The Company groups its financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value in three levels. Fair value should be based on the assumptions market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability and establishes a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs used to develop those assumptions and measure fair value. The hierarchy requires companies to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The three levels of inputs used to measure fair value are as follows:
Fair values of investment securities available-for-sale were primarily measured using information from a third-party pricing service. This pricing service provides information by utilizing evaluated pricing models supported with market data information. Standard inputs include benchmark yields, reported trades, broker/dealer quotes, issuer spreads, benchmark securities, bids, offers, and reference data from market research publications.
The following tables present the balance of assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013. The Company did not record any liabilities at fair value for which measurement of the fair value was made on a recurring basis.
The Company has segregated all financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis into the most appropriate level within the fair value hierarchy based on the inputs used to determine the fair value at the measurement date in the table below. The Company did not record any liabilities at fair value for which measurement of the fair value was made on a non-recurring basis.
The fair value of the impaired loans is measured at the fair value of the collateral for collateral-dependent loans. Impaired loans are Level 2 assets measured using appraisals from external parties of the collateral less any prior liens. Repossessed assets are initially recorded at fair value less estimated costs to sell. The fair value of repossessed assets is based on property appraisals and an analysis of similar properties available. As such, the Company records repossessed assets as Level 2.
The fair value of a financial instrument is the current amount that would be exchanged between willing parties, other than in a forced liquidation. Fair value is best determined based upon quoted market prices. However, in many instances, there are no quoted market prices for the Company’s various financial instruments. In cases where quoted market prices are not available, fair values are based on estimates using present value or other valuation techniques. Those techniques are significantly affected by the assumptions used, including the discount rate and estimates of future cash flows. Accordingly, the fair value estimates may not be realized in an immediate settlement of the instrument. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, certain financial instruments and all non-financial instruments are excluded from these disclosure requirements. Accordingly, the aggregate fair value amounts presented may not necessarily represent the underlying fair value of the Company.
The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of each class of financial instruments for which it is practicable to estimate that value:
Cash and Short-Term Investments — For those short-term instruments, the carrying amount is a reasonable estimate of fair value.
Securities — Fair value of securities is based on quoted market prices. If a quoted market price is not available, fair value is estimated using quoted market prices for similar securities.
Loans — The fair value for loans is estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, with interest rates currently being offered for similar loans to borrowers with similar credit rates. Loans with similar classifications are aggregated for purposes of the calculations. The allowance for loan losses, which was used to measure the credit risk, is subtracted from loans.
Deposits — The fair value of demand deposits, savings account, and certain money market deposits is the amount payable at the reporting date. The fair value of fixed-maturity certificates of deposit is estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, with interest rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.
Borrowings — The fair value of FHLB advances is estimated using the rates currently offered in the market for advances of similar maturities.
Commitments to Extend Credit and Standby Letters of Credit — The fair values of commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit do not differ significantly from the commitment amount and are therefore omitted from this disclosure.
Fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time, based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These estimates do not reflect the premium or discount on any particular financial instrument that could result from the sale of the Company’s entire holdings. Fair value estimates are based on many judgments. These estimates are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of judgment and therefore cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates. Fair value estimates are based on existing balance sheet financial instruments without attempting to estimate the value of anticipated future business and the value of assets and liabilities that are not considered financial instruments. Significant assets and liabilities that are not considered financial instruments include deferred income taxes and premises and equipment. In addition, the tax ramifications related to the realization of the unrealized gains and losses can have a significant effect on fair value estimates and have not been considered in the estimates.
In connection with the mutual to stock conversion completed in the third quarter of fiscal 2011, effective July 1, 2011, the Company instituted an employee stock ownership plan. The State-Investors Bank Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) enables all eligible employees of the Bank to share in the growth of the Company through the acquisition of stock. Employees are generally eligible to participate in the ESOP after completion of one year of service and attaining the age of 21.
The ESOP purchased the statutory limit of eight percent of the shares sold in the initial public offering of the Company on July 6, 2011. This purchase was facilitated by a loan from the Company to the ESOP in the amount of $2.3 million. The loan is secured by a pledge of the ESOP shares. The shares pledged as collateral are reported as unearned ESOP shares in the consolidated balance sheets. The corresponding note is being repaid in 80 quarterly debt service payments of $40,000 on the last business day of each quarter, beginning September 30, 2011, at the rate of 3.25%.
