Financial Performance - Record quarterly net income of $36.7 million, or $2.16 per diluted share, representing a 26% increase compared to the second quarter of 2025[1] - Adjusted net income for the third quarter of 2025 was $36.9 million, or $2.17 per diluted share, compared to $29.4 million and $1.73 for the second quarter of 2025[2] - Net income for the third quarter of 2025 was $36.714 million, up from $29.019 million in the second quarter[40] - For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, net income was $91.530 million, an increase from $83.625 million for the same period in 2024[43] - Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, was $36,937,000, compared to $29,416,000 for the same quarter in 2024, representing a 25.6% increase[66] - Total adjusted income (non-GAAP) for the quarter was $36,714,000, compared to $29,019,000 in the previous quarter, representing a 26.5% increase[66] Revenue and Income Sources - Net interest income totaled $64.8 million, an increase of $2.7 million, or 18% annualized, from the second quarter of 2025[4] - Total noninterest income for the third quarter of 2025 was $36.651 million, significantly higher than $22.115 million in the previous quarter[40] - Capital markets revenue reached $23.8 million, up 141% on a linked-quarter basis[6] - Trust fees for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, were $10.625 million, up from $9.572 million in the previous year[43] - Noninterest income (GAAP) for the quarter was $36,651,000, significantly higher than $22,115,000 in the previous quarter, indicating a 65.8% increase[66] Asset and Loan Growth - Total loans and leases held for investment grew by $253.7 million to $7.2 billion, with annualized loan growth of 17%[14] - Loans/leases receivable held for investment rose to $7,177,464 thousand, an increase of 3.67% from $6,923,762 thousand in the prior quarter[36] - Total loans and leases for Quad City Bank and Trust reached $2,118,791 thousand, an increase from $2,032,168 thousand in the previous quarter, representing a growth of 4.3%[58] Deposits and Borrowings - Total core deposits increased by $99.0 million, or 6% annualized, from the second quarter of 2025[16] - Total deposits reached $7,380,068 thousand, showing a slight increase of 0.85% compared to $7,318,353 thousand in the previous quarter[36] - Total deposits for Quad City Bank and Trust rose to $2,407,371 thousand, compared to $2,309,942 thousand in the previous quarter, marking an increase of 4.2%[58] - Total borrowings increased significantly to $706,827 thousand, up from $509,359 thousand, marking a rise of 38.76%[36] Efficiency and Ratios - The efficiency ratio improved to 55.78%, the lowest in four years[12] - The efficiency ratio (Non-GAAP) improved to 55.78%, compared to 58.89% in the previous quarter[46] - The return on average assets (annualized) increased to 1.57%, up from 1.27% in the previous quarter[46] - Adjusted return on average assets (annualized) (non-GAAP) was 1.58%, up from 1.29% in the previous quarter, reflecting a significant improvement[66] Shareholder Returns - The Company repurchased 129,056 shares at an average price of $77.49 per share, returning $10.0 million to shareholders[26] - The Board authorized a new share repurchase program for up to 1.7 million shares, approximately 10% of outstanding shares as of September 30, 2025[26] Market Capitalization and Equity - As of September 30, 2025, the company reported a market capitalization of $1,273.69 million, an increase from $1,149.87 million as of June 30, 2025[46] - Total stockholders' equity grew to $1,086,915 thousand, an increase of 3.45% from $1,050,554 thousand in the prior quarter[36] - The company’s book value per common share increased to $64.55, up from $62.04 in the previous quarter[46] Risk Factors - The company highlighted ongoing risks including increased competition in the financial services sector and potential impacts from economic conditions and regulatory changes[33] Credit Quality - The allowance for credit losses remained stable at $88,770 thousand, consistent with the previous quarter's figure of $88,732 thousand[36] - Nonperforming assets as a percentage of total assets were 0.45% as of September 30, 2025, slightly down from 0.46% in the previous quarter[55] - Total criticized loans amounted to $144,069 thousand, a decrease from $149,661 thousand in the previous quarter[55] - The ACL on loans/leases held for investment as a percentage of loans/leases held for investment for Quad City Bank and Trust was 1.24% as of September 30, 2025, down from 1.32% in June 2025[58]

Board Approves New Share Repurchase Program Authorization for Up to 1.7 Million SharesThird Quarter 2025 Highlights Record third quarter net income of $36.7 million, or $2.16 per diluted shareRecord adjusted net income1 of $36.9 million, or $2.17 per diluted shareNet interest income growth of 18% annualized and NIM TEY1 expansion of five basis points to 3.51%ROAA of 1.57% annualizedCapital markets revenue of $23.8 million, up 141% on a linked-quarter basisLoan growth of 15% annualizedTangible book value per ...

Core Insights - QCR Holdings, Inc. is a multi-bank holding company providing various financial services, operating in several communities and competing with regional banks [1] - The consensus price target for QCR Holdings is stable at $83, while Raymond James has set a lower target of $64, indicating differing analyst outlooks [2][6] - QCR Holdings reported Q2 2025 earnings of $1.73 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.63, but analysts predict a decline in future earnings [3][6] - In Q1 2025, the company reported earnings of $1.53 per share, slightly above the Zacks Consensus Estimate, but a decrease from the previous year [4] - The company has shown positive developments, including a 20% annualized growth in core deposits and a 14% increase in wealth management revenue [5][6] - The tangible book value per share increased by $1.43, representing an 11% annualized growth [5]

QCR Holdings (NASDAQ:QCRH) was downgraded at D.A. Davidson, citing that the bank's 2026 growth and profitability metrics should reflect a peer valuation, not a premium. Shares were -1.08% pre-market to $74.06. "Looking at a projected below average growth profile and ...

