Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income available to common shareholders of $20.1 million, or $0.99 per diluted share for Q3 2025, reflecting strong financial results [4] - Return on average assets (ROAA) and return on average equity (ROAE) improved to 132 basis points and 13.31% respectively, both up notably from previous periods [5] - Full-year 2025 guidance for ROAA is now expected to exceed 115 basis points, up from 110 basis points, and ROAE is expected to be greater than 12%, up from 11.25% [5] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loan growth was 1.2%, driven by commercial lending, while total deposits increased by 3.9% [4] - Total commercial loans reached approximately $3 billion, reflecting a 1.6% increase from the previous quarter and an 8.3% increase year-over-year [6] - Consumer indirect loan balances increased by 0.6% from the previous quarter but were down 4.1% year-over-year [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced strong commercial growth in upstate New York, particularly in the Syracuse region due to Micron Technologies' investment [7] - Residential lending showed modest growth, with mortgage and home equity applications up 12% and 11% year-over-year respectively [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims for profitable organic growth and anticipates raising profitability targets for 2026 [21] - The focus remains on maintaining a strong balance sheet and enhancing capital ratios, with tangible common equity (TCE) improving to 8.74% [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about maintaining momentum into 2026, anticipating pent-up demand for credit to be released with future rate cuts [7] - The overall health of both consumer and commercial portfolios remains solid, with a focus on credit discipline and strong underwriting processes [11] Other Important Information - Non-interest income was $12.1 million, up 13.6% from the linked quarter, driven by various revenue streams [16] - The efficiency ratio for the year-to-date is about 58%, below the targeted 60% threshold [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook on margin and potential rate cuts - Management indicated that a modest impact from rate cuts is expected, with a potential recovery in margins in 2026 [24] Question: Buyback activity and capital levels - Management confirmed that the board approved a buyback plan to support shares and invest in the company [26] Question: Loan growth expectations for 2026 - Management expressed optimism about achieving mid-single-digit growth rates in loan production as they build their financial plan for 2026 [27]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the declining performance of China Merchants Bank (招商银行), particularly in terms of revenue and profit growth, while contrasting it with the strong performance of Agricultural Bank of China (农业银行) in the A-share market. Group 1: Stock Performance - As of October 23, only two of the 42 A-share listed banks have a price-to-book ratio (PB) above 1, namely Agricultural Bank and China Merchants Bank [1] - Agricultural Bank leads the banking sector with a stock price increase of 56.35% year-to-date, while China Merchants Bank has only increased by 12.13%, ranking 22nd among its peers [1] Group 2: Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, China Merchants Bank reported a revenue of 1699.69 billion yuan, a year-on-year decline of 1.72%, and a net profit of 749.30 billion yuan, with a slight increase of 0.25% [10] - The annualized return on equity (ROE) fell to 13.85% in the first half of 2025, down from over 15% in 2024 [3][10] - The bank's non-interest income decreased by 6.73% to 638.84 billion yuan, accounting for 37.59% of total revenue [10] Group 3: Loan and Asset Quality - As of mid-2025, the total real estate loans of China Merchants Bank reached 17499.33 billion yuan, with a notable increase in personal housing loans, while corporate real estate loans declined [13][14] - The bank's real estate non-performing loans decreased to 213.85 billion yuan, with the non-performing loan ratio for corporate real estate loans at 4.56% [13] Group 4: Regulatory Issues - China Merchants Bank has faced regulatory penalties totaling 22.06 million yuan in 2025, with the latest fine of 3 million yuan imposed for compliance failures [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Third quarter GAAP net income was $21,500,000, with EPS of $0.73, including $1,600,000 in merger-related expenses and a $77,000 gain on the sale of securities [11][12] - Non-GAAP core net income was $21,200,000, with EPS of $0.72, marking a solid quarter of consistent profitability with a core ROAA of 106% [11][12] - Core efficiency ratio improved to 60.45% for the quarter [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total loans held for investment decreased by $26,600,000 or 1.7% annualized on a linked quarter basis, with new loan production at $452,000,000 [12][13] - Residential loans increased by $47,600,000, while total commercial real estate (CRE) loans decreased by $71,100,000 [12][13] - Non-interest income for the third quarter was $11,700,000, with expectations for growth despite potential government shutdown impacts on SBA loan sales [20][40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total deposits increased by $87,200,000, primarily due to a net increase in interest-bearing deposits [13] - Non-interest bearing deposits represented 21% of total deposits, up from 20.3% at the end of Q1 [14] - The cost of total deposits was 2.65%, with a weighted average rate on new accounts at 3.32% [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on effective expense control, executing recent acquisitions, and maintaining a stable net interest margin [10] - Plans to close the Progressive Bank transaction early in Q1 2026, with a focus on optimizing partnerships and opportunities [7][8] - The correspondent banking unit is expected to generate over $17,000,000 in revenue this year, contributing approximately $5,000,000 to net income [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving a 1.2 core ROA run rate by the end of Q4 2025, with steady profitability and tangible book value increases expected [10] - The operational challenges faced this year have been successfully managed, with a focus on long-term value creation [6][7] - Management noted that customer sentiment is cautiously optimistic due to the potential for falling interest rates [56] Other Important Information - The company announced a quarterly common stock dividend increase, marking the ninth consecutive year of dividend growth [23] - The ratio of non-performing loans decreased to 0.27%, while non-performing assets slightly increased to 0.83% [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Expectations around core margin for Q4 in light of recent Fed cuts - Management expects a slight increase in margin due to deposit momentum and normalization of loan growth [26][28] Question: Evidence of loan growth rebound in Q4 - Early success in loan originations suggests a return to low to mid-single digit loan growth in Q4 [30][31] Question: Non-interest income growth expectations for Q4 - Momentum is building, but potential government shutdown may impact SBA loan sales, leading to flat quarter-over-quarter performance [39][40] Question: Future M&A plans and share repurchase opportunities - Focus remains on executing current acquisitions and organic growth, with potential for share repurchases if capital ratios allow [42][46] Question: Customer sentiment regarding future quarters - Customers are more optimistic with the prospect of falling interest rates, leading to increased forward planning [56] Question: Discussion on expenses and hiring plans - The company is maintaining disciplined expense management while being open to hiring opportunities as they arise [60][63]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Earnings per share (EPS) for the third quarter was $0.94, excluding merger-related charges, representing a 68% year-over-year increase [4][11] - Net income, excluding restructuring and merger-related expenses, was $90 million for the quarter, compared to $36.3 million in the prior year [11][12] - The net interest margin improved to 3.53%, up 58 basis points year-over-year [15][12] - Total assets increased to $27.5 billion, a 49% year-over-year growth [12] - Total deposits grew by 53.8% year-over-year to $21.3 billion [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fee income grew by 52% year-over-year, driven by organic growth across various business segments, particularly wealth management [3][12] - Total portfolio loans increased by 52% year-over-year, including $5.9 billion from the Premier Financial Corp. acquisition and $594 million from organic growth [12][13] - Non-interest income reached $44.9 million, a 51.5% increase year-over-year, attributed mainly to the Premier Financial Corp. acquisition [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Customer satisfaction scores in new markets have rebounded to pre-conversion levels, with overall satisfaction in the upper 80% percentile [6] - The commercial loan pipeline stood at approximately $1.5 billion, with over 40% tied to new markets [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on operational excellence to support long-term profitable growth and enhance shareholder value [3] - Plans to optimize the financial center network include closing 27 centers while opening new locations in Tennessee and Ohio [9][10] - The strategy emphasizes organic growth through loan production offices (LPOs) and expanding into new markets [9][76] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains optimistic about future loan growth despite challenges from commercial real estate payoffs, projecting mid-single-digit loan growth for 2025 [8][13] - The company anticipates a rebound in net interest margin during the fourth quarter, reflecting improvements in funding costs and loan growth [20][21] - The effective tax rate is expected to be around 19.5% for the year [22] Other Important Information - The company raised $230 million in Series B preferred stock to redeem Series A