Irvine, California – July 31, 2024 – CW Bancorp (OTCQX: CWBK), the parent company (“the Company”) of CommerceWest Bank (the “Bank”) reported consolidated net income for the second quarter of 2024 of $3,084,000 or $1.00 per diluted share as compared to $4,214,000 or $1.27 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2023, an EPS decrease of 21% and net income for the six months ended June 30, 2024 of $6,077,000 or $1.96 per diluted share as compared to $8,832,000 or $2.64 per diluted share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, an EPS decrease of 26%.
Key Financial Results for the three months ended June 30, 2024:
- EPS of $1.00
- Return on Assets of 1.14%
- Return on Tangible Equity of 16.77%
- ACL to total loans ratio of 1.60%
- Liquid funds to total deposits ratio of 20%
- No outstanding FRB or FHLB borrowings
- Non-interest-bearing deposits to total deposits of 59%
- Strong leverage ratio of 12.06% and total risk-based capital ratio of 19.67%
- 58 quarters of consecutive profits
Key Financial Results for the six months ended June 30, 2024:
- EPS of $1.96
- Return on Assets of 1.16%
- Return on Tangible Equity of 16.45%
- Deposit Growth of 3% as compared to March 31, 2024
- Total Asset Growth of 2.8% as compared to March 31, 2024
Mr. Ivo Tjan, Chairman and CEO commented, “The Bank had good results with quarter over quarter average deposit growth of 8% or $72 million and a ROTE of 16.77%.” Mr. Tjan continued, “We added some new business development lending staff in June that is contributing to a healthy loan pipeline, which positions us well for loan growth in the second half of 2024. The Bank continues to focus on growing relationships in the California business community.”
Total Assets increased $30.7 million, an increase of 3% from the end of the prior quarter. Total deposits increased $29.4 million as of June 30, 2024, an increase of 3% from March 31, 2024. Non-interest-bearing deposits decreased $4.6 million as of June 30, 2024, a decrease of 1% from the prior quarter. Interest bearing deposits increased $34.0 million as of March 31, 2024, an increase of 9% over the prior quarter.
Total assets decreased $50.9 million as of June 30, 2024, a decrease of 4% as compared to the same period one year ago. Total loans decreased $30.3 million as of June 30, 2024, a decrease of 4% from the prior year. The Bank remains prudent and conservative about credit quality. Cash and due from banks decreased $26.9 million or 11% over the prior year. Total investment securities increased $3.2 million, an increase of 2% from the prior year.
Total deposits decreased $54.4 million as of June 30, 2024, a decrease of 5% from June 30, 2023. Non-interest-bearing deposits decreased $27.1 million as of June 30, 2024, a decrease of 4% from the prior year. Interest bearing deposits decreased $27.3 million as of June 30, 2024, a decrease of 6% over the prior year.
Interest income was $13,344,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to $13,513,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2023, a decrease of 1%. Interest expense was $3,573,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to $3,113,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2023, an increase of 15%. Interest expense was up for the quarter due to the continued increase in the cost of deposits.
Interest income was $25,585,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, relatively unchanged as compared to $25,517,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023. Interest expense was $6,687,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to $5,258,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, an increase of 27%. Interest expense was up for the first half of 2024 due to the continued increase in the cost of deposits.
Net interest income for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $9,771,000 as compared to $10,400,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2023, a decrease of 6%. The net interest margin increased for the three months ended June 30, 2024. It increased from 3.79% in 2023 to 3.82% in 2024, an increase of 1%. Net interest income for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $18,898,000 as compared to $20,259,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, a decrease of 7%. The net interest margin decreased for the six months ended June 30, 2024. It decreased from 3.85% in 2023 to 3.80% in 2024, a decrease of 1%.
Provision for credit losses for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was zero compared to $99,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2023. Provision for credit losses for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was also zero compared to $174,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023.
Non-interest income for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $1,219,000 compared to $1,662,000 for the same period last year, a decrease of 27%. Non-interest income for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $2,427,000 compared to $2,915,000 for the same period last year, a decrease of 17%.
Non-interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $6,661,000 compared to $6,041,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 10%. Non-interest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $12,837,000 compared to $10,908,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 18%.
The efficiency ratio for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was 60.28% compared to 49.83% in 2023, which represents an increase of 21%. The efficiency ratio illustrates that for every dollar made for the three-month period ending June 30, 2024, it cost $0.6028 to make it, as compared to $0.4983 one year ago. The efficiency ratio for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was 59.86% compared to 46.43% in 2023, which represents an increase of 29%.
Capital ratios for the Bank remain above the levels required for a “well capitalized” institution as designated by regulatory agencies. As of June 30, 2024, the tier 1 leverage ratio was 12.06%, the common equity tier 1 capital ratio was 18.41%, the tier 1 risk-based capital ratio was 18.41% and the total risk-based capital ratio was 19.67%.
CommerceWest Bank is determined to redefine banking for small and medium sized businesses by delivering on customized products and services. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the Bank serves businesses throughout the state of California with our digital banking platform. By employing a strategically selected team of experienced professionals, we will provide flexibility, create a complete, safe and sound banking experience for each client. We provide a wide range of commercial banking services, including remote deposit solution, NetBanker online banking, mobile banking, lines of credit, M&A / working capital loans, commercial real estate loans, SBA loans and treasury management services.
Mission Statement: CommerceWest Bank will create a complete banking experience for each client, catering to businesses and their specific banking needs, while accommodating our clients and providing them high-quality, low stress and personally tailored banking and financial services.
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