Biggest changeExpected maturities could differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations, with or without call or prepayment penalties. 73 Table of Contents Table 17: Maturity and Yield Distribution of Investment Securities December 31, 2023 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ 16,787 $ 131,363 $ 117,199 $ 96,145 $ — $ 361,494 $ 346,648 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 1,711,668 1,711,668 1,520,421 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 191,522 191,522 175,405 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 370,203 370,203 363,473 State and political subdivisions 2,540 41,095 130,784 815,899 — 990,318 916,325 Other securities — 52,328 153,020 10,374 — 215,722 185,569 Total $ 19,327 $ 224,786 $ 401,003 $ 922,418 $ 2,273,393 $ 3,840,927 $ 3,507,841 Percentage of total amortized cost 0.5 % 5.9 % 10.4 % 24.0 % 59.2 % 100.0 % December 31, 2023 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ — $ 9,510 $ 33,775 $ — $ — $ 43,285 $ 40,678 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 130,278 130,278 126,022 State and political subdivisions — 17,988 272,169 820,267 — 1,110,424 1,003,781 Total $ — $ 27,498 $ 305,944 $ 820,267 $ 130,278 $ 1,283,987 $ 1,170,481 Percentage of total amortized cost — % 2.1 % 23.8 % 63.9 % 10.2 % 100.0 % December 31, 2023 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Tax Equivalent Yield (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises 1.79 % 2.53 % 3.65 % 6.04 % — % 3.79 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 2.63 2.63 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 3.87 3.87 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 6.41 6.41 State and political subdivisions 3.88 3.00 3.14 2.83 — 2.88 Other securities — 3.99 4.19 4.75 — 4.17 Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises — % 2.45 % 3.20 % — % — % 3.04 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 4.22 4.22 State and political subdivisions — 3.04 3.22 3.51 — 3.43 74 Table of Contents December 31, 2022 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ 257,082 $ 96,882 $ 198,889 $ 129,463 $ — $ 682,316 $ 661,820 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 1,900,796 1,900,796 1,685,462 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 197,435 197,435 179,133 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 428,933 428,933 414,374 State and political subdivisions 3,808 25,231 108,082 884,067 — 1,021,188 906,297 Other securities 8,500 41,248 149,848 15,356 — 214,952 194,504 Total $ 269,390 $ 163,361 $ 456,819 $ 1,028,886 $ 2,527,164 $ 4,445,620 $ 4,041,590 Percentage of total amortized cost 6.1 % 3.7 % 10.3 % 23.1 % 56.8 % 100.0 % December 31, 2022 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ — $ — $ 43,017 $ — $ — $ 43,017 $ 39,668 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 135,000 135,000 131,375 State and political subdivisions — 4,782 173,165 933,746 — 1,111,693 955,103 Other securities — — — — — — — Total $ — $ 4,782 $ 216,182 $ 933,746 $ 135,000 $ 1,289,710 $ 1,126,146 Percentage of total amortized cost — % 0.4 % 16.8 % 72.4 % 10.4 % 100.0 % December 31, 2022 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Tax Equivalent Yield (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises 2.97 % 2.03 % 2.69 % 3.64 % — % 2.88 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 2.45 2.45 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 3.73 3.73 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 4.98 4.98 State and political subdivisions 4.35 3.46 2.99 2.84 — 2.88 Other securities — 4.58 3.81 5.34 — 4.13 Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises — % — % 3.04 % — % — % 3.04 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 4.24 4.24 State and political subdivisions — 3.17 3.25 3.58 — 3.53 75 Table of Contents The weighted average tax-equivalent yield is calculated by multiplying the carried book value by the tax-equivalent yield for each security and is then grouped by investment type and maturity.
Biggest changeTable 19: Maturity and Yield Distribution of Investment Securities December 31, 2024 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ 9,034 $ 167,797 $ 50,608 $ 70,259 $ — $ 297,698 $ 284,790 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 1,527,463 1,527,463 1,324,684 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 184,643 184,643 171,394 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 228,751 228,751 225,648 State and political subdivisions 5,687 51,211 167,514 731,643 — 956,055 870,361 Other securities 3,011 55,940 146,321 10,390 — 215,662 195,762 Total $ 17,732 $ 274,948 $ 364,443 $ 812,292 $ 1,940,857 $ 3,410,272 $ 3,072,639 Percentage of total amortized cost 0.5 % 8.1 % 10.7 % 23.8 % 56.9 % 100.0 % 73 Table of Contents December 31, 2024 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ — $ 14,455 $ 29,105 $ — $ — $ 43,560 $ 40,539 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 124,169 124,169 117,474 State and political subdivisions — 41,372 336,948 731,160 — 1,109,480 984,927 Total $ — $ 55,827 $ 366,053 $ 731,160 $ 124,169 $ 1,277,209 $ 1,142,940 Percentage of total amortized cost — % 4.4 % 28.7 % 57.2 % 9.8 % 100.1 % December 31, 2024 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Tax Equivalent Yield (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises 0.76 % 2.40 % 4.10 % 5.87 % — % 3.49 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 2.70 2.70 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 3.81 3.81 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 5.02 5.02 State and political subdivisions 3.34 3.03 3.74 2.88 — 3.04 Other securities — 4.18 4.32 4.97 — 4.31 Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises — % 2.42 % 3.34 % — % — % 3.03 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 4.30 4.30 State and political subdivisions — 3.19 3.38 3.72 — 3.60 December 31, 2023 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ 16,787 $ 131,363 $ 117,199 $ 96,145 $ — $ 361,494 $ 346,648 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 1,711,668 1,711,668 1,520,421 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 191,522 191,522 175,405 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 370,203 370,203 363,473 State and political subdivisions 2,540 41,095 130,784 815,899 — 990,318 916,325 Other securities — 52,328 153,020 10,374 — 215,722 185,569 Total $ 19,327 $ 224,786 $ 401,003 $ 922,418 $ 2,273,393 $ 3,840,927 $ 3,507,841 Percentage of total amortized cost 0.5 % 5.9 % 10.4 % 24.0 % 59.2 % 100.0 % 74 Table of Contents December 31, 2023 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Total Amortized Cost Total Fair Value (Dollars in thousands) Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises $ — $ 9,510 $ 33,775 $ — $ — $ 43,285 $ 40,678 U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 130,278 130,278 126,022 State and political subdivisions — 17,988 272,169 820,267 — 1,110,424 1,003,781 Other securities — — — — — — — Total $ — $ 27,498 $ 305,944 $ 820,267 $ 130,278 $ 1,283,987 $ 1,170,481 Percentage of total amortized cost — % 2.1 % 23.8 % 63.9 % 10.2 % 100.0 % December 31, 2023 1 Year or Less 1 Year Through 5 Years 5 Years Through 10 Years Over 10 Years Monthly Amortizing Securities Tax Equivalent Yield (Dollars in thousands) Available-for-sale U.S. government-sponsored enterprises 1.79 % 2.53 % 3.65 % 6.04 % — % 3.79 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 2.63 2.63 Private mortgage-backed securities — — — — 3.87 3.87 Non-government-sponsored asset backed securities — — — — 6.41 6.41 State and political subdivisions 3.88 3.00 3.14 2.83 — 2.88 Other securities — 3.99 4.19 4.75 — 4.17 Held-to-maturity U.S. government-sponsored enterprises — % 2.45 % 3.20 % — % — % 3.04 % U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities — — — — 4.22 4.22 State and political subdivisions — 3.04 3.22 3.51 — 3.43 The weighted average tax-equivalent yield is calculated by multiplying the carried book value by the tax-equivalent yield for each security and is then grouped by investment type and maturity.
