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Core Insights - Associated Banc-Corp (ASB) reported fourth-quarter 2025 earnings of 80 cents per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 69 cents and up from adjusted earnings of 57 cents in the prior-year quarter [1][10] Financial Performance - Net income available to common equity was $134 million, a significant recovery from a loss of $164 million in the year-ago quarter, surpassing the estimate of $111 million [2] - Total revenues for the quarter were $393.5 million, an increase from adjusted revenues of $346 million in the prior-year quarter, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $379.7 million [3] - Net interest income (NII) rose to $310 million, a 15% increase year over year, with a net interest margin of 3.06%, up 25 basis points [4] - Non-interest income totaled $79.4 million, improving 11% from adjusted non-interest income of $71.8 million, driven by increases in wealth management fees and capital markets revenue, exceeding the estimate of $70.1 million [5] - Non-interest expenses decreased to $219 million, down 2% year over year, reflecting the absence of prior-year losses on prepayments of FHLB advances [6] Loans and Deposits - Total loans as of December 31, 2025, were $31.2 billion, up 1% sequentially, primarily due to higher commercial and business lending [7] - Total deposits rose 2% sequentially to $35.6 billion, exceeding the estimate of $35.3 billion [7] Credit Quality - The company recorded a provision for credit losses of $7 million, down from $17 million in the prior-year quarter, significantly lower than the estimate of $18.8 million [8] - Total non-performing assets were $129.2 million, a 10% decrease year over year, with non-accrual loans falling 19% to $100.4 million [8] Capital Ratios - As of December 31, 2025, the common equity Tier 1 (CET1) capital ratio improved to 10.49%, up from 10.33% in the corresponding period of 2024, while the Tier 1 capital ratio rose to 11.04% from 10.89% [11] Future Outlook - Management expects total period-end loan growth of 5-6% and total deposit growth in the same range for 2026 [12] - NII is projected to grow by 5.5-6.5%, while total non-interest income is expected to rise by 4-5% [12] - Total non-interest expense is anticipated to grow by 3% [12] - The annual effective tax rate is expected to be between 19-21% [13] Overall Assessment - ASB's strong quarterly performance reflects the benefits of its diversified franchise and disciplined balance sheet management, with positive indicators for sustained growth [14]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income of $7.6 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, compared to a loss of $67.5 million, or $2.22 per share, in the previous quarter [6] - Non-performing loans decreased to $106.8 million, down $12 million from the prior quarter, representing 1.47% of total loans [7] - Total non-performing assets declined by $24 million to $108.9 million, representing 1.04% of total assets, down from 1.23% in the prior quarter [7] - The allowance for credit losses ended the quarter at $159.6 million, or 2.19% of total loans [8] - Tangible common equity to tangible assets is 10.87%, with a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 10.17% and CET1 at 13.83% [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net interest income grew by $144,000 to $68.3 million, with a net interest margin (NIM) decline of five basis points to 2.38% [9] - Non-interest income increased to $12.2 million compared to $2.5 million in the previous quarter, primarily due to non-reoccurring losses and gains from SBIC investments [10] - Non-interest expense rose by $17.9 million to $59.8 million, driven by costs associated with the disposition of held-for-sale loans and valuation adjustments [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a reduction in brokered deposits by $602 million while increasing core deposits by $692 million during 2025 [11] - The concentration ratio for commercial real estate (CRE) loans to total risk-based capital and reserves declined to 322% [9] - The acquisition, development, and construction (ADC) concentration ratio decreased to 88% as of year-end [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from remediation to execution, focusing on consistent performance and reducing risk concentration [4] - The strategic plan includes improving asset quality and enhancing the balance sheet to support sustainable earnings [4][14] - The company aims to expand pre-provision net revenue in 2026, despite a smaller average balance sheet, prioritizing shareholder returns and profitability [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the company's direction, highlighting improved asset quality and a stronger foundation [14] - The expectation is for average deposits, loans, and earning assets to decline year-over-year