================================================================================ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q QUARTERLY REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2003 Commission File Number: 0-28846 UnionBancorp, Inc. ------------------------------------------------------ (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 36-3145350 - ------------------------------- ------------------------------- (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer Identification incorporation or organization) Number) 321 West Main Street Ottawa, Illinois 61350 ----------------------------------------------------------- (Address of principal executive offices including zip code) (815) 431-2720 ---------------------------------------------------- (Registrant's telephone number, including area code) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Name of Each Exchange Title of Exchange Class which Registered - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- None None Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: Common Stock ($1.00 par value) ------------------------------ (Title of Class) Preferred Purchase Rights ------------------------------ (Title of Class) 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 shorter 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 [ ] Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Exchange Act Rule 12b-2). Yes [ ] No [X]. Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the registrant's classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date. Class Shares outstanding at November 13, 2003 ------------------------------ --------------------------------------- Common Stock, Par Value $1.00 4,000,646 ================================================================================ UnionBancorp, Inc. Form 10-Q Index Page ---- PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION Item 1. Financial Statements o Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheets..........................1 o Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss) and Comprehensive Income (Loss)..................................2 o Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows................3 o Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements...........4 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Results of Operations and Financial Condition...........................................11 Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.................................................29 Item 4. Controls and Procedures ............................................29 PART II. OTHER INFORMATION Item 1. Legal Proceedings...................................................30 Item 2. Changes in Securities and Use of Proceeds...........................30 Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities.....................................30 Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.................30 Item 5. Other Information...................................................30 Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K....................................30 SIGNATURES...................................................................31 UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS September 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002 (In Thousands, Except Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- September 30, December 31, 2003 2002 ------------ ------------ ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents $ 33,706 $ 38,962 Securities available-for-sale 235,508 227,229 Loans 483,042 483,229 Allowance for loan losses (9,082) (6,450) ------------ ------------ Net loans 473,960 476,779 Cash surrender value of life insurance 14,226 13,776 Mortgage servicing rights 2,666 2,640 Premises and equipment, net 15,627 14,055 Goodwill 7,642 7,642 Intangible assets, net 695 873 Other real estate 145 1,557 Other assets 8,306 8,103 ------------ ------------ Total assets $ 792,481 $ 791,616 ============ ============ LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Liabilities Deposits Non-interest-bearing $ 77,911 $ 90,606 Interest-bearing 545,041 551,352 ------------ ------------ Total deposits 622,952 641,958 Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase 15,523 3,588 Advances from the Federal Home Loan Bank 72,450 61,750 Notes payable 7,925 8,275 Other liabilities 4,811 7,150 ------------ ------------ Total liabilities 723,661 722,721 ------------ ------------ Mandatory redeemable preferred stock, Series B, no par value; 1,092 shares authorized; 831 shares issued and outstanding 831 831 ------------ ------------ Stockholders' equity Preferred stock; 200,000 shares authorized; none issued -- -- Series A convertible preferred stock; 2,765 shares authorized, 2,762.24 shares outstanding (aggregate liquidation preference of $2,762) 500 500 Series C preferred stock; 4,500 shares authorized; none issued -- -- Common stock, $1 par value; 10,000,000 shares authorized; 4,601,409 shares issued at September 30, 2003 and 4,571,209 shares issued at December 31, 2002 4,601 4,571 Surplus 22,138 21,856 Retained earnings 44,227 43,113 Accumulated other comprehensive income 1,843 3,171 Unearned compensation under stock option plans (7) (23) ------------ ------------ 73,302 73,188 Treasury stock, at cost; 600,763 shares at September 30, 2003 And 590,263 shares at December 31, 2002 (5,313) (5,124) ------------ ------------ Total stockholders' equity 67,989 68,064 ------------ ------------ Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 792,481 $ 791,616 ============ ============ See Accompanying Notes to Unaudited Financial Statements 1. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS) AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) Three Months and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2003 and 2002 (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, ---------------------------- --------------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Interest income Loans $ 8,378 $ 8,911 $ 25,198 $ 27,422 Securities Taxable 1,502 1,865 5,079 5,507 Exempt from federal income taxes 379 425 1,172 1,288 Federal funds sold and other 15 37 46 103 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Total interest income 10,274 11,238 31,495 34,320 Interest expense Deposits 2,896 4,057 9,543 13,350 Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase 26 46 96 124 Advances from the Federal Home Loan Bank 771 690 2,228 1,813 Notes payable 82 86 247 265 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Total interest expense 3,775 4,879 12,114 15,552 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Net interest income 6,499 6,359 19,381 18,768 Provision for loan losses 4,356 519 6,225 3,056 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Net interest income after Provision for loan losses 2,143 5,840 13,156 15,712 Noninterest income Service charges 790 708 2,340 1,953 Merchant fee income 39 330 528 881 Trust income 180 180 503 551 Mortgage banking income 1,101 678 3,322 1,877 Insurance commissions and fees 580 558 1,815 1,602 Securities gains, net 59 107 280 407 Other income 510 499 2,157 1,630 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ 3,259 3,060 10,945 8,901 Noninterest expenses Salaries and employee benefits 4,256 3,747 12,065 11,354 Occupancy expense, net 478 469 1,446 1,360 Furniture and equipment expense 518 474 1,535 1,349 Supplies and printing 111 110 359 380 Telephone 199 241 737 768 Other real estate owned expense -- 544 168 718 Amortization of intangible assets 72 101 178 303 Other expenses 1,527 1,754 4,859 5,129 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ 7,161 7,440 21,347 21,361 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Income (loss) before income taxes (1,759) 1,460 2,754 3,252 Income taxes (890) 314 370 612 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Net income (loss) (869) 1,146 2,384 2,640 Preferred stock dividends 65 65 193 193 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Net income (loss) for common stockholders $ (934) $ 1,081 $ 2,191 $ 2,447 ============ ============ ============ ============ Basic earnings (loss) per share $ (0.23) $ 0.27 $ 0.55 $ 0.61 ============ ============ ============ ============ Diluted earnings (loss) per common share $ (0.23) $ 0.27 $ 0.54 $ 0.61 ============ ============ ============ ============ Total comprehensive income (loss) for common shareholders $ (2,376) $ 1,827 $ 863 $ 4,140 ============ ============ ============ ============ See Accompanying Notes to Unaudited Financial Statements 2. