Exhibit 99.1
April 21, 2021
Earnings Report – March 31, 2021
Record Assets & Increased Earnings
Dear Shareholders:
We are pleased to announce record assets for your company. Total assets were $1.3 billion as of March 31, 2021 compared to $1.1 billion as of March 31, 2020. Year-to-date net income increased 40.4% at $2.5 million for the period ending March 31, 2021 compared to $1.8 million for the period ending March 31, 2020. Year-to-date diluted earnings per share increased 36.7% at $0.41 and $0.30, for March 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
The change in year-to-date net income from prior year was impacted by the following factors: a decrease in net interest income primarily due to lower interest rates, lower provision for loan loss expense due to stabilization of economic indicators, higher non-interest income lifted by gains on secondary market loan sales, and an increase in non-interest expense driven by one-time merger related expenses due to our announced agreement with Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. The increase in the balance sheet was due to higher investment securities funded by higher deposits.
As we look forward to our announced merger with Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc., we believe we are incredibly well positioned for continued growth. The synergies and expanded market share created by the merger should create a strong value for shareholders. Our banks are culturally aligned in terms of being financially strong, well-managed community banks, with a focus on commitment to community banking and delivering premier customer service. The closing of the merger is planned for May 31, 2021. The management of both banks are working toward a smooth transition with customers, while continuing to plan for future opportunities.
As always, thank you for your continued support.
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/s/Louis Prichard | |
Louis Prichard | |
President, CEO | |