The Company, at its discretion, may contribute to the ESOP, in the form of debt service. Cash dividends on the Company’s stock shall be used to either repay the loan, be distributed to the participants in the ESOP, or retained in the ESOP and reinvested in Company stock. Shares are released for allocation to ESOP participants based on principal and interest payments of the note. Compensation expense is recognized based on the number of shares allocated to ESOP participants each period and the average market price of the stock for the period.
ESOP compensation expense for the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, was $45,000 and $42,000, respectively.
In January 2012, the shareholders of State Investors Bancorp approved the adoption of the 2012 Recognition and Retention Plan (the “RRP”) and Trust Agreement. In order to fund the RRP, the RRP Trust acquired 116,380 shares of the Company’s stock in the open market at an average price of $12.73 per share. Pursuant to the RRP, 81,462 shares were granted to certain officers, employees and directors of the Company in January 2012, with 34,918 shares remaining available for future grant. The RRP share awards have vesting periods from five to seven years.
The weighted average grant date fair value is the last sale price as quoted on the Nasdaq stock market on January 24, 2012. Compensation expense on the RRP shares granted is recognized ratably over the five to seven year vesting period in an amount which is equal to the fair value of the common stock at the date of grant. During the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, $36,000 in compensation expense was recognized in both years, respectively. As of March 31, 2014, approximately $650,000 in additional compensation expense will be recognized over the remaining average service period of approximately 4.5 years.
In January 2012, the shareholders of State Investors Bancorp approved the adoption of the 2012 Stock Option Plan (the “Option Plan”). The Option Plan authorizes the grant of stock options to officers, employees and directors of the Company to acquire 290,950 shares of common stock with an exercise price no less than the fair market value on the date of the grant. The Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors granted 216,755 stock options on January 24, 2012 to certain officers, employees and directors of the Company at an exercise price of $11.82 per share, equal to the fair market value of the common stock on the grant date. On January 24, 2014, the Compensation Committee granted 20,000 options to certain officers at an exercise price of $15.99 per share. The remaining 54,195 stock options are available for future grant. All incentive stock options issued under the Option Plan are intended to comply with the requirements of Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code. Options will become vested and exercisable over a five to seven year period and are generally exercisable for a period of ten years after the grant date.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) (Unaudited)
Note 6 – Stock Compensation Plans (Continued)
Stock Options (Continued)
A summary of option activity under the Company’s Option Plan as of March 31, 2014 and changes during the three months ended March 31, 2014 is as follows:
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Outstanding at the beginning of the year | | | 216,173 | | | $ | 11.82 | | | $ | 3.11 | |
Granted | | | 20,000 | | | | 15.99 | | | | 5.22 | |
Exercised | | | -- | | | | -- | | | | | |
Forfeited | | | -- | | | | -- | | | | -- | |
Outstanding at the end of the period | | | 226,173 | | | $ | 12.17 | | | $ | 3.29 | |
Exercisable at the end of the period | | | 71,491 | | | $ | 11.86 | | | $ | 3.13 | |
During the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, $25,342 and $25,422 in compensation expense was recognized, respectively. As of March 31, 2014, approximately $560,000 in additional compensation expense will be recognized over the remaining average service period of approximately 4.8 years.
Note 7 – Earning Per Share
Earnings per common share was computed based on the following:
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Income applicable to common shares | | $ | 229 | | | $ | 127 | |
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Weighted average common shares outstanding | | | 2,359 | | | | 2,545 | |
Effect of dilutive securities | | | 75 | | | | 53 | |
Weighted average common shares outstanding – assuming dilution | | | 2,434 | | | | 2,598 | |
Earnings per common share | | $ | 0.10 | | | $ | 0.05 | |
Earnings per common share - assuming dilution | | $ | 0.09 | | | $ | 0.05 | |
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The purpose of this discussion and analysis is to focus on significant changes in the financial condition of State Investors Bancorp, Inc. (“State Investors Bancorp” or the “Company”) from December 31, 2013 to March 31, 2014 and on its results of operations during the quarters ended March 31, 2014 and 2013. This discussion and analysis is intended to highlight and supplement information presented elsewhere in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q, particularly the financial statements and related notes appearing in Item 1.
To the extent that statements in this Form 10-Q relate to future plans, objectives, financial results or performance of the Company or State-Investors Bank (the “Bank”), these statements are deemed to be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements, which are based on management’s current information, estimates and assumptions and the current economic environment, are generally identified by the use of the words “plan”, “believe”, “expect”, “intend”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “project” or similar expressions. The Company’s or Bank’s actual strategies and results in future periods may differ materially from those currently expected due to various risks and uncertainties. The Company does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.
