Bank of Hawaii(US:BOH)2025-10-27 19:02Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fully diluted earnings per share were $1.20, a 29% increase year-over-year and a 13% increase from the previous quarter [3] - Net interest margin improved for the sixth consecutive quarter, rising by seven basis points to 2.46% [3] - Return on common equity improved to 13.6% for the quarter [3] - Average deposits increased by 7% annualized [3] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average balance of deposits contributed to the growth in net interest income, which increased by $7 million [15] - Noninterest income rose to $46 million, up from $44.8 million in the previous quarter, driven by higher customer derivative activity and trust earnings [19] - Noninterest expense was $112.4 million, compared to $110.8 million in the prior quarter, influenced by a severance-related charge [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Bank of Hawaii advanced its number one deposit market share position in Hawaii by 40 basis points as of June 30, 2025 [4] - The loan portfolio is predominantly secured, with 86% of the consumer portfolio consisting of residential mortgage or home equity [9] - The commercial real estate portfolio is well diversified, with no sector representing more than 7% of total loans [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to leverage its dominant market position and brand strength to build wealth market share, particularly in the affluent segment [6][7] - A partnership with Saterra is expected to modernize the broker-dealer platform, enhancing client experience and attracting advisors [7] - The company is focused on improving coordination between commercial and wealth teams to drive cross-marketing opportunities [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management anticipates further expansion of net interest margin for several quarters moving forward [5] - The outlook for loan growth remains in the low single digits, with expectations for improvement in the pipeline [32] - Management is optimistic about the potential for capital deployment into share repurchases in the near future [42] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit losses on loans and leases ended the quarter at $148.8 million, with a ratio of 1.06% [14] - The company declared a dividend of $0.70 per common share for the fourth quarter of 2025 [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Spot rate on total deposits - Total spot rate on deposits is 154 basis points [27] Question: Outlook for achieving 3% NIM - Management believes a 25 basis point increase in NIM per year is reasonable, with potential upside as Fed Funds rates decrease [30][31] Question: Commentary on loan growth outlook - Management expects low single-digit growth to continue, with Q4 anticipated to be better than Q3 [32][33] Question: Changes in wealth management strategy - The partnership with Saterra is progressing well, and the company is focused on enhancing client experience and attracting top advisors [36][38] Question: Capital return and buyback plans - Management is considering share repurchases and is satisfied with current capital levels [41][42] Question: Impact of de-risking on growth - De-risking has not been a headwind for growth, and current portfolios are not expected to impede future growth [46] Question: Expense growth outlook for 2026 - Expected expense growth for 2026 is projected to be in the 3% range [50]