This consisted of a $12.0 million provision for credit losses on loans, a $1.7 million provision for credit losses on investment securities and a reversal of $1.5 million provision for unfunded commitments.
This consisted of a $12.0 million provision for credit losses on loans, a $1.7 million provision for credit losses on investment securities and a reversal of a $1.5 million provision for unfunded commitments.
Our net interest margin on a fully taxable equivalent basis increased from 3.81% for the year ended December 31, 2022 to 4.25% for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Our net interest margin on a fully taxable equivalent basis increased from 3.81% for the year ended December 31, 2022 to 4.25% for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The decrease in average interest earning assets is primarily due to a $2.12 billion decrease in average interest-bearing balances due from banks, which was partially offset by a $1.37 billion increase in average loans receivable and a $171.0 million increase in average investment securities.
The decrease in average interest earning assets is primarily due to a $2.12 billion decrease in average interest-bearing balances due from banks, which was partially offset by a $1.37 billion increase in average loans receivable and a $171.0 million increase in average investment securities.
For the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, we recognized $10.6 million and $16.3 million, respectively, in total net accretion for acquired loans and deposits. The reduction in accretion was dilutive to the net interest margin by approximately 3 basis points.
For the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, we recognized $10.6 million and $16.3 million, respectively, in total net accretion for acquired loans and deposits. The reduction in accretion was dilutive to the net interest margin by approximately 3 basis points.
The decrease in total assets is primarily due to a $539.5 million decrease in investment securities resulting from paydowns and maturities, which was partially offset by a $275.4 million increase in cash and cash equivalents during the year.
The decrease in total assets is primarily due to a $539.5 million decrease in investment securities resulting from paydowns and maturities, which was partially offset by a $275.4 million increase in cash and cash equivalents during the year.
The increase in stockholders’ equity is primarily associated with the $392.9 million in net income and the $56.4 million increase in accumulated other comprehensive income, which were partially offset by the $145.9 million of shareholder dividends paid and the repurchase of $48.3 million of our common stock during 2023.
The increase in stockholders’ equity is primarily associated with the $392.9 million in net income and the $56.4 million increase in accumulated other comprehensive income, which were partially offset by the $145.9 million of shareholder dividends paid and the repurchase of $48.3 million of our common stock during 2023.
The loans are not current on either principal or interest, and we have reversed any interest that had accrued subsequent to the non-accrual date designated by the Federal Reserve. Any interest payments that are received will be applied to the principal balance.
The loans are not current on either principal or interest, and we have reversed any interest that had accrued subsequent to the non-accrual date designated by the Federal Reserve. Any interest payments that are received will be applied to the principal balance.
Unless the context requires otherwise, the terms “Company,” “HBI,” “us,” “we” and “our” refer to Home BancShares, Inc. on a consolidated basis. General We are a bank holding company headquartered in Conway, Arkansas, offering a broad array of financial services through our wholly owned bank subsidiary, Centennial Bank (“Centennial”).
Unless the context requires otherwise, the terms “Company,” “HBI,” “us,” “we” and “our” refer to Home BancShares, Inc. on a consolidated basis. General We are a bank holding company headquartered in Conway, Arkansas, offering a broad array of financial services through our wholly owned bank subsidiary, Centennial Bank (“Centennial” or the "Bank").
Our loan portfolio balance increased $15.2 million to $14.42 billion as of December 31, 2023, from $14.41 billion as of December 31, 2022. The increase in loans was due to $340.4 million in organic loan growth within our legacy footprint, which was partially offset by $325.2 million of organic loan decline from our Centennial CFG franchise during 2023.
Our loan portfolio balance increased $15.2 million to $14.42 billion as of December 31, 2023, from $14.41 billion as of December 31, 2022. The increase in loans was due to $340.4 million in organic loan growth within our legacy footprint, which was partially offset by $325.2 million of organic loan decline from our CFG franchise during 2023.
Our capital amounts and classifications are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators as to components, risk weightings and other factors. 80 Table of Contents In July 2013, the Federal Reserve Board and the other federal bank regulatory agencies issued a final rule to revise their risk-based and leverage capital requirements and their method for calculating risk-weighted assets to make them consistent with the agreements that were reached by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision in “Basel III: A Global Regulatory Framework for More Resilient Banks and Banking Systems” and certain provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act (“Basel III”).
Our capital amounts and classifications are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators as to components, risk weightings and other factors. 79 Table of Contents In July 2013, the Federal Reserve Board and the other federal bank regulatory agencies issued a final rule to revise their risk-based and leverage capital requirements and their method for calculating risk-weighted assets to make them consistent with the agreements that were reached by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision in “Basel III: A Global Regulatory Framework for More Resilient Banks and Banking Systems” and certain provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act (“Basel III”).