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS Nine Months Ended September 30, 2003 and 2002 (In Thousands) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nine Months Ended September 30, ---------------------------- 2003 2002 ------------ ------------ Cash flows from operating activities Net income $ 2,384 $ 2,640 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities Depreciation 1,186 1,130 Amortization of intangible assets 178 303 Amortization of unearned compensation under stock option plans 16 34 Amortization of bond premiums, net 1,301 1,070 Provision for loan losses 6,225 3,056 Securities gains, net (280) (407) Loss on sale of equipment -- 4 Loss on sale of real estate acquired in settlement of loans 80 156 Gain on sale of loans (4,207) (1,778) Proceeds from sales of loans held for sale 179,461 103,941 Origination of loans held for sale (170,162) (104,628) Change in assets and liabilities Net increase in other assets (203) (486) Net decrease in other liabilities (2,918) (1,614) ------------ ------------ Net cash provided by operating activities 13,061 3,421 Cash flows from investing activities Securities available-for-sale Proceeds from maturities and paydowns 90,014 52,434 Proceeds from sales 23,897 19,776 Purchases (125,365) (97,234) Net (increase) decrease in loans (8,498) 13,575 Purchase of premises and equipment (2,758) (2,700) Proceeds from sale of real estate acquired in settlement of loans 2,262 1,029 Proceeds from sale of equipment -- 10 ------------ ------------ Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (20,448) (13,110) Cash flows from financing activities Net increase (decrease) in deposits (19,006) 11,013 Net increase in federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase 11,935 1,971 Net increase in advances from the Federal Home Loan Bank 10,700 6,150 Payments on notes payable (350) -- Dividends on common stock (1,079) (915) Dividends on preferred stock (193) (193) Proceeds from exercise of stock options 313 16 Purchase of treasury stock (189) -- ------------ ------------ Net cash provided by financing activities 2,131 18,042 ------------ ------------ Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (5,256) 8,353 Cash and cash equivalents Beginning of period 38,962 26,699 ------------ ------------ End of period $ 33,706 $ 35,052 ============ ============ Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information Cash payments for Interest $ 12,687 $ 16,520 Income taxes 1,850 317 See Accompanying Notes to Unaudited Financial Statements 3. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note 1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies The accompanying unaudited interim consolidated financial statements of UnionBancorp, Inc. (the "Company") have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and with the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission for interim financial reporting. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, all normal and recurring adjustments which are necessary to fairly present the results for the interim periods presented have been included. The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the recorded amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. For further information with respect to significant accounting policies followed by the Company in the preparation of its consolidated financial statements, refer to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2002. The annualized results of operations during the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2003 are not necessarily indicative of the results expected for the year ending December 31, 2003. All financial information is in thousands (000's), except per share data. Employee compensation expense under stock options is reported using the intrinsic value method. No stock-based compensation cost is reflected in net income (loss), as all options granted had an exercise price equal to or greater than the market price of the underlying common stock at date of grant. The following table illustrates the effect on net income and earnings per share if expense was measured using the fair value recognition provisions of FASB Statement No. 123, Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation. Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, ------------------------- ------------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Net income (loss) as reported for common stockholders $ (934) $ 1,081 $ 2,191 $ 2,447 Deduct: stock-based compensation expense Determined under fair value based method 30 20 90 61 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Pro forma net income (loss) $ (964) $ 1,061 $ 2,101 $ 2,386 ========== ========== ========== ========== Basic earnings (loss) per common share as reported $ (0.23) $ 0.27 $ 0.55 $ 0.61 Pro forma basic earnings (loss) per common share (0.24) 0.27 0.53 0.60 Diluted earnings (loss) per common share as reported $ (0.23) $ 0.27 $ 0.54 $ 0.61 Pro forma diluted earnings (loss) per common share (0.24) 0.26 0.52 0.60 4. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note 2. Earnings (Loss) Per Share Basic earnings (loss) per share for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002 were computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted average number of shares outstanding. Diluted earnings (loss) per share for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002 were computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted average number of shares outstanding, adjusted for the dilutive effect of the stock options. Computations for basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share are provided below: Basic Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, ------------------------- ------------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Net income (loss) available to common shareholders $ (934) $ 1,081 $ 2,191 $ 2,447 Weighted average common shares outstanding 4,001 3,980 3,993 3,979 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Basic Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share $ (0.23) $ 0.27 $ 0.55 $ 0.61 ========== ========== ========== ========== Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share Weighted average common shares outstanding 4,001 3,980 3,993 3,979 Add: dilutive effect of assumed exercised stock options 97 48 76 46 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Weighted average common and dilutive Potential shares outstanding 4,098 4,028 4,069 4,025 ========== ========== ========== ========== Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share $ (0.23) $ 0.27 $ 0.54 $ 0.61 ========== ========== ========== ========== There were approximately 16,000 and 59,900 options outstanding at September 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively, that were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share because the options' exercise price was greater than the average market price of the common stock and were, therefore, antidilutive. Note 3. Securities The Company's consolidated securities portfolio, which represented 30.8% of the Company's 2003 third quarter average earning asset base, is managed to minimize interest rate risk, maintain sufficient liquidity, and maximize return. The portfolio includes several callable agency debentures, adjustable rate mortgage pass-throughs, and collateralized mortgage obligations. Corporate bonds consist of investment grade obligations of public corporations. Equity securities consist of Federal Reserve stock, Federal Home Loan Bank stock, and trust preferred stock. The Company's financial planning anticipates income streams generated by the securities portfolio based on normal maturity and reinvestment. 5. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The exposure of capital to market valuation adjustments has been reduced by the reduction in relative size of the portfolio, the shortening of the average life of the securities by the passage of time and the sale of floating rate securities with lower lifetime caps. In addition, some of the callable securities that have been purchased have shorter final maturities, which also reduce the sensitivity of the Economic Value of Equity (EVE) to changes in the level of interest rates. Securities classified as available-for-sale, carried at fair value, were $235,508 at September 30, 2003 compared to $227,229 at December 31, 2002. The Company does not have any securities classified as trading or held-to-maturity. The following table describes the fair value, gross unrealized gains and losses of securities available-for-sale at September 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002: September 30, 2003 ---------------------------------------- Gross Gross Fair Unrealized Unrealized Value Gains Losses ---------- ---------- ---------- U.S. government agencies $ 26,231 $ 536 $ -- States and political subdivisions 32,756 1,633 (35) U.S. government mortgage-backed securities 142,043 1,164 (1,084) Collateralized mortgage obligations and other asset backed securities 6,581 205 (39) Corporate bonds 10,603 610 -- Equity securities 17,294 24 (5) ---------- ---------- ---------- $ 235,508 $ 4,172 $ (1,163) ========== ========== ========== December 31, 2002 ---------------------------------------- Gross Gross Fair Unrealized Unrealized Value Gains Losses ---------- ---------- ---------- U.S. treasury $ 1,025 $ 23 $ -- U.S. government agencies 46,817 838 (1) States and political subdivisions 34,589 1,527 (17) U.S. government mortgage-backed securities 113,579 2,399 (142) Collateralized mortgage obligations and other asset backed securities 3,889 152 (1) Corporate 10,480 443 -- Equity securities 16,850 -- (58) ---------- ---------- ---------- $ 227,229 $ 5,382 $ (219) ========== ========== ========== 6. