Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported earnings per share of $0.28 on a fully diluted GAAP basis and $0.31 on a core basis for Q2 2025 [5] - Net interest income grew by $1,000,000, marking a third consecutive quarter of growth, while the net interest margin expanded by one basis point [6] - Total loans increased by $60,000,000, representing a 2% annualized growth rate, driven by strong originations of $716,000,000 [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Commercial and industrial loans increased by 8% for the quarter, reflecting the company's focus on this segment [7] - Non-interest income increased by 5% to $11,800,000 during the quarter, although it was down 1% compared to the prior quarter when excluding non-core items [15] - Operating expenses for the quarter were $71,000,000, in line with expectations, and included costs from recent commercial banking hires [7][18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Deposit balances, excluding brokered CDs, decreased approximately 1% compared to the linked quarter but increased by $117,000,000 compared to the same period in 2024 [13] - The commercial pipeline reached a record high of $791,000,000, indicating strong lending opportunities [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on organic growth and has made significant investments in hiring commercial bankers and launching the Premier Bank [6][12] - The company expects to see an increase in net interest income in the third quarter and continued improvement in margins in the second half of the year [10][16] - The company plans to maintain a stable operating expense run rate while exploring opportunities for additional expense efficiencies [18][40] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the credit quality, noting that total loans classified as special mention and substandard decreased by 3% [8] - The company anticipates that the current quarter represents a trough in EPS, with expectations for growth moving forward as organic growth momentum continues [6] - Management highlighted that clients are reporting good business conditions and building backlogs, which supports the outlook for loan growth [60][62] Other Important Information - The company authorized an additional 3,000,000 shares for repurchase, allowing flexibility in capital deployment [9] - The effective tax rate is expected to remain in the range of 23% to 25% [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: On the deposit side, can funding costs be reduced going forward? - Management indicated that while there is some opportunity to reduce funding costs, significant changes are not expected in the near term due to the current rates on CDs [22] Question: What is the outlook for stable non-interest income? - Management clarified that GAAP is the best base to use for guidance on stable non-interest income [32] Question: How much did new hires impact earnings this quarter? - The additional expenses from new hires impacted EPS by about $0.06, but this is expected to reverse moving forward [38] Question: What is the company's approach to M&A? - The primary focus remains on organic growth, with M&A being a lower priority given current share valuations [41] Question: How sustainable is the loan growth guidance? - Management expressed confidence in the sustainability of loan growth based on the current pipeline and client feedback [58] Question: What is the impact of rate cuts on NIM? - Management indicated that a 25 basis point cut would have a minimal impact, rounding to less than a penny per share on an annualized basis [91] Question: What is the outlook for commercial real estate? - Management expects to maintain steady CRE balances, with potential for slight growth depending on opportunities [110]

Financial Performance - Byline's net income for 2Q25 was $30.1 million, with a diluted EPS of $0.66; adjusted EPS was $0.75[10] - Pre-Tax Pre-Provision income was $50.9 million, with a Pre-Tax Pre-Provision ROAA of 2.12%[12] - Revenue reached $110.5 million, up 7.2% quarter-over-quarter and 11.2% year-over-year[12] - The reported efficiency ratio was 52.61%, while the adjusted efficiency ratio was 48.20%[10] - Return on Average Assets (ROAA) was 1.25%, and the adjusted ROAA was 1.41%[10] - Return on Tangible Common Equity (ROTCE) was 12.83%, with an adjusted ROTCE of 14.37%[10] Balance Sheet and Portfolio Trends - Total assets were $9.7 billion[7] - Total loans and leases reached $7.4 billion, up $306.7 million or 17.5% from 1Q25[7, 18] - Total deposits amounted