Successful Merger with Northway Financial
Camden National closed its merger with Northway Financial, expanding its presence in New Hampshire. The combined institution now has total assets of approximately $7 billion and 73 branches.
Strong Financial Performance
Reported GAAP net income of $14.7 million for Q4 2024, a 12% increase from Q3 2024. Excluding merger costs, net income was $15.1 million, up 9% from Q3 2024.
Net Interest Margin Expansion
Net interest margin grew by 11 basis points compared to the third quarter, driven by lower deposit costs and strong operating results.
Growth in Wealth Management
Assets under administration increased by 12% to $2.1 billion as of December 31, 2024, reflecting strong momentum in fee income.
Excellent Asset Quality
Non-accrual loans totaled $4.8 million, representing 12 basis points of total loans, indicating strong asset quality maintenance.