due to deliberate balance sheet repositioning [11] - Management anticipates a meaningful expansion in net interest margin, forecasting NIM to range between 2.6% and 2.8% for the year [12] Other Important Information - The company has $4.7 billion in available liquidity, maintaining two-times coverage of uninsured deposits [11] - The company is actively reducing brokered deposits and expects to continue this trend into 2026 [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more details on the asset dispositions and the expected timing? - The company has $90.7 million of loans held for sale, with two-thirds scheduled for resolution in the first quarter, though it may extend into the second quarter [19] Question: What is the outlook for further moves into held-for-sale loans? - There may be situations where selling loans is the best strategy, but the pace will not match that of 2025 [20] Question: What trends are being observed in the multifamily sector? - There is stabilization and improvement in multifamily loans, with strong valuations compared to the office market [22] Question: How does the company view the provisioning for loan losses moving forward? - The company expects provision expenses to be higher than in 2024 but not at the levels seen in 2025, with a focus on the criticized classified portfolio [36] Question: What is the current status of brokered deposits and cash levels? - The company holds $1.56 billion in brokered deposits, with plans to reduce this significantly throughout 2026 [56]

Core Insights - The webinar featured key executives from major companies in the dry bulk shipping sector, discussing market dynamics and strategic considerations [1] Group 1: Company Strategies - Wah Kwong Maritime Services employs a strategy that balances spot and time charters based on market views and risk management [2] - EuroDry focuses on mid-sized dry bulk segments, avoiding smaller Handysize and larger Capesize vessels, and emphasizes a balanced fleet post-merger with Eagle Bulk Shipping [3] - Pangaea Logistics Solutions prioritizes customer needs, utilizing voyage charter contracts and long-term COAs while mixing spot market activity with contracted cargoes [4] Group 2: Financial Management - EuroDry advocates for a medium leverage strategy targeting approximately 50% loan-to-value to enhance equity returns while remaining resilient during downturns [5] - Pangaea's debt to fair market value is around 40-45%, indicating a comfortable leverage level, while Star Bulk focuses on using cash flow for stock buybacks rather than increasing leverage [6] Group 3: Market Outlook - The dry bulk shipping market experienced volatility, with a weak first half of the year followed by a stronger second half, leading to cautious optimism among executives [7] - Forecasts suggest a modest market correction, with geopolitical factors becoming increasingly significant in influencing freight rates, which are expected to remain stable with a potential variance of 20%-25% [8] - Optimism remains regarding strong volumes for coal, grain, and minor bulks, despite concerns over coal demand due to warm weather [9][10] Group 4: Fleet and Order Book - The newbuild order book is considered manageable, with Kamsarmax at approximately 14% and Ultramax at 11.5%, well within historical norms [11] - Shifts in Chinese demand, particularly in steel exports and power demand from AI data centers, are creating beneficial long-haul shipping demand for raw materials and finished steel [12]

Core Viewpoint - The prediction markets indicate that Kevin Hasset has a 53% chance of being appointed as the new Fed Chair, while Kevin Worsh's odds have dropped to 34%, highlighting a competitive selection process for the position [1]. Economic Growth and Monetary Policy - Anticipated GDP growth is expected to accelerate due to $400 billion in fiscal policy and the Fed's rate cuts, leading to significant fiscal and monetary policy actions by 2026 [3]. - Historically, economic growth tends to accelerate from the first year of a president to the midterm year, which typically results in rising bond yields and a defensive stock market [4]. Candidates' Perspectives - Both candidates, Hasset and Worsh, believe in a productivity boom that could allow for lower Fed funds rates, with recent employment data suggesting a need for a lower neutral rate [6]. - The differences between the two candidates may be more pronounced in their approaches to the Fed's balance sheet rather than in their rate policies [8]. Balance Sheet and Financial Regulation - Worsh has been described as hawkish regarding the Fed's balance sheet, arguing it should not be at its current level, which is linked to financial regulation issues [9][10]. - The Fed is currently expanding its balance sheet to address a shortage of bank reserves, a situation expected to change with financial deregulation anticipated in 2026 [10][11].