Core Viewpoint - QCR Holdings, Inc. will release its third quarter financial results on October 22, 2025, and will host a conference call on October 23, 2025, to discuss these results [1]. Financial Results Announcement - The financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, will be released after market close on October 22, 2025 [1]. - A conference call and webcast will take place on October 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time [1]. Teleconference Details - Dial-in information for the call is 888-346-9286 (international 412-317-5253) [2]. - The event will be archived and available for replay until October 30, 2025, with replay access information provided [2]. Webcast Information - A webcast of the teleconference can be accessed on the Company's News and Events page at www.qcrh.com, with an archived version available shortly after the live event [3]. Company Overview - QCR Holdings, Inc. is a multi-bank holding company based in Moline, Illinois, serving various communities through its subsidiary banks [4]. - The Company operates 36 locations across Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois, providing full-service commercial and consumer banking, as well as trust and wealth management services [4]. - As of June 30, 2025, QCR Holdings had $9.2 billion in assets, $6.9 billion in loans, and $7.3 billion in deposits [4].

Group 1 - KBRA assigns a rating of BBB- with a Stable Outlook to the subordinated notes issued by QCR Holdings, Inc. [1] - The subordinated notes consist of two offerings: $50 million due September 15, 2035 and $20 million due September 15, 2037 [1] - The $50 million note is callable on the fifth anniversary of issuance, while the $20 million note is callable on the seventh anniversary [1]

Core Points - QCR Holdings, Inc. has completed private placements of $70 million in subordinated notes, consisting of $50 million in 6.875% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due September 2035 and $20 million in 7.225% Fixed-to-Floating Subordinated Notes due September 2037 [1][2][3] - The net proceeds from these placements will be used for general corporate purposes, including the redemption of previously announced subordinated notes [1][2] - The issuance supports the company's long-term growth strategy and reinforces its financial strength [2] Financial Details - The 2035 Notes will have a fixed interest rate of 6.875% for the first five years, transitioning to a floating rate thereafter, expected to be the three-month term SOFR plus 350 basis points [2] - The 2037 Notes will have a fixed interest rate of 7.225% for the first seven years, also transitioning to a floating rate, expected to be the three-month term SOFR plus 375 basis points [3] - The blended interest rate for the new issuances is below 7%, indicating a strong transaction [2] Company Overview - QCR Holdings, Inc. is a multi-bank holding company based in Moline, Illinois, serving various communities through its subsidiary banks [5] - As of June 30, 2025, the company reported $9.2 billion in assets, $6.8 billion in loans, and $7.3 billion in deposits [5]

[Part I Financial Information](index=4&type=section&id=Part%20I%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [Item 1 Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20(Unaudited)) Presents unaudited consolidated financial statements for QCR Holdings, Inc., covering balance sheets, income, equity, cash flows, and notes [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) | Metric | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | December 31, 2024 (in thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | **Assets** | | | | Total assets | $9,242,331 | $9,026,030 | | Net loans/leases receivable | $6,836,192 | $6,694,563 | | Total securities | $1,263,452 | $1,200,435 | | **Liabilities & Equity** | | | | Total deposits | $7,318,353 | $7,061,187 | | Total liabilities | $8,191,777 | $8,028,643 | | Total stockholders' equity | $1,050,554 | $997,387 | - Total assets increased by **$216.3 million** from December 31, 2024, to June 30, 2025, reflecting growth in net loans/leases and securities[12](index=12&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Income](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Income) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | Total interest and dividend income | $120,247 | $119,746 | | Total interest expense | $58,165 | $63,583 | | Net interest income | $62,082 | $56,163 | | Provision for credit losses | $4,043 | $5,496 | | Total noninterest income | $22,115 | $30,889 | | Total noninterest expense | $49,583 | $49,888 | | Net income | $29,019 | $29,114 | | Diluted earnings per common share | $1.71 | $1.72 | | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | Total interest and dividend income | $236,920 | $234,795 | | Total interest expense | $114,852 | $123,933 | | Net interest income | $122,068 | $110,862 | | Provision for credit losses | $8,277 | $8,465 | | Total noninterest income | $39,007 | $57,747 | | Total noninterest expense | $96,122 | $100,578 | | Net income | $54,816 | $55,840 | | Diluted earnings per common share | $3.22 | $3.30 | - Net interest income increased by **$5.9 million (10.5%)** for the three months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024, primarily due to lower interest expense[14](index=14&type=chunk) - Net income for the three months ended June 30, 2025, was **$29.0 million**, a slight decrease from **$29.1 million** in the prior year, while diluted EPS decreased from **$1.72** to **$1.71**[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income](index=8&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | Net income | $29,019 | $29,114 | | Other comprehensive loss, net of tax | $(1,671) | $(368) | | Comprehensive income | $27,348 | $28,746 | | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | Net income | $54,816 | $55,840 | | Other comprehensive loss, net of tax | $(1,267) | $(5,741) | | Comprehensive income | $53,549 | $50,099 | - Comprehensive income for the six months ended June 30, 2025, increased to **$53.5 million** from **$50.1 million** in the prior year, primarily due to a smaller other comprehensive loss[17](index=17&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity](index=9&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Stockholders'%20Equity) | Metric | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | December 31, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Common stock | $16,935 | $16,882 | | Additional paid-in capital | $376,571 | $374,975 | | Retained earnings | $717,956 | $665,171 | | Accumulated other comprehensive loss | $(60,908) | $(59,641) | | Total stockholders' equity | $1,050,554 | $997,387 | - Total stockholders' equity increased by **$53.2 million** from December 31, 2024, to June 30, 2025, driven by net income and stock-based compensation, partially offset by dividends and other comprehensive loss[18](index=18&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=10&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) | Cash Flow Activity | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $38,676 | $29,087 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(220,055) | $(332,791) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $194,416 | $298,754 | | Net increase (decrease) in cash | $13,037 | $(4,950) | | Cash and due from banks, ending | $104,769 | $92,173 | - Net cash provided by operating activities increased to **$38.7 million** for the first six months of 2025, up from **$29.1 million** in the prior year[19](index=19&type=chunk) - Net cash used in investing activities decreased significantly from **$(332.8) million** in 2024 to **$(220.1) million** in 2025, primarily due to lower net increase in loans/leases originated and held for investment[19](index=19&type=chunk) [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=11&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) [Note 1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies](index=11&type=section&id=Note%201.%20Summary%20of%20Significant%20Accounting%20Policies) - The interim unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP for interim financial reporting and reflect all necessary recurring adjustments[23](index=23&type=chunk) - The Company adopted ASU 2024-01 on January 1, 2025, which did not have a significant impact on financial statements. ASU 2023-09 and ASU 2024-03 are effective for future periods and are not expected to have a significant impact[27](index=27&type=chunk)[28](index=28&type=chunk)[29](index=29&type=chunk) [Note 2. Investment Securities](index=14&type=section&id=Note%202.%20Investment%20Securities) | Security Type | June 30, 2025 Fair Value (in thousands) | December 31, 2024 Fair Value (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------------ | :-------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Securities HTM | $803,565 | $800,583 | | Securities AFS | $271,517 | $281,109 | | Securities trading | $82,900 | $83,529 | | **Total securities** | **$1,157,982** | **$1,165,221** | - As of June 30, 2025, the investment portfolio included 677 securities, with 574 in an unrealized loss position, totaling approximately **15.01%** of the total amortized cost. Management concluded these losses were temporary due to the changing interest rate environment[34](index=34&type=chunk) - Trading securities, consisting of retained beneficial interests from Freddie Mac securitizations, had a fair value of **$82.9 million** as of June 30, 2025, a slight decrease from **$83.5 million** at December 31, 2024[37](index=37&type=chunk) [Note 3. Loans/Leases Receivable](index=18&type=section&id=Note%203.%20Loans/Leases%20Receivable) | Loan/Lease Type | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | December 31, 2024 (in thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | C&I - revolving | $380,029 | $387,991 | | C&I - other | $1,375,689 | $1,514,932 | | CRE - owner occupied | $593,675 | $605,993 | | CRE - non-owner occupied | $1,036,049 | $1,077,852 | | Construction and land development | $1,529,022 | $1,313,543 | | Multi-family | $1,251,763 | $1,132,110 | | Direct financing leases | $12,880 | $17,076 | | 1-4 family real estate | $592,253 | $588,179 | | Consumer | $153,564 | $146,728 | | **Gross loans/leases receivable** | **$6,924,924** | **$6,784,404** | | Less allowance for credit losses | $(88,732) | $(89,841) | | **Net loans/leases receivable** | **$6,836,192** | **$6,694,563** | - Gross loans/leases receivable increased by **$140.5 million** from December 31, 2024, to June 30, 2025, primarily driven by growth in construction and land development and multi-family loans[44](index=44&type=chunk) | Metric | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | December 31, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Total NPLs | $42,489 | $44,350 | | NPLs as % of total loan/lease portfolio | 0.61% | 0.65% | [Note 4. Securitizations and Variable Interest Entities](index=28&type=section&id=Note%204.%20Securitizations%20and%20Variable%20Interest%20Entities) - The Company retained beneficial interests from Freddie Mac securitizations, classified as trading securities. Total assets related to these VIEs were **$82.9 million** at June 30, 2025, with a maximum exposure to loss of **$85.5 million**[65](index=65&type=chunk)[67](index=67&type=chunk) - The Company determined it was not the primary beneficiary of the VIEs as of June 30, 2025, as it lacked the power to direct the most significant activities[66](index=66&type=chunk) [Note 5. Derivatives and Hedging Activities](index=28&type=section&id=Note%205.%20Derivatives%20and%20Hedging%20Activities) | Derivative Type | June 30, 2025 Fair Value (in thousands) | December 31, 2024 Fair Value (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :-------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Hedged Derivatives Assets | $866 | $2,023 | | Unhedged Derivatives Assets | $184,116 | $184,878 | | Hedged Derivatives Liabilities | $(25,805) | $(31,063) | | Unhedged Derivatives Liabilities | $(183,700) | $(183,760) | | **Net Derivatives** | **$(24,523)** | **$(27,922)** | - The Company uses interest rate swaps, caps, collars, and swaptions to manage interest rate risk. Changes in fair value for cash flow hedges are recorded in AOCI, while fair value hedges impact interest income/expense[68](index=68&type=chunk)[69](index=69&type=chunk) - Unhedged derivatives, primarily back-to-back interest rate swaps, are marked-to-market with changes recognized in current earnings. The fair value of swaptions, used to hedge regulatory capital ratios, was **$416 thousand** at June 30, 2025[70](index=70&type=chunk) [Note 6. Income Taxes](index=33&type=section&id=Note%206.%20Income%20Taxes) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | Federal and state income tax expense | $1,552 | $2,554 | | Effective tax rate | 5.1% | 8.1% | | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | Federal and state income tax expense | $1,860 | $3,726 | | Effective tax rate | 3.3% | 6.3% | - The effective tax rate for the first six months of 2025 was **3.3%**, down from **6.3%** in the prior year, primarily due to tax benefits from equity compensation, new state tax credit investments, and lower pre-tax income from capital markets revenue[75](index=75&type=chunk) - The Company adopted ASU 2023-02 on January 1, 2024, for tax credit investments, applying the proportional amortization method[76](index=76&type=chunk) [Note 7. Earnings Per Share](index=35&type=section&id=Note%207.