Core Insights - Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. reported strong financial results for the third quarter and year-to-date periods, with net income increasing significantly compared to the previous year [4][2][3]. Financial Performance - For the quarter ended September 30, 2025, net income was $7.3 million, or $1.27 per diluted share, a 48% increase from $5.0 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, in the same quarter of 2024 [2][4]. - Year-to-date net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $20.3 million, or $3.50 per diluted share, compared to $15.0 million, or $2.59 per diluted share, for the same period in 2024, marking a 35% increase [3][4]. Revenue Growth - The increase in net income for the third quarter was primarily driven by a $3.0 million increase in net interest income and a $0.5 million decrease in provision for credit losses [2][4]. - For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, net interest income rose by $7.9 million, attributed to a $9.8 million increase in interest income [3][11]. Interest Income and Expenses - Net interest income for the third quarter of 2025 was $18.4 million, a 19% increase from $15.4 million in the same quarter of 2024 [5][11]. - The overall cost of interest-bearing liabilities decreased to 2.55% for the third quarter of 2025, down from 2.70% in the same quarter of 2024 [6][12]. Asset Quality - Total non-performing assets decreased to $3.0 million, or 0.11% of total assets, as of September 30, 2025, compared to $7.8 million, or 0.30% of total assets, at December 31, 2024 [21]. - The provision for credit losses on loans was $200 thousand for the third quarter of 2025, down from $675 thousand in the same quarter of 2024, reflecting improved asset quality [7][13]. Balance Sheet Highlights - Total assets increased to $2.7 billion as of September 30, 2025, up by $152.1 million from December 31, 2024, driven by growth in loans and leases [18][20]. - Shareholders' equity rose to $229.3 million, a 12% increase from $204.0 million at December 31, 2024, supported by retained earnings from net income [20][18]. Non-Interest Income and Expenses - Total non-interest income for the third quarter of 2025 was $5.1 million, a slight increase of 3% from $5.0 million in the same quarter of 2024 [8][14]. - Non-interest expenses increased by $0.8 million, or 6%, to $14.6 million for the third quarter of 2025, primarily due to higher salaries and benefits [9][15].

Core Viewpoint - Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. announces the retirement of Director Richard Hotchkiss effective September 16, 2025, highlighting his significant contributions to the company during his tenure [1][5]. Company Overview - Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company of The Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank, a community bank headquartered in Dunmore, PA, and operates 21 full-service offices across several counties [1][6]. - The bank offers a range of services including personal and commercial banking products, wealth management, and digital banking options [6]. Director's Background - Richard Hotchkiss joined the Fidelity Bank Board of Directors on May 5, 2020, following a merger and has held various leadership roles, including Chair of the Credit Administration Committee [2][3]. - Prior to his role at Fidelity Bank, he had a long career in administration and internal affairs at MNB Corporation and Merchants Bank of Bangor, where he was elected Chairman of the Board in 1997 [3]. Leadership Acknowledgment - The President & CEO of Fidelity Bank, Daniel J. Santaniello, expressed gratitude for Hotchkiss's leadership and the lasting impact he made on the organization [5]. - The Chairman of the Board, Brian J. Cali, acknowledged Hotchkiss's commitment to shaping the bank's governance and organizational structure [5]. Community Engagement - Fidelity Bank emphasizes its commitment to the community, having provided over 5,960 hours of volunteer time and over $1.3 million in donations to non-profit organizations in 2024 [6].

Core Insights - Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. reported strong financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, with net income increasing by 40% year-over-year for the quarter and 29% for the year-to-date period [2][3][4]. Financial Performance - For the quarter ended June 30, 2025, net income was $6.9 million, or $1.20 diluted earnings per share, compared to $4.9 million, or $0.86 diluted earnings per share, for the same quarter in 2024, marking a $2.0 million increase [2][4]. - Year-to-date net income for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $12.9 million, or $2.23 diluted earnings per share, up from $10.0 million, or $1.73 diluted earnings per share, for the same period in 2024, reflecting a $2.9 million increase [3][5]. Revenue Breakdown - The increase in net income for the second quarter was primarily driven by a $2.8 million increase in net interest income and a $0.8 million increase in non-interest income [2][4]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net interest income rose by $4.9 million, attributed to a $6.4 million increase in interest income, driven by a $181.0 million increase in the average balance of interest-earning assets [13][14]. Expense Management - Non-interest expenses increased by $1.1 million, or 8%, for the second quarter of 2025, primarily due to higher salaries and benefits [11][17]. - Year-to-date non-interest expenses rose to $29.3 million, an increase of $2.0 million, or 7%, compared to the same period in 2024 [17]. Asset Quality - Total non-performing assets decreased to $3.5 million, or 0.13% of total assets, at June 30, 2025, down from $7.8 million, or 0.30% of total assets, at December 31, 2024 [22]. - The provision for credit losses on loans was $755 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to $400 thousand for the same period in 2024 [15]. Balance Sheet Highlights - As of June 30, 2025, total assets were $2.7 billion, an increase of $114.0 million from December 31, 2024, driven by growth in cash and cash equivalents and the loans and leases portfolio [19][21]. - Shareholders' equity increased by $13.9 million, or 7%, to $217.9 million at June 30, 2025, from $204.0 million at December 31, 2024 [21]. Capital Position - The company remains well-capitalized, with Tier 1 capital at 9.16% of total average assets and total risk-based capital at 14.72% of risk-weighted assets as of June 30, 2025 [21].

Core Insights - Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. reported a net income of $6.0 million for Q1 2025, an increase of 18% from $5.1 million in Q1 2024, driven by higher net interest income and non-interest income [2][3][4] - The company achieved total assets of $2.7 billion as of March 31, 2025, reflecting a growth of $126.7 million from the previous quarter [3][10] - The outlook for the year remains positive, supported by effective expense management and healthy credit metrics [3] Financial Performance - Net interest income rose to $17.0 million in Q1 2025, a 14% increase from $14.9 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to a $2.7 million increase in interest income [4][5] - Non-interest income increased by 9% to $5.0 million, attributed to growth in wealth management and interchange fees [7] - Non-interest expenses grew by 6% to $14.6 million, with salary and benefits expenses being the main contributors [8] Asset Quality - Total non-performing assets decreased to $6.1 million, or 0.23% of total assets, down from 0.30% at the end of 2024 [14] - The provision for credit losses on loans was $455 thousand, reflecting higher loan growth and net charge-offs compared to the previous year [6][14] Balance Sheet Highlights - Total liabilities increased by $119.0 million, or 5%, driven by deposit growth of $116.6 million [11] - Shareholders' equity rose by 4% to $211.7 million, supported by retained earnings from net income [12][13] - The company maintains a strong capital position with a Tier 1 capital ratio of 9.22% as of March 31, 2025 [13] Key Ratios - The FTE yield on interest-earning assets was 4.73%, up 21 basis points from the previous year [5][30] - The net interest margin increased to 2.89% from 2.69% year-over-year, indicating improved efficiency in generating income from assets [5][30] - Return on average assets was 0.93%, while return on average equity was 11.66% for the quarter [30]