to $7.8 billion, an increase of $257.2 million or 13.7% from 1Q25[7, 23] - Non-interest-bearing demand deposits averaged $1.803 billion[19] - The average cost of deposits decreased by 3 bps to 2.27%[12, 23]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income of $26 million or $0.84 per diluted share, with core net income at $27 million or $0.88 per diluted share, reflecting solid performance [18] - Net interest income grew by 3.3%, reaching approximately $72.9 million, while the net interest margin held steady at 3.55% [18][19] - Tangible book value per share increased by $0.82 or 3.5% to $24.33, representing an 18% growth over the past four quarters [20] - Core return on average equity declined to 14.61% from 15.23% in the prior quarter, while core return on average assets decreased to 1.28% [20][21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - On-balance sheet deposits increased by $321 million or 4.3% to $7.7 billion, excluding $112.3 million of temporary pension funding deposits [22][24] - Loan growth was balanced at over $60 million across growth mode portfolios, with total loans receivable at $4.7 billion, reflecting a 0.8% increase compared to the previous quarter [25] - The multifamily loan portfolio increased by $34.2 million, while consumer loans and residential loans decreased by $11 million and $11.8 million, respectively [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Political deposits increased by $137 million or 13% to $1.2 billion, driven by fundraising activities ahead of midterm elections [7] - The not-for-profit segment also saw deposit growth of over $100 million, indicating a strong market presence [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on organic growth in California, with plans to expand its presence in the state, particularly in the East Bay area [35][36] - A digital transformation initiative is underway, with a new platform expected to go live in the third quarter, aimed at improving productivity and customer insights [13] - The company aims to maintain a core efficiency ratio at approximately 52% while preparing for future growth beyond $10 billion in assets [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism for the second half of 2025, citing a strong level of new customer acquisitions and a healthy pipeline of potential relationships [15] - The company maintains its full-year 2025 guidance for core pre-tax pre-provision earnings and net interest income, indicating confidence in achieving targets despite market challenges [31] Other Important Information - The company executed the largest share repurchase in its history, repurchasing approximately 327,000 shares worth $9.7 million [21] - The board authorized a dividend of $0.14 per common share to be paid in August, reflecting a commitment to returning capital to shareholders [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will the expansion in California be organic or involve M&A? - Management indicated that the expansion will primarily be organic, with opportunities in the LA area and East Bay [35][36] Question: What industry is the syndicated C&I credit related to, and what is the resolution timeline? - The credit is part of the commercial solar portfolio, and management is actively working on sourcing credit bids for resolution, but a timeline is uncertain [38][40] Question: Will provisioning run at a higher level due to pressures in multifamily or green energy? - Management stated that provisioning will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, and they feel comfortable with current reserves despite potential future pressures [41][42] Question: What is the outlook for net interest margin (NIM) and loan yields? - Management expects loan yields to improve in the upcoming quarters, with a potential for margin expansion in Q4 as political deposits ramp up [46][48] Question: What is the expected run rate for next quarter's expenses? - Expenses are expected to increase by approximately $3.5 million due to new hires and digital transformation costs, but management remains optimistic about revenue capabilities [50][52] Question: What are the long-term thoughts on dividend payout ratio? - The company targets a payout ratio of 20% to 25% and aims to increase dividends more frequently, reflecting a growth-oriented approach [53][54]