%20Earnings%20Per%20Share) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Net income (in thousands) | $29,019 | $29,114 | | Basic EPS | $1.71 | $1.73 | | Diluted EPS | $1.71 | $1.72 | | Weighted average common shares outstanding | 16,928,542 | 16,814,814 | | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Net income (in thousands) | $54,816 | $55,840 | | Basic EPS | $3.24 | $3.32 | | Diluted EPS | $3.22 | $3.30 | | Weighted average common shares outstanding | 16,914,663 | 16,799,081 | [Note 8. Fair Value](index=35&type=section&id=Note%208.%20Fair%20Value) | Asset Type (June 30, 2025) | Fair Value (in thousands) | Level 1 (in thousands) | Level 2 (in thousands) | Level 3 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------ | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | | Securities AFS | $271,517 | $0 | $271,517 | $0 | | Securities trading | $82,900 | $0 | $0 | $82,900 | | Derivatives (assets) | $184,982 | $0 | $184,982 | $0 | | Derivatives (liabilities) | $209,505 | $0 | $209,505 | $0 | | Loans/leases evaluated individually | $55,773 | $0 | $0 | $55,773 | | OREO | $67 | $0 | $0 | $67 | - Trading securities and individually evaluated loans/leases are classified as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy, with fair values estimated using discounted cash flow methods or collateral appraisals[82](index=82&type=chunk)[83](index=83&type=chunk) - For Level 3 assets, appraisal adjustments for loans/leases ranged from **-10.00%** to **-30.00%**, and for OREO from **0.00%** to **-35.00%**[85](index=85&type=chunk) [Note 9. Business Segment Information](index=40&type=section&id=Note%209.%20Business%20Segment%20Information) - The Company's Commercial Banking business is divided into four subsidiary banks (QCBT, CRBT, CSB, and GB), each managed separately due to different market dynamics[88](index=88&type=chunk) - For the three months ended June 30, 2025, QCBT reported net income of **$8.2 million**, CRBT **$15.4 million**, CSB **$5.2 million**, and GB **$5.0 million**[89](index=89&type=chunk) - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, QCBT reported net income of **$16.8 million**, CRBT **$29.0 million**, CSB **$9.3 million**, and GB **$9.1 million**[90](index=90&type=chunk) [Note 10. Regulatory Capital Requirements](index=42&type=section&id=Note%2010.%20Regulatory%20Capital%20Requirements) - As of June 30, 2025, the Company and its subsidiary banks met all capital adequacy requirements and were categorized as 'well capitalized' under regulatory frameworks[92](index=92&type=chunk)[93](index=93&type=chunk) | Capital Ratio (Company) | June 30, 2025 Actual Ratio | Minimum for Capital Adequacy | Minimum for Well Capitalized | | :------------------------------------ | :--------------------------- | :--------------------------- | :--------------------------- | | Total risk-based capital | 14.26% | > 8.00% | > 10.00% | | Tier 1 risk-based capital | 10.96% | > 6.00% | > 8.00% | | Tier 1 leverage | 11.22% | > 4.00% | > 5.00% | | Common equity Tier 1 | 10.43% | > 4.50% | > 6.50% | [Note 11. Commitments](index=43&type=section&id=Note%2011.%20Commitments) - The Company has a remaining commitment of approximately **$17.9 million** for the construction of a new CSB facility in Ankeny, Iowa, anticipated to be completed in 2026[95](index=95&type=chunk) [Note 12. Subsequent Events](index=43&type=section&id=Note%2012.%20Subsequent%20Events) - On July 25, 2025, the Company issued notices to redeem all **$20.0 million** of its 5.25% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2030 on September 30, 2025, and all **$50.0 million** of its 5.125% Fixed-to-Floating Subordinated Note due 2030 on September 15, 2025[96](index=96&type=chunk)[97](index=97&type=chunk)[98](index=98&type=chunk)[99](index=99&type=chunk) [Item 2 Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=45&type=section&id=Item%202%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management's perspective on Q2 and H1 2025 financial condition and results, covering executive overview, strategic metrics, reconciliations, and financial components [Introduction](index=45&type=section&id=Introduction) - This section reviews the financial condition and results of operations for QCR Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries as of and for the three and six months ending June 30, 2025[100](index=100&type=chunk) [General](index=45&type=section&id=General) - As of June 30, 2025, the Company had **$9.3 billion** in consolidated assets, including **$6.8 billion** in net loans/leases, and **$7.3 billion** in deposits[102](index=102&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies and Critical Accounting Estimates](index=45&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies%20and%20Critical%20Accounting%20Estimates) - Critical accounting policies and estimates include the Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans and Leases and Off-Balance Sheet Exposures, and Goodwill[104](index=104&type=chunk)[106](index=106&type=chunk) [Executive Overview](index=45&type=section&id=Executive%20Overview) | Metric | Q2 2025 (in thousands) | Q1 2025 (in thousands) | Q2 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | | Net income | $29,019 | $25,797 | $29,114 | | Diluted EPS | $1.71 | $1.52 | $1.72 | | Metric | H1 2025 (in thousands) | H1 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | | Net income | $54,816 | $55,840 | | Diluted EPS | $3.22 | $3.30 | - Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) for Q2 2025 was **$29.4 million**, with adjusted diluted EPS of **$1.73**[107](index=107&type=chunk)[109](index=109&type=chunk) - Net interest income in Q2 2025 increased **3% QoQ** and **11% YoY**, driven by higher average earning assets and investment yields, and a decrease in the cost of interest-bearing deposits[110](index=110&type=chunk) - Provision for credit losses in Q2 2025 decreased **$191 thousand QoQ** and **$1.5 million YoY**, primarily due to lower loan growth and a decrease in criticized loans[110](index=110&type=chunk)[111](index=111&type=chunk) - Noninterest income in Q2 2025 increased **31% QoQ** due to higher capital markets revenue from swap fees, but decreased **28% YoY** due to overall lower capital markets revenue[114](index=114&type=chunk) - Noninterest expense in Q2 2025 increased **7% QoQ** due to higher capital markets revenue's impact on variable compensation and professional fees for digital transformation, but decreased **1% YoY** due to lower capital markets revenue's impact on variable compensation[114](index=114&type=chunk) [Strategic Financial Metrics](index=49&type=section&id=Strategic%20Financial%20Metrics) - The