Strong Profitability Metrics
Return on Assets (ROA) was solid at 1.64%, and prepack pre-provision income grew by 7%, reaching $125 million during the quarter.
Net Interest Margin Expansion
Net interest margin expanded by 19 basis points in the quarter to 4.52%, driven by a favorable asset mix and lower funding costs.
Stable and Improving Credit Performance
Credit performance was stable with early delinquency down compared to the prior quarter, and net charge-offs decreased by $3.2 million from last quarter.
Capital Deployment Initiatives
Redeemed approximately $50 million in subordinated debentures and repurchased $22 million in common stock. Plan to deploy $100 million in stock buybacks in the second half of the year.
Positive Loan Origination Pipeline
The loan origination pipeline is healthy, with expectations for mid-single-digit growth for the year.