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South Plains Financial, Inc.

SPFI

Financial Services

1mo

Loan Yield Trends and Repricing Outlook in a Low-Rate Environment

Loan yields increased to 6.99% in Q2, boosted by a full repayment interest recovery.
Excluding the one-time gain, the yield was 6.76%, with expectations of stabilization near current levels.
Management anticipates repricing of large credits in the next 18 months could increase yields by approximately 200 basis points.
New loan production rates are in the low to high 6s and low 7s for larger borrowers.
The bank is monitoring the impact of tariffs and economic conditions on consumer behavior and loan pricing.

SmartFinancial, Inc.

SMBK

Financial Services

3w

Financial Performance Summary

Credit quality remained strong with NPAs at 0.19% of total assets and net charge-offs at 0.01% annualized.
Deposit growth was sound at 5% quarter-over-quarter annualized with noninterest-bearing deposits holding steady at 90% of total deposits.
Loan growth was strong at a 13% annualized pace for Q2, slightly ahead of expectations.
Net interest income expanded to $40.3 million, up $2.1 million from the prior quarter, driven by higher loan yields.
Net interest margin increased to 3.29%, an 8 basis point improvement over the previous quarter.
Operating expenses were $32.6 million, at the low end of guidance, with increases mainly from merit increases and incentive compensation.
Operating noninterest income rose by $300,000 to $8.9 million, exceeding projections due to insurance, mortgage banking, and capital markets revenues.
SmartFinancial posted net income GAAP and operating of $11.7 million or $0.69 per diluted share for Q2 2025.
Tangible book value increased to $24.42 per share including AOCI impact, representing over 13% annualized quarter-over-quarter growth.

LendingClub Corporation

LC

Financial Services

2w

Launch of LevelUp Checking with 2% Cash Back for On-Time Loan Payments

Introduction of a first-of-its-kind checking product offering 2% cash back for on-time personal loan payments and 1% cash back on everyday purchases.
Nearly 6x increase in checking account openings per day post-launch, with 60% of new accounts by borrowers.
Management emphasizes the strategic goal of increasing member engagement, cross-sell opportunities, and long-term customer lifetime value.
Early results are encouraging, with a focus on building a sticky, multiproduct ecosystem.

First Internet Bancorp

INBK

Financial Services

3w

Financial Performance Summary

Cost of interest-bearing liabilities declined to 3.96% from 4.02%, helped by CD repricing and growth in lower-cost fintech deposits.
Diluted earnings per share were $0.02 for the quarter, impacted by elevated credit provisions and changes in noninterest income.
Interest income increased while interest expense decreased in Q2 2025, resulting in a net interest margin above 2% on a tax-effective basis.
Net income for Q2 was $28 million ($29.1 million fully taxable equivalent), up 11.5% and 11% respectively from Q1.
Net interest margin improved to 1.96% (2.04% fully taxable equivalent), driven by higher loan yields and lower deposit costs.
Noninterest income was $5.6 million, including $1.6 million gain on sale of SBA loans, down $7 million from the prior quarter due to holding loans longer.
Yield on average interest-earning assets rose to 5.65% from 5.57%, with loan yields exceeding 7.5% on new originations.

Stellar Bancorp, Inc.

STEL

Financial Services

3w

Return to Organic Loan Growth Driven by Market Conditions and M&A Activity

Loan originations nearly doubled in Q2 2025 compared to Q1, reaching $640 million, marking the highest level since 2022.
Pipeline remains healthy, supporting continued growth.
Market dynamics, including increased M&A activity in Texas, are creating opportunities for customer acquisition and talent recruitment amid some disruption.

Pathward Financial, Inc.

CASH

Financial Services

2w

Financial Performance Summary

Allowance for credit loss was 160 basis points with an annualized net charge-off rate of 52 basis points.
Approximately 604,000 shares were repurchased in the quarter at an average price of $74.49, totaling almost 1.9 million shares year-to-date.
Liquidity remains strong with nearly $2.7 billion available, higher than last year.
Loans and leases increased compared to last year, with commercial finance loan yields at 9.55% in the quarter versus 8.24% in the prior quarter.
Net interest margin in the quarter was 7.43% and adjusted net interest margin was 5.98%, both expanded from last year's quarter.
Noninterest income grew 11% from the prior year, driven by tax solutions, secondary market revenue, and card and deposit fees.
Nonperforming loans increased due to three specific loans, including one related to fraud but well collateralized.

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation

AGM

Financial Services

1w

Resilience and Risk Management in a Volatile Market Environment

Farmer Mac maintains a strong credit profile with decreasing delinquencies and substandard assets.
Prudent underwriting emphasizes loan-to-value and cash flow metrics to navigate market volatility.
The company’s diversified portfolio and strong capital levels position it well against economic uncertainties.
Management monitors industry and policy developments closely to adapt risk strategies.

Associated Banc-Corp

ASB

Financial Services

3w

Financial Performance Summary

Capital ratios increased: CET1 at 10.2%, TCE at 8.06%, both up year-over-year and sequentially.
Commercial & Industrial (C&I) loans grew over $700 million year-to-date, driving loan growth.
Efficiency ratio improved to below 56%, the lowest since early 2023.
Net interest income (NII) reached a record $300 million, up 17% year-over-year.
Net interest margin (NIM) expanded to 3.04%, up 29 basis points year-over-year and 7 basis points sequentially.
Nonaccrual loans decreased 16%, net charge-offs were 17 basis points, and provision expense was $18 million.
Noninterest expense was $209 million, slightly down from prior quarter, driving positive operating leverage.
Noninterest income was $67 million, up 3% year-over-year and 14% sequentially.
Reported earnings of $0.65 per share in Q2 2025.
Return on tangible common equity (ROATCE) improved to 12.96%, up 62 basis points from Q1.
Total loans grew 1% quarter-over-quarter and 3% year-over-year, or nearly 6% adjusted for loan sale.

BOK Financial Corporation

BOKF

Financial Services

3w

Launch of New Mortgage Finance Business and Pipeline Development

The company is launching a new mortgage finance line of business, with an expectation to fund the first loan in the next few weeks.
Approved 4 credit relationships with a strong pipeline, aiming for approximately $0.5 billion in commitments by year-end.
Operational readiness is prioritized, with a focus on system implementation and talent hiring to support growth in 2025 and beyond.

KEY

Financial Services

3w

Financial Performance Summary

Deposit costs were managed below 2%, with cumulative deposit beta reaching mid-50% range, matching terminal beta from the rising rate cycle.
Loan growth was strong, with commercial loans up about $3 billion year-to-date, and average loans up $1.6 billion period-end.
Net charge-offs were $102 million, down 7% sequentially, with credit metrics improving for the sixth consecutive quarter.
Net interest income grew 28% year-over-year and 4% sequentially, with net interest margin increasing 8 basis points to 2.66%.
Noninterest income rose 10% year-over-year, driven by investment banking, commercial mortgage servicing, commercial payments, and wealth management.
Pre-provision net revenue increased by $44 million sequentially, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of growth, with aggregate PPNR up over 60% since Q1 2024.
Reported second quarter earnings per share of $0.35, with revenues up 21% year-over-year and expenses up about 6% excluding charitable contributions.
Tangible book value per share increased 3% sequentially and 27% year-over-year.