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Stellar Bancorp, Inc.

STEL

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

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.

Navient Corporation

NAVI

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Loan Origination Growth Beat

$443 million refinance loans in Q2

We originated $443 million in refinance loans this quarter. This is twice the volume from the same period last year.

QCR Holdings, Inc.

QCRH

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Financial Performance Summary

Asset quality improved with net charge-offs declining and total NPAs to assets ratio at 0.45%, the lowest since September 2024.
Capital markets revenue rebounded sharply to $24 million, up $14 million from the prior quarter, exceeding guidance.
Core deposits grew $410 million or 8% annualized year-to-date, supporting strong funding base.
Efficiency ratio improved to 55.8%, the lowest in four years, reflecting disciplined expense management.
Loan growth accelerated by $286 million or 17% annualized, net of planned runoff from M2 equipment loans.
Net interest income increased by $3 million or 18% annualized, driven by net interest margin (NIM) expansion and strong loan growth.
Record quarterly net income of $37 million and earnings per share of $2.17, representing 26% growth compared to the prior quarter.
Wealth management revenue grew 8% linked quarter to over $5 million, with year-over-year growth of 15% annualized.

Old Second Bancorp, Inc.

OSBC

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Impact of Evergreen Acquisition on Profitability and Capital Ratios

The acquisition of Bancorp Financial and Evergreen Bank Group significantly impacted Q3 earnings, with adjusted net income excluding acquisition-related costs reaching $28.4 million.
Day 2 provision on non-PCD loans related to Evergreen was $13.2 million pretax, highlighting the integration's immediate credit impact.
Despite the acquisition costs of $11.8 million, tangible book value increased, and the capital ratios remained resilient, with tangible equity ratio only declining by 42 basis points.
Management expects the earn-back period for the Evergreen deal to be significantly shorter than the initially estimated three years, due to strong performance and integration.
Loan purchase accounting accretion contributed $1.3 million, but is expected to be a small contributor going forward, indicating limited ongoing impact.
The acquisition has led to a substantial increase in total loans by $1.27 billion, primarily from the Evergreen deal, boosting net interest margin and profitability.

Old Second Bancorp, Inc.

OSBC

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Financial Performance Summary

Allowance for credit losses rose to $75 million or 1.43% of total loans, reflecting acquisition-related provisions and portfolio mix changes.
GAAP net income was $9.9 million or $0.18 per diluted share in Q3 2025, with adjusted net income excluding acquisition impacts at $28.4 million or $0.53 per diluted share.
Net interest margin (NIM) improved to 5.05%, up 20 basis points from last quarter and 41 basis points year-over-year.
Net loan charge-offs were $5.1 million, mainly from the Powersport portfolio and transportation industry.
Noninterest expense increased by $19.7 million from the prior quarter, including $11.8 million in acquisition-related costs.
Noninterest income grew, driven by a 26.1% increase in wealth management fees and a 10% increase in service charges on deposits.
Return on assets was 0.56%, and return on average tangible common equity was 6.16% for the quarter.
Total loans increased by $1.27 billion primarily due to the Bancorp Financial acquisition, with loan-to-deposit ratio rising to 91.4%.

TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc.

TRTX

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Market Opportunity Driven by Bank Pullback in Direct Lending

Market conditions created an excellent window for TRTX to capitalize on widening loan spreads, especially as banks continued their reluctance to engage in direct lending.
TRTX executed 7 new loans totaling $696 million during the quarter, with a weighted average loan-to-value ratio of 68%.
The market backdrop allowed TRTX to leverage its dry powder and stable liability structure for attractive risk-adjusted returns.

SouthState Corporation

SSB

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Loan Production Increase

57%

The pipeline growth in the first quarter led to a 57% increase in loan production from around $2 billion a quarter to over $3 billion in the second quarter.

SouthState Corporation

SSB

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Successful Completion of Texas and Colorado System Conversion Amidst Market Disruption

The bank completed a major IT system conversion in Texas and Colorado, involving 400 staff serving as ambassadors during a 3-week transition.
Over 1,000 employees contributed to the successful conversion, which was described as one of the best in the company's history.
The conversion coincided with a 35% increase in loan production in Texas and Colorado, indicating operational resilience and strategic timing.

Ally Financial Inc.

ALLY

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Ally's Strategic Focus on Core Franchises and Momentum

Michael Rhodes emphasized that Ally has refocused on core franchises like auto finance and corporate finance, with no plans for further diversification into new areas.
The company reported a 166% increase in adjusted EPS to $1.15 per share, driven by structural tailwinds and disciplined management, indicating strong momentum.
Ally's strategy includes leveraging its brand and culture, which received recognition such as the American Banker award for the most powerful woman in banking.
Management highlighted that their momentum is supported by disciplined execution, digital engagement, and a focus on high-quality customer relationships.
The company sees organic growth potential in its existing fragmented markets, with no desire to expand into new product lines outside their current scope.

U.S. Bancorp

USB

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Impact Finance Growth and Tax Benefits Post-Union Bank Acquisition

Impact Finance, bolstered by the Union Bank acquisition, grew at a 17% CAGR from 2021 to 2024 and is a core part of fee income.
The business has expanded its tax credit syndication capabilities, providing a net tax benefit that supports EPS growth.
Management anticipates additional growth from recent executive orders, especially in environmental, affordable housing, and community finance solutions.
Impact Finance's growth is driven by legislative support, market share gains, and strategic focus on renewable energy and low-income housing.
The segment's revenue and strategic importance have increased significantly, making it a key driver of the company's fee income and tax strategy.

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