Critical Accounting Policies
In reviewing and understanding financial information for State Investors Bancorp, you are encouraged to read and understand the significant accounting policies used in preparing our financial statements. These policies are described in Note 1 of the notes to our financial statements. The accounting and financial reporting policies of State Investors Bancorp conform to accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and to general practices within the banking industry. Accordingly, the financial statements require certain estimates, judgments, and assumptions, which are believed to be reasonable, based upon the information available. These estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the periods presented. The following accounting policies comprise those that management believes are the most critical to aid in fully understanding and evaluating our reported financial results. These policies require numerous estimates or economic assumptions that may prove inaccurate or may be subject to variations which may significantly affect our reported results and financial condition for the period or in future periods.
Allowance for Loan Losses. The allowance for loan losses is maintained at a level to provide for probable credit losses related to specifically identified loans and for losses inherent in the loan portfolio that have been incurred as of the balance sheet date. The allowance for loan losses is comprised of specific allowances and a general allowance. Specific provisions are assessed for each loan that is reviewed for impairment or for which a probable loss has been identified. The allowance related to loans that are identified as impaired is based on discounted expected future cash flows using the loan’s initial effective interest rate, the observable market value of the loan, or the estimated fair value of the collateral for certain collateral dependent loans. Factors contributing to the determination of specific provisions include the financial condition of the borrower, changes in the value of pledged collateral and general economic conditions. General allowances are established based on historical charge-offs considering factors that include risk rating, concentrations and loan type. For the general allowance, management also considers trends in delinquencies and non-accrual loans, concentrations, volatility of risk ratings and the evolving mix in terms of collateral, relative loan size and the degree of seasoning within the various loan products.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
Our allowance levels may be impacted by changes in underwriting standards, credit administration and collection policies, regulation and other factors which affect the credit quality and collectability of the loan portfolio also impact the allowance levels. The allowance for loan losses is based on management’s estimate of probable credit losses inherent in the loan portfolio; actual credit losses may vary from the current estimate. The allowance for loan losses is reviewed periodically, taking into consideration the risk characteristics of the loan portfolio, past charge-off experience, general economic conditions and other factors that warrant current recognition. As adjustments to the allowance for loan losses become necessary, they are reflected as a provision for loan losses in current-period earnings. Actual loan charge-offs are deducted from and subsequent recoveries of previously charged-off loans are added to the allowance.
Other-Than-Temporary Impairment. We review our investment portfolio on a quarterly basis for indications of impairment. This review includes analyzing the length of time and the extent to which the fair value has been lower than the cost, the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer including any specific events that may influence the operations of the issuer, and the intent and ability to hold the investment for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in the market. Inherent in this analysis is a certain amount of imprecision in the judgment used by management.
We recognize credit-related other-than-temporary impairment on debt securities in earnings while noncredit-related other-than-temporary impairment on debt securities not expected to be sold is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income. We assess whether the credit loss existed by considering whether (a) we have the intent to sell the security, (b) it is more likely than not that we will be required to sell the security before recovery, or (c) we do not expect to recover the entire amortized cost basis of the security. We may bifurcate the other-than-temporary impairment on securities not expected to be sold or where the entire amortized cost of the security is not expected to be recovered into the components representing credit loss and the component representing loss related to other factors. The portion of the fair value decline attributable to credit loss is recognized through earnings.
Corporate debt securities are evaluated for other-than-temporary impairment by determining whether it is probable that an adverse change in estimated cash flows has occurred. Determining whether there has been an adverse change in estimated cash flows involves the calculation of the present value of remaining cash flows compared to previously projected cash flows. We consider the discounted cash flow analysis to be our primary evidence when determining whether credit-related other-than-temporary impairment exists on corporate debt securities.
Income Taxes. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined using the liability (or balance sheet) method. Under this method, the net deferred tax asset or liability is determined based on the tax effects of the temporary differences between the book and tax bases of the various assets and liabilities and gives current recognition to changes in tax rates and laws. Realizing our deferred tax assets principally depends upon our achieving projected future taxable income, we may change our judgments regarding future profitability due to future market conditions and other factors. We may adjust our deferred tax asset balances if our judgments change.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
Comparison of Financial Condition at March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013
General. The Company’s total assets increased by $697,000, to $259.4 million at March 31, 2014, compared to $258.7 million at December 31, 2013. For the quarter ended March 31, 2014, the increase in our assets was primarily due to increases in net loans receivable of $4.0 million, or 2.0%, partially offset by decreases in cash and cash equivalents of $2.3 million, or 26.4%, and mortgage-backed securities of $1.1 million, or 2.9%, compared to December 31, 2013.
