Q3 2025 EARNINGS INVESTOR PRESENTATION October 28, 2025 3Q25 Earnings Investor Presentation First Busey Corporation | Ticker: BUSE 2 Forward-Looking Statements This presentation may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 with respect to First Busey Corporation's ("Busey's") financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance, and business. Forward-looking statements, which may be based upon beliefs, expect ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income of $4.9 million, a decrease of $16.9 million or 77.5% compared to the previous quarter [10] - Diluted earnings per share were $0.16, down from $0.72 linked quarter [10] - Net interest income increased by $1.45 million or 2.7% compared to the linked quarter [14] - The tax equivalent net interest margin decreased by one basis point to 2.94% [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loans increased to $4.77 billion, a linked quarter increase of $163.4 million or 3.5% [10] - The increase in loans was driven by $82.6 million in commercial real estate loans, $49.3 million in commercial loans, and $49.1 million in construction loans [10] - Non-performing assets increased to approximately $2.7 million, representing 0.42% of total assets [9][11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company’s securities portfolio was $2.56 billion, a decrease of $174.2 million or 6.4% from the previous quarter [11] - Deposits increased by $329.6 million or 5% on a linked quarter basis [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on repositioning its available-for-sale (AFS) securities portfolio to enhance future net interest income and provide balance sheet flexibility [3] - There is an ongoing interest in potential acquisitions and hiring due to market disruptions caused by larger banks [24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The Texas economy is expected to grow at a faster pace than the overall U.S. growth rate [5] - Management anticipates a slight increase in net interest margin for the fourth quarter, driven by loan growth and securities restructuring [19][20] Other Important Information - The company issued $150 million of subordinated notes at a fixed to floating rate [4] - The allowance for credit losses increased to $48.5 million, while the allowance for loan losses as a percentage of total loans decreased to 0.95% [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the expected net interest margin for the fourth quarter? - Management expects the net interest margin to be up slightly due to the impact of subordinated notes and loan growth [19][20] Question: Any updates on potential acquisitions or hiring? - Management is looking at a few institutions for potential acquisition and has made some new hires due to market disruptions [24] Question: How is the loan pipeline looking entering the fourth quarter? - The loan pipeline rebounded to $1.8 billion, indicating strong future loan production [32] Question: What is the pricing competition like in the market? - There is intense competition in both commercial real estate and C&I lending, but the company is maintaining a disciplined pricing approach [34] Question: What are the expectations for trust fee growth? - Management anticipates double-digit revenue growth in trust fees due to a strong team and new client acquisitions [42] Question: How many rate cuts are expected through year-end and into 2026? - Management anticipates at least two rate cuts next year, depending on inflation and employment conditions [44]

Financial Performance - M&T's revenues reached $2513 million in 3Q25[27] - Net income was $792 million in 3Q25[27] - Diluted EPS increased by 14% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) and 20% year-over-year (YoY)[29] - Net interest margin increased by 6 bps QoQ and YoY to 368%[29] - Tangible book value per share increased by 3% QoQ and 7% YoY to $11531[30] Balance Sheet - Average loans increased by $11 billion QoQ[40] - Consumer loans rose by 3% (+$745 million) QoQ[40] - Residential real estate loans increased by 3% (+$675 million) QoQ[40] - Commercial real estate (CRE) loans declined by 4% (-$980 million) QoQ[40] - Commercial and industrial (C&I) loans grew by 1% (+$680 million) QoQ[40] Credit Quality - Criticized loans decreased by $584 million QoQ[69] - Net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans was 042% in 3Q25[27] Outlook - The company anticipates a net interest margin of 370% +/- in 4Q25[77]

