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FinWise Bancorp (NASDAQ: FINW) reported its Q2 2024 results, with net income of $3.2 million and diluted EPS of $0.24. Key highlights include:
- Loan originations of $1.2 billion, consistent with Q2 2023
- Net interest income of $14.6 million, up from $13.7 million in Q2 2023
- Efficiency ratio of 66.3%, increased from 52.7% in Q2 2023
- Annualized return on average equity (ROAE) of 7.9%, down from 12.8% in Q2 2023
The company saw growth in its loan portfolio and deposits, with total assets reaching $617.8 million. However, nonperforming loans increased to $27.9 million, or 6.5% of total loans receivable. FinWise maintains strong capital levels, with a leverage ratio of 20.8% at the Bank level.
FinWise Bancorp (NASDAQ: FINW), parent company of FinWise Bank, has expanded its Board of Directors by appointing Susan Ehrlich, effective immediately. Ehrlich brings over 25 years of experience in lending, banking, and payments across fintech, financial services, and retail. She currently serves as Partner of Core Innovation Capital and has previously held board positions at Boeing Employees Credit Union and Petal Card. Ehrlich's expertise includes scaling growth, improving profitability through product innovation, and digital business transformation.
Kent Landvatter, CEO of FinWise, expressed enthusiasm about Ehrlich's appointment, highlighting her wealth of experience in fintech lending and payments, as well as her proven ability to build teams and grow enterprise value. Ehrlich stated her excitement to join the board and contribute to FinWise's continued success in the fintech banking and payments industry.
FinWise Bancorp (NASDAQ: FINW) announced it will report its second quarter 2024 results and host a webcast and conference call on July 25, 2024, after market close.
The conference call is scheduled for 5:30 PM ET to discuss the financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024.
The webcast will be available on the company's website, and a replay will be accessible for six months following the call.
The dial-in number for the conference call is 1-877-423-9813 (toll-free) or 1-201-689-8573 (international), with the conference ID 13746967.
Questions can be submitted via email to investors@finwisebank.com before 5:00 p.m. ET on July 24, 2024.
FinWise Bancorp (NASDAQ: FINW), parent company of FinWise Bank, has been ranked #2 on American Banker's list of the top-performing publicly traded banks with under $2 billion in assets. The ranking is based on a three-year return on average equity (ROAE) as of December 31, 2023, where FinWise achieved a remarkable 27%, substantially higher than the peer median of 10.91%. CEO Kent Landvatter credited the company's success to the dedication of its team and highlighted the meaningful progress on key initiatives throughout 2023.
FinWise Bancorp (NASDAQ: FINW) announced a new lending program in partnership with Plannery, aimed at providing debt consolidation loans for healthcare professionals.
This strategic initiative allows hospital systems to offer employees a one-stop solution to consolidate and reduce interest rates on various debts. The loans come with a payroll-linked payment structure that reduces missed payments and late fees, accelerating financial stability.
The product will be available nationwide and supports Plannery’s goal of reducing financial stress among healthcare workers, thereby improving employee retention and recruitment.
The partnership aligns with FinWise's diversification strategy and leverages its comprehensive financial solutions to support Plannery's broader financial service goals.
FinWise Bancorp (NASDAQ: FINW) reported a net income of $3.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.25 for the first quarter of 2024. Despite a decrease in loan originations and net interest income compared to the prior quarter, the company highlighted robust loan origination and credit quality performance. However, the efficiency ratio and annualized return on average equity decreased, and non-performing loans increased. The company remains focused on strategic initiatives, including share repurchase programs, to enhance long-term growth.
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