Cash and Cash Equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents decreased $2.3 million, or 26.4%, from $8.7 million at December 31, 2013 to $6.4 million at March 31, 2014, as excess liquidity was used to fund loan growth.
Loans Receivable, Net. Loans receivable, net, increased by $4.0 million, or 2.0%, to $203.3 million at March 31, 2014, compared to $199.3 million at December 31, 2013. During the quarter ended March 31, 2014, our total loan originations and purchases amounted to $11.1 million and loan principal payments were $7.0 million. All of our loans are originated for portfolio. The increase in loans receivable, net, was primarily due to increases in one-to-four family residential loans of $2.6 million, residential construction loans of $1.5 million, home equity lines of credit of $248,000, and $47,000 in consumer non-real estate loans. These increases were partially offset by decreases of $122,000 in multi-family residential loans, $67,000 in commercial real estate loans, $40,000 in land loans, and $10,000 in commercial business loans.
Investment Securities. Investment and mortgage-backed securities amounted to $37.2 million at March 31, 2014 compared to $38.3 million at December 31, 2013, a decrease of $1.1 million, or 2.9%. The decrease in mortgage-backed securities at March 31, 2014, was due to paydowns received during the three-month period, offset by unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities.
Premises and Equipment, Net. Premises and equipment, net, decreased $67,000, to $8.16 million at March 31, 2014, compared to $8.22 million at December 31, 2013, primarily due to depreciation of fixed assets.
Total liabilities. Total liabilities increased $1.0 million, at March 31, 2014, to $218.2 million compared to $217.1 million at December 31, 2013, primarily due to an increase of $2.2 million in advances from the Federal Home Loan Bank. Deposits decreased $1.5 million, or 1.0%, to $157.6 million at March 31, 2014, compared to $159.1 million at December 31, 2013, primarily due to decreases in certificates of deposit of $912,000, or 1.0%, and an $847,000, or 3.1% decrease in checking accounts, partially offset by a $212,000, or 0.8%, increase in passbook savings accounts, and an increase of $41,000, or 0.4%, in money market deposit accounts. We had $58.2 million of advances from the Federal Home Loan Bank at March 31, 2014 compared to $56.0 million at December 31, 2013, an increase of $2.2 million, or 3.9%. The increase in Federal Home Loan Bank advances was to fund loan originations and cover deposit outflows.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
Total Stockholders’ Equity. Total stockholders’ equity amounted to $41.2 million at March 31, 2014, compared to $41.6 million at December 31, 2013, a decrease of $344,000, or 0.8%. The reason for the decrease in our total stockholders’ equity was primarily due to the purchase of $764,000 of treasury stock, under the Company’s fourth stock repurchase program, partially offset by net income of $229,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2014, an increase in unrealized gain on securities available for sale of $61,000, net of the deferred tax effect and amortization of stock awards and options under our stock compensation plans of $62,000, the release of $45,000 in ESOP shares and release of $23,000 in Recognition and Retention Plan shares.
Comparison of Operating Results for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2014 and 2013
General. The Company’s net income amounted to $229,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2014, an increase of $102,000, or 80.3%, compared to net income of $127,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2013. This increase was primarily due to an increase in net interest income of $178,000, or 9.3%, partially offset by an increase in non-interest expense of $20,000, or 1.2%. The increase in net interest income was due to an increase of $175,000, or 6.8%, in total interest income in the first quarter of 2014 primarily as a result of increases in interest earning assets and a decrease of $3,000, or 0.5%, of total interest expense.
Net Interest Income. Net interest income amounted to $2.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2014, compared to $1.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2013. The $178,000, or 9.3%, increase was primarily due to a $175,000 increase in total interest income and a $3,000 decrease in total interest expense. Interest paid on deposits decreased $49,000, while interest on Federal Home Loan Bank advances increased $46,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2014, compared to the prior year period.
