   36,654,930     406,079   4.49 %     28,097,088     304,238   4.31 %     50,749,219     598,579   4.74 %  
    Notes payable     26,131,761     475,425   7.38 %     26,118,547     396,899   6.05 %     25,489,325     398,017   6.28 %  
    Total interest-bearing liabilities     1,000,456,660   $ 9,193,959   3.73 %     902,023,813   $ 8,665,062   3.82 %     839,138,143   $ 7,981,389   3.83 %  
    Noninterest-bearing liabilities     244,466,979             252,089,008             233,847,965          
    Total liabilities     1,244,923,639             1,154,112,821             1,072,986,108          
    Stockholders’ equity     100,239,544             99,394,863             81,327,285          
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity   $ 1,345,163,183           $ 1,253,507,684           $ 1,154,313,393          
    Net interest-earning assets   $ 262,885,334           $ 270,280,154           $ 244,454,322          
    Net interest spread       $ 10,562,846   2.62 %       $ 9,867,031   2.47 %       $ 8,010,573   2.11 %  
    Net interest margin           3.39 %           3.35 %           2.97 %  
                                           
         (1) Excludes investments in bank stock (Federal Reserve Bank, Federal Home Loan Bank, and First National Bankers Bankshares).  
                                           

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI Australia: Company and its director handed fines, suspended jail term, for illegal operation of a waste facility in Eagleby

    Source: Tasmania Police

    Issued: 15 Apr 2025

    An asbestos removal and demolition company and its director have been sentenced for the illegal operations of their waste facility in Eagleby, after previously pleading guilty to similar offences late last year in one of Queensland’s worst-ever illegal asbestos waste matters.

    The sentences were handed down on 14 April 2025, by the Beenleigh Magistrates Court. Asbestos Demolition Specialists was sentenced for the following offences under the Environmental Protection Act 1994:

    • two offences for carrying out an environmentally relevant activity without an environmental authority; and
    • one offence for wilfully contravening an environmental protection order.

    The company was ordered to pay a fine of $150,000.

    The company’s director, Mr Anthony Palmer, pleaded guilty to the following offences under the same act:

    • three executive officer offences for failing to ensure the company complied with the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act 1994;
    • two offences for carrying out environmentally relevant activities without an environmental authority; and
    • two offences for knowingly making false statements to the Department.

    Mr Palmer was sentenced to six months imprisonment wholly suspended for three years and ordered to pay a further fine of $30,000.

    The offences occurred between 6 October 2022 and 12 April 2024 and are largely a continuation of the previous offending related to receiving, storing, and disposing of waste illegally after an extensive investigation by the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation. While these offences are serious, they did not involve asbestos waste.

    In October 2024, Asbestos Demolition Specialists was fined $400,000, and the company’s director copped a $100,000 fine after pleading guilty to multiple offences relating to the illegal operation of a waste facility in Eagleby.

    These previous offences occurred between 29 May 2019 and 7 October 2022.

    “Our role as Queensland’s environmental regulator means taking strong enforcement action against operators found to be noncompliant with their environmental obligations.

    “Unlicensed operations have the potential to undermine and undercut licenced operators who have obtained the correct authorities to operate.

    “An Environmental Authority, issued by the department, provides businesses with conditions they must comply with to manage environmental risks associated with their operations.

    “The repeated nature of these offences, and the lack of action from the company and Mr Palmer is extremely disappointing.

    “Thanks to the hard work of our compliance officers and investigators, who were critical in holding this company and its director accountable for their actions.”

    Brad Wirth, Executive Director, Industry Development and South East Compliance, DETSI

    MIL OSI News

  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Proposed updates to forest types and default carbon tables for exotic forests in the NZ Emissions Trading Scheme and other regulatory amendments

    Source: Ministry for Primary Industries

    Have your say

    The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is consulting on changes to improve the default carbon tables for exotic forests in the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (NZ ETS). Default carbon tables are used by small-scale forestry participants to calculate the carbon stored in their forests. We are also consulting on other technical regulatory amendments for forestry in the NZ ETS.

    We want your feedback about the proposals – summaries are on this page and full details are in the discussion document.

    You can send us your submission from 15 April until 5pm on 16 May 2025.

