Increase in Net Interest Margin
The net interest margin for the third quarter of 2024 was 2.61%, up 8 basis points from the second quarter of '24, marking two consecutive quarters of an increase.
Record Loan Levels
Total loans reached an all-time high of nearly $5.1 billion, with significant growth in residential real estate and home equity lines of credit.
Strong Credit Quality
Nonperforming loans to total loans held steady at 0.38% over the quarter, reflecting high underwriting standards.
Growth in Net Income
Net income for the third quarter was $12.9 million, an increase of 2.6% over the prior quarter.
Increase in Book Value Per Share
Book value per share increased by 7.3% compared to the previous year, reaching $35.19.