SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For Quarter Ended September 30, 2001
Commission File Number 0-16759
FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
INDIANA 35-1546989
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(State or other jurisdiction (I.R.S. Employer
Incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
One First Financial Plaza, Terre Haute, IN 47807
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(Address of principal executive office) (Zip Code)
(812)238-6000
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(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required
to be filed by Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
during the preceding 12 months (or for such period that the registrant was
required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days. Yes x No .
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As of September 30, 2001 were outstanding 6,849,500 shares without par value, of
the registrant.
FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
FORM 10-Q
INDEX
PART I. Financial Information Page No.
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Item 1 Financial Statements:
Consolidated Statements of Condition..................................................................................3
Consolidated Statements of Income.....................................................................................4
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity and Comprehensive Income..............................................5
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.................................................................................7
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements............................................................................8
Item 2 Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations...........................10
PART II .Other Information:
Signatures..............................................................................................................14
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FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CONDITION
(Dollar amounts in thousands, except per share data)
September 30, December 31,
2001 2000
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(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Cash and due from banks $ 40,072 $ 68,755
Federal funds sold and short-term investments 1,500 4,175
Securities, available-for-sale 523,253 568,405
Loans:
Commercial, financial and agricultural 299,952 282,904
Real estate - construction 39,518 41,325
Real estate - mortgage 747,132 732,387
Installment 245,073 237,527
Lease financing 5,241 4,810
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1,336,916 1,298,953
Less:
Unearned income 818 947
Allowance for loan losses 17,551 19,072
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1,318,547 1,278,934
Accrued interest receivable 15,006 17,803
Premises and equipment, net 26,222 26,363
Bank-owned life insurance 47,067 45,037
Other assets 46,158 33,795
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TOTAL ASSETS $ 2,017,825 $ 2,043,267
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Deposits:
Noninterest-bearing $ 149,136 $ 148,922
Interest-bearing:
Certificates of deposit of $100 or more 189,121 258,260
Other interest-bearing deposits 913,530 915,377
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1,251,787 1,322,559
Short-term borrowings 85,109 18,708
Other borrowings 431,201 489,063
Other liabilities 30,271 21,714
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TOTAL LIABILITIES 1,798,368 1,852,044
Shareholders' equity
Common stock, $.125 stated value per share; Authorized shares--40,000,000
Issued shares--7,225,483 shares in 2001 and 2000
Outstanding shares--6,849,500 in 2001 and 6,694,237 in 2000 903 903
Additional capital 66,680 66,680
Retained earnings 155,797 141,653
Accumulated other comprehensive income:
Unrealized gains/(losses) on investments, net of tax 12,256 3,900
Treasury shares at cost 375,983 in 2001 and 531,246 in 2000 (16,179) (21,913)
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TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY 219,457 191,223
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY $ 2,017,825 $ 2,043,267
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See accompanying notes.
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FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Dollar amounts in thousands, except per share data)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30, September 30,
2001 2000 2001 2000
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(Unaudited) (Unaudited)
INTEREST INCOME:
Loans $ 27,224 $ 27,374 $ 82,404 $ 78,932
Securities:
Taxable 6,037 7,627 19,242 23,104
Tax-exempt 2,075 2,085 6,223 6,289
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8,112 9,712 25,465 29,393
Other 712 48 2,127 246
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TOTAL INTEREST INCOME 36,048 37,134 109,996 108,571
INTEREST EXPENSE:
Deposits 11,472 12,721 37,302 35,840
Other 6,667 8,210 20,723 22,717
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TOTAL INTEREST EXPENSE 18,139 20,931 58,025 58,557
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NET INTEREST INCOME 17,909 16,203 51,971 50,014
Provision for loan losses 1,512 1,140 4,464 3,189
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NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER
PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES 16,397 15,063 47,507 46,825
NONINTEREST INCOME:
Trust department income 573 653 2,015 2,091
Service charges and fees on deposit accounts 1,384 1,193 4,018 3,468
Investment security gains/ (losses) 0 -42 172 101
Other 3,905 2,040 8,890 4,325
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5,862 3,844 15,095 9,985
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NONINTEREST EXPENSES:
Salaries and employee benefits 7,881 5,786 21,843 17,665
Occupancy expense 920 768 2,692 2,232
Equipment expense 849 943 2,591 2,752
Printing and supplies expenses 141 245 608 782
Other 3,907 2,854 10,937 8,651
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13,698 10,596 38,671 32,082
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INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE 8,561 8,311 23,931 24,728
Income Tax Expense 2,268 2,337 5,948 7,258
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NET INCOME $ 6,293 $ 5,974 $ 17,983 $ 17,470
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EARNINGS PER SHARE:
Net Income $ 0.92 $ 0.89 $ 2.63 $ 2.59
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Weighted average number
of shares outstanding (in thousands) 6,855 6,696 6,829 6,742
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See accompanying notes.