Additional details for the year ended December 31, 2023 on some of the more significant changes are as follows: • The $18.1 million increase in salaries and employee benefits expense is primarily due to the acquisition of Happy. • The $6.9 million increase in occupancy and equipment expense is primarily due to increases in depreciation on buildings, machinery and equipment; utility expenses; lease expense; equipment maintenance and repairs; janitorial expenses; property taxes and other occupancy expenses related to the acquisition of Happy. • The $1.4 million increase in data processing expense is primarily due to increases in telecommunication fees, depreciation of equipment and software, software licensing subscriptions, core processing expenses and computer expenses related to the acquisition of Happy. • The $49.6 million decrease in merger and acquisition expense is due to costs associated with the acquisition of Happy. 57 Table of Contents • The $876,000 increase in advertising expense is primarily related to the acquisition of Happy. • The $832,000 increase in amortization of intangibles is due to the acquisition of Happy. • The $17.1 million increase in FDIC and state assessment expense is primarily due to the FDIC special assessment during the fourth quarter of 2023 and the acquisition of Happy during the second quarter of 2022.
Additional details for the year ended December 31, 2023 on some of the more significant changes are as follows: • The $18.1 million increase in salaries and employee benefits expense is primarily due to the acquisition of Happy. • The $6.9 million increase in occupancy and equipment expense is primarily due to increases in depreciation on buildings, machinery and equipment; utility expenses; lease expense; equipment maintenance and repairs; janitorial expenses; property taxes and other occupancy expenses related to the acquisition of Happy. • The $1.4 million increase in data processing expense is primarily due to increases in telecommunication fees, depreciation of equipment and software, software licensing subscriptions, core processing expenses and computer expenses related to the acquisition of Happy. • The $49.6 million decrease in merger and acquisition expense is due to costs associated with the acquisition of Happy. • The $876,000 increase in advertising expense is primarily related to the acquisition of Happy. • The $832,000 increase in amortization of intangibles is due to the acquisition of Happy. • The $17.1 million increase in FDIC and state assessment expense is primarily due to the FDIC special assessment during the fourth quarter of 2023 and the acquisition of Happy during the second quarter of 2022.
Loans are returned to accrual status when all the principal and interest amounts contractually due are brought current and future payments are reasonably assured. 67 Table of Contents Loans are placed on non-accrual status when management believes that the borrower’s financial condition, after giving consideration to economic and business conditions and collection efforts, is such that collection of interest is doubtful, or generally when loans are 90 days or more past due.
Loans are returned to accrual status when all the principal and interest amounts contractually due are brought current and future payments are reasonably assured. 47 Table of Contents Loans are placed on non-accrual status when management believes that the borrower’s financial condition, after giving consideration to economic and business conditions and collection efforts, is such that collection of interest is doubtful, or generally when loans are 90 days or more past due.
On April 1, 2022, the Company acquired $140.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 5.500% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2030 from Happy, and the Company recorded approximately $144.4 million which included fair value adjustments. The 2030 Notes are unsecured, subordinated debt obligations of the Company and will mature on July 31, 2030.
On April 1, 2022, the Company acquired $140.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 5.500% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2030 (the “2030 Notes”) from Happy, and the Company recorded approximately $144.4 million which included fair value adjustments.. The 2030 Notes are unsecured, subordinated debt obligations of the Company and will mature on July 31, 2030.
Therefore, the total commitment does not necessarily represent future requirements. 83 Table of Contents Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by the Company to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party. Those guarantees are primarily issued to support public and private borrowing arrangements, including commercial paper, bond financing and similar transactions.
Therefore, the total commitment does not necessarily represent future requirements. 82 Table of Contents Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by the Company to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party. Those guarantees are primarily issued to support public and private borrowing arrangements, including commercial paper, bond financing and similar transactions.
Our return on average common equity was 10.82% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 9.17% for the same period in 2022. 41 Table of Contents Financial Condition as of and for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 Our total assets as of December 31, 2023 decreased $226.9 million to $22.66 billion from the $22.88 billion reported as of December 31, 2022.
Our return on average common equity was 10.82% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 9.17% for the same period in 2022. 43 Table of Contents Financial Condition as of and for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 Our total assets as of December 31, 2023 decreased $226.9 million to $22.66 billion from the $22.88 billion reported as of December 31, 2022.
The improvement in stockholders’ equity was 7.5% for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to December 31, 2022. As of December 31, 2023, our non-performing loans increased to $64.1 million, or 0.44%, of total loans from $60.9 million, or 0.42%, of total loans as of December 31, 2022.
The improvement in stockholders’ equity was 7.5% for the year ended D ecember 31, 2023 compared to December 31, 2022. As of December 31, 2023, our non-performing loans increased to $64.1 million, or 0.44%, of total loans from $60.9 million, or 0.42%, of total loans as of December 31, 2022.
The sum of the loan’s purchase price and allowance for credit losses becomes its initial amortized cost basis. The difference between the initial amortized cost basis and the par value of the loan is a noncredit discount or premium, which is amortized into interest income over the life of the loan.
The sum of the loan’s purchase price and allowance for credit losses becomes its initial amortized cost basis. The difference between the initial amortized cost basis and the par value of the loan is a non-credit discount or premium, which is amortized into interest income over the life of the loan.
Tables 2 and 3 reflect an analysis of net interest income on a fully taxable equivalent basis for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, as well as changes in fully taxable equivalent net interest margin for the years 2023 compared to 2022 and 2022 compared to 2021.
Tables 2 and 3 reflect an analysis of net interest income on a fully taxable equivalent basis for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, as well as changes in fully taxable equivalent net interest margin for the years 2024 compared to 2023 and 2023 compared to 2022.
The $13.0 million FDIC special assessment was levied in order to recover the losses to the Deposit Insurance Fund associated with protecting uninsured depositors following the closures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. • The $4.2 million decrease in legal and accounting expense is primarily due to expenses related to a lawsuit brought by the Company which were incurred in 2022. • The $5.1 million increase in other expenses is primarily related to the acquisition of Happy, partially offset by the reduction of $2.1 million in TRUPS redemption fees which were incurred in 2022.
The $13.0 million FDIC special assessment was levied in order to recover the losses to the Deposit Insurance Fund associated with protecting uninsured depositors following the closures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. • The $4.2 million decrease in legal and accounting expense is primarily due to expenses related to a lawsuit brought by the Company which were incurred in 2022. • The $5.1 million increase in other expenses is primarily related to the acquisition of Happy, partially offset by the reduction of $2.1 million in trust preferred securities redemption fees which were incurred in 2022.
The yield on interest earning assets was 6.03% and 4.40% for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, as average interest earning assets decreased from $20.15 billion to $19.57 billion.
The yield on interest earning assets was 6.03% and 4.40% for the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, as average interest earning assets decreased from $20.15 billion to $19.57 billion.