Company's long-term strategic financial metrics include generating loan and lease growth of **>9% annually**, growing fee-based income by at least **6% per year**, and limiting annual operating expense growth to **<5% per year**[115](index=115&type=chunk) | Strategic Financial Metric | Target | Year to Date June 30, 2025 | Year to Date June 30, 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------- | :------------------------- | :------------------------- | | Loan and lease growth organically | > 9% annually | 6.0% | 12.4% | | Fee income growth | > 6% annually | (36.1)% | (13.5)% | | Noninterest expense growth | < 5% annually | (6.3)% | (4.4)% | [Strategic Developments](index=51&type=section&id=Strategic%20Developments) - Loans and leases grew **8.0% annualized** in Q2 2025, driven by traditional and LIHTC lending, even with the runoff of m2 loans and leases[116](index=116&type=chunk) - Correspondent banking remains a core business, serving 189 downstream banks with **$97.3 million** in noninterest-bearing deposits and **$933.5 million** in interest-bearing deposits as of June 30, 2025[116](index=116&type=chunk) - Capital markets revenue from swap fees totaled **$9.9 million** for Q2 2025 and **$16.4 million** for H1 2025, influenced by macroeconomic and governmental uncertainty, but demand for affordable housing remains strong[116](index=116&type=chunk) - Assets under wealth management increased by **$347.7 million QoQ** and **$372.3 million H1 2025 YoY**, contributing significantly to noninterest income[116](index=116&type=chunk) [GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliations](index=53&type=section&id=GAAP%20to%20Non-GAAP%20Reconciliations) - Non-GAAP measures like TCE/TA ratio, adjusted net income, adjusted EPS, adjusted ROAA, NIM (TEY), and efficiency ratios are used to provide a clearer comparison by excluding non-core or non-recurring items[119](index=119&type=chunk)[120](index=120&type=chunk)[121](index=121&type=chunk) | Metric | June 30, 2025 | March 31, 2025 | June 30, 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------------ | :------------- | :------------ | | TCE (non-GAAP, in thousands) | $902,221 | $873,752 | $784,851 | | TA (non-GAAP, in thousands) | $9,093,998 | $9,003,784 | $8,720,523 | | TCE/TA ratio (non-GAAP) | 9.92% | 9.70% | 9.00% | | Metric | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q2 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------ | :------ | :------ | | Adjusted net income (non-GAAP, in thousands) | $29,416 | $25,953 | $29,259 | | Adjusted diluted EPS (non-GAAP) | $1.73 | $1.53 | $1.73 | | Adjusted ROAA (non-GAAP) | 1.29% | 1.15% | 1.33% | | NIM (TEY) (non-GAAP) | 3.46% | 3.42% | 3.27% | | Adjusted NIM (TEY) (non-GAAP) | 3.45% | 3.41% | 3.26% | | Adjusted efficiency ratio (non-GAAP) | 58.54% | 60.38% | 57.19% | [Net Interest Income - (Tax Equivalent Basis)](index=55&type=section&id=Net%20Interest%20Income%20-%20(Tax%20Equivalent%20Basis)) - Net interest income (GAAP) increased **3% YoY** for Q2 2025 and **10% YoY** for H1 2025. On a tax-equivalent basis (non-GAAP), it increased **11%** for both periods[127](index=127&type=chunk) - The increase in net interest income was primarily due to higher loan and investment growth, expanded loan and investment yields, partially offset by deposit growth with a lower cost of funds[127](index=127&type=chunk) | Metric | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q2 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------ | :------ | :------ | | Average Yield on Interest-Earning Assets | 5.74% | 5.66% | 5.99% | | Average Cost of Interest-Bearing Liabilities | 3.42% | 3.44% | 3.93% | | Net Interest Spread | 2.32% | 2.22% | 2.06% | | NIM (TEY) (Non-GAAP) | 3.46% | 3.42% | 3.27% | - The Company's cost of funds was **3.01%** for Q2 2025, a decrease from **3.43%** for Q2 2024, attributed to the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates in the second half of 2024[142](index=142&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=59&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) [Interest Income](index=59&type=section&id=Interest%20Income) - Interest income increased **$501 thousand YoY** for Q2 2025 and **$2.1 million YoY** for H1 2025. On a tax-equivalent basis, these increases were **$1.7 million** and **$4.4 million**, respectively[140](index=140&type=chunk) - These increases were primarily due to higher loan and investment average balances and margin expansion from higher loan yields[140](index=140&type=chunk) [Interest Expense](index=60&type=section&id=Interest%20Expense) - Interest expense decreased **$5.4 million YoY** for Q2 2025 and **$9.1 million YoY** for H1 2025, primarily due to a lower cost of funds[142](index=142&type=chunk) - The Company's cost of funds decreased from **3.43%** in Q2 2024 to **3.01%** in Q2 2025, and from **3.39%** in H1 2024 to **3.01%** in H1 2025, following Federal Reserve interest rate reductions[142](index=142&type=chunk) [Provision for Credit Losses](index=60&type=section&id=Provision%20for%20Credit%20Losses) | Provision Type | Q2 2025 (in thousands) | Q2 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | | Loans and leases | $4,667 | $4,343 | | Off-balance sheet exposures | $(624) | $1,153 | | Available for sale securities | $0 | $0 | | **Total provision for credit losses** | **$4,043** | **$5,496** | | Provision Type | H1 2025 (in thousands) | H1 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | | Loans and leases | $9,410 | $8,079 | | Off-balance sheet exposures | $(1,133) | $831 | | Available for sale securities | $0 | $(445) | | **Total provision for credit losses** | **$8,277** | **$8,465** | - The ACL for loans/leases held for investment was **1.28%** of total gross loans/leases at June 30, 2025, down from **1.33%** at June 30, 2024[146](index=146&type=chunk) [Noninterest Income](index=62&type=section&id=Noninterest%20Income) | Noninterest Income Category | Q2 2025 (in thousands) | Q2 2024 (in thousands) | % Change | | :------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | :------- | | Trust fees | $3,395 | $3,103 | 9.4% | | Investment advisory and management fees | $1,254 | $1,214 | 3.3% | | Deposit service fees | $2,187 | $1,986 | 10.1% | | Capital markets revenue | $9,869 | $17,758 | (44.4)% | | Earnings on bank-owned life insurance | $998 | $2,964 | (66.3)% | | Correspondent banking fees | $699 | $510 | 37.1% | | Loan related fee income | $1,096 | $962 | 13.9% | | Fair value gain on derivatives and trading securities | $230 | $51 | 351.0% | | **Total noninterest income** | **$22,115** | **$30,889** | **(28.4)%** | - Total noninterest income decreased by **28.4% YoY** for Q2 2025 and **32.5% YoY** for H1 