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FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Three Months Ended
September 30, 2001, and 2000
(Dollar amounts in thousands)
(Unaudited)
Accumulated
Other
Common Additional Retained Comprehensive Treasury
Stock Capital Earnings Income/(Loss) Stock Total
Balance, July 1, 2001 $ 903 $ 66,680 $149,504 $ 8,660 $(15,939) $209,808
Comprehensive income:
Net income 6,293 6,293
Change in net unrealized
gains/(losses) on securities,
net of tax 3,596 3,596
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Total comprehensive income 9,889
Treasury stock purchase (240) (240)
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Balance, September 30, 2001 $ 903 $ 66,680 $155,797 $ 12,256 $(16,179) $219,457
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Balance, July 1, 2000 $ 903 $ 66,680 $133,685 $ (7,287) $(21,724) $172,257
Comprehensive income
Net income 5,974 5,974
Change in net unrealized
gains/ (losses) on securities,
net of tax 3,795 3,795
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Total comprehensive income 9,769
Treasury stock purchase (189) (189)
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Balance, September 30, 2000 $ 903 $ 66,680 $139,659 $ (3,492) $(21,913) $181,837
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See accompanying notes.
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FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2001, and 2000
(Dollar amounts in thousands)
(Unaudited)
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Accumulated
Other
Common Additional Retained Comprehensive Treasury
Stock Capital Earnings Income/(Loss) Stock Total
Balance, January 1, 2001 $903 $66,680 $141,653 $ 3,900 $(21,913) $191,223
Comprehensive income:
Net income 17,983 17,983
Change in net unrealized
gains/ (losses) on securities,
net of tax 8,356 8,356
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Total comprehensive income 26,339
Cash dividends, $.56 per share (3,839) (3,839)
Issuance of treasury shares 6,801 6,801
Treasury stock purchase (1,067) (1,067)
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Balance, September 30, 2001 $903 $66,680 $155,797 $12,256 $(16,179) $219,457
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Balance, January 1, 2000 $903 $66,680 $125,680 $(7,819) $(16,762) $168,682
Comprehensive income
Net income 17,470 17,470
Change in net unrealized
gains/(losses) on securities,
net of tax 4,327 4,327
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Total comprehensive income 21,797
Cash dividends, $.52 per share (3,491) (3,491)
Treasury stock purchase (5,151) (5,151)
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Balance, September 30, 2000 $903 $66,680 $139,659 $(3,492) $(21,913) $181,837
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See accompanying notes.
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FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Dollar amounts in thousands)
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2001 2000
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(Unaudited)
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net Income $ 17,983 $ 17,470
Adjustment to reconcile net income to net cash
provided by operating activities:
Net accretion of discounts on investments (1,558) (1,668)
Provision for loan losses 4,464 3,189
Securities gains (172) (101)
Provision for depreciation and amortization 2,508 2,487
Other, net 2,427 (11,789)
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NET CASH PROVIDED/ (USED) BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES 25,652 9,588
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Sales of available-for-sale securities -- 16,895
Maturities of available-for-sale securities 84,854 36,760
Purchases of available-for-sale securities (24,045) (32,260)
Loans made to customers, net of repayments (43,267) (98,003)
Net change in federal funds sold 2,675 190
Purchase of Forrest Sherer (1,699) --
Additions to premises and equipment (1,967) (2,460)
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NET CASH PROVIDED/ (USED) BY INVESTING ACTIVITIES 16,551 (78,878)
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Net change in deposits (70,772) 25,740
Net change in short-term borrowings 66,401 9,965
Dividends paid (7,586) (6,933)
Treasury stock purchases (1,067) (5,151)
Proceeds from other borrowings 78,923 386,287
Repayments on other borrowings (136,785) (323,383)
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NET CASH PROVIDED/ (USED) BY FINANCING ACTIVITIES (70,886) 86,525
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NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (28,683) 17,235
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD 68,755 58,075
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD $ 40,072 $ 75,310
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Cash paid during the period for interest $ 59,659 $ 58,624
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Income taxes paid $ 4,851 $ 8,153
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See accompanying notes.