It also applies to off-balance sheet credit exposures not accounted for as insurance (loan commitments, standby letters of credits, financial guarantees, and other similar instruments) and net investments in leases recognized by a lessor in accordance with Topic 842 on leases. Investments – Available-for-sale .
It also applies to off-balance sheet credit exposures not accounted for as insurance (loan commitments, standby letters of credits, financial guarantees, and other similar instruments) and net investments in leases recognized by a lessor in accordance with Topic 842 on leases. 45 Table of Contents Investments – Available-for-sale .
Government and other depository institutions. Our policy also permits the acceptance of brokered deposits. From time to time, when appropriate in order to fund strong loan demand, we accept brokered time deposits, generally in denominations of less than $250,000, from a regional brokerage firm, and other national brokerage networks.
Government and other depository institutions. 75 Table of Contents Our policy also permits the acceptance of brokered deposits. From time to time, when appropriate in order to fund strong loan demand, we accept brokered time deposits, generally in denominations of less than $250,000, from a regional brokerage firm, and other national brokerage networks.
Loans are charged off against the allowance when management believes the uncollectability of a loan balance is confirmed and expected recoveries do not exceed the aggregate of amounts previously charged-off and expected to be charged-off. The Company uses the DCF method to estimate expected losses for all of Company’s loan pools.
Loans are charged off against the allowance when management believes the uncollectability of a loan balance is confirmed and expected recoveries do not exceed the aggregate of amounts previously charged-off and expected to be charged-off. The Company uses the discount cash flow ("DCF") method to estimate expected losses for all of Company’s loan pools.
Table 7 below sets forth a summary of non-interest expense for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, as well as changes for the years ended 2023 compared to 2022 and 2022 compared to 2021.
Table 7 below sets forth a summary of non-interest expense for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, as well as changes for the years ended 2024 compared to 2023 and 2023 compared to 2022.
Subsequent changes to the allowance for credit losses are recorded through the provision for credit loss.
Subsequent changes to the allowance for credit losses are recorded through the provision for credit losses.
Expected maturities could differ from contractual maturities because the FHLB has have the right to call or the Company has the right to prepay certain obligations. Other borrowed funds were $701.3 million as of December 31, 2023 and were classified as short-term advances.
Expected maturities could differ from contractual maturities because the FHLB has have the right to call or the Company has the right to prepay certain obligations. Other borrowed funds were $750,000 as of December 31, 2024 and were classified as short-term advances. Other borrowed funds were $701.3 million as of December 31, 2023 and were classified as short-term advances.
Item 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following discussion and analysis presents our consolidated financial condition and results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021.
Item 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following discussion and analysis presents our consolidated financial condition and results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022.
We recognize compensation expense for the grant-date fair value of the option award over the vesting period of the award. 48 Table of Contents Acquisitions Acquisition of Happy Bancshares, Inc. On April 1, 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of Happy Bancshares, Inc., and merged Happy State Bank into Centennial Bank.
We recognize compensation expense for the grant-date fair value of the option award over the vesting period of the award. Acquisitions Acquisition of Happy Bancshares, Inc. On April 1, 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of Happy Bancshares, Inc. ("Happy"), and merged Happy State Bank into Centennial Bank.
These non-GAAP financial measures are also used by management to assess the performance of our business, because management does not consider these items to be relevant to ongoing financial performance. 84 Table of Contents In Table 24 below, we have provided a reconciliation of the non-GAAP calculation of the financial measure for the periods indicated.
These non-GAAP financial measures are also used by management to assess the performance of our business, because management does not consider these items to be relevant to ongoing financial performance. 83 Table of Contents In Table 26 below, we have provided a reconciliation of the non-GAAP calculation of the financial measure for the periods indicated.
In addition, the $22.8 million balance of foreclosed assets held for sale for our Centennial CFG Property Finance Group consists of an office building located in California which was placed in foreclosed assets held for sale during the fourth quarter of 2023. This represents the largest component of the Company's $30.5 million in foreclosed assets held for sale.
In addition, the $22.8 million balance of foreclosed assets held for sale for our Centennial CFG Property Finance Group consists of an office building located in California which was placed in foreclosed assets held for sale during the fourth quarter of 2023. This represents the largest component of the Company's $43.4 million in foreclosed assets held for sale.
The management fees are percentage based, flat, percentage of income or a fixed percentage calculated upon the average balance of assets depending upon account type. Fees are collected on a monthly or annual basis. 45 Table of Contents Credit Losses .
The management fees are percentage based, flat, percentage of income or a fixed percentage calculated upon the average balance of assets depending upon account type. Fees are collected on a monthly or annual basis. Credit Losses .
In Table 29 below, we have provided a reconciliation of the non-GAAP calculation of the financial measure for the periods indicated.
In Table 31 below, we have provided a reconciliation of the non-GAAP calculation of the financial measure for the periods indicated.
In an effort to more accurately reflect legislative and current state income apportionment, the state tax rate was increased to 5.049%. This raised the blended rate to 24.989%. During 2022, the Company lowered its marginal tax rate from 25.740% to 24.6735%.
In an effort to more accurately reflect legislative and current state income apportionment, the state tax rate was increased to 5.049%. This raised the blended rate to 24.989%. 57 Table of Contents During 2022, the Company lowered its marginal tax rate from 25.740% to 24.6735%.
Deposits and FHLB borrowed funds are our primary source of funding. Our largest expenses are interest on our funding sources, salaries and related employee benefits and occupancy and equipment. We measure our performance by calculating our net interest margin, return on average assets and return on average common equity.
Deposits and Federal Home Loan Bank ("FHLB") borrowed funds are our primary source of funding. Our largest expenses are interest on our funding sources, salaries and related employee benefits and occupancy and equipment. We measure our performance by calculating our net interest margin, return on average assets and return on average common equity.
This is usually established over a period of 6-12 months of timely payment performance. 69 Table of Contents Table 14 shows the allowance for credit losses, charge-offs and recoveries for loans as of and for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
This is usually established over a period of 6-12 months of timely payment performance. 69 Table of Contents Table 16 shows the allowance for credit losses, charge-offs and recoveries for loans as of and for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Centennial CFG loan fees were $9.9 million and $11.8 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively. • Trust fees - The Company enters into contracts with its customers to manage assets for investment, and/or transact on their accounts. The Company generally satisfies its performance obligations as services are rendered.