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note 4. Loans The Company offers a broad range of products, including agribusiness, commercial, residential, and installment loans, designed to meet the credit needs of its borrowers. The Company concentrates its lending activity in the geographic market areas that it serves, generally lending to consumers and small to mid-sized businesses from whom deposits are garnered in the same market areas. As a result, the Company strives to maintain a loan portfolio that is diverse in terms of loan type, industry, borrower and geographic concentrations. The following table describes the composition of loans by major categories outstanding as of September 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002: September 30, 2003 December 31, 2002 ----------------------------- ----------------------------- $ % $ % ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Commercial $ 94,663 19.60% $ 100,189 20.73% Agricultural 36,425 7.54 36,467 7.55 Real estate: Commercial mortgages 147,113 30.45 147,253 30.47 Construction 29,717 6.15 24,486 5.07 Agricultural 38,351 7.94 34,688 7.18 1-4 family mortgages 92,198 19.09 79,846 16.52 Real estate loans held for sale 2,473 0.51 7,565 1.56 Installment 39,606 8.20 49,949 10.34 Other 2,496 0.52 2,786 0.58 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Total loans 483,042 100.00% 483,229 100.00% ============ ============ Allowance for loan losses (9,082) (6,450) ------------ ------------ Loans, net $ 473,960 $ 476,779 ============ ============ 7. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note 5. Allowance For Loan Losses In originating loans, the Company recognizes that credit losses will be experienced and the risk of loss will vary with, among other things, current economic conditions; the type of loan being made; the creditworthiness of the borrower over the term of the loan; and in the case of a collateralized loan, the quality of the collateral for such loan. The allowance for loan losses represents the Company's estimate of the allowance necessary to provide for probable incurred losses in the loan portfolio. In making this determination, the Company analyzes the ultimate collectibility of the loans in its portfolio, incorporating feedback provided by internal loan staff, the independent loan review function and information provided by examinations performed by regulatory agencies. The Company makes an ongoing evaluation as to the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses. Transactions in the allowance for loan losses for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002 are summarized below: Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, ------------------------ ------------------------ 2003 2002 2003 2002 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Beginning balance $ 7,253 7,514 $ 6,450 6,295 Charge-offs: Commercial 2,422 1,072 3,058 2,009 Real estate mortgages 54 106 373 419 Installment and other loans 174 118 566 444 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Total charge-offs 2,650 1,296 3,997 2,872 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Recoveries: Commercial 89 62 294 256 Real estate mortgages 4 -- 43 28 Installment and other loans 30 9 67 45 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Total recoveries 123 71 404 329 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Net charge-offs 2,527 1,225 3,593 2,543 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Provision for loan losses 4,356 519 6,225 3,056 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Ending balance $ 9,082 $ 6,808 $ 9,082 $ 6,808 ========== ========== ========== ========== Period end total loans, net of unearned interest $ 483,042 $ 489,148 $ 483,042 $ 489,148 ========== ========== ========== ========== Average loans $ 485,989 $ 485,410 $ 483,374 $ 489,199 ========== ========== ========== ========== Ratio of net charge-offs to average loans 0.52% 0.25% 0.74% 0.52% Ratio of provision for loan losses to average loans 0.90% 0.11% 1.29% 0.62% Ratio of allowance for loan losses to ending total loans 1.88% 1.39% 1.88% 1.39% Ratio of allowance for loan losses to total nonperforming loans 89.01% 120.79% 89.01% 120.79% Ratio of allowance at end of period to average loans 1.87% 1.40% 1.88% 1.39% 8. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note 6. Contingent Liabilities And Other Matters Neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries are involved in any pending legal proceedings other than routine legal proceedings occurring in the normal course of business, which, in the opinion of management, in the aggregate, are not material to the Company's consolidated financial condition. Note 7. Segment Information The reportable segments are determined by the products and services offered, primarily distinguished between banking and other operations. Loans, investments, deposits, and mortgage banking provide the revenues in the banking segment, and insurance, brokerage, trust, and holding company services are categorized as other segments. The accounting policies used are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies. Segment performance is evaluated using net interest income. Information reported internally for performance assessment follows. Nine Months Ended ---------------------------------------------- September 30, 2003 ---------------------------------------------- Banking Other Consolidated Segment Segments Totals ------------ ------------ ------------ Net interest income (loss) $ 19,636 $ (255) $ 19,381 Other revenue 8,065 2,880 10,945 Other expense 14,240 5,743 19,983 Segment profit (loss) 6,223 (3,469) 2,754 Noncash items Depreciation 858 328 1,186 Provision for loan losses 6,225 -- 6,225 Other intangibles 155 23 178 Segment assets 789,807 2,674 792,481 Nine Months Ended ---------------------------------------------- September 30, 2002 ---------------------------------------------- Banking Other Consolidated Segment Segments Totals ------------ ------------ ------------ Net interest income (loss) $ 19,027 $ (259) $ 18,768 Other revenue 6,270 2,631 8,901 Other expense 14,814 5,114 19,928 Segment profit (loss) 6,411 (3,159) 3,252 Noncash items Depreciation 738 392 1,130 Provision for loan losses 3,056 -- 3,056 Other intangibles 285 18 303 Segment assets 764,112 5,732 769,844 9. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note 8. Recent Developments The Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") recently issued two new accounting standards, Statement No. 149, "Amendment of Statement No. 133 on Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities", and Statement No. 150, "Accounting for Certain Financial Instruments with Characteristics of both Liabilities and Equities," both of which generally become effective in the quarter beginning July 1, 2003. Management determined that, upon adopting the new standards the Company's operating results or financial condition was not be materially affected. In November 2002, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation ("FIN") 45, "Guarantor's Accounting and Disclosure Requirements for Guarantees, Including Indirect Guarantees of Indebtedness of Others", an interpretation of SFAS No. 5, 57, and 107 and Rescission of FIN 34. This Interpretation clarifies the requirements of SFAS No. 5, "Accounting for Contingencies," relating to the guarantor's accounting for and disclosure of the issuance of certain types of guarantees. The disclosure provisions of the Interpretation are effective for financial statements in interim or annual reports for periods that end after December 15, 2002. However, the provisions for initial recognition and measurement are effective on a prospective basis for guarantees that are issued or modified after December 31, 2002, irrespective of the guarantor's year-end. The application of this Interpretation did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated statement of financial condition or consolidated statement of income. In January 2003, FASB issued FIN 46, "Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities." FIN 46 requires a company to consolidate a variable interest entity ("VIE") if the company has variable interests that give it a majority of the expected losses or a majority of the expected residual returns of the entity. FIN 46 is effective immediately for VIEs created after January 31, 2003. For VIEs created prior to February 1, 2003, FIN 46 will apply in the first interim period or fiscal year beginning after September 15, 2003. Management believes the implementation of FIN 46 will not have a material impact on the Company's financial statements. 10. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The following discussion provides an analysis of the Company's results of operations and financial condition of UnionBancorp, Inc. for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2003 as compared to the same periods in 2002. Management's discussion and analysis (MD&A) should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes presented elsewhere in this report as well as the Company's 2002 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Annualized results of operations during the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2003 are not necessarily indicative of results to be expected for the full year of 2003. Unless otherwise stated, all earnings per share data included in this section and throughout the remainder of this discussion are presented on a diluted basis. All financial information is in thousands (000's), except per share data. Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 This report contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1993, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Act of 1934 as amended. The Company intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this statement for purposes of these safe harbor provisions. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe future plans, strategies, and expectations of the Company, are generally identified by the use of words such as "believe," "expect," "intend," "anticipate," "estimate," or "project" or similar expressions. The Company's ability to predict results, or the actual effect of future plans or strategies, is inherently uncertain. Factors which could have a material adverse effect on the operations and future prospects of the Company and the subsidiaries include, but are not limited to, changes in: interest rates; general economic conditions; legislative/regulatory changes; monetary and fiscal policies of the U.S. government, including policies of the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve Board; the quality and composition of the loan or securities portfolios; demand for loan products; deposit flows; competition; demand for financial services in the Company's market areas; the Company's implementation of new technologies; the Company's ability to develop and maintain secure and reliable electronic systems; and accounting principles, policies, and guidelines. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. By their nature, changes in these assumptions and estimates could significantly affect the Company's financial position or results of operations. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Discussed below are those critical accounting policies that are of particular significance to the Company. Allowance for Loan Losses: The allowance for loan losses is a valuation allowance for probable incurred credit losses, increased by the provision for loan losses and decreased by charge-offs less recoveries. Management estimates the allowance balance required based on past loan loss experience, the nature and volume of the portfolio, information about specific borrower situations and estimated collateral values, current economic conditions, and other factors. Allocations of the allowance may be made for specific loans, but the entire allowance is available for any loan that, in management's judgment, should be 11. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- charged off. Loan losses are charged against the allowance when management believes that the uncollectibility of a loan balance is confirmed. Mortgage Servicing Rights: Servicing assets represent purchased rights and the allocated value of retained servicing rights on loans sold. Servicing assets are expensed in proportion to, and over the period of, estimated net servicing revenues. Impairment is evaluated based on the fair value of the assets, using groupings of the underlying loans as to interest rates and then, secondarily, as to geographic and prepayment characteristics. Fair value is determined using prices for similar assets with similar characteristics, when available, or based upon discounted cash flows using market-based assumptions. Any impairment of a grouping is reported as a valuation allowance. General UnionBancorp, Inc. (the "Company") is a bank holding company organized under the laws of the state of Delaware. The Company derives most of its revenues and income from the operations of its banking subsidiaries (the "Banks"), but also derives revenue from its nonbank subsidiary, UnionFinancial Services & Trust Company ("UnionFinancial"). The Company provides a full range of services to individual and corporate customers located in the north central and west central Illinois areas. These services include demand, time, and savings deposits; lending; mortgage banking; insurance products; brokerage services; asset management; and trust services. The Company is subject to competition from other financial institutions, including banks, thrifts and credits unions, as well as nonfinancial institutions providing financial services. Additionally, the Company and the Banks are subject to regulations of certain regulatory agencies and undergo periodic examinations by those regulatory agencies. Third Quarter The Company is in the final stages of constructing its newest branch facility in Yorkville, Illinois, one of the fastest growing Chicago suburbs. Aimed at providing one-stop financial shopping to our customers, the Yorkville site will deliver convenience by offering our full line of financial services including banking, trust, insurance and investment products. The facility is expected to open in early fall and will be located in the new Yorkville Marketplace development at the intersection of Routes 34 and 47. Second Quarter On May 2, 2003, the Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase plan whereby the Company may repurchase from time to time up to 5% of its outstanding shares of common stock in the open market or in private transactions over the next 18 months. Purchases will be dependent upon market conditions and the availability of shares. The repurchase program optimizes the use of capital relative to other investment alternatives and benefits both the Company and the shareholders by enhancing earnings per share and return on equity. To date, the Company has repurchased 10,500 shares at a weighted average cost of $17.92. Also during the second quarter, the Company made strategic divestitures that resulted in the net gain on the sale of the Company's Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Merchant Point of Sale (POS) product lines. The impact to earnings, net of taxes, was approximately $0.04 per diluted share. 12. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- First Quarter On March 28, 2003 UnionBank/Central, a stand-alone bank subsidiary, was merged into the Company's flagship bank, UnionBank. Consolidation of these entities is expected to provide several benefits to the organization including an improved utilization of personnel as a result of the consolidation of various backroom functions, which will result in a reduction in duplicated job functions and a lessening of various administrative and operational tasks. Simplified financial reporting, the elimination of inter-company banking transactions and a flatter, more efficient management structure will improve the Company's workflow, while an increased legal lending limit and additional product and service offerings in our cross-over markets will be advantageous to our existing and future customer base. Since UnionBank/Central was under common control, the merger was accounted for at UnionBank/Central's carrying amount which had no impact on the consolidated financial statements. Results of Operations Net Income (Loss) Net income (loss) equaled ($869) or ($0.23) per diluted share for the three months ended September 30, 2003, versus $1,146 or $0.27 per diluted share for the same period in 2002. For the nine months ended September 30, 2003, net income equaled $2,384 or $0.54 per diluted share compared to $2,640 or $0.61 per diluted share earned in the same period during 2002. The Company's quarterly results were adversely impacted by a $3,837 increase in the provision for loan losses as compared to the third quarter of 2002. This increase was due to the further deterioration of two impaired commercial credits previously identified in the Company's June 30, 2003 Form 10-Q. As a result of the continued deterioration of these two loan relationships, the Company specifically provided $3,500 (or approximately $0.53 per fully diluted share, net after-tax) to its allowance for loan