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Bankwell Financial Group (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported Q2 2024 GAAP net income of $1.1 million, or $0.14 per share, down from $8.0 million, or $1.02 per share, in Q2 2023. The company's pre-tax, pre-provision net revenue (PPNR) was $9.7 million, or $1.25 per share. The Board declared a $0.20 per share cash dividend. Key highlights include:
- Net interest margin expanded to 2.75%
- PPNR Return on Average Assets grew to 1.22%
- Noninterest Expense to Average Assets ratio of 1.55%
- Total gross loans decreased 2.3% to $2.7 billion
- Deposits decreased 2.7% to $2.7 billion
- FDIC-insured deposits represent 72.9% of total deposits
The earnings were impacted by an $8.2 million provision for credit losses, including a $6.6 million specific reserve for a commercial business credit.
On May 29, 2024, Bankwell Financial Group and its subsidiary, Bankwell Bank, elected Kevin Leitão to the Board of Directors. Leitão, founder of Leitão Law , brings over 30 years of experience in legal counsel, compliance, and risk management. His expertise in integrating technology into banking services, along with deep knowledge in regulatory compliance and information risk management, is expected to support Bankwell's innovation and compliance initiatives. This strategic addition aims to bolster the company's governance and drive forward its technological and regulatory goals.
Bankwell Financial Group reported a GAAP net income of $10.4 million ($1.33 per share) for Q1 2023, compared to $8.2 million ($1.04 per share) in Q1 2022. The Board declared a $0.20 per share dividend, payable on May 23, 2023. Total gross loans reached $2.8 billion, growing by 3.1% from the previous quarter. Deposits remained stable at $2.8 billion, with FDIC-insured deposits comprising 70.3% of total deposits. The company reported a net interest margin of 3.24% and an efficiency ratio of 46.9%. Revenue for Q1 2023 was $27.1 million, up from $20.5 million the prior year. However, net interest income is forecasted to decline by about 10% for the fiscal year due to increased deposit costs. Capital remains strong with $1.5 billion in available liquidity.
Bankwell Financial Group, effective March 9, 2023, has elected Jeffrey Dunne as a Director for both the Company and its subsidiary, Bankwell Bank. With over 30 years of experience, Mr. Dunne serves as Vice Chairman at CBRE, Inc. and leads the New York Capital Markets team. His extensive expertise in real estate and financial services, alongside his community involvement, is expected to enhance Bankwell's leadership. According to Chairman Blake Drexler, Dunne's experience makes him a valuable asset to the board.
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