Sound Financial Bancorp Q3 net income rises on reduced funding costs
Overview
US community bank holding company reported Q3 net income and EPS up yr/yr, down sequentially
Net interest margin rose to 3.76% from 3.74% in Q2 and 3.48% a year ago
Company cites economic uncertainty and slower loan growth as factors in quarterly results
Outlook
Sound Financial Bancorp expects to maintain strong liquidity and capital while improving earnings profile
Company did not provide specific financial guidance for future quarters or the full year
Result Drivers
ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY - Co said economic uncertainty and rising rates weighed on business and consumer loan demand
LOAN PORTFOLIO MIX - Lower commercial construction loan balances offset by growth in home equity, residential construction, and floating home loans
LOWER FUNDING COSTS - Co said higher net interest margin was driven by reduced funding costs
Company press release:
Key Details
Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
Q3 EPS | $0.90 | ||
Q3 Net Income | $2.32 mln | ||
Q3 Dividend | $0.21 | ||
Q3 Net Interest Margin | 3.76% |
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