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FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The accompanying September 30, 2001 and 2000 consolidated financial
statements are unaudited. The December 31, 2000 consolidated financial
statements are as reported in the First Financial Corporation (the Corporation)
2000 annual report. The following notes should be read together with notes to
the consolidated financial statements included in the 2000 annual report.
1. The significant accounting policies followed by the Corporation and its
subsidiaries for interim financial reporting are consistent with the accounting
policies followed for annual financial reporting. All adjustments which are, in
the opinion of management, necessary for a fair statement of the results for the
periods reported have been included in the accompanying consolidated financial
statements and are of a normal recurring nature. The Corporation reports
financial information for only one segment, banking.
2. A loan is considered to be impaired when, based upon current information and
events, it is probable that the Corporation will be unable to collect all
amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan. Impairment is
primarily measured based on the fair value of the loan's collateral. The
following table summarizes impaired loan information:
(000's)
September 30, December 31,
2001 2000
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Impaired loans with related allowance for
loan losses calculated under SFAS No. 114 ........ $5,006 $6,422
Interest payments on impaired loans are typically applied to principal
unless collection of the principal amount is deemed to be fully assured, in
which case interest is recognized on a cash basis.
3. Securities
The cost and fair value of the Corporation's investments at September 30,
2001 are shown below. All securities are classified as available-for-sale.
(000's)
September 30, 2001
Amortized Cost Fair Value
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United States Government $127,076 $130,573
United States Government Agencies 106,992 110,270
States and Municipal 163,199 171,008
Other 110,061 111,402
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$507,328 $523,253
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4. Short-Term Borrowings
Period-end short term borrowings were comprised of the following:
(000's)
September 30, December 31,
2001 2000
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Federal Funds Purchased $40,699 $5,510
Repurchase Agreements 37,935 12,269
Note Payable - U.S. Government 6,475 929
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$85,109 $18,708
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5. Other Borrowings
Other borrowings at period-end are summarized as follows:
(000's)
September 30, December 31,
2001 2000
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FHLB Advances $424,601 $482,460
City of Terre Haute, Indiana
Economic Development Revenue Bonds 6,600 6,600
Other 0 3
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$431,201 $489,063
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6. Derivatives
Effective January 1, 2001, the Corporation implemented FAS 133, a new
accounting standard. This standard requires all derivatives to be recorded at
fair value and carried on the statement of condition. Unless designated as
hedges, changes in the fair value of derivatives are recorded in the statement
of income.
During 2000, the Corporation entered into an interest rate swap with a
notional principal balance of $10 million. The agreement requires the
Corporation to make variable rate payments, based on LIBOR, which rate was 2.59%
at September 30, 2001, and entitles the Corporation to receive fixed rate
payments at a rate of 6.817%. The swap has a 24-month term and was entered into
to hedge a similar maturity fixed rate certificate of deposit special that
generated approximately $13 million in deposits. At September 30, 2001, the
interest rate swap contract has a fair value of $384 thousand, which is
approximately the same amount as the fair value adjustment to the hedged
certificates of deposit. The interest rate swap is included in time deposits on
the statement of condition. Management monitors the continuing effectiveness of
the interest rate swap as a hedge and believes it continues to be an effective
hedge. Net settlement income or expense is included in interest expense. The
Corporation is exposed to credit loss in the event the counterparty does not
perform under the agreement in an amount equal to the rate differential when the
fixed rate exceeds the variable rate.
During 2001 the Corporation purchased an interest rate cap contract with a
notional principal balance of $50 million. The agreement requires the
counterparty to pay the Corporation the excess of the 3 month LIBOR over 6.00%.
The cap has a 36 month term which runs through March, 2004. No payments are
currently required under the agreement. The agreement was entered into to help
protect the Corporation's net interest income should interest rates increase in
excess of the cap's trigger amount. The interest rate cap is carried at fair
value, approximately $109 thousand at September 30, 2001, and is included in
other assets on the statement of condition. The amortized basis exceeds the fair
value by $133 thousand.