The average interest rate spread was 3.23% and 3.13% for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities decreased from 122.84% for the three months ended March 31, 2013 to 118.81% for the three months ended March 31, 2014. The increase in average interest rate spread reflects the 15 basis point decrease in average rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities from 1.39% for the first quarter of 2013 to 1.24% for the first quarter of 2014 and by a five basis point decrease in the average yield on interest earning assets from 4.52% for the first quarter of 2013 to 4.47% for the first quarter of 2014. Net interest margin increased four basis points from 3.39% to 3.43% for the three months ended March 31, 2013 and 2014, respectively.
Interest income increased $175,000 or 6.8%, to $2.74 million for the three months ended March 31, 2014, compared to $2.56 million for the first quarter of 2013. The increase was primarily due to an $18.0 million increase in average interest earning assets, in turn offset by a 29 basis point decrease in the average yield on loans receivable from 5.47% for the first quarter in 2013 to 5.18% for the first quarter in 2014, and an 18 basis point decrease in the average yield on mortgage backed securities from 1.38% for the first quarter of 2013 to 1.20% for the first quarter of 2014.
Interest expense decreased by $3,000, or 0.5%, to $637,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2014, compared to $640,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2013, primarily as a result of an eight basis point decrease in the average rate paid on certificate of deposit accounts, combined with a $7.7 million decrease in average balance of certificates of deposit, partially offset by a $19.3 million increase in the average balance of Federal Home Loan Bank advances, in turn offset by a 37 basis point decrease in the average cost of such advances. The decrease in average rate of total deposits is due to a decline in cost of certificates of deposit as higher cost certificates of deposit repriced at a lower rate during the period. The increase in Federal Home Loan Bank advances was to fund loan originations and cover deposit outflows.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
Average Balances, Net Interest Income, Yields Earned and Rates Paid. The following table shows for the periods indicated the total dollar amount of interest from average interest-earning assets and the resulting yields, as well as the interest expense on average interest-bearing liabilities, expressed both in dollars and rates, the average interest rate spread and the net interest margin. As the Company owned no tax-exempt securities during the periods presented, no tax-equivalent yield adjustments were made. All average balances are based on monthly balances. Management does not believe that the monthly averages differ significantly from what the daily averages would be.
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Interest-earning assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Loans receivable(1) | | $ | 202,342 | | | $ | 2,620 | | | | 5.18 | % | | $ | 175,773 | | | $ | 2,403 | | | | 5.47 | % |
Mortgage-backed securities | | | 37,433 | | | | 112 | | | | 1.20 | % | | | 44,963 | | | | 155 | | | | 1.38 | % |
Other interest-earning assets | | | 4,966 | | | | 3 | | | | 0.24 | % | | | 5,991 | | | | 2 | | | | 0.13 | % |
Total interest-earning assets | | | 244,741 | | | | 2,735 | | | | 4.47 | % | | | 226,727 | | | | 2,560 | | | | 4.52 | % |
Non-interest-earning assets | | | 15,171 | | | | | | | | | | | | 16,722 | | | | | | | | | |
Total assets | | $ | 259,912 | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 243,449 | | | | | | | | | |
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Savings, NOW and money market accounts | | $ | 54,356 | | | | 22 | | | | 0.16 | % | | $ | 44,494 | | | | 20 | | | | 0.18 | % |
Certificates of deposit | | | 92,908 | | | | 362 | | | | 1.56 | % | | | 100,604 | | | | 413 | | | | 1.64 | % |
Total deposits | | | 147,264 | | | | 384 | | | | 1.04 | % | | | 145,098 | | | | 433 | | | | 1.19 | % |
FHLB advances | | | 58,732 | | | | 253 | | | | 1.72 | % | | | 39,476 | | | | 207 | | | | 2.10 | % |
Total interest-bearing liabilities | | | 205,996 | | | | 637 | | | | 1.24 | % | | | 184,574 | | | | 640 | | | | 1.39 | % |
Non-interest-bearing liabilities | | | 12,694 | | | | | | | | | | | | 15,514 | | | | | | | | | |
Total liabilities | | | 218,690 | | | | | | | | | | | | 200,088 | | | | | | | | | |
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Equity | | | 41,222 | | | | | | | | | | | | 43,361 | | | | | | | | | |
Total liabilities and equity | | $ | 259,912 | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 243,449 | | | | | | | | | |
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Net interest-earning assets | | $ | 38,745 | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 42,153 | | | | | | | | | |
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Net interest income, average interest rate spread | | | | | | $ | 2,098 | | | | 3.23 | % | | | | | | $ | 1,920 | | | | 3.13 | % |
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Net interest margin(2) | | | | | | | | | | | 3.43 | % | | | | | | | | | | | 3.39 | % |
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Average interest earning assets to average interest bearing liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | 118.81 | % | | | | | | | | | | | 122.84 | % |
(1) | Includes non-accrual loans during the respective periods. Calculated net of deferred fees and discounts, loans in process and allowance for loan losses. |
(2) | Equals net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets. |
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
Provision for Loan Losses. The allowance for loan losses is established through a provision for loan losses charged to earnings as losses are estimated to have occurred in our loan portfolio. The allowance for loan losses is maintained at a level to provide for probable credit losses related to specifically identified loans and for losses inherent in the loan portfolio that have been incurred as of the balance sheet date. The allowance for loan losses is comprised of specific allowances and a general allowance.