Financial Performance & Strategic Transformation - First Foundation reported a net loss in Q2 2025, largely due to $12.1 million pre-tax impacts from loan sales[13] - Adjusting for loan transactions, the company's "core" EPS was $0.01[13] - Core PPNR was $3.6 million in Q2 2025, compared to $9.7 million in Q1 2025[13] - The company successfully sold $858 million of CRE loans during Q2 2025[8, 12] Asset Quality & Capital Management - Net charge-offs were less than 1 bps (0.00%) in Q2 2025, indicating strong credit performance[13] - Total nonperforming assets decreased by 9.1% compared to Q1 2025, reaching $40.8 million, or 0.35% of total assets[22] - CET1 ratio improved to 11.08% in Q2 2025, compared to 10.63% in Q1 2025 and 9.68% in Q3 2024[13] Deposit & Funding Strategy - Higher-cost MSR deposits were reduced by $0.5 billion, a 50% decrease, and wholesale deposits decreased by $0.2 billion, a 9% decrease[13] - The company exited $540 million of higher-cost MSR deposits (~4.60%) following loan transactions[32] - 60% of the $1.4 billion brokered CD portfolio is scheduled to mature over the next 18 months, with a weighted average interest rate of ~4.9%[32]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Earnings per share increased for the fourth consecutive quarter, reaching $1.60, up by $0.09 compared to the linked quarter [16] - Net interest income (NII) expanded by $3.9 million, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of growth, while net interest margin (NIM) increased by seven basis points [17][18] - Capital ratios improved, with Tier one capital at 14.2% and total risk-based capital at 15.2% [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan portfolio is balanced between consumer (56% or $7.9 billion) and commercial loans (44% or $6.1 billion), with a significant portion secured by real estate [11][12] - Consumer loans predominantly consist of residential mortgages and home equity, with a weighted average loan-to-value (LTV) of 48% [11] - Commercial real estate loans account for $4 billion, representing 29% of total loans, with low vacancy rates supporting a stable market [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hawaii's employment continues to outperform the broader U.S. economy, with visitor expenditures up 6.5% year-to-date and arrivals up 2.8% through May [8] - Residential real estate prices in Hawaii are stable, with single-family home prices rising modestly and condo prices down 0.5% year-to-date [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company maintains a unique business model focused on the local market, leveraging a strong brand position to effectively price deposits [6][7] - The strategy includes a focus on deposit remixing from lower yielding to higher yielding deposits while maintaining overall deposit levels [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving a net interest margin of 2.50% by year-end, with expectations for continued growth in NII and NIM [32] - The company anticipates modest loan growth and plans to continue growing its securities portfolio [34] Other Important Information - Non-interest income increased to $44.8 million, with a one-time gain of approximately $800,000 related to a BOLI recovery [22] - Non-interest expense was $110.8 million, with a severance charge of $1.4 million included in this quarter [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Margin path expectations - Management believes a net interest margin of 2.50% is achievable, with no obstacles anticipated [32] Question: Balance sheet growth and securities - The company expects to continue growing its securities portfolio, investing excess liquidity into it [34] Question: Trends in commercial and industrial loans - Commercial loan performance was disappointing, with a flat linked quarter, but management sees potential for improvement as market clarity increases [44] Question: Deposit dynamics and DDA growth - Management is focused on building demand deposits, which are high-margin products, but acknowledges the competitive landscape [48] Question: Expense growth expectations - The company expects a 2% to 3% increase in expenses for the year, with a potential step back in the second half [52] Question: Capital priorities and buybacks - The company plans to maintain its buyback position until there is more clarity on the economy [54] Question: Expected cash flows from securities and loans - Expected cash flows from the securities book are projected to be around $550 million [58]

Financial Performance & Profitability - First Foundation achieved profitability in Q1 2025, with fully diluted EPS of $0.08, a significant improvement from a loss of ($0.17) in the prior quarter[13, 15] - The company's Net Interest Margin (NIM) expanded by 9 bps QoQ to 1.67%, resulting in net interest income of $51.8 million[13, 15] - Pre-Provision Net Revenue (PPNR) reached $9.7 million, or $0.11 per share, compared to ($2.3 million), or ($0.03) per share in Q4 2024[13] Credit Quality & Loan Portfolio Management - First Foundation experienced negligible net charge-offs of 1 basis point in Q1 2025[13] - The company's CRE concentration improved to 435% from 519% in Q2 2024, reflecting active loan portfolio management[13] - Gross loans held for investment (HFI) decreased by $256.8 million QoQ, influenced by $431 million in loan payments and payoffs[13] Deposit Quality & Capital Strength - Brokered deposits were reduced by $400 million, a 16% decrease, while core deposits increased by $71 million QoQ[13] - The company's CET1 ratio increased by over 50 bps to 10.63% compared to 10.09% in Q4 2024, indicating organic capital build[13] - Adjusted tangible book value per share increased by $0.06 QoQ to $9.42, a 0.6% increase[13] Strategic Initiatives & Outlook - The company is focused on reducing multifamily concentration and growing commercial banking operations[8] - First Foundation aims to accelerate growth in wealth management and improve operational capabilities[8] - Net Interest Margin is expected to increase through FY 2025 with acceleration in FY 2026 and beyond[40]