7. Acquisitions
Effective May 1, 2001, the Corporation acquired Forrest Sherer, Inc, a full
lines insurance agency headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana. The purchase price
was $8.5 million of which $1.7 million was paid in cash and $6.8 million of
stock (182,672 shares) of the Corporation was issued. The acquisition was
accounted for using the purchase method of accounting. Its results of operations
are included in the Corporation's financial statements only after acquisition.
An appraisal was performed in which intangible assets were assigned a total
value of $8.3 million. Goodwill was assigned a value of $5.2 million and the
customer list a value of $3.1 million. Fixed assets were valued at $224
thousand. Amortization expense through September 30, 2001, totaled $273 thousand
and was included in the income statement.
The following table presents proforma revenue, net income and earnings per
share determined as if the acquisition had been consummated at January 1, 2000.
Key assumptions include the add back of merger-related expenses paid by Forrest
Sherer of approximately $189 thousand and the amortization of the intangible
assets of $566 thousand.
Nine months ended September 30,
(000's omitted except per share data)
2001 2000
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Revenue $127,202 $122,587
Net income 17,856 17,742
Earnings per share $ 2.57 $ 2.56
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During March 2001, the Corporation executed a definitive agreement to
acquire Community Financial Corporation (Community), based in Olney, Illinois.
Consummation of the transaction is subject to a variety of conditions,
regulatory approval and approval by the shareholders of Community. This
transaction will also be accounted for using the purchase method. The cash
purchase price for each share of Community is dependent upon a number of
variables and conditions. Management expects to consummate this transaction in
late 2001.
FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
ITEM 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations and Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
The purpose of this discussion is to point out key factors in the
Corporation's recent performance compared with earlier periods. The discussion
should be read in conjunction with the financial statements beginning on page
three of this report. All figures are for the consolidated entities. It is
presumed the readers of these financial statements and of the following
narrative have previously read the Corporation's annual report for 2000.
Forward-looking statements contained in the following discussion are based
on estimates and assumptions that are subject to significant business, economic
and competitive uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Corporation's
control and are subject to change. These uncertainties can affect actual results
and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any
forward-looking statements in this discussion.
Summary of Operating Results
Net income through the third quarter of 2001 was $18.0 million, an increase
of 2.9% from the $17.5 million reported in 2000. Book value per share increased
17.9% to $32.04 from $27.16, shareholders' equity increased 20.7% to $219.5
million from $181.8 million, and earnings per share increased 1.5% to $2.63 from
$2.59, when comparing year-to-date results through the third quarter of 2001 to
those of 2000.
The quarterly results for the third period were the best of the year. Net
income was $6.3 million, an increase of 5.3% from the $6.0 million reported for
the third quarter in 2000. Earnings per share for the quarter increased 3.4% to
$0.92 per share from the $0.89 per share, and net interest margin increased to
over 4.0% from 3.7% for the same period last year, an 8.6% improvement.
Over the past two years management has implemented a new investment
strategy which focuses on the tax exempt status of securities. This strategy has
benefited the corporation by reducing taxes through the third quarter of 2001 by
$1.3 million, or 18.0%, over the same period in 2000.
The primary components of income and expense affecting net income are
discussed in the following analysis.
Net Interest Income
The Corporation's primary source of earnings is net interest income, which
is the difference between the interest earned on loans and other investments and
the interest paid for deposits and other sources of funds. Net interest income
increased by $2.0 million, or 3.9%, a result of higher earning assets and an
improving net interest margin. Average loans were up $68.2 million, or 5.6%,
over the same period in 2000. Despite the decline in market interest rates, this
growth in earning assets and change in mix resulted in a $1.4 million increase
in interest income. Correspondingly deposit and borrowing rates have decreased.
Even with average deposits up $32.4 million, or 2.6%, over the same period in
2000, total actual interest expense decreased $0.5 million, or 0.9%.
Noninterest Income
Noninterest income for the nine month period ending September 30, 2001, as
compared to the same period of 2000, increased $5.1 million, or 51.2%. This was
attributed to significantly higher gains recognized in the secondary mortgage
market, increases in fee-based income, an increase in commissions generated by a
reinsurance subsidiary, and insurance commission income from recently acquired
Forrest Sherer, Inc.