Specific provisions are assessed for each loan that is reviewed for impairment or for which a probable loss has been identified. The allowance related to loans that are identified as impaired is based on discounted expected future cash flows using the loan’s initial effective interest rate, the observable market value of the loan, or the estimated fair value of the collateral for certain collateral dependent loans. Factors contributing to the determination of specific provisions include the financial condition of the borrower, changes in the value of pledged collateral and general economic conditions. General allowances are established based on historical charge-offs considering factors that include risk rating, concentrations and loan type. For the general allowance, management also considers trends in delinquencies and non-accrual loans, concentrations, volatility of risk ratings and the evolving mix in terms of collateral, relative loan size and the degree of seasoning within the various loan products.
Changes in underwriting standards, credit administration and collection policies, regulation and other factors which affect the credit quality and collectability of the loan portfolio also impact the allowance levels. The allowance for loan losses is based on management’s estimate of probable credit losses inherent in the loan portfolio; actual credit losses may vary from the current estimate. The allowance for loan losses is reviewed periodically, taking into consideration the risk characteristics of the loan portfolio, past charge-off experience, general economic conditions and other factors that warrant current recognition. As adjustments to the allowance for loan losses become necessary, they are reflected as a provision for loan losses in current-period earnings. Actual loan charge-offs are deducted from and subsequent recoveries of previously charged-off loans are added to the allowance.
During the three months ended March 31, 2014, we made a provision of $50,000. To the best of management’s knowledge, the allowance is maintained at a level believed to cover all known and inherent losses in the loan portfolio, both probable and reasonable to estimate.
Non-Interest Income. Non-interest income, which includes fees and service charges, and gains or losses or write-downs on other real estate owned, was $45,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2014, a decrease of $5,000 compared to non-interest income of $50,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2013. The decrease was primarily due to a $5,000 decrease in loan application fee income and fees associated with late charges on loans.
Non-Interest Expense. Non-interest expense increased by $20,000, or 1.2%, to $1.72 million for the three months ended March 31, 2014, from $1.70 million during the prior year period. The increase in non-interest expense was primarily due to an increase in data processing expense of $19,000, or 16.1%, as well as an increase of $19,000, or 2.0%, in salaries and employee benefits, partially offset by decreases of $8,000, or 44.4%, in advertising expense, $3,000, or 5.2%, in security expense, $3,000, or 3.5%, in professional fees, $3,000, or 1.5%, in occupancy expense, and $1,000, or 0.5%, in other non-interest expense.
Income Tax Expense. The income tax expense amounted to $142,000 and $91,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Our effective federal tax rate was 38.0% and 42.0% for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
Liquidity and Capital Resources
The Company maintains levels of liquid assets deemed adequate by management. The Company adjusts its liquidity levels to fund deposit outflows, repay its borrowings and to fund loan commitments. The Company also adjusts liquidity as appropriate to meet asset and liability management objectives.
The Company’s primary sources of funds are deposits, amortization and prepayment of loans and to a lesser extent, funds provided from operations. While scheduled principal repayments on loans are a relatively predictable source of funds, deposit flows and loan prepayments are greatly influenced by general interest rates, economic conditions and competition. The Company sets the interest rates on its deposits to maintain a desired level of total deposits. In addition, the Company invests excess funds in short-term interest-earning accounts and other assets, which provide liquidity to meet lending requirements.
