Consistent Profitability
Reported net earnings of $51 million or $0.36 per share for the fourth quarter of 2024, marking the 191st consecutive quarter of profitability.
Strong Capital Ratios
Reported a return on average tangible common equity of 14.3% and a common equity Tier 1 capital ratio of 16.2% for the fourth quarter of 2024.
Successful Deleveraging
Completed early redemption of a $1.3 billion bank term funding program, reducing interest expense by $15 million per quarter and increasing net interest margin by 13 basis points.
Deposit Growth
Total deposits and customer repurchase agreements increased by $505 million from December 31, 2023, including $315 million growth in nonmaturity deposits.
Effective Cost Management
Noninterest expense decreased by $355,000 compared to the third quarter of 2024, maintaining an efficiency ratio of 46.3%.