preferred stock and fund general corporate purposes [19] - The planned closure of financial centers is expected to generate approximately $6 million in net pre-tax annual savings [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Loan production and paydowns outlook - Management reported strong loan production with $2.3 billion in new production this year, up from $1.7 billion last year, and expects mid-single-digit loan growth for the remainder of the year [25][27] Question: Margin expectations - Management is confident in a 3 to 5 basis points quarterly expansion in net interest margin, despite potential Fed rate cuts [28][29] Question: Impact of branch closures on expenses - The closure of 27 branches is expected to provide a tailwind to expenses, allowing for reinvestment in technology and personnel [38][40] Question: Healthcare team growth potential - The healthcare team has closed about $250 million in loans and could potentially reach $300 to $500 million in loans annually [49] Question: Deposit competition - Deposit competition remains similar to previous quarters, with expectations of relief on deposit pricing due to commercial real estate payoffs [74] Question: Capital management and buyback plans - The company is focused on capital build and does not anticipate share buybacks in the near term [61][66]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - West Bancorporation Inc. reported a 16% earnings increase over the prior quarter and a 55% increase compared to the third quarter of the previous year [4] - Net income for the third quarter was $9.3 million, up from $8 million in the second quarter and $6 million in the same quarter last year [11] - The net interest margin improved by nine basis points compared to the previous quarter [11] - Loan yield increased to 5.66% from 5.59% in the second quarter and 5.52% in the first quarter of the year [12] - Core deposit balances decreased by approximately $82 million in the third quarter due to normal cash flow fluctuations [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loan outstandings were slightly up at just over $3 billion, with a few larger payoffs from asset sales and refinance activity [7] - The commercial real estate portfolio remains well diversified and is performing as expected [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Minnesota banking segment is experiencing a slowdown with manufacturing clients due to economic uncertainty, but new business opportunities are arising from M&A activity in the market [8] - The company is focusing on deposit-rich business banking opportunities and has successfully attracted new deposits from high-earning individuals [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is committed to maintaining strong credit quality and has no past dues or non-accrual loans [6] - There is a focus on organic growth and taking advantage of good loan opportunities, with no specific plans for capital deployment at this time [21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining a positive growth pace despite a more selective approach to loan opportunities [16] - The company anticipates continued margin improvements due to fixed-rate loans repricing into higher yields [19] - The effective tax rate is expected to stabilize similar to the first half of the year after a lower rate in the third quarter [20] Other Important Information - A quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share was declared, payable on November 19, 2025 [5] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on loan growth pipeline and market share in Minnesota - Management indicated that the pipeline is good but not as robust as in the past due to a more selective credit approach, expecting mid-single-digit growth going forward [16] Question: Funding growth outlook with deposit gathering - The objective is to fund growth through cash flows from the investment portfolio and deposit gathering, with potential short-term reliance on wholesale funding [17] Question: Margin tailwinds and deposit beta assumptions - There are still repricing opportunities in the fixed-rate loan portfolio, but deposit betas may not be as aggressive as in the past due to competitive pricing pressure [19] Question: Future tax rate expectations - The forward tax rate is expected to be similar to the first half of the year, with the third quarter being an anomaly [20] Question: Capital management and deployment priorities - No specific plans for capital deployment were mentioned, with a focus on organic growth and good loan opportunities [21]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted earnings per share increased by 5.7% quarter-over-quarter and 24.4% year-over-year [3] - Return on assets (ROA) improved to 1.11% from 0.87% in Q3 2024 [3] - Net interest income rose by $2.4 million, or 4.3% from the prior quarter, primarily due to a higher net interest margin [5][6] - Net interest margin increased to 3.64% from 3.51% in the prior quarter and from 3.30% in Q3 2024 [6][8] - Total deposits increased by $73 million in Q3 [4][16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total