2025, primarily due to a significant decline in capital markets revenue[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Trust and investment advisory fees increased due to growth in assets under management and market performance. Correspondent banking fees increased due to a shift from non-interest bearing to interest-bearing accounts[148](index=148&type=chunk)[149](index=149&type=chunk)[156](index=156&type=chunk) [Noninterest Expense](index=66&type=section&id=Noninterest%20Expense) | Noninterest Expense Category | Q2 2025 (in thousands) | Q2 2024 (in thousands) | % Change | | :------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :--------------------- | :------- | | Salaries and employee benefits | $28,474 | $31,079 | (8.4)% | | Occupancy and equipment expense | $6,837 | $6,377 | 7.2% | | Professional and data processing fees | $6,089 | $4,823 | 26.2% | | FDIC insurance, other insurance and regulatory fees | $1,960 | $1,854 | 5.7% | | Loan/lease expense | $407 | $151 | 169.5% | | **Total noninterest expense** | **$49,583** | **$49,888** | **(0.6)%** | - Total noninterest expense decreased slightly by **0.6% YoY** for Q2 2025 and **4.4% YoY** for H1 2025, primarily due to lower salaries and employee benefits from reduced variable compensation[160](index=160&type=chunk)[161](index=161&type=chunk) - Professional and data processing fees increased significantly (**26.2% YoY** for Q2 2025) due to higher CDARS/ICS expenses and costs related to the Company's digital transformation[163](index=163&type=chunk) [Income Taxes](index=69&type=section&id=Income%20Taxes) - Income tax expense for Q2 2025 was **$1.6 million**, down from **$2.6 million** in Q2 2024. For H1 2025, it was **$1.9 million**, down from **$3.7 million** in H1 2024[176](index=176&type=chunk) - The effective tax rate for H1 2025 was **3%**, down from **6%** in H1 2024, due to tax benefits from equity compensation, new state tax credit investments, and lower pre-tax income from capital markets revenue[176](index=176&type=chunk) [Financial Condition](index=69&type=section&id=Financial%20Condition) [Investment Securities](index=71&type=section&id=Investment%20Securities) - The Company's securities portfolio is managed to meet liquidity needs, prioritize interest rate risk, maximize return, and minimize credit risk, with a recent shift towards increasing tax-exempt municipal securities[180](index=180&type=chunk) | Security Type | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Municipal securities | $1,033,642 | $885,046 | | Residential mortgage-backed and related securities | $58,864 | $54,708 | | Trading securities | $82,900 | $22,362 | | **Total securities** | **$1,263,715** | **$1,033,402** | | Securities as a % of total assets | 13.67% | 11.65% | | Net unrealized losses as a % of Amortized Cost | (13.20)% | (7.17)% | | Duration (in years) | 5.6 | 6.2 | | Annual yield on investment securities (tax equivalent) | 5.46% | 5.08% | [Loans/Leases](index=71&type=section&id=Loans/Leases) - Total loans/leases grew **6.2% on an annualized basis** during H1 2025, even with the planned runoff of m2 Equipment Finance loans and leases[182](index=182&type=chunk) | Loan/Lease Type | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Construction and land development | $1,529,022 | $1,082,348 | | Multi-family | $1,251,763 | $1,477,483 | | C&I - other | $1,375,689 | $1,463,198 | | **Total loans/leases** | **$6,924,924** | **$6,854,386** | - Approximately **45%** of the CRE loan portfolio consists of LIHTC loans, all of which are performing and pass rated. Office exposure within the CRE portfolio is low at **3.2%** of total loans[183](index=183&type=chunk)[185](index=185&type=chunk) [Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans/Leases and Off-Balance Sheet Exposures](index=75&type=section&id=Allowance%20for%20Credit%20Losses%20on%20Loans/Leases%20and%20OBS%20Exposures) | Metric | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | ACL for loans/leases, beginning balance | $89,841 | $87,200 | | Provision for loans/leases | $9,410 | $8,079 | | Charge-offs | $(11,434) | $(5,311) | | Recoveries | $915 | $617 | | **ACL for loans/leases, ending balance** | **$88,732** | **$87,706** | - The ACL for OBS exposures was **$7.1 million** at June 30, 2025, with a negative provision of **$624 thousand** in Q2 2025 due to a decrease in unfunded commitments[193](index=193&type=chunk) | Metric | June 30, 2025 | June 30, 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------------ | :------------ | | ACL for loans/leases / Total loans/leases held for investment | 1.28% | 1.33% | | ACL for loans/leases / NPLs | 208.84% | 260.77% | | Criticized Loans as a % of Total Loans/Leases | 2.16% | 2.41% | | Classified Loans as a % of Total Loans/Leases | 1.17% | 1.17% | [Nonperforming Assets](index=77&type=section&id=Nonperforming%20Assets) | Metric | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | March 31, 2025 (in thousands) | June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :---------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Nonaccrual loans/leases | $42,482 | $47,259 | $33,546 | | Total NPLs | $42,489 | $47,615 | $33,633 | | Total NPAs | $42,664 | $48,139 | $34,514 | | NPAs to total assets | 0.46% | 0.53% | 0.39% | - NPAs decreased by **$5.5 million** from March 31, 2025, to June 30, 2025, driven by payoffs and charge-offs, but increased by **$8.2 million** from June 30, 2024[200](index=200&type=chunk) - The majority of NPAs consist of nonaccrual loans/leases, for which specific allowances have been provided[201](index=201&type=chunk) [Deposits](index=78&type=section&id=Deposits) - Total deposits decreased by **$19.0 million** in Q2 2025, following robust growth in Q1 2025[204](index=204&type=chunk) | Deposit Type | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Noninterest bearing demand deposits | $952,032 | $956,445 | | Interest bearing demand deposits | $5,087,783 | $4,644,918 | | Time deposits | $974,341 | $859,593 | | Brokered deposits | $304,197 | $303,711 | | **Total deposits** | **$7,318,353** | **$6,764,667** | - Deposits in the ICS/CDARS program totaled **$2.4 billion**, representing **32.8%** of all deposits, as of June 30, 2025[205](index=205&type=chunk) [Borrowings](index=79&type=section&id=Borrowings) - Borrowings increased by **$79.4 million (18%)** in Q2 2025, primarily due to increased funding needs from strong loan and investment growth[179](index=179&type=chunk) | Borrowing Type | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Federal funds purchased | $1,350 | $1,600 | | Term FHLB advances | $145,383 | $135,000 | | Overnight FHLB advances | $80,000 | $350,000 | | Subordinated notes | $233,701 | $233,300 | | Junior subordinated debentures | $48,925 | $48,800 | | **Total borrowings** | **$509,359** | **$768,700** | - Wholesale funding decreased by **$114.1 million** during H1 2025. The Company aims to reduce reliance on wholesale funding by replacing it with core deposits[212](index=212&type=chunk)[214](index=214&type=chunk) [Stockholders' Equity](index=80&type=section&id=Stockholders'%20Equity) | Metric | June 30, 2025 (in thousands) | June 30, 2024 (in thousands) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Common stock | $16,935 | $16,825 | | Additional paid in capital | $376,571 | $372,378 | | Retained earnings | $717,956 | $608,816 | | AOCI | $(60,908) | $(61,700) | | **Total stockholders' equity** | **$1,050,554** | **$936,319** | | TCE / TA ratio (non-GAAP) | 9.92% | 9.00% | - Total stockholders' equity increased to **$1.05 billion** at June 30, 2025, from **$936.3 million** at June 30, 2024. The TCE/TA ratio improved to **9.92%** from **9.00%** over the same period[217](index=217&type=chunk) - No shares were repurchased under the Company's stock repurchase program during H1 2025, with **760,915 shares** remaining for repurchase[219](index=219&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=81&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) - The Company's cash and short-term assets for liquidity totaled **$250.5 million** at June 30, 2025, up from **$194.4 million** at June 30, 2024[220](index=220&type=chunk) - Subsidiary banks had **$1.2 billion** in available lines of credit with correspondent banks at June 30, 2025, and the Company maintained a **$60.0 million** secured revolving credit note, fully available[222](index=222&type=chunk)[224](index=224&type=chunk) - Investing activities used **$220.1 million** in H1 2025, a decrease from **$332.8 million** in H1 2024, primarily due to a lower net increase in loans/leases[226](index=226&type=chunk) - Financing activities provided **$194.4 million** in H1 2025, with net deposit increases of **$257.2 million**, partially offset by a **$60.0 million** net decrease in overnight FHLB advances[227](index=227&type=chunk) [Special Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements](index=83&type=section&id=Special%20Note%20Concerning%20Forward-Looking%20Statements) - The document contains forward-looking statements regarding financial condition, results of operations, plans, and future performance, which are subject to inherent uncertainties[231](index=231&type=chunk) - Factors that could materially affect operations include economic conditions, regulatory changes, competition, technological changes (including AI), acquisitions, loss of key personnel, and market fluctuations[232](index=232&type=chunk)[236](index=236&type=chunk) [Item 3 Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=87&type=section&id=Item%203%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) Details the Company's market risk exposure, primarily interest rate risk, and management strategies, using a dynamic simulation model to quantify exposure and ensure policy compliance - The Company is subject to direct market risk from changes in interest rates, which can affect net interest income if interest-bearing liabilities and assets reprice at different rates[237](index=237&type=chunk) - Management uses a dynamic simulation model to quantify net interest income exposure to sustained interest rate changes, with policy limits of a **10% decline** for 200-basis point shifts and a **30% decline** for 300-basis point shocks[241](index=241&type=chunk)[244](index=244&type=chunk) | Interest Rate Scenario | Policy Limit | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :----------- | :------------ | :---------------- | | 300 basis point downward parallel shock | (30.0)% | 2.5% | 4.8% | | 200 basis point downward parallel shift | (10.0)% | 1.5% | 2.3% | | 200 basis point upward parallel shift | (10.0)% | (1.6)% | (3.2)% | | 300 basis point upward parallel shock | (30.0)% | (4.8)% | (9.2)% | - As of June 30, 2025, the simulation results were within board-established policy limits for all scenarios, indicating the Company's balance sheet is moderately liability sensitive[246](index=246&type=chunk)[247](index=247&type=chunk) [Item 4 Controls and Procedures](index=90&type=section&id=Item%204%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Confirms the effectiveness of disclosure controls and procedures as of June 30, 2025, with no significant changes to internal control - The Company's disclosure controls and procedures were deemed effective as of June 30, 2025, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of required information[251](index=251&type=chunk) - There have been no significant changes to the Company's internal control over financial reporting during the period covered by this report[252](index=252&type=chunk) [Part II Other Information](index=91&type=section&id=Part%20II%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [Item 1 Legal Proceedings](index=91&type=section&id=Item%201%20Legal%20Proceedings) No material pending legal proceedings against the Company or its subsidiaries, beyond ordinary routine litigation - There are no material pending legal proceedings to which the Company or its subsidiaries are a party, beyond ordinary routine litigation[255](index=255&type=chunk) [Item 1A Risk Factors](index=91&type=section&id=Item%201A%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes to risk factors since those disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 - No material changes have occurred in the risk factors applicable to the Company since those disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024[256](index=256&type=chunk) [Item 2 Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=91&type=section&id=Item%202%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) No shares were repurchased under the Company's share repurchase program during the first six months of 2025 - No shares were repurchased under the Company's share repurchase program during the first six months of 2025[257](index=257&type=chunk) - The program, approved on May 19, 2022, authorizes the repurchase of up to **1,500,000 shares** of outstanding common stock and does not have an expiration date[257](index=257&type=chunk) [Item 3 Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=91&type=section&id=Item%203%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) No defaults upon senior securities occurred during the reported period - There were no defaults upon senior securities[257](index=257&type=chunk) [Item 4 Mine Safety Disclosures](index=91&type=section&id=Item%204%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) Mine safety disclosures are not applicable to the Company - Mine safety disclosures are not applicable to the Company[257](index=257&type=chunk) [Item 5 Other Information](index=91&type=section&id=Item%205%20Other%20Information) No directors or executive officers adopted or terminated Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements during the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2025 - No directors or executive officers adopted or terminated Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements during the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2025[257](index=257&type=chunk) [Item 6 Exhibits](index=92&type=section&id=Item%206%20Exhibits) Lists exhibits filed with Form 10-Q, including CEO/CFO certifications and Inline XBRL interactive data files - Exhibits include certifications from the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer (31.1, 31.2, 32.1, 32.2) and Inline XBRL interactive data files for the consolidated financial statements (101, 104)[259](index=259&type=chunk)