分组1 - The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by 25 basis points to a new range of 3.5% to 3.75%, indicating a potential pause in further cuts for the time being [1][3] - The Fed's balance sheet policy is more aggressive than anticipated, with plans to begin buying securities on December 12, totaling $40 billion for several months, focusing on bills and potentially up to three-year maturities [5][11] - The Fed's decision reflects a response to liquidity tightness in the financial system, particularly in the repo market, suggesting that reserves had been reduced too much relative to market needs [12][13] 分组2 - The voting results showed a split among Fed officials, with nine in favor of the rate cut, two against, and one supporting a larger cut of 50 basis points, marking the first instance of three dissents since 2019 [4] - Fed Chair Jay Powell emphasized that the current measures should not be classified as quantitative easing, but rather as maintaining liquidity and managing reserves [6][9] - Market reactions indicate a 24% probability of another rate cut in January, increasing to 44% in March, suggesting growing confidence in future cuts as the year progresses [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Third quarter 2025 revenue was $12.3 million, down from $15.4 million in the third quarter of 2024, primarily due to the sale of 9 Times Square in the fourth quarter of 2024 [10] - GAAP net gain attributable to common stockholders was $35.8 million in the third quarter of 2025, influenced by a $44.3 million non-cash gain related to the foreclosure at 1140 Avenue of the Americas, compared to a net loss of $34.5 million in the third quarter of 2024 [10] - Adjusted EBITDA for the third quarter of 2025 was $1.9 million, down from $4.1 million in the same quarter of 2024 [10] - Cash net operating income decreased to $5.3 million from $7 million in the third quarter of 2024 [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company executed a significant lease renewal at 196 Orchard, extending the weighted average remaining lease term of the portfolio to 6.2 years, up from 5.9 years at the end of the second quarter [5] - Near-term lease expirations represent 8% of annualized straight-line rent, with 56% of leases now extending beyond 2030, an increase from 54% last quarter [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company owns six properties, with a real estate portfolio valued at approximately $390 million and covering about 743,000 square feet, primarily located in Manhattan [7] - The tenant base includes large investment-grade firms, which is expected to support occupancy growth and tenant retention [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on unlocking value, diversifying holdings, and strengthening the balance sheet through the sale of properties like 123 Williams Street and 196 Orchard [8] - A strategic disposition of 1140 Avenue Americas is anticipated to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, which is expected to eliminate a $99 million liability [8] - The strategy includes proactive management of the balance sheet and capital allocation towards higher-return assets [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management emphasized the importance of tenant retention, property improvements, and cost efficiency in the current operating environment [5] - The company is focused on enhancing operational flexibility and generating cash for reinvestment into higher-yielding assets [12] Other Important Information - The company has changed its audit partners to CBIZ CPAs to streamline costs and reduce general and administrative expenses [11] - There was no dispute or conflict with the prior accounting firm during the change [11] Q&A Session Summary - No specific questions or answers were provided in the content regarding the Q&A session. The call concluded without any detailed inquiries from participants [13]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Third-quarter comparable FFO was $0.57 per share, compared to $0.52 per share for the same quarter last year, beating analyst consensus by $0.02 [24] - Same-store GAAP NOI for the New York business overall was up 9.1% for the quarter, while same-store cash NOI was down 7.4% [24] - Net debt-to-EBITDA ratio improved to 7.3 times from 8.6 times at the start of the year, with immediate liquidity of $2.6 billion [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - During the first nine months of 2025, Vornado leased 3.7 million sq ft overall, with 2.8 million sq ft in Manhattan office [10] - Average starting rents for Manhattan office leasing were $99 per sq ft, with mark-to-markets of plus 11.9% GAAP and plus 8.3% cash [10] - In the third quarter, 21 New York office deals totaled 594,000 sq ft at starting rents of $103 per sq ft, with mark-to-markets of plus 15.7% GAAP and 10.4% cash [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Midtown core better building vacancy is now down to 6.2%, indicating a shift to a landlord's market [9] - Manhattan office leasing activity is on pace to exceed 40 million sq ft for the year, the highest since 2019 [9] - New York office occupancy increased to 88.4% from 86.7% last quarter, primarily due to leasing activity at Penn 2 [26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on the Penn District as a growth engine, with plans for a 475-unit rental residential building and retail redevelopment [14][15] - The acquisition of 623 Fifth Avenue is aimed at transforming it into a high-end boutique office building [16][17] - The Manhattan retail market is showing strength, with tenants approaching landlords for early renewals [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains optimistic about the demand for office space, noting that tenant demand is robust across all industries [6][9] - The company expects 2025 leasing volume for Manhattan office to be the highest in over a decade [10] - Management anticipates significant earnings growth in 2027 as the full impact of Penn 1 and Penn 2 leases takes effect [25] Other Important Information - The company has generated $1.5 billion in net proceeds from sales and financings, paying down $900 million in debt [28] - Signage revenue for 2025 is projected to be the highest year ever, with the company owning the largest signage portfolio in New York City [19][20] - The company is involved in the Penn Station transformation project, supporting improvements that benefit its holdings [54][56] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the leasing strategy changing at Penn 2? - Rents have increased, with average rent at $112 per sq ft, and the company is confident in its leasing strategy for the remaining space [32] Question: How will leasing for 623 Fifth Avenue be approached? - The company plans to market the building with complete designs to attract high-end tenants [34] Question: What is the current signed-not-open pipeline? - The company expects over $200 million in revenue from signed leases over the next couple of years, with the bulk coming in 2027 [40] Question: What is the expected trajectory of occupancy next year? - The company anticipates reaching 90% occupancy in the next quarter or two, with continued growth thereafter [53] Question: What are the plans for proceeds from non-core asset sales? - Proceeds will be used to strengthen the balance sheet and potentially for compelling external acquisitions [66] Question: What is the status of the Penn Station transformation project? - The company supports improvements to Penn Station and is involved in the process, focusing on retail opportunities [54][56] Question: What are the expectations for rent growth in the coming years? - The company expects rent growth to exceed 20%-25% over the next four to five years due to strong demand and limited supply [61]