loan balances decreased by $5.7 million, despite an increase in loan originations [4] - Yields in the loan portfolio were 5.53%, up three basis points from Q2 [4] - Non-interest expense increased by $530,000, mainly due to higher compensation and benefits expenses [6][8] - New commercial loan commitments were $317 million, up from $248 million in the previous quarter [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Non-accrual loans totaled $17.6 million, representing 0.37% of total loans, up from 0.21% at the end of Q2 [9] - Non-performing loans increased to 0.44% of total loans from 0.39% in the previous quarter [10] - Criticized loans decreased by over $19 million during the quarter [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The pending merger with Olympic Bank Corp is expected to enhance profitability and position the company for growth in the Puget Sound market [3][17] - The company aims to maintain a loan-to-deposit ratio around 85% and is looking for opportunities to deploy more assets into loans [50] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in credit quality despite economic volatility, noting that no material impact has been observed [12] - Expectations for organic loan growth in 2026 are mid to high single digits, with a return to more traditional growth rates anticipated [24] - The company is closely monitoring the increase in non-performing loans but remains optimistic about credit metrics [11][12] Other Important Information - The company halted lost trade activity and did not purchase any securities in Q3 to preserve capital for the pending acquisition [5][8] - Regulatory capital ratios remain comfortably above well-capitalized thresholds, with a tangible common equity (TCE) ratio of 9.8% [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Spot cost of deposits and NIM for September - The spot rate on interest-bearing deposits was 1.87%, and the NIM for September was 3.66% [21] Question: Opportunities to reduce rates on non-maturity deposits - There is potential to reduce rates on approximately $1 billion in exception-priced deposits currently costing close to 3% [22] Question: Organic loan growth expectations for 2026 - Expected to return to mid to high single digits, with positive net advances anticipated as payoffs normalize [24] Question: Deposit growth factors - Growth is attributed to both seasonal factors and effective execution by the team [30] Question: Competition in the market - Competition remains strong, particularly for operating relationships, with some new accounts having higher average costs [36] Question: Progress on the Olympic acquisition - The acquisition is on track for early Q1 closure, with no concerns reported [37] Question: Capital priorities post-acquisition - Capital preservation is expected during the transaction costs, with future buybacks uncertain [49] Question: Loan-to-deposit ratio management - The goal is to increase the loan-to-deposit ratio back to 85% [50]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Core earnings per share for Q3 2025 was $0.91, with year-to-date core EPS at $2.66, reflecting a 3% growth compared to the previous year [3][9] - Net income was reported at $26.8 million, or $0.88 per diluted share, while core net income was $27.6 million, or $0.91 per diluted share [9] - Net interest income increased by 4.9% to $76.4 million, with a net interest margin rising by 5 basis points to 3.6% [9][10] - Non-performing assets decreased by $12.2 million, or 34.6%, to $23 million, representing 0.26% of total assets [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loans grew by $99 million across multifamily, CRE, and C&I portfolios, marking a 3.3% growth, up from 2.1% in the previous quarter [5][6] - The PACE portfolio saw total assessments grow by $27.4 million, with CPACE growing over 8% [5] - Deposits increased by over $415 million, with notable growth in the political segment (19% increase) and climate and sustainability segment (21% increase) [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total on-balance sheet deposits increased by $149 million, or 1.9%, to $7.6 billion, with an additional $265 million held off-balance sheet [10] - The tangible book value per share increased by $0.98, or 4%, to $25.31, growing over 46% since September 2021 [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is investing in a fully integrated digital modernization platform to enhance productivity and customer understanding [7] - Management is optimistic about future growth, emphasizing the importance of geographic diversity in managing loan growth targets [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the ongoing credit cycle and the need for early disclosure and decisive resolution of credit issues [4] - The company raised its full-year 2025 core pre-tax pre-provision earnings guidance to $164 million-$165 million [16] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit losses on loans decreased by $2.5 million to $56.5 million, with the ratio of allowance to total loans at 1.18% [15] - The company