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 13% improvement in earnings per share (EPS) over the first quarter, driven by increased net interest income and disciplined expense management [3][19] - Net interest income for the quarter was $62 million, a $2 million increase from the first quarter, with a net interest margin (NIM) expansion of 4 basis points [19][20] - Adjusted return on average assets (ROAA) was 1.29%, contributing to the increase in EPS [6][24] - Total non-interest expenses were $49.6 million, an increase of $3 million, but down 9% on an annualized basis compared to the first half of 2024 [23][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loan growth reached an annualized rate of 8%, with strong new loan production, despite a planned runoff of M2 equipment finance loans [3][26] - Capital markets revenue improved significantly, up more than 50% from the first quarter, totaling $10 million for the second quarter [4][21] - Wealth management revenue remained consistent at $5 million for the second quarter, reflecting an 8% growth compared to the same period in 2024 [22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company holds the number one market share in the Quad Cities and Cedar Rapids, Iowa markets, and is ranked sixth in Des Moines, Iowa, indicating strong competitive positioning [9][10] - Total deposits declined slightly by $19 million or 1% on an annualized basis during the second quarter, while average deposit balances rose by $72 million compared to the first quarter [27] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three primary lines of business: traditional banking, wealth management, and LITEQ lending, with significant opportunities identified in each [8][14] - A digital transformation initiative is underway to improve operational efficiency and enhance customer experience, expected to be completed by the first half of 2027 [11][12] - The company aims to strengthen its core deposit base as a top strategic initiative, which is expected to improve funding mix and profitability [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about solid loan growth for the remainder of the year, guiding for gross loan growth in the range of 8% to 10% in the second half [4][6] - The company anticipates capital markets revenue to normalize over the next four quarters, with a strong pipeline of transactions expected to close [5][6] - Management highlighted the importance of relationships in navigating economic uncertainties and emphasized the company's commitment to community engagement [7] Other Important Information - The company plans to call and replace $70 million of subordinated debt in September, which is expected to maintain current Tier 2 total risk-based capital levels [30][74] - The effective tax rate for the quarter was 5%, up from 1% in the prior quarter, primarily due to higher pretax income [31][32] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers Question: Can you talk about the margin and the outlook? - The company is guiding for a static to up four basis points in NIM for the third quarter, assuming no Fed rate cuts [34][35] Question: What is the appetite for buybacks going forward? - The company is building capital at a fast pace and will evaluate capital deployment options in the back half of the year [51][53] Question: What are the implications of the latest legislation for affordable housing? - Management does not anticipate immediate impacts but sees significant long-term implications for LITEQ allocations [56][58] Question: Can you provide insights on the credit side, particularly non-performing loans? - There is a high correlation between the decline in non-performing loans and net charge-offs, primarily from the M2 equipment finance segment [111][112]

Core Insights - QCR Holdings reported a revenue of $84.2 million for the quarter ended June 2025, reflecting a 3.3% decrease year-over-year, with EPS remaining unchanged at $1.73 compared to the same quarter last year [1] - The reported revenue fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $84.65 million, resulting in a surprise of -0.54%, while the EPS exceeded expectations by 6.13% against a consensus estimate of $1.63 [1] Financial Performance Metrics - Efficiency Ratio (Non-GAAP) was reported at 58.9%, higher than the average estimate of 55.9% from three analysts [4] - Net interest margin (GAAP) stood at 3%, below the average estimate of 3.5% from three analysts [4] - Total earning assets averaged $8.38 billion, matching the two-analyst average estimate [4] - Net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans/leases were 0.1%, better than the estimated 0.2% by two analysts [4] - Total noninterest income was $22.12 million, lower than the average estimate of $23.17 million from three analysts [4] - Gains on sales of residential real estate loans reached $0.56 million, exceeding the average estimate of $0.39 million from three analysts [4] - Capital markets revenue was reported at $9.87 million, below the average estimate of $12.8 million from two analysts [4] - Deposit service fees totaled $2.19 million, slightly below the average estimate of $2.2 million from two analysts [4] - Net Interest Income was $62.08 million, slightly above the average estimate of $61.9 million from two analysts [4] - Net interest income - tax equivalent (non-GAAP) was reported at $72.17 million, exceeding the average estimate of $71.73 million from two analysts [4] Stock Performance - QCR Holdings shares have returned +12.1% over the past month, outperforming the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +5.9% change [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 4 (Sell), indicating potential underperformance relative to the broader market in the near term [3]