Core Insights - JPMorgan and Wells Fargo are significant players in the U.S. banking sector, influenced by interest rate trends and economic cycles [1][2] Group 1: JPMorgan's Position - JPMorgan is the largest U.S. bank with a diversified presence across the financial sector [2] - The bank plans to open over 500 branches by 2027, with 150 already established in 2024, aiming to enhance its physical footprint while integrating digital tools [3] - JPMorgan's net interest income (NII) is projected to be $94.5 billion in 2025, reflecting a nearly 2% year-over-year increase [4] - The bank leads in global investment banking fees, although near-term prospects may be uncertain due to economic instability [5] - JPMorgan's common equity tier 1 (CET1) ratio was 14.2%, significantly above the minimum requirement, allowing for a 7% increase in quarterly dividends to $1.50 per share and a $50 billion share repurchase program [6] - The bank anticipates card net charge-off (NCO) rates to be 3.6% this year, potentially rising to 3.6-3.9% in 2026 [7] Group 2: Wells Fargo's Developments - Wells Fargo has lifted the $1.95 trillion asset cap, enhancing its financial performance and strategic positioning [8] - The bank plans to increase deposits, grow its loan portfolio, and expand securities holdings, which will positively impact NII [9] - Wells Fargo is streamlining operations while investing in its branch network and digital upgrades, aiming for $2.4 billion in gross expense reductions in 2025 [10][12] - The bank also cleared the 2025 stress test and plans to raise its quarterly dividend by 13% to 45 cents per share, with $3.8 billion available for share repurchases [13] Group 3: Financial Projections and Comparisons - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for JPMorgan suggests a 1.3% revenue decline in 2025, with a projected 5.6% fall in earnings for the current year, but a 5.9% increase next year [14] - Conversely, Wells Fargo's revenue is expected to grow by 1.7% in 2025 and 5.4% in 2026, with earnings projected to rise by 9.3% and 14.3% for the same years [17] - Year-to-date, shares of JPMorgan and Wells Fargo have increased by 20.3% and 17.3%, respectively, outperforming the S&P 500 Index [20] - JPMorgan's forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is 15.06X, while Wells Fargo's is 13.21X, indicating that Wells Fargo is trading at a discount compared to the industry and JPMorgan [22][23] - JPMorgan's return on equity (ROE) stands at 16.88%, surpassing Wells Fargo's 12.15% and the industry's 11.93% [23] Group 4: Investment Outlook - While Wells Fargo's regulatory flexibility positions it for growth, JPMorgan is currently viewed as the stronger investment option due to its scale, diversified business model, and robust capital return plans [24] - Despite near-term earnings pressure, JPMorgan's superior ROE and market position justify a premium valuation, making it a compelling choice for investors seeking income and growth potential [25]

Core Viewpoint - Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) is expanding its commercial banking operations into Florida, following previous expansions in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas, as part of its growth strategy in the middle-market banking sector [1][6]. Group 1: Expansion Strategy - HBAN has hired Josh Sheradsky as senior managing director to lead the new office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as part of its commercial banking expansion [2]. - The bank is launching new industry verticals to enhance its commitment to middle-market businesses, providing tailored financial solutions [3]. - Huntington's middle-market banking services include lending, liquidity management, treasury and payments solutions, and capital markets expertise, focusing on a relationship-driven approach [4]. Group 2: Market Position and Growth Plans - Scott Kleinman, president of Huntington Commercial Bank, emphasized the bank's readiness to address the complex needs of diverse companies in Florida, one of the fastest-growing markets [5]. - In January 2025, HBAN introduced two new industry verticals, the Financial Institutions Group and the Aerospace & Defense Group, to further expand its corporate and specialty banking services [6]. - The bank plans to grow its presence in the Carolinas and other key markets, aiming to add over 350 employees and launch approximately 55 retail branches in the next five years [7]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Over the past six months, HBAN's shares have declined by 7.7%, while the industry average fell by 4.3% [8]. - HBAN currently holds a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), indicating a favorable outlook compared to other finance stocks [10].