A significant portion of the Company’s liquidity consists of interest bearing and non-interest earning deposits. The Company’s primary sources of cash are principal repayments on loans and increases in deposit accounts. If the Company requires funds beyond its ability to generate them internally, borrowing agreements exist with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, which provide an additional source of funds. At March 31, 2014, the Company had $58.2 million of advances from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas and had $68.5 million in additional borrowing capacity. Additionally, at March 31, 2014, State-Investors Bank was a party to a Master Purchase Agreement with First National Bankers Bank whereby State-Investors Bank may purchase Federal Funds from First National Bankers Bank in an amount not to exceed $14.0 million. There were no amounts purchased under this agreement as of March 31, 2014.
At March 31, 2014, the Company had outstanding loan commitments of $1.7 million to originate loans. At March 31, 2014, certificates of deposit scheduled to mature in less than one year totaled $43.9 million. Based on prior experience, management believes that a significant portion of such deposits will remain with us, although there can be no assurance that this will be the case. In addition, in a rising interest rate environment, the cost of such deposits could be significantly higher upon renewal. The Company intends to utilize its liquidity to fund its lending activities.
State-Investors Bank is required to maintain regulatory capital sufficient to meet tier 1 leverage, tier 1 risk-based and total risk-based capital ratios of at least 4.0%, 4.0% and 8.0%, respectively. At March 31, 2014, State-Investors Bank exceeded each of its capital requirements with ratios of 14.87%, 25.21% and 26.13%, respectively. As a savings and loan holding company, State Investors Bancorp is not currently subject to any regulatory capital requirements.
Impact of Inflation and Changing Prices
The financial statements and related financial data presented herein regarding the Company have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America which generally require the measurement of financial position and operating results in terms of historical dollars, without considering changes in relative purchasing power over time due to inflation. Unlike most industrial companies, virtually all of the Company’s assets and liabilities are monetary in nature. As a result, interest rates generally have a more significant impact on the Company’s performance than does the effect of inflation. Interest rates do not necessarily move in the same direction or in the same magnitude as the prices of goods and services, since such prices are affected by inflation to a larger extent than interest rates.
ITEM 3 – QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK.
Not applicable.
ITEM 4 – CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.
Our management evaluated, with the participation of our President and Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) or 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on such evaluation, our President and Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and regulations and are operating in an effective manner.
No change in our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) or 15(d)-15(f) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) occurred during the most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART II – OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1 – LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.
There are no matters required to be reported under this item.
ITEM 1A – RISK FACTORS.
Not applicable.
ITEM 2 – UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS.
(a) Not applicable.
(b) Not applicable.
(c) Purchases of Equity Securities
| The Company’s repurchases of its common stock made during the quarter ended March 31, 2014 are set forth in the table below: |
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| | Total Number of Shares | | | Average Price Paid Per Share | | | Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs | | | Maximum Number of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs (a)(b) | |
January 1, 2014 – January 31, 2014 | | $ | 35,327 | | | $ | 15.81 | | | $ | 35,327 | | | $ | 75,755 | |
February 1, 2014 – February 28, 2014 | | | 6,050 | | | | 15.50 | | | | 6,050 | | | | 69,705 | |
March 1, 2014 – March 31, 2014 | | | 7,208 | | | | 15.33 | | | | 7,208 | | | | 62,497 | |
Total | | $ | 48,585 | | | $ | 15.65 | | | $ | 48,585 | | | $ | 62,497 | |
Notes to this table:
(a) | On November 22, 2013, the Company announced by a Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission a fourth repurchase program to repurchase up to 118,100 shares, or approximately 5.0% of the Company’s outstanding shares of common stock. The repurchase program does not have an expiration date. |
ITEM 3 – DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES.
There are no matters required to be reported under this item.
ITEM 4 – MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.
Not applicable.
ITEM 5 – OTHER INFORMATION.
There are no matters required to be reported under this item.
ITEM 6 – EXHIBITS.
List of exhibits: (filed herewith unless otherwise noted)
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31.1 | | Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) Certification of the Chief Executive Officer |
31.2 | | Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) Certification of the Chief Financial Officer |
32.1 | | Section 1350 Certification |
101.INS | | XBRL Instance Document. |
101.SCH | | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document. |
101.CAL | | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document. |
101.LAB | | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document. |
101.PRE | | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document. |
101.DEF | | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definitions Linkbase Document. |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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| STATE INVESTORS BANCORP, INC. | |
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| By: | /s/ Anthony S. Sciortino | |
| | Anthony S. Sciortino | |
| | President and Chief Executive Officer | |
| By: | /s/ Daniel McGowan | |
| | Daniel McGowan | |
| | Chief Financial Officer | |