Strong Core Performance
The company started the year with strong core performance, driven by impressive transformation of the deposit franchise, strong loan growth from diversified sources, improved efficiency, and high net promoter scores.
Deposit Franchise Transformation
The deposit transformation momentum continued with a 25 basis point reduction in average cost of deposits in the quarter, and a 64 basis point reduction from their high in Q3 2024.
Loan Growth
The company reported a 12% annualized pace of loan growth, with diversified and strategic growth from commercial verticals including commercial banking teams, commercial real estate, and healthcare.
Operational Excellence Initiatives
The company exceeded its original $20 million target for operational excellence initiatives, realizing $30 million in annualized impact through cost savings and new recurring fee income.
Financial Metrics
Core earnings per share of $1.5 on net income of $50 million, with core ROCE and ROA of 11.7% and 97 basis points respectively. The company's CET one ratio was 11.7%.