Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted total revenue increased by 16% year-over-year, amounting to $42.3 million, with net interest income growing by 17% and adjusted fee-based revenue by 11% [10] - Adjusted net income to common rose by 100% year-over-year to $75.5 million, while adjusted earnings per share expanded by 104% [11] - Adjusted return on average assets reached 1.02%, approaching the 1.1% goal set for 2025 [5] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Commercial loans grew by 5% linked quarter and 13% year-over-year, reflecting effective competition for client relationships [5] - Treasury product fees increased by 37% year-over-year, marking a record high for the firm [7] - Investment banking and trading income rose by 43% quarter-over-quarter and 4% year-over-year, driven by a rebound in capital markets activity [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average commercial loan balances increased by 4% during the quarter, with year-over-year balances up approximately $1.4 billion [12] - Interest-bearing deposits grew by $2.8 billion or 19% year-over-year, while the ratio of average mortgage finance deposits to average mortgage finance loans improved to 91% [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building a diversified and client-centric institution, enhancing client journeys, and driving operational efficiency [9] - Continued investments in technology and client service models are expected to enhance profitability and support growth in various business lines [8][44] - The firm aims to maintain a strong capital position, with a CET1 ratio of 11.45%, and views excess capital as a strategic advantage [17][35] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the durability of the diversified earnings platform and the ability to drive consistent client engagement across market conditions [19] - The outlook for revenue growth is reaffirmed at low double-digit percentages, with non-interest expense growth expected to be mid to high single digits [19] - Management remains cautious about the mortgage outlook for the remainder of 2025, anticipating a 10% increase in full-year average balances [13] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit loss increased to $334 million, representing 1.79% of loans held for investment, with a strong reserve coverage ratio [16] - The firm repurchased approximately 318,000 shares for a total of $21 million at a weighted average price of $65.5 per share [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on investment banking and trading pipeline - Management noted that despite capital markets being closed in April and May, investment banking and trading income exceeded guidance, supported by strong syndication fees and sales growth [24] Question: Expectations for ROA and future performance - Management indicated that while the aspiration is not solely to achieve a 1.1% ROA, the strategy is working well, and client acceptance has been strong [28][29] Question: Commentary on restructuring charges - Management highlighted ongoing efforts to drive structural efficiencies and reposition expenses against fee income areas [32] Question: Impact of regulatory tone on excess capital - Management stated that the regulatory outlook does not affect their view on excess capital, which is seen as a competitive advantage [35] Question: Revenue trends and guidance adjustments - Management expressed confidence in moving towards the high end of the revenue guidance due to strong net interest income momentum [39] Question: Commercial customer behavior during the quarter - Management reported continued strong client acquisition and a 20% annualized growth in commercial and industrial loans, with no significant changes in line utilization [48] Question: Progress on wealth management build-out - Management is optimistic about the wealth management segment, noting improvements in client journey and performance compared to other wealth managers [61]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted total revenue increased by $42.3 million or 16% year-over-year, supported by a 17% growth in net interest income and an 11% growth in adjusted fee-based revenue [10][11] - Adjusted net income to common rose to $75.5 million, a 100% increase compared to the same quarter last year, with adjusted earnings per share expanding by 104% [11][12] - The adjusted return on average assets reached 1.02%, nearing the 1.1% goal set for 2025 [5][11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Commercial loans grew by 5% linked quarter and 13% year-over-year, reflecting effective competition for holistic client relationships [5][12] - Treasury product fees increased by 37% year-over-year, marking a record high for the firm [6][12] - Investment banking and trading income rose by 43% quarter-over-quarter and 4% year-over-year, driven by a rebound in capital markets activity [8][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average commercial loan balances increased by 4% or $399 million during the quarter, with year-over-year balances up approximately $1.4 billion or 13% [12] - Client interest-bearing deposits grew by $2.8 billion or 19% year-over-year, while deposit betas increased to 81% [13][14] - The allowance for credit loss increased to $334 million, representing 1.79% of loans held for investment, which is among the top decile in the peer group [16][17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building a diversified and client-centric institution, enhancing client journeys, and driving operational efficiency [9][10] - Continued investments in technology and capabilities are expected to support growth in investment banking and trading [25][66] - The firm aims to maintain a strong capital position, with a CET1 ratio of 11.45%, allowing for onboarding of new clients [17][37] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the durability of the diversified earnings platform and the ability to drive consistent client engagement across various market conditions [20][41] - The firm anticipates continued earnings momentum and aims to achieve a quarterly return on average assets of 1.1% in the second half of the year [20][41] - Management remains cautious about the mortgage outlook for the remainder of 2025, expecting a 10% increase in full-year average balances [13][52] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 318,000 shares for a total of $21 million at a weighted average price of $65.5 per share [19] - The firm is focused on maintaining strong credit quality, with a 26% reduction in year-over-year criticized loans [61][62] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on investment banking and trading pipeline - Management noted that despite capital markets being closed in April and May, investment banking and trading income exceeded guidance, supported by strong syndication fees and growth in sales and trading [25] Question: Commentary on restructuring charges - Management highlighted ongoing efforts to drive structural efficiencies and match expenses with fee income areas of focus [34] Question: Guidance on revenue trends - Management indicated that net interest income momentum could support moving to the high end of the current revenue guidance [41] Question: Update on wealth management build-out - Management expressed optimism about the wealth management segment, noting improvements in client journey and performance compared to other wealth managers [66]