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Noninterest income for the three months ended September 30, 2001 increased
52.5% to $5.9 million from the $3.8 million reported for the same period in
2000. Causes for this increase are the same as those identified in the previous
paragraph.
Noninterest Expenses
Noninterest expenses for the first nine months of 2001, as compared to the
same period of 2000, increased $20.5% due mainly to a 23.7% increase in salaries
and employee benefits. Though the third quarter of 2001, the Corporation
recorded an expense of $1.4 million related to a newly established incentive
compensation plan for key employees. Also included in noninterest expenses is
$2.1 million of Forrest Sherer, Inc.'s expenses since the acquisition date of
May 1, 2001.
Noninterest expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2001
increased 29.3% to $13.7 million from $10.6 million reported for the same period
in 2000. Causes for this increase are the same as those identified in the
previous paragraph.
Allowance for Loan Losses
The adequacy of the allowance for loan losses is evaluated monthly and
loans are charged off when they prove to be uncollectible. Net charge-offs
through the third quarter as compared to last year have increased $4.2 million.
The majority of this amount relates to a single bankruptcy for a project, which
was and continues to be, economically important to the Wabash Valley. Management
believes the long-term benefit, both to the community and the Corporation, will
outweigh the short-term impact of the charge-off.
Nonperforming Loans and Leases
Nonperforming loans and leases consist of (1) nonaccrual loans and leases
on which the ultimate collectability of the full amount of interest is
uncertain, (2) loans and leases which have been renegotiated to provide for a
reduction or deferral of interest or principal because of a deterioration in the
financial position of the borrower, and (3) loans and leases past due ninety
days or more as to principal or interest. A summary of nonperforming loans and
leases at September 30, 2001 and December 31, 2000 follows:
(000's)
September 30, 2001 December 31, 2000
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Nonaccrual loans and leases $9,028 $8,316
Renegotiated loans and leases 125 735
Ninety days past due loans and leases 5,357 5,499
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Total nonperforming loans and leases $14,510 $14,550
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Ratio of the allowance for loan losses
as a percentage of nonperforming loans
and leases 121% 131%
The following loan categories comprise significant components of the
nonperforming loans at September 30, 2001 and December 31, 2000.
(000's)
September 30, 2001 December 31, 2000
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Non-Accrual Loans:
1-4 family residential $1,778 20% $1,601 19%
Commercial loans 6,054 67 6,019 72
Installment loans 1,196 13 696 9
Other, various -- -- -- --
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$9,028 100% $8,316 100%
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Past due 90 days or more:
1-4 family residential $1,701 32% $1,667 30%
Commercial loans 1,955 36 2,986 54
Installment loans 1,694 32 818 15
Other, various 7 - 28 1
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$5,357 100% $5,499 100%
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There are no material industry concentrations within the nonperforming loans.
Interest Rate Sensitivity and Liquidity
The Corporation charges the nine subsidiary banks with monitoring and
managing their individual sensitivity to fluctuations in interest rates and
assuring that they have adequate liquidity to meet loan demand or any potential
unexpected deposit withdrawals. This function is facilitated by the
Asset/Liability Committee (the Committee). The primary goal of the committee is
to maximize net interest income within the interest rate risk limits approved by
the Board of Directors. This goal is accomplished through management of the
subsidiary bank's balance sheet liquidity and interest rate risk exposures due
to the changes in economic conditions and interest rate levels.
Interest Rate Risk and Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market
Risk
Management considers interest rate risk to be the Corporation's most
significant market risk. Interest rate risk is the exposure to changes in net
interest income as a result of changes in interest rates. Consistency in the
Corporation's net income is largely dependent on the effective management of
this risk.
The Committee reviews a series of monthly reports to ensure that
performance objectives are being met. It monitors and controls interest rate
risk through earnings simulation. Simulation modeling measures the effects of
changes in interest rates, changes in the shape of the yield curve, and changes
in prepayment speeds on net interest income. The primary measure of Interest
Rate Risk is "Earnings at Risk." This measure projects the earnings effect of
various rate movements over the next three years on net interest income. It is
important to note that measures of interest rate risk have limitations and are
dependent upon certain assumptions. These assumptions are inherently uncertain
and, as a result, the model cannot precisely predict the impact of interest rate
fluctuations on net interest income. Actual results will differ from simulated
results due to timing, frequency and amount of interest rate changes as well as
overall market conditions. The Committee has performed a thorough analysis and
believes the assumptions to be valid and theoretically sound. The relationships
are continuously monitored for behavioral changes.