Centennial CFG loan fees were $9.5 million and $9.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. • Trust fees - The Company enters into contracts with its customers to manage assets for investment, and/or transact on their accounts. The Company generally satisfies its performance obligations as services are rendered.
The overall increase in the net interest margin was due to a decrease in average interest-bearing cash balances as well as an increase in interest income from higher yields on average interest-earning assets, partially offset by an increase in interest expense due to an increase in average interest-bearing liabilities at higher interest rates primarily as a result of the Happy acquisition and the current rising interest rate environment.
The overall increase in the net interest margin was due to a decrease in average interest-bearing cash balances as well as an increase in interest income from higher yields on average interest-earning assets, partially offset by an increase in interest expense due to an increase in average interest-bearing liabilities at higher interest rates primarily as a result of the Happy Bancshares, Inc. acquisition and the increased interest rate environment.
Branches As opportunities arise, we will continue to open new (commonly referred to as de novo ) branches in our current markets and in other attractive market areas. As of December 31, 2023, we had 223 branch locations.
Branches As opportunities arise, we will continue to open new (commonly referred to as de novo ) branches in our current markets and in other attractive market areas. As of December 31, 2024, we had 218 branch locations.
We will continue to manage interest expense through deposit pricing. We may allow higher rate deposits to run off during periods of limited loan demand. We believe that additional funds can be attracted, and deposit growth can be realized through deposit pricing if we experience increased loan demand or other liquidity needs.
We may allow higher rate deposits to run off during periods of limited loan demand. We believe that additional funds can be attracted, and deposit growth can be realized through deposit pricing if we experience increased loan demand or other liquidity needs.
These calculations, which are similar to the GAAP calculation of diluted earnings per common share, book value, return on average assets, return on average equity, and equity to assets, are presented in Tables 25 through 28, respectively.
These calculations, which are similar to the GAAP calculation of diluted earnings per common share, book value, return on average assets, return on average equity, and equity to assets, are presented in Tables 27 through 30, respectively.
The adjustment to convert certain income to a fully taxable equivalent basis consists of dividing tax-exempt income by one minus the combined federal and state income tax rate (24.989% for the year ended December 31, 2023, 24.6735% for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 25.740% for year ended December 31, 2021).
The adjustment to convert certain income to a fully taxable equivalent basis consists of dividing tax-exempt income by one minus the combined federal and state income tax rate (24.433% for the year ended December 31, 2024, 24.989% for the year ended December 31, 2023 and 24.6735% for year ended December 31, 2022).
The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loans to customers. The Company had total outstanding letters of credit amounting to $185.5 million and $184.6 million at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, with the majority of maturities ranging from currently due to four years.
The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loans to customers. The Company had total outstanding letters of credit amounting to $153.9 million and $185.5 million at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, with the majority of maturities ranging from currently due to four years.
Centennial CFG loan fees are based on loan or other negotiated agreements with customers and are accounted for under ASC Topic 310. Interchange fees were $22.6 million and $22.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively.
Centennial CFG loan fees are based on loan or other negotiated agreements with customers and are accounted for under ASC Topic 310. Interchange fees were $21.8 million and $22.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
The first was a $3.1 million charge-off for a commercial and industrial loan in our Centennial CFG market, and the second was a $1.5 million charge-off for a commercial real estate loan in our Florida market. While the 2022 charge-offs and recoveries consisted of many relationships, there were three individual relationships consisting of charge-offs greater than $1.0 million.
While the 2023 charge-offs and recoveries consisted of many relationships, there were two individual relationships that consisted of charge-offs greater than $1.0 million. The first was a $3.1 million charge-off for a commercial and industrial loan in our Centennial CFG market, and the second was a $1.5 million charge-off for a commercial real estate loan in our Florida market.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recorded $13.0 million in Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") special assessment expense and $1.1 million loss for the decrease in fair value of marketable securities, which were partially offset by $3.5 million in recoveries on historic losses from loans charged off prior to acquisition and $3.1 million in bank owned life insurance ("BOLI") death benefits.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recorded $13.0 million in FDIC special assessment expense and a $1.1 million loss for the decrease in fair value of marketable securities, which were partially offset by $3.5 million in recoveries on historic losses from loans charged off prior to acquisition and $3.1 million in BOLI death benefits.
Our efficiency ratio was 46.21% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 49.53% for the same period in 2022. For the year ended December 31, 2023, our efficiency ratio, as adjusted (non-GAAP), was 45.24%, compared to 44.55% reported for the year ended December 31, 2022. (See Table 29 for the non-GAAP tabular reconciliation).
Our efficiency ratio was 46.21% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 49.53% for the same period in 2022. For the year ended December 31, 2023, our efficiency ratio, as adjusted (non-GAAP), was 45.24%, compared to 44.55% reported for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Our return on average assets was 1.77% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 1.35% for the same period in 2022, and our return on average assets, as adjusted (non-GAAP) was 1.79% or the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 1.67% for the same period in 2022.
(See Table 29 for the non-GAAP tabular reconciliation.) Our return on average assets was 1.77% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 1.35% for the same period in 2022, and our return on average assets, as adjusted (non-GAAP), was 1.79% or the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 1.67% for the same period in 2022.
At December 31, 2023, we held $2.12 billion in assets that could be used for liquidity purposes, which we refer to as net available internal liquidity.
At December 31, 2024, we held $2.45 billion in assets that could be used for liquidity purposes, which we refer to as net available internal liquidity.
The primary factors that resulted in this decrease was the decrease in merger expense, partially offset by increases in salaries and employee benefits expense and FDIC and state assessment expense. Other factors were changes related to occupancy and equipment expenses, data processing expenses, advertising expenses, amortization of intangibles, legal and accounting expenses and other expense.
The primary factors that resulted in this decrease was the decrease in salaries and employee benefits expense and FDIC and state assessment expense, partially offset by the increases in legal and accounting fees and other expenses. Other factors were changes related to occupancy and equipment expenses, advertising expenses, amortization of intangibles, electronic banking expense and other professional fees.
We declared cash dividends on our common stock of $0.72, $0.66 and $0.56 per share for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The common stock dividend payout ratio for the year ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 was 37.13%, 42.07% and 28.88% respectively. Stock Repurchase Program.
We declared cash dividends on our common stock of $0.75, $0.72 and $0.66 per share for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. The common stock dividend payout ratio for the year ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 was 37.29%, 37.13% and 42.07% respectively. Stock Repurchase Program.
