Earnings Per Share and Revenue Growth
The company reported earnings per share of $0.35 on a fully diluted GAAP and core basis. There was a net interest income growth of more than $3 million for the quarter, with net interest margin expanding by 21 basis points.
Commercial and Industrial Loan Growth
Commercial and industrial loan growth was 6%, or 24% annualized, with the total commercial loan pipeline increasing to $376 million by the end of the period.
Asset Quality and Capital Levels
Asset quality remained strong with annualized net charge-offs at just three basis points. Total loans classified as special mention and substandard decreased by 5% to $149 million. The common equity Tier one capital ratio was 11.2%, and tangible book value per share was $19.16.
Premier Bank Initiative
The Premier Bank initiative is expected to drive organic deposit growth and additional margin improvement in the second half of the year. Nine premier banking teams were onboarded in April, which historically manage significant customer portfolios.