Exhibit 99.2 Enterprise Financial Services Corp 2025 First Quarter Earnings Webcast Forward-Looking Statements Some of the information in this report may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of and intended to be covered by the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements may include projections based on management's current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, Capital One earned $1.4 billion, or $3.45 per diluted common share, with adjusted earnings per share at $4.06 [9][10] - Revenue declined 2% from the previous quarter, primarily due to two fewer days in the quarter [11] - Provision for credit losses was $2.4 billion, a decrease of $273 million compared to the prior quarter, driven by lower net charge-offs and a larger reserve release [11][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Domestic card business saw a 5% year-over-year purchase volume growth, with ending loan balances increasing by $6.4 billion, or about 4% year over year [22] - Consumer banking ending loan balances increased by $3.8 billion, or about 5% year over year, with auto originations up 22% from the prior year [28][27] - Commercial banking revenue was down 7% from the linked quarter, with ending deposits down about 5% [31] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total liquidity reserves increased to $131 billion, up $7 billion from the previous quarter, with a cash position of approximately $49 billion [16] - The net interest margin for Q1 was 6.93%, a decrease of 10 basis points from the last quarter, but an increase of 24 basis points year-over-year [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The acquisition of Discover is expected to create a leading consumer banking and payments platform, enhancing competition and creating significant value for merchants and customers [34][38] - The company is focused on leveraging technology transformation to build a digital-first national bank, with significant investments in marketing to attract high-spending customers [86][100] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the U.S. consumer remains strong, with low unemployment and stable debt servicing burdens, although some consumers are feeling pressure from inflation and higher interest rates [46][49] - The company is closely monitoring credit metrics and consumer spending trends, indicating a cautious but optimistic outlook [58][60] Other Important Information - The company released $368 million in allowance this quarter, bringing the allowance balance to $15.9 billion, with a total portfolio coverage ratio of 4.91% [12][19] - The company expects to achieve estimated synergies from the Discover acquisition within 24 months following the closing date [35][36] Q&A Session Questions and Answers Question: Concerns regarding tariffs and the state of the consumer - Management highlighted that the U.S. consumer remains a source of strength, with improving credit metrics and stable job creation [46][48] Question: Timing for achieving synergies from the Discover acquisition - Management indicated that the assumptions for synergies remain intact, with a timeline shifted back slightly due to the later closing date [70][129] Question: Marketing investment and growth opportunities - Management discussed significant marketing investments aimed at customer growth, particularly in the card business, while balancing risk management [78][90] Question: Technology integration between Capital One and Discover - Management expressed confidence in leveraging Capital One's technology transformation to modernize Discover's systems, although it will take time [114][117]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a loan growth of $308 million or 5.1% and a deposit growth of $465 million or 7.8% in Q1 2025 [7][18] - The net interest margin (NIM) expanded by two basis points to 3.68% from 3.66% in the prior quarter, marking the sixth consecutive quarter of margin expansion [7] - Earnings per share (EPS) was reported at $1.45, a decrease of $0.43 compared to the prior period [21] - Tangible book value per share increased by more than 2.3% to $65.80, marking the ninth consecutive quarter of book value accretion [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total loan originations and draws were approximately $490 million at a weighted average coupon (WAC) of about 7.84% [16] - The cost of interest-bearing deposits declined by 32 basis points, while the total deposit cost decreased by six basis points [19] - Non-interest income decreased by $763,000 primarily due to the absence of GPG fee income [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a net outflow of $35 million in GPG deposits, primarily related to the return of reserve balances and check clearing [20] - The EB-5 related deposits increased by $100 million this quarter, totaling approximately $400 million [65] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on capturing additional market share through traditional channels while exploring strategic opportunities to enhance shareholder value [14] - The ongoing investment in a new technology stack is expected to be fully integrated by the end of 2025, supporting the bank's growth [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate economic uncertainties, citing strong liquidity, capital, and earnings [6] - The company anticipates loan growth of 10% to 12% for the year, with a full-year NIM expected to be between 3.70% and 3.75% [28] Other Important Information - The effective tax rate for the quarter was approximately 30% [28] - The company has not identified any broad-based negative trends affecting its loan portfolio [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on total operating expenses for Q2 - The CFO indicated that total operating expenses for Q2 will be closer to $45 million, including adjustments for IT spending [35] Question: Remaining GPT-related expense or income items - The CFO confirmed that there will be no remaining fee-related income or expenses from the GPT business [37] Question: Implications of the gold card program on the EB-5 business - Management believes the gold card program could serve as a complementary product to the EB-5 program without disrupting core business [40][41] Question: Seasonal patterns in deposit growth - Management stated there are no seasonal patterns affecting deposit growth [42][44] Question: Discussion on potential dividends - Management confirmed that discussions regarding the possibility of paying a small dividend have been ongoing [46] Question: Trends in non-owner occupied CRE customer occupancy - Management reported that the non-owner occupied CRE portfolio remains stable and diversified [50] Question: Incremental competitive pressures on loan or deposit sides - Management indicated that there is no significant competition in New York City [55]