Credit Loss Expense : During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recorded a $12.0 million provision for credit losses on loans, a $1.7 million provision for credit losses on investment securities and a recovery of $1.5 million provision for unfunded commitments.
The Company recorded $12.1 million in credit loss expense for the year ended December 31, 2023. This consisted of a $12.0 million provision for credit losses on loans, a $1.7 million provision for credit losses on investment securities and a reversal of a $1.5 million provision for unfunded commitments.
The percentage of the allowance for credit losses allocated to loans receivable collectively evaluated for credit loss to the total loans collectively evaluated for impairment increased from 1.82% at December 31, 2022 to 1.98% at December 31, 2023. Charge-offs and Recoveries.
The percentage of the allowance for credit losses allocated to loans receivable collectively evaluated for credit loss to the total loans collectively evaluated for impairment decreased from 1.98% at December 31, 2023 to 1.73% at December 31, 2024. Charge-offs and Recoveries.
Investment Securities Our securities portfolio is the second largest component of earning assets and provides a significant source of revenue. Securities within the portfolio are classified as held-to-maturity, available-for-sale, or trading based on the intent and objective of the investment and the ability to hold to maturity. Fair values of securities are based on quoted market prices where available.
Investment Securities Our securities portfolio is the second largest component of earning assets and provides a significant source of revenue. Securities within the portfolio are classified as held-to-maturity ("HTM"), available-for-sale ("AFS"), or trading based on the intent and objective of the investment and the ability to hold to maturity.
At December 31, 2022, $50.0 million and $600.0 million of the outstanding balance was classified as short-term and long-term advances, respectively. The FHLB advances mature from 2025 to 2037 with fixed interest rates ranging from 3.37% to 4.84% and are secured by loans and investments securities.
At December 31, 2023, the entire $600.0 million balance was classified as long-term advances. The FHLB advances mature from 2025 to 2037 with fixed interest rates ranging from 3.37% to 4.84% and are secured by loans and investments securities.
We had $1.45 billion, $1.46 billion and $998.1 million total goodwill, core deposit intangibles and other intangible assets as of December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
We had $1.44 billion, $1.45 billion and $1.46 billion total goodwill, core deposit intangibles and other intangible assets as of December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
From and including January 30, 2027 to, but excluding, the maturity date or earlier redemption, the 2032 Notes will bear interest at a floating rate equal to the Benchmark rate (which is expected to be Three-Month Term SOFR)), each as defined in and subject to the provisions of the applicable supplemental indenture for the 2032 Notes, plus 182 basis points, payable quarterly in arrears on January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30 of each year, commencing on April 30, 2027. 78 Table of Contents The Company may, beginning with the interest payment date of January 30, 2027 , and on any interest payment date thereafter, redeem the 2032 Notes, in whole or in part, subject to prior approval of the Federal Reserve if then required, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the 2032 Notes to be redeemed plus accrued and unpaid interest to but excluding the date of redemption.
From and including July 31, 2025 to, but excluding, the maturity date or earlier redemption, the 2030 Notes will bear interest at a floating rate equal to the Benchmark rate (which is expected to be 3-month Secured Overnight Funding Rate (SOFR)), each as defined in and subject to the provisions of the applicable supplemental indenture for the 2030 Notes, plus 5.345%, payable quarterly in arrears on January 31, April 30, July 31, and October 31 of each year, commencing on October 31, 2025. 77 Table of Contents The Company may, beginning with the interest payment date of July 31, 2025, and on any interest payment date thereafter, redeem the 2030 Notes, in whole or in part, subject to prior approval of the Federal Reserve if then required, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the 2030 Notes to be redeemed plus accrued and unpaid interest to but excluding the date of redemption.
Table 22 presents actual capital amounts and ratios as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, for our bank subsidiary and us.
Table 24 presents actual capital amounts and ratios as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, for our bank subsidiary and us.
Table 23 presents the anticipated funding requirements of our most significant financial commitments, excluding interest, as of December 31, 2023.
Table 25 presents the anticipated funding requirements of our most significant financial commitments, excluding interest, as of December 31, 2024.
As result, the Company wrote down the value of the investment to its unrealized loss position, which required a $1.7 million provision. The remaining $842,000 allowance for credit losses on AFS investments is associated with certain securities in the subordinated debt portfolio within the banking sector. These investments are classified within the other securities category of the AFS portfolio.
As result, the Company wrote down the value of the investment to its unrealized loss position, which required a $1.7 million provision, but the remaining $842,000 allowance for credit losses on AFS investments associated with certain securities in the subordinated debt portfolio within the banking sector was considered adequate.
Under this method, the net deferred tax asset or liability is based on the tax effects of the differences between the book and tax basis of assets and liabilities, and enacted changes in tax rates and laws are recognized in the period in which they occur.
Under this method, the net deferred tax asset or liability is based on the tax effects of the differences between the book and tax basis of assets and liabilities, and enacted changes in tax rates and laws are recognized in the period in which they occur. 48 Table of Contents Deferred income tax expense results from changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities between periods.
Adjustments to historical loss information are made for differences in current loan-specific risk characteristics such as differences in underwriting standards, portfolio mix, delinquency level, or term as well as for changes in environmental conditions, such as changes in the national unemployment rate, gross domestic product, national retail sales index, housing price indices and rental vacancy rate index. 53 Table of Contents Acquired loans .
Adjustments to historical loss information are made for differences in current loan-specific risk characteristics such as differences in underwriting standards, portfolio mix, delinquency level, or term as well as for changes in environmental conditions, such as changes in the national unemployment rate, gross domestic product, national retail sales index, the Federal Housing Finance Agency ("FHFA") housing price index and rental vacancy rate index.
Financial Condition as of and for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 Our total assets as of December 31, 2023 decreased $226.9 million to $22.66 billion from the $22.88 billion reported as of December 31, 2022.
Financial Condition as of and for the Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 Our total assets as of December 31, 2024 decreased $165.9 million to $22.49 billion from the $22.66 billion reported as of December 31, 2023.
As of December 31, 2023, $175.4 million, or 5.0%, of our available-for-sale securities were invested in private mortgage-backed securities, compared to $179.1 million, or 4.4%, of our available-for-sale securities as of December 31, 2022.