    Discussion document

    Proposed changes to forestry in the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (NZ ETS)  [PDF, 2.1 MB]

    Related documents

    Evaluating the potential for a default carbon table for redwoods and an updated default table for the exotic softwoods forest type for use in the ETS summary report [PDF, 3.3 MB]

    Section D: Technical report: Evaluating alternative carbon modelling and analysis models for redwoods [PDF, 2 MB]

    Section E: Impacts of silviculture and coppicing on carbon stocks in redwoods [PDF, 3.3 MB]

    Updated default tables for the exotic hardwoods forest type for use in the ETS [PDF, 2.7 MB]

    Updating radiata pine carbon yield tables for use in the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme [PDF, 3.6 MB]

    Proposed updated and new default carbon tables in Excel format [XLSX, 86 KB]

    Introduction and summaries of the proposals

    The Maximising Forest Carbon Programme aims to improve how we measure, recognise, and reward carbon storage in our native and exotic forests. One of the ways it will do this is by improving the accuracy of the default carbon tables.

    Find out about Maximising Forest Carbon Programme

    Summary of proposed changes to the default carbon tables for exotic forests

    Participants with less than 100 hectares of forest land registered in the NZ ETS use the default carbon tables to calculate their forest’s carbon storage. The tables were developed in 2007–2008 using the best data available at the time but have not been meaningfully updated since.

    Tree species in the NZ ETS are grouped into 5 forest types for carbon calculations. These are:

    • Pinus radiata (radiata pine)
    • Douglas-fir
    • exotic hardwoods
    • exotic softwoods
    • indigenous (native).

    We are proposing updates to default carbon tables for the following types of exotic forest:

    • exotic softwoods
    • exotic hardwoods
    • Pinus radiata (radiata pine)

    We’re also proposing to introduce a new forest type and default tables for redwoods. Redwoods are currently in the exotic softwoods forest type but under our proposals redwoods would be separated from exotic softwoods.

    These improvements will help to ensure:

    • the forest types in the NZ ETS reflect the main types of forest grown in New Zealand
    • the default carbon tables provide robust carbon sequestration estimates
    • small-scale forestry participants are fairly rewarded for their carbon sequestration.

    Summary of proposed regulatory amendments in the NZ ETS

    Separate to the default tables proposals, we are also proposing some smaller amendments to the Climate Change (Forestry) Regulations 2022. These changes address technical issues. They are: 

    • clarifying whether young forests that fail to thrive should be considered first or subsequent rotation under averaging accounting
    • updating the deadline for the input calculator to align more closely to the deadline for emissions returns
    • streamlining the processing for transmissions of interest
    • simplifying the treatment of small areas
    • future-proofing the method of spatial measurement used for determining land area.

    Making your submission

    Send us your feedback on the proposals by 5pm on 16 May 2025.

    You can submit feedback on the whole document, or just the areas relevant to you.

    There are 3 ways you can make a submission – using an online form, or by emailing or posting your submission. 

    Online

    Complete our online submission form – Alchemer

    Email or post

    If you are sending us a submission by email or post, we encourage you to use the submission template. The submission template has the same questions as the online form.

    Optional submission form template [DOCX, 120 KB]

    When you have completed your submission, email it to etsforestrychanges@mpi.govt.nz

    Or post it to:

    Maximising Forest Carbon Programme
    Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service
    PO Box 2526
    Wellington 6140.

    Include the title of the consultation document with your submission: Proposed changes to forestry in the NZ ETS.

    Additionally, you may choose to include the following optional details:

    • your name and title
    • your organisation’s name (if you are submitting on behalf of an organisation, and whether your submission represents the whole organisation or a section of it)
    • your contact details (such as phone number, address, and email).

    Providing this information is optional. If you do include it, it will help us gain more insights from your submission.

    If you’d like more information, email etsforestrychanges@mpi.govt.nz

    Submissions are public information

    Note that all, part, or a summary of your submission may be published on this website. Most often this happens when we issue a document that reviews the submissions received.

    People can also ask for copies of submissions under the Official Information Act 1982 (OIA). The OIA says we must make the content of submissions available unless we have good reason for withholding it. Those reasons are detailed in sections 6 and 9 of the OIA.

    If you think there are grounds to withhold specific information from publication, make this clear in your submission or contact us. Reasons may include that it discloses commercially sensitive or personal information. However, any decision MPI makes to withhold details can be reviewed by the Ombudsman, who may direct us to release it.

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