plans to continue share buybacks until the share price reflects forward earnings projections [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Specific reserve mentioned on page 11 - The specific reserve of $1.9 million is related to a multifamily property with an updated appraisal indicating a change in LTV [19][20] Question: Impact of potential rent freezes in New York City - Management does not expect significant impact from potential rent freezes in the next 18-24 months and sees potential upside in balanced housing approaches [22][24] Question: Concerns about federal funding for green energy projects - Management feels secure about existing projects as funding streams are locked in, and they are seeing acceleration in project transactions [25][26][30] Question: Positioning against regulatory scrutiny - The company focuses on compliance with laws and regulations, emphasizing strong performance and risk management to mitigate regulatory risks [31][32] Question: Expense management and guidance - Expenses are on track with the $170 million annual target, with potential upside if Q4 expenses align with Q3 levels [38][41] Question: Loan yields and new originations - Loan yields are expected to decline due to anticipated rate cuts, with new originations showing strong performance in the C&I and PACE portfolios [42][44]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net income for Q3 2025 was $9.9 million or $0.18 per diluted share, with a return on assets of 0.56% and a return on average tangible common equity of 6.16% [4] - Excluding adjusting items, net income was $28.4 million or $0.53 per diluted share, reflecting a significant impact from the acquisition of Bancorp Financial [5] - The tangible equity ratio declined by 42 basis points to 10.41%, but remains 27 basis points higher than the same period last year [7] - Net interest margin improved to 5.05%, a 20 basis point increase from the previous quarter and 41 basis points year-over-year [8][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total loans increased by $1.27 billion, primarily due to $1.19 billion of loans acquired with Bancorp Financial [9] - Non-interest income increased by $2.1 million compared to the prior year, driven by a 26.1% increase in wealth management fees [13] - Non-interest expense rose by $19.7 million compared to the prior linked quarter, largely due to acquisition costs [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan-to-deposit ratio increased to 91.4% as of September 30, 2025, compared to 83.3% last quarter [9] - The total cost of deposits was 1.33%, up from 0.84% in the previous quarter [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on the effective integration of Evergreen Bank Group and optimizing the balance sheet post-acquisition [15] - A 17% increase in the common dividend reflects confidence in the company's performance [25] - The company aims to maintain core expense growth around 4% into 2026, excluding impacts from the Evergreen acquisition [23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the remainder of 2025 following the Evergreen acquisition and the onboarding of new team members [25] - The company anticipates a low single-digit growth rate in 2025, supported by robust pipelines in various sectors [63] - Management is confident in the credit quality and collateral positions despite some increases in non-performing loans [10][69] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit losses on loans increased to $75 million, or 1.43% of total loans, reflecting adjustments related to the acquisition [11] - The company is well-prepared for potential economic challenges and has a strong capital position [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Potential runoff of exception price deposits - Management indicated a couple hundred million dollars in market-priced funding, with a goal to transition back to core deposit types over the next 6 to 18 months [27][28] Question: Future originations in PowerSport - The focus remains on originating loans across all tiers, with a historical emphasis on the top two tiers [30][31] Question: Loan growth outlook - Management expects low to mid-single-digit growth heading into 2026, with strong pipelines in various sectors [63][87] Question: Charge-off trajectory - Charge-offs were primarily administrative, with a positive outlook on credit quality moving forward [54][69] Question: M&A strategy - The company is open to future acquisitions, particularly focused on deposit-heavy opportunities [73][74] Question: Wealth management growth - Wealth management fees saw a significant increase, with expectations for continued growth [78][80]