As of December 31, 2024, $171.4 million, or 5.6%, of our available-for-sale securities were invested in private mortgage-backed securities, compared to $175.4 million, or 5.0%, of our available-for-sale securities as of December 31, 2023.
To reduce our income tax burden, $916.3 million, or 26.1%, of our available-for-sale securities portfolio as of December 31, 2023, were primarily invested in tax-exempt obligations of state and political subdivisions, compared to $906.3 million, or 22.4%, of our available-for-sale securities as of December 31, 2022. We had $346.6 million, or 9.9%, invested in obligations of U.S.
To reduce our income tax burden, $870.4 million, or 28.3%, of our available-for-sale securities portfolio as of December 31, 2024, were primarily invested in tax-exempt obligations of state and political subdivisions, compared to $916.3 million, or 26.1%, of our available-for-sale securities as of December 31, 2023. We had $284.8 million, or 9.3%, invested in obligations of U.S.
As of December 31, 2023, we had, on a consolidated basis, total assets of $22.66 billion, loans receivable, net, of $14.14 billion, total deposits of $16.79 billion, and stockholders’ equity of $3.79 billion. We generate most of our revenue from interest on loans and investments, service charges, and mortgage banking income.
As of December 31, 2024, we had, on a consolidated basis, total assets of $22.49 billion, loans receivable, net, of $14.49 billion, total deposits of $17.15 billion, and stockholders’ equity of $3.96 billion. We generate most of our revenue from interest on loans and investments, service charges, and mortgage banking income.
Total charge-offs decreased to $16.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $17.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Total recoveries decreased to $2.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $3.2 million for the same period in 2022.
Total charge-offs increased to $63.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $16.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Total recoveries decreased to $2.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $2.7 million for the same period in 2023.
On a diluted earnings per share basis, our earnings were $1.94 per share for the year ended December 31, 2023 and $1.57 per share for the year ended December 31, 2022. The Company recorded $12.1 million in credit loss expense for the year ended December 31, 2023.
On a diluted earnings per share basis, our earnings were $2.01 per share for the year ended December 31, 2024 and $1.94 per share for the year ended December 31, 2023. The Company recorded $48.1 million in credit loss expense for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Available-for-sale securities were $3.51 billion and $4.04 billion as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. 71 Table of Contents As of December 31, 2023, $1.52 billion, or 43.3%, of our available-for-sale securities were invested in U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities, compared to $1.69 billion, or 41.7%, of our available-for-sale securities as of December 31, 2022.
Available-for-sale securities were $3.07 billion and $3.51 billion as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. 71 Table of Contents As of December 31, 2024, $1.32 billion, or 43.1%, of our available-for-sale securities were invested in U.S. government-sponsored mortgage-backed securities, compared to $1.52 billion, or 43.3%, of our available-for-sale securities as of December 31, 2023.
The amounts advanced under resale agreements and the amounts borrowed under repurchase agreements are carried on the balance sheet at the amount advanced. Interest incurred on repurchase agreements is reported as interest expense. Securities sold under agreements to repurchase increased $10.9 million, or 8.3%, from $131.1 million as of December 31, 2022 to $142.1 million as of December 31, 2023.
The amounts advanced under resale agreements and the amounts borrowed under repurchase agreements are carried on the balance sheet at the amount advanced. Interest incurred on repurchase agreements is reported as interest expense. Securities sold under agreements to repurchase increased $20.3 million, or 14.3%, from $142.1 million as of December 31, 2023 to $162.4 million as of December 31, 2024.
The improvement in stockholders’ equity was 7.5% for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to December 31, 2022. As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, our equity to asset ratio was 16.73% and 15.41%, respectively. Book value per common share was $18.81 at December 31, 2023 compared to $17.33 at December 31, 2022. Common Stock Cash Dividends.
The improvement in stockholders’ equity was 4.5% for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to December 31, 2023. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, our equity to asset ratio was 17.61% and 16.73%, respectively. Book value per common share was $19.92 at December 31, 2024 compared to $18.81 at December 31, 2023. Common Stock Cash Dividends.
If quoted market prices are not available, estimated fair values are based on quoted market prices of comparable securities. The estimated effective duration of our securities portfolio was 5.07 years as of December 31, 2023.
Fair values of securities are based on quoted market prices where available. If quoted market prices are not available, estimated fair values are based on quoted market prices of comparable securities. The estimated effective duration of our securities portfolio was 4.8 years as of December 31, 2024.
The decrease in volume is due to the increase in interest rates. 55 Table of Contents • The $855,000 increase in cash value of life insurance is primarily related to the increase in bank owned life insurance resulting from the acquisition of Happy. • The $2.4 million increase in dividends from FHLB, FRB, FNBB & other is primarily due to an increase in dividend income from FHLB and FRB stock holdings related to the acquisition of Happy and an increase in dividends on marketable securities, partially offset by a lower volume of dividends from equity investments. • The $1.5 million increase in gain on sale of branches, equipment and other assets, net, is primarily due to the sales of buildings in Texas and Florida in 2023. • The $9.8 million decrease in other income is primarily due to the $15.0 million in income in 2022 from the settlement of a lawsuit brought by the Company and a $6.0 million decrease in income for items previously charged-off, which were partially offset by $4.9 million increase in income from equity method investments, $3.1 million in BOLI death benefit income and a $2.8 million increase in rental income primarily related to the acquisition of Happy.
The decrease in volume is due to the increase in interest rates. • The $855,000 increase in cash value of life insurance is primarily related to the increase in bank owned life insurance resulting from the acquisition of Happy. • The $2.4 million increase in dividends from FHLB, FRB, FNBB & other is primarily due to an increase in dividend income from FHLB and FRB stock holdings related to the acquisition of Happy and an increase in dividends on marketable securities, partially offset by a lower volume of dividends from equity investments. • The $1.5 million increase in gain on sale of branches, equipment and other assets, net, is primarily due to the sales of buildings in Texas and Florida in 2023. • The $9.8 million decrease in other income is primarily due to the $15.0 million in income in 2022 from the settlement of a lawsuit brought by the Company and a $6.0 million decrease in income for items previously charged-off, which were partially offset by $4.9 million increase in income from equity method investments, $3.1 million in BOLI death benefit income and a $2.8 million increase in rental income primarily related to the acquisition of Happy. 55 Table of Contents Non-Interest Expense Non-interest expense consists of salaries and employee benefits, occupancy and equipment, data processing, and other expenses such as advertising, merger and acquisition expenses, amortization of intangibles, electronic banking expense, FDIC and state assessment, insurance, legal and accounting fees and other professional fees.