As outlined in Note 6, the Corporation makes limited use of derivatives to
facilitate its interest rate risk management activities. At September 30, 2001,
derivatives include a $10 million interest rate swap directly related to a
certificate of deposit special and a $50 million interest rate cap designed to
help protect net interest income should rates rise significantly in the near
term. The Corporation currently does not invest in derivative products for
short-term gain, nor is engaged in securities trading activity. The Corporation
invests in assets whose value is derived from an underlying asset. These assets
include government agency issued mortgage-backed securities. The performance of
these assets in changing rate environments and the impact of derivatives are
included in the following table.
The table below shows the Corporation's estimated earnings sensitivity
profile as of September 30, 2001. Given a 100 basis point increase in rates, net
interest income would decrease 2.94% over the next 12 months and decrease 2.94%
over the second 12 month period. A 100 basis point decrease would result in a
0.05% increase in net interest income over the next 12 months and a 0.86%
decrease over the second 12 month period. These estimates assume all rates
changed overnight and management took no action as a result of this change.
Percentage Change in Net Interest Income
Basis Point ----------------------------------------
Interest Rate Change 12 months 24 months 36 months
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Down 300 -6.68 -9.43 -17.27
Down 200 -1.96 -3.74 -9.20
Down 100 0.05 -0.86 -3.41
Up 100 -2.94 -2.94 -1.01
Up 200 -5.73 -5.52 -1.40
Up 300 -8.28 -7.49 -1.22
The Corporation does have other assets and liabilities, which contain
embedded options, most notably callable agency securities and putable Federal
Home Loan Bank advances. The securities pay a premium rate and the advances
charge a discounted rate in exchange for the option. Therefore, there is a
benefit to current income from using these products. Management believes these
put and call options are clearly and closely related to the underlying
instruments and that they are therefore not considered derivatives. Typical rate
shock analysis does not reflect management's ability to react and thereby reduce
the effects of rate changes, and represents a worst case scenario. The model
assumes no actions are taken and prices change to the full extent of the rate
shock.
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Liquidity Risk
Liquidity is measured by each bank's ability to raise funds to meet the
obligations from its customers, including deposit withdrawals and credit needs.
This is accomplished primarily by maintaining sufficient liquid assets in the
form of investment securities and core deposits. The Corporation has $16.3
million of investments that mature throughout the coming 12 months. The
Corporation also anticipates $63.0 million of principal payments from
mortgage-backed securities. Given the current interest rate environment, the
Corporation anticipates $29.4 million of securities to be called within the next
12 months. With these sources of funds, the Corporation currently anticipates
adequate liquidity to meet the expected obligations of its customers.
Financial Condition
Strong earnings, unrealized gains on securities and the issuance of stock
to acquire Forrest Sherer increased shareholders' equity 20.7% to $219.5 million
as of September 30, 2001 compared to $181.8 million on September 30, 2000. Total
assets increased 0.9% or $23.9 million from September 30, 2000. This growth was
in loans, which increased 3.7%, or $47.1 million.
The Corporation has experienced a reduction in total assets of $25.4
million or 1.2% since year end. With lower fixed rates offered in the market
recently, the Corporation has sold various mortgage loans in the secondary
market. Also cash and investments were used to fund the decrease in deposits of
$70.8 million since year end of which $46.4 million represented certificates of
deposits in excess of $100 thousand.
Capital Adequacy
As of September 30, 2001, the Corporation's leverage ratio was 9.72%
compared to 9.33% at December 31, 2000.
At September 30, 2001, the Corporation's total risk-based capital ratio,
which includes Tier II capital, was 14.89% compared to 15.39% at December 31,
2000. These amounts exceed minimum regulatory capital requirements.
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FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
PART II OTHER INFORMATION
FORM 10-Q
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.
FIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
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(Registrant)
Date: November 9, 2001 By /s/ DONALD E. SMITH
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Donald E. Smith, Chairman
Date: November 9, 2001 By /s/ NORMAN L. LOWERY
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Norman L. Lowery, Vice Chairman
Date: November 9, 2001 By /s/ MICHAEL A. CARTY
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Michael A. Carty, Treasurer
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