Core Viewpoint - Chongqing Bank has faced significant regulatory penalties and management changes, highlighting ongoing compliance issues and challenges in achieving sustainable growth amidst a backdrop of operational expansion and risk management failures [1][7][10]. Regulatory Penalties - Chongqing Bank was fined 2.2 million yuan for failing to conduct due diligence in loan issuance and for imprudent investment decisions, marking another penalty in a series of regulatory actions this year [1][2]. - Since 2021, the bank has accumulated over 10 million yuan in fines for various violations, including loan management and anti-money laundering issues [1][7]. Management Changes - The bank has undergone a substantial leadership overhaul in 2023, with nearly all senior executives replaced, raising questions about the new management's ability to navigate compliance challenges and improve performance [1][9]. - The new management team is notably younger, with many members coming from Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank, indicating a strategy to leverage external expertise for internal reform [10]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Chongqing Bank reported a slight increase in revenue and net profit, with total operating income reaching 13.679 billion yuan (up 3.54%) and net profit at 5.117 billion yuan (up 3.8%) [4]. - Despite the growth in revenue, the bank's net interest income has declined for three consecutive years, with a reported 10.176 billion yuan in 2024, down 2.59% year-on-year [4]. Asset Quality - The bank's overall non-performing loan (NPL) ratio improved to 1.25%, but this was largely due to significant write-offs of bad loans, which totaled 3.049 billion yuan in 2024 [5][6]. - Retail loan NPL rates have reached alarming levels, with personal mortgage loans and credit card delinquencies showing significant increases [6]. Market Position and Challenges - Chongqing Bank's net interest margin has narrowed to 1.35%, placing it among the lowest in the A-share market, reflecting challenges in asset-liability management [4]. - The bank's reliance on non-interest income, which saw a substantial increase in fees and commissions, raises concerns about the sustainability of its revenue model in a volatile market environment [4].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Operating net income increased by $252,000 from the prior quarter, attributed to higher net interest income and operating non-interest income, offset by increased provision and operating non-interest expenses [15] - Net interest income rose by $314,000 compared to the prior quarter, driven by continued asset repricing and loan growth [15] - Operating return on assets (ROA) improved from 0.81% in Q3 of last year to 1.06% this quarter [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loan growth for the quarter was around 9% annualized, lower than the first and second quarters, but still around a 14% annualized growth rate for the year [5] - Non-interest income increased over $1 million from the prior quarter, with significant increases in fee income and interchange income [7] - Operating non-interest expenses rose by $624,000 quarter-over-quarter due to investments in talent and growth initiatives [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total deposits increased by $28.1 million during the quarter, reflecting strategic use of brokered funding [23] - The weighted average rate on new and renewed loans was 7.83% during the quarter, indicating a meaningful pickup in yield [23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on deepening relationships with customers through a consultative approach to grow core deposits and increase fee opportunities [6] - The pending merger with TC Bancshares is progressing as planned, with expectations for closing in the fourth quarter and system conversion in the first quarter of the next year [10][11] - The company is optimistic about future M&A opportunities and is strategically looking to grow its customer base and talent pool [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management does not foresee a material impact from the government shutdown on the business or customers, although there may be some effects on the SBSL group [30] - The company expects loan growth in the fourth quarter to be lower than the past quarter, aligning with long-term targets of 8%-12% annual growth [6] - Management remains confident in balancing cost control with strategic investments for long-term organic growth [18] Other Important Information - The tangible common equity (TCE) ratio at the end of the quarter was 8%, up from 7.43% a year ago, and tangible book value per share increased to $14.20 from $12.76 [25] - A wire fraud incident resulted in a recognized loss of $1.25 million related to disputed insurance coverage [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Given the disruption in D.C., is there any trickle-down effect to borrowers and the local economy? - Management does not see a material impact at this time and has provided resources to customers to mitigate potential issues [30] Question: What is the average roll-on versus roll-rate this quarter, and how does the NIM outlook look? - The roll-off yields were in the 5% range, with a new and renewed rate of 7.83%, indicating expected modest growth in net interest margin [31] Question: Is there any NDFI loan exposure? - Management confirmed there is no meaningful exposure to NDFI loans, focusing instead on relationship-based lending [32]