(3) See Table 29 for the non-GAAP tabular reconciliation. 40 Table of Contents 2023 Overview Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 Our net income increased $87.7 million, or 28.7%, to $392.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, from $305.3 million for the same period in 2022.
(3) See Table 31 for the non-GAAP tabular reconciliation. 40 Table of Contents 2024 Overview Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 Our net income increased $9.3 million, or 2.4%, to $402.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $392.9 million for the same period in 2023.
Residential real estate loans generally have a loan-to-value ratio of up to 90%. These loans are underwritten by giving consideration to many factors including the borrower’s ability to pay, stability of employment or source of income, debt-to-income ratio, credit history and loan-to-value ratio.
These loans are underwritten by giving consideration to many factors including the borrower’s ability to pay, stability of employment or source of income, debt-to-income ratio, credit history and loan-to-value ratio.
The effective tax rates for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 were 23.24%, 22.64% and 23.45%, respectively. The Company’s marginal tax rate was 24.989%, 24.6735% and 25.740% for years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
The effective tax rates for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 were 22.99%, 23.24% and 22.64%, respectively. The Company’s marginal tax rate was 24.433%, 24.989% and 24.6735% for years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Table 29: Efficiency Ratio, As Adjusted Years Ended December 31, 2023 2022 2021 (Dollars in thousands) Net interest income (A) $ 826,945 $ 758,676 $ 572,971 Non-interest income (B) 169,934 175,111 137,569 Non-interest expense (C) 472,863 475,627 298,517 FTE Adjustment (D) 5,506 8,663 7,079 Amortization of intangibles (E) 9,685 8,853 5,683 Adjustments: Non-interest income: Fair value adjustment for marketable securities $ (1,094) $ (1,272) $ 7,178 Special dividend from equity investment — 1,434 12,500 Gain on OREO, net 332 500 2,003 Gain (loss) on branches, equipment and other assets, net 1,507 15 (105) Gain on securities, net — — 219 BOLI death benefits 3,117 — — Special lawsuit settlement — 15,000 — Recoveries on historic losses 3,461 6,706 5,107 Total non-interest income adjustments (F) $ 7,323 $ 22,383 $ 26,902 Non-interest expense: FDIC special assessment $ 12,983 $ — $ — TRUPS redemption fees — 2,081 — Merger expenses — 49,594 1,886 Hurricane expense — 176 — Special lawsuit legal expense — 5,000 — Total non-core non-interest expense (G) $ 12,983 $ 56,851 $ 1,886 Efficiency ratio (reported): ((C-E)/(A+B+D)) 46.21 % 49.53 % 40.81 % Efficiency ratio, as adjusted (non-GAAP): ((C-E-G)/(A+B+D-F)) 45.24 44.55 42.12 87 Table of Contents Table 30 presents selected unaudited quarterly financial information for 2023 and 2022.
Table 31: Efficiency Ratio, As Adjusted Years Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 (Dollars in thousands) Net interest income (A) $ 848,774 $ 826,945 $ 758,676 Non-interest income (B) 168,574 169,934 175,111 Non-interest expense (C) 446,936 472,863 475,627 FTE Adjustment (D) 8,534 5,506 8,663 Amortization of intangibles (E) 8,443 9,685 8,853 Adjustments: Non-interest income: Fair value adjustment for marketable securities $ 2,971 $ (1,094) $ (1,272) Special dividend from equity investment — — 1,434 (Loss) gain on OREO, net (2,272) 332 500 Gain on branches, equipment and other assets, net 2,102 1,507 15 BOLI death benefits 257 3,117 — Special lawsuit settlement — — 15,000 Recoveries on historic losses — 3,461 6,706 Total non-interest income adjustments (F) $ 3,058 $ 7,323 $ 22,383 Non-interest expense: FDIC special assessment $ 2,260 $ 12,983 $ — TRUPS redemption fees — — 2,081 Merger expenses — — 49,594 Hurricane expense — — 176 Special lawsuit legal expense — — 5,000 Total non-interest expense adjustments (G) $ 2,260 $ 12,983 $ 56,851 Efficiency ratio (reported): ((C-E)/(A+B+D)) 42.74 % 46.21 % 49.53 % Efficiency ratio, as adjusted (non-GAAP): ((C-E-G)/(A+B+D-F)) 42.65 45.24 44.55 86 Table of Contents Table 32 presents selected unaudited quarterly financial information for 2024 and 2023.
(2) Fully taxable equivalent (assuming an income tax rate of 25.740% for 2021, 24.6735% for 2022 and 24.989% for 2023).
(2) Fully taxable equivalent (assuming an income tax rate of 24.6735% for 2022, 24.989% for 2023 and 24.433% for 2024).
In addition, it is common for the Bank to seek additional collateral or guarantor support when modifying a loan. At December 31, 2023, the amount of restructured loans was $24.6 million. As of December 31, 2023, 92.1% of all restructured loans were performing to the terms of the restructure.
In addition, it is common for the Bank to seek additional collateral or guarantor support when modifying a loan. At December 31, 2024, the amount of restructured loans was $122.7 million. As of December 31, 2024, 86.3% of all restructured loans were performing to the terms of the restructure.
Table 11: Total Foreclosed Assets Held for Sale December 31 2023 2022 (In thousands) Commercial real estate loans Non-farm/non-residential $ 29,894 $ 118 Construction/land development 47 47 Residential real estate loans Residential 1-4 family 545 260 Multifamily residential — 121 Total foreclosed assets held for sale $ 30,486 $ 546 64 Table of Contents The Company had $94.9 million and $221.1 million in impaired loans (which includes loans individually analyzed for credit losses for which a specific reserve has been recorded, non-accrual loans, loans past due 90 days or more and restructured loans made to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty) as of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively.
Table 13: Total Foreclosed Assets Held for Sale December 31 2024 2023 (In thousands) Commercial real estate loans Non-farm/non-residential $ 28,392 $ 29,894 Construction/land development 13,391 47 Residential real estate loans Residential 1-4 family 1,624 545 Total foreclosed assets held for sale $ 43,407 $ 30,486 The Company had $268.0 million and $94.9 million in impaired loans (which includes loans individually analyzed for credit losses for which a specific reserve has been recorded, non-accrual loans, loans past due 90 days or more and restructured loans made to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty) as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.