losses during the third quarter of 2003 for the losses incurred on these two credits. Positively contributing to earnings were increases in operating performance of the mortgage banking division, other fee based revenue product-lines, and net interest income due to a lower cost of funds and a shift in the deposit mix. These improvements were partially offset by an increase in salaries and employee benefits incurred to support the growing level of business activity and continued investments in the Company. Return on average assets was (0.45)% for the third quarter of 2003 compared to 0.60% for the same period in 2002. Return on average assets was 0.41% for the nine month period ended September 30, 2003 compared to 0.47% for the same period in 2002. Return on average stockholders' equity was (4.98)% for the third quarter of 2003 compared to 6.82% for the same period in 2002. Return on average stockholders' equity was 4.57% for the nine month period ended September 30, 2003 compared to 5.38% for the same period in 2002. Net Interest Income/ Margin Net interest income is the difference between income earned on interest-earning assets and the interest expense incurred for the funding sources used to finance these assets. Changes in net interest income generally occur due to fluctuations in the volume of earning assets and paying liabilities and rates earned and paid, respectively, on those assets and liabilities. The 13. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- net yield on total interest-earning assets, also referred to as net interest margin, represents net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets. Net interest margin measures how efficiently the Company uses its earning assets and underlying capital. The Company's long-term objective is to manage those assets and liabilities to provide the largest possible amount of income while balancing interest rate, credit, liquidity and capital risks. For purposes of this discussion, both net interest income and margin have been adjusted to a fully tax equivalent basis for certain tax-exempt securities and loans. Net interest income, on a tax equivalent basis, was $6,717 for the third quarter ended September 30, 2003, compared with $6,599 earned during the same period in 2002. This represented an increase of $118 or 1.8%. The improvement in net interest income is attributable to the quarter-over-quarter reduction of interest expense paid on interest bearing liabilities totaling $1,104 exceeding the quarter-over-quarter reduction of interest income earned on interest earning assets totaling $986. The $986 reduction in interest income resulted from a decrease of $1,112 related to rate partially offset by an increase of $126 due to volume. The majority of the change in interest income was related to a 44 basis point decline in yields earned on average loans as competitive pricing on new and refinanced loans, as well as the repricing of variable rate loans in a lower interest rate environment, put downward pressure on loan yields. Also adversely contributing to the change was a shift in the earning-asset mix away from higher yielding loans to lower yielding investments. The $1,104 reduction in interest expense resulted from decreases of $1,103 associated with rate and $1 associated with volume. The majority of the change was attributable to a 79 basis point reduction in rates paid on time deposits due to the repricing dynamics of maturing time deposits, as well as certain steps taken during this period to more favorably manage the mix of funding sources available to the Company. The net interest margin increased 2 basis points to 3.76% in the third quarter 2003 from 3.74% during the same period in 2002. The relatively unchanged margin in the third quarter 2003 resulted primarily from a decrease in funding rates due to the continued low interest rate environment. Also contributing to the change were management's steps taken during the year to insulate net interest income against the potential for rising interest rates and the impact of refinance related prepayments and calls on mortgage-backed securities. The expectation of continued low interest rates is likely to maintain pressure on margins for the remainder of 2003. Net interest income, on a tax equivalent basis, for the nine months ended September 30, 2003 totaled $20,051, representing an increase of $567 or 2.9% over the $19,484 earned during the same period in 2002. The improvement in net interest income is attributable to the year-over-year reduction of interest expense paid on interest bearing liabilities totaling $3,438 exceeding the year-over-year reduction of interest income earned on interest earning assets totaling $2,871. The net interest margin for the first nine months of 2003 increased 3 basis points to 3.77% compared to 3.74% for the same period in 2002. 14. The Company's net interest income is affected by changes in the amount and mix of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, referred to as "volume change." It is also affected by changes in yields earned on interest-earning assets and rates paid on interest-bearing deposits and other borrowed funds referred to as "rate change." The following table details each category of average amounts outstanding for interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, average rate earned on all interest-earning assets, average rate paid on all interest-bearing liabilities, and the net yield on average interest-earning assets. In addition, the table reflects the changes in net interest income stemming from changes in interest rates and from asset and liability volume, including mix. The change in interest attributable to both rate and volume has been allocated to the changes in the rate and the volume on a pro rata basis. 15. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AVERAGE BALANCE SHEET AND ANALYSIS OF NET INTEREST INCOME For the Three Months Ended September 30, ---------------------------- --------------------------- 2003 2002 ---------------------------- --------------------------- Interest Interest Change Due To: Average Income/ Average Average Income/ Average -------------------------- Balance Expense Rate Balance Expense Rate Volume Rate Net --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ASSETS Interest-earning assets Interest-earning deposits $ 186 $ 1 2.13% $ 211 $ 1 1.88% $ -- $ -- -- Securities (1) Taxable 186,752 1,502 3.19 171,942 1,865 4.30 150 (513) (363) Non-taxable (2) 31,128 575 7.33 34,704 641 7.33 (20) (46) (66) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Total securities (tax equivalent) 217,880 2,077 3.78 206,646 2,506 4.81 130 (559) (429) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Federal funds sold 4,091 14 1.36 8,188 36 1.74 (15) (7) (22) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Loans (3)(4) Commercial 132,466 1,958 5.86 141,810 2,427 6.79 (152) (317) (469) Real estate 310,517 5,396 6.89 291,544 5,323 7.24 337 (264) 73 Installment and other 43,006 1,046 9.65 52,056 1,185 9.03 (216) 77 (139) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Gross loans (tax equivalent) 485,989 8,400 6.86 485,410 8,935 7.30 (31) (504) (535) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Total interest-earning assets 708,146 10,492 5.88 700,455 11,478 6.50 84 (1,070) (986) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Noninterest-earning assets Cash and cash equivalents 23,392 20,943 Premises and equipment, net 14,991 14,033 Other assets 28,197 21,802 --------- --------- Total nonearning assets 66,580 56,778 --------- --------- Total assets $ 774,726 $ 757,233 ========= ========= LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Interest-bearing liabilities NOW accounts $ 61,515 $ 70 0.45% $ 49,837 $ 116 0.92% $ 23 $ (69) $ (46) Money market accounts 111,540 370 1.32 98,195 526 2.13 64 (220) (156) Savings deposits 49,284 87 0.70 49,383 149 1.20 -- (62) (62) Time deposits 314,715 2,369 2.99 342,450 3,266 3.78 (251) (646) (897) Federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements 5,345 26 1.93 5,015 46 3.64 3 (23) (20) Advances from FHLB 72,657 771 4.21 57,047 690 4.80 173 (92) 81 Notes payable 7,939 82 4.10 9,291 86 3.67 (13) 9 (4) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Total interest-bearing liabilities 622,995 3,775 2.40 611,218 4,879 3.17 (1) (1,103) (1,104) --------- -------- ------- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Noninterest-bearing liabilities Noninterest-bearing deposits 75,591 72,165 Other liabilities 6,888 6,307 --------- --------- Total noninterest-bearing liabilities 82,479 78,472 --------- --------- Stockholders' equity 69,252 67,543 --------- --------- Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 774,726 $ 757,233 ========= ========= Net interest income (tax equivalent) $ 6,717 $ 6,599 $ 85 $ 33 $ 118 ======== ======= ======= ======= ======= Net interest income (tax equivalent) to total earning assets 3.76% 3.74% ======= ======= Interest-bearing liabilities to earning assets 87.98% 87.26% ========= ========= - ---------------------------- (1) Average balance and average rate on securities classified as available-for-sale is based on historical amortized cost balances. (2) Interest income and average rate on non-taxable securities are reflected on a tax equivalent basis based upon a statutory federal income tax rate of 34%. (3) Nonaccrual loans are included in the average balances. (4) Overdraft loans are excluded in the average balances. 16. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AVERAGE BALANCE SHEET AND ANALYSIS OF NET INTEREST INCOME For the Nine Months Ended September 30, --------------------------- -------------------------- 2003 2002 --------------------------- -------------------------- Interest Interest Change Due To: Average Income/ Average Average Income/ Average ----------------------------- Balance Expense Rate Balance Expense Rate Volume Rate Net -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- ASSETS Interest-earning assets Interest-earning deposits $ 251 $ 4 2.13% $ 775 $ 8 1.38% $ (9) $ 5 $ (4) Securities (1) Taxable 190,825 5,079 3.56 163,593 5,507 4.50 1,174 (1,602) (428) Non-taxable (2) 31,748 1,776 7.48 35,033 1,936 7.39 18 (178) (160) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Total securities (tax equivalent) 222,573 6,855 4.12 198,626 7,443 5.01 1,192 (1,780) (588) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Federal funds sold 4,817 42 1.17 8,145 95 1.56 (33) (20) (53) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Loans (3)(4) Commercial 133,577 6,242 6.25 141,132 7,408 7.02 (382) (784) (1,166) Real estate 303,318 15,731 6.93 296,491 16,490 7.44 569 (1,328) (759) Installment and other 46,479 3,291 9.47 51,576 3,592 9.31 (397) 96 (301) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Gross loans (tax equivalent) 483,374 25,264 6.99 489,199 27,490 7.51 (210) (2,016) (2,226) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Total interest-earning assets 711,015 32,165 6.05 696,745 35,036 6.72 940 (3,811) (2,871) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Noninterest-earning assets Cash and cash equivalents 21,973 19,835 Premises and equipment, net 14,525 13,564 Other assets 31,339 21,326 -------- -------- Total nonearning assets 67,837 54,725 -------- -------- Total assets $778,852 $751,470 ======== ======== LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Interest-bearing liabilities NOW accounts $56,171 $ 227 0.54% $ 45,841 $ 366 1.07% $ 108 $ (247) $ (139) Money market accounts 106,648 1,161 1.46 81,030 1,275 2.10 470 (584) (114) Savings deposits 49,570 287 0.77 50,595 500 1.32 (10) (203) (213) Time deposits 330,549 7,868 3.18 367,100 11,209 4.08 (1,039) (2,302) (3,341) Federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements 6,401 96 2.01 4,930 124 3.36 45 (73) (28) Advances from FHLB 69,199 2,228 4.30 48,372 1,813 5.01 829 (414) 415 Notes payable 8,054 247 4.10 9,294 265 3.81 (46) 28 (18) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Total interest-bearing liabilities 626,592 12,114 2.58 607,162 15,552 3.42 357 (3,795) (3,438) -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- ------- -------- -------- -------- Noninterest-bearing liabilities Noninterest-bearing deposits 74,808 71,299 Other liabilities 7,691 7,345 -------- -------- Total noninterest-bearing liabilities 82,499 78,644 -------- -------- Stockholders' equity 69,761 65,664 -------- -------- Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $778,852 $751,470 ======== ======== Net interest income (tax equivalent) $ 20,051 $ 19,484 $ 583 $ (16) $ 567 ======== ======== ======== ======== ======== Net interest income (tax equivalent) to total earning assets 3.77% 3.74% ======= ======= Interest-bearing liabilities to earning assets 88.13% 87.14% ======== ======== - ---------------------------- (1) Average balance and average rate on securities classified as available-for-sal is based on historical amortized cost balances. (2) Interest income and average rate on non-taxable securities are reflected on a tax equivalent basis based upon a statutory federal income tax rate of 34%. (3) Nonaccrual loans are included in the average balances. (4) Overdraft loans are excluded in the average balances. 17. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Provision for Loan Losses The amount of the provision for loan losses is based on management's evaluations of the loan portfolio, with particular attention directed toward nonperforming, impaired and other potential problem loans. During these evaluations, consideration is also given to such factors as management's evaluation of specific loans, the level and composition of impaired loans, other nonperforming loans, other identified potential problem loans, historical loss experience, results of examinations by regulatory agencies, results of the independent asset quality review process, the market value of collateral, the estimate of discounted cash flows, the strength and availability of guarantees, concentrations of credits, and various other factors, including concentration of credit risk in various industries and current economic conditions. The provision for loan losses charged to operating expense for the third quarter of 2003 totaled $4,356, an increase of $3,837 from the $519 recorded during the same period a year ago. The provision for loan losses charged to operating expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2003 totaled $6,225, an increase of $3,169 from the $3,056 recorded during the same period a year ago. The provision for loan losses for the three months ended September 30, 2003 was largely attributable to the further deterioration of two impaired commercial credits previously identified in the Company's June 30, 2003 Form 10-Q. As a result of the continued deterioration of these two loan relationships, the Company specifically provided $3,500 to its allowance for loan losses during the third quarter of 2003 for the losses incurred on these two credits. The action comes as a result of management's ongoing workout analysis of these two commercial loan relationships and their current financial status and trends. Primary elements of the debtor corporations filed bankruptcy reorganization proceedings in early September. In both instances, these credits were worth substantially more as ongoing entities than the liquidation of their assets. During the third quarter, the $3,778 loan to a chain of retail convenience outlets was placed on non-accrual. The second credit, a $2,521 loan to a company which conducted business in the agricultural field was placed on nonaccrual status in the second quarter of 2003. The company essentially ceased operations during the third quarter of 2003 resulting in $1,897 of the outstanding loan balance being charged off. Net charge-offs for the third quarter of 2003 were $2,527 compared with $1,225 in 2002. Annualized net charge-offs increased to 0.52% of average loans for the third quarter of 2003 compared to 0.25% in the same period in 2002. As previously discussed, the Company charged off $1,897 of the outstanding loan balance of the $2,521 loan to a company which conducted business in the agricultural field. This accounts for approximately 75% of the net charge-offs for the third quarter of 2003. Net charge-offs for the nine months ended September 30, 2003 were $3,593 compared with $2,543 in 2002. Annualized net charge-offs increased to 0.74% of average loans for the nine months ended September 30, 2003 compared to 0.52% in the same period in 2002. Management remains watchful of credit quality issues and believes that current issues within the portfolio are reflective of a challenging economic environment. Should the economic climate continue to deteriorate, borrowers may experience difficulty, and the level of nonperforming loans, charge-offs and delinquencies could rise and require further increases in the provision. Management continues to monitor the loan portfolio. While management currently believes its allowance for loan losses is adequate, the Company is currently reviewing its policies and procedures regarding identification and classification of impaired loans and its asset review process. 18. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Noninterest Income Noninterest income consists of a wide variety of fee-based revenues from bank-related service charges on deposits and mortgage revenues. Also included in this category are revenues generated by the Company's insurance, brokerage, trust and asset management as well as increases in cash surrender value on bank-owned life insurance. The following table summarizes the Company's noninterest income: Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, ----------------------- ----------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Service charges $ 790 $ 708 $ 2,340 $ 1,953 Merchant fee income 39 330 528 881 Trust income 180 180 503 551 Mortgage banking income 1,101 678 3,322 1,877 Insurance commissions and fees 580 558 1,815 1,602 Securities gains, net 59 107 280 407 Other income 510 499 2,157 1,630 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- $ 3,259 $ 3,060 $ 10,945 $ 8,901 ========== ========== ========== ========== Noninterest income totaled $3,259 for the three months ended September 30, 2003, compared to $3,060 for the same time frame in 2002. Excluding securities gains, noninterest income totaled $3,200 compared to $2,953 for the same period in 2002, representing an increase of $247 or 8.4%. The majority of the change to noninterest income was related to a $423 improvement in mortgage banking income. Mortgage banking income includes gains generated from the sale of loans and net servicing revenue (after amortization of mortgage servicing rights). Net gains on mortgage activities were higher in the third quarter of 2003 due to higher mortgage origination volume and lower interest rates. Originations for the third quarter of 2003 grew to $82,388 from $49,308 for the same period of 2002. Offsetting these gains, were noncash amortization charges in the carrying value of our mortgage servicing rights asset. These charges were due to increased refinancing activity, driven by the declining interest rate environment. Also contributing to the improvement were increases in service charges reflecting higher volumes of items drawn on customer accounts with insufficient funds, insurance and commissions income largely due to increased brokerage activity and revenue generated from incremental investments in bank-owned life insurance (included in other income). Offsetting these improvements were decreases in merchant fee income and ISP income due to the divestiture of these product lines in the second quarter. Noninterest income totaled $10,945 for the nine months ended September 30, 2003, compared to $8,901 for the same time frame in 2002. Excluding securities gains and the gains on sale of the ISP and POS product lines, noninterest totaled $10,355 compared to $8,494 for the same period in 2002, representing an increase of $1,861 or 21.9%. The change was largely reflective of the same items discussed regarding the third quarter. 19. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Noninterest Expense Noninterest expense is comprised primarily of compensation and employee benefits, occupancy and other operating expense. The following table summarizes the Company's noninterest expense: Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, ----------------------- ----------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Salaries and employee benefits $ 4,256 $ 3,747 $ 12,065 $ 11,354 Occupancy expense, net 478 469 1,446 1,360 Furniture and equipment expense 518 474 1,535 1,349 Supplies and printing 111 110 359 380 Telephone 199 241 737 768 Other real estate owned expense -- 544 168 718 Amortization of intangible assets 72 101 178 303 Other expenses 1,527 1,754 4,859 5,129 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- $ 7,161 $ 7,440 $ 21,347 $ 21,361 ========== ========== ========== ========== Noninterest expense totaled $7,161 for the three months ended September 30, 2003, as compared to $7,440 for the same timeframe in 2002. This represented a decrease of $279 or 3.8%. A majority of the decrease in noninterest expense was due to a $544 decrease in other real estate owned expense due to the resolution of foreclosed assets. Also contributing to the change was a decrease in merchant expense due to the divestiture of the POS product line in the second quarter (included in other expenses). These decreases were partially offset by a $509 increase in salary and employee benefits related to variable commission expense resulting from higher production volume from the mortgage banking and financial services business lines. These areas of the Company operate at a lower gross profit margin and historically generate significant levels of noninterest income but also incur considerable noninterest expense. The remaining categories remained relatively stable with only slight quarter-over-quarter changes. Noninterest expense totaled $21,347 for the nine months ended September 30, 2003, decreasing by $14 or 0.1% from the same period in 2002. The change was largely reflective of the same items discussed regarding the third quarter. 20. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Applicable Income Taxes Income tax expense for the periods included benefits for tax-exempt income, tax-advantaged investments and general business tax credits offset by the effect of nondeductible expenses. The following table shows the Company's income before income taxes, as well as applicable income taxes and the effective tax rate for three months and nine months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002. Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, ----------------------- ---------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ---------- --------- --------- --------- Income before income taxes $ (1,759) $ 1,460 $ 2,754 $ 3,252 Applicable income taxes (890) 314 370 612 Effective tax rates -- 21.5% 13.4% 18.9% The Company recorded an income tax benefit of $890 and an income tax expense of $314 for the three months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively. The Company recorded income tax expense of $370 and $612 for the nine months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively. Effective tax rates equaled 13.4% and 18.9% respectively, for such periods. The Company's effective tax rate was lower than statutory rates due to several factors. First, the Company derives interest income from municipal securities and loans, which are exempt from federal tax and certain U.S. government agency securities, which are exempt from Illinois state tax. Second, the Company has reduced tax expense through various tax planning initiatives. Preferred Stock Dividends The Company paid $65 of preferred stock dividends for the three months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively. The Company paid $193 of preferred stock dividends for the nine months ended September 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively. Interest Rate Sensitivity Management The business of the Company and the composition of its balance sheet consist of investments in interest-earning assets (primarily loans and securities) which are primarily funded by interest-bearing liabilities (deposits and borrowings). All of the financial instruments of the Company are for other than trading purposes. Such financial instruments have varying levels of sensitivity to changes in market rates of interest. The operating income and net income of the Banks depend, to a substantial extent, on "rate differentials," i.e., the differences between the income the Banks receive from loans, securities, and other earning assets and the interest expense they pay to obtain deposits and other liabilities. These rates are highly sensitive to many factors that are beyond the control of the Banks, including general economic conditions and the policies of various governmental and regulatory authorities. 21. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Company measures its overall interest rate sensitivity through a net interest income analysis. The net interest income analysis measures the change in net interest income in the event of hypothetical changes in interest rates. This analysis assesses the risk of changes in net interest income in the event of a sudden and sustained 100 to 200 basis point increase in market interest rates or a 100 basis point decrease in market rates. The tables below present the Company's projected changes in net interest income for the various rate shock levels at September 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002. September 30, 2003 --------------------------- Net Interest Income --------------------------- Amount Change Change ------- ------- ------- (Dollars in Thousands) +200 bp $23,490 $ 619 2.71% +100 bp 23,212 341 1.49 Base 22,871 -- -- -100 bp 22,403 (468) (2.05) Based upon the Company's model at September 30, 2003, the effect of an immediate 200 basis point increase in interest rates would increase the Company's net interest income by $619 or 2.71%. The effect of an immediate 100 basis point decrease in rates would decrease the Company's net interest income by $468 or 2.05%. For the September 30, 2003 reporting cycle, the Company has suppressed an immediate 200 basis point decrease in its Asset Liability model due to the abnormally low prevailing interest rate environment. December 31, 2002 --------------------------- Net Interest Income --------------------------- Amount Change Change ------- ------- ------- (Dollars in Thousands) +200 bp $26,146 $ 822 3.25% +100 bp 25,857 533 2.10 Base 25,324 -- -- -100 bp 24,587 (737) (2.91) -200 bp 23,796 (1,528) (6.03) Based upon the Company's model at December 31, 2002, the effect of an immediate 200 basis point increase in interest rates would increase the Company's net interest income by $822 or 3.25%. The effect of an immediate 200 basis point decrease in rates would decrease the Company's net interest income by $1,528 or 6.03%. 22. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Financial Condition General As of September 30, 2003, the Company had total assets of $792,481, total gross loans of $483,042, total deposits of $622,952 and total stockholders' equity of $67,989. Total assets increased by $865 or 0.1% from year-end 2002. Total gross loans decreased by $187 or 0.1% from year-end 2002 and reflected tighter underwriting standards, a continued softening of overall loan demand, and normal paydowns. Total deposits decreased by $19,006 or 3.0% from year-end 2002. Nonperforming Assets The Company's financial statements are prepared on the accrual basis of accounting, including the recognition of interest income on its loan portfolio, unless a loan is placed on nonaccrual status. Loans are placed on nonaccrual status when there are serious doubts regarding the collectibility of all principal and interest due under the terms of the loans. Amounts received on nonaccrual loans generally are applied first to principal and then to interest after all principal has been collected. It is the policy of the Company not to renegotiate the terms of a loan because of a delinquent status. Rather, a loan is generally transferred to nonaccrual status if it is not in the process of collection and is delinquent in payment of either principal or interest beyond 90 days. Loans which are 90 days delinquent but are well secured and in the process of collection are not included in nonperforming assets. Other nonperforming assets consist of real estate acquired through loan foreclosures or other workout situations and other assets acquired through repossessions. The classification of a loan as nonaccrual does not necessarily indicate that the principal is uncollectible, in whole or in part. The Banks make a determination as to collectibility on a case-by-case basis. The Banks consider both the adequacy of the collateral and the other resources of the borrower in determining the steps to be taken to collect nonaccrual loans. The final determination as to the steps taken is made based upon the specific facts of each situation. Alternatives that are typically considered to collect nonaccrual loans are foreclosure, collection under guarantees, loan restructuring, or judicial collection actions. Each of the Company's loans is assigned a rating based upon an internally developed grading system. A separate credit administration department also reviews grade assignments on an ongoing basis. Management continuously monitors nonperforming, impaired, and past due loans to prevent further deterioration of these loans. The Company has an independent loan review function which is separate from the lending function and is responsible for the review of new and existing loans. 23. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The following table summarizes nonperforming assets and loans past due 90 days or more and still accruing for the previous five quarters. 2003 2002 ---------------------------------- ----------------------- Sept 30, Jun 30, Mar 31, Dec 31, Sep 30, ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Nonaccrual loans $ 8,095 $ 4,415 $ 3,943 $ 3,931 $ 4,399 Loans 90 days past due and still accruing interest 2,108 1,748 129 829 1,237 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Total nonperforming loans 10,203 6,163 4,072 4,760 5,636 Other real estate owned 145 320 1,260 1,557 2,524 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Total nonperforming assets $ 10,348 $ 6,483 $ 5,332 $ 6,317 $ 8,160 ========== ========== ========== ========== ========== Nonperforming loans to total end of period loans 2.11% 1.29% 0.86% 0.99% 1.15% Nonperforming assets to total end of period loans 2.14 1.36 1.13 1.31 1.67 Nonperforming assets to total end of period assets 1.30 0.84 0.68 0.80 1.06 The level of nonperforming loans at September 30, 2003 increased to $10,203 versus the $4,760 that existed as of December 31, 2002 and increased from $5,636 at September 30, 2002. The level of nonperforming loans to total end of period loans was 2.11% at September 30, 2003, as compared to 0.99% at December 31, 2002 and 1.15% at September 30, 2002. The reserve coverage ratio (allowance to nonperforming loans) was reported at 89.01% as of September 30, 2003 as compared to 120.79% as of September 30, 2002 and 135.50% as of December 31, 2002. As previously discussed in the Provision for Loan Loss Section of the MD&A, the Company increased its provision for loan losses for the third quarter of 2003. Approximately 94% or $3,895 of the $4,164 increase in nonaccrual loans, when compared to December 31, 2002, was due to the further deterioration of two impaired commercial credits previously identified in the Company's June 30, 2003 Form 10-Q. As a result of the continued deterioration of these two loan relationships, the Company specifically provided $3,500 to its allowance for loan losses during the third quarter of 2003 for the losses incurred on these two credits. The action comes as a result of management's ongoing workout analysis of these two commercial loan relationships and their current financial status and trends. Primary elements of the debtor corporations filed bankruptcy reorganization proceedings in early September. In both instances, these credits were worth substantially more as ongoing entities than the liquidation of their assets. During the third quarter, the $3,778 loan to a chain of retail convenience outlets was placed on non-accrual. The second credit, a $2,521 loan to a company which conducted business in the agricultural field was placed on nonaccrual status in the second quarter of 2003. The company essentially ceased operations during the third quarter of 2003 resulting in $1,897 of the outstanding loan balance being charged off. The $1,412 decrease in other real estate owned, when compared to December 31, 2002, was primarily related to the sale of a single hotel property that was placed in other real estate owned in the fourth quarter of 2001. 24. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Potential Problem Loans The Company has other potential problem loans that are currently performing, but where some concerns exist as to the ability of the borrower to comply with present loan repayment terms. Excluding nonperforming loans, loans that management has classified as impaired totaled $2,920 at September 30, 2003 as compared to $3,725 at December 31, 2002. The classification of these loans, however, does not imply that management expects losses on each of these loans, but believes that a higher level of scrutiny and close monitoring is prudent under the circumstances. Such classifications relate to specific concerns for each individual borrower and do not relate to any concentration risk common to all loans in this group. Allowance for Loan Losses In originating loans, the Company recognizes that credit losses will be experienced and the risk of loss will vary with, among other things, general economic conditions; the type of loan being made; the creditworthiness of the borrower over the term of the loan; and, in the case of a collateralized loan, the quality of the collateral for such a loan. The allowance for loan losses represents the Company's estimate of the allowance necessary to provide for probable incurred losses in the loan portfolio. In making this determination, the Company analyzes the ultimate collectibility of the loans in its portfolio, incorporating feedback provided by internal loan staff, the independent loan review function, and information provided by examinations performed by regulatory agencies. The Company makes an ongoing evaluation as to the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses. On a quarterly basis, management reviews the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses. Commercial credits are graded by the loan officers and the Loan Review function validates the officers' grades. In the event that the loan review function downgrades the loan, it is included in the allowance analysis at the lower grade. The grading system is in compliance with the regulatory classifications and the allowance is allocated to the loans based on the regulatory grading, except in instances where there are known differences (i.e., collateral value is nominal, etc.). To establish the appropriate level of the allowance, a sample of loans (including impaired and nonperforming loans) are reviewed and classified as to potential loss exposure. Based on an estimation done pursuant to the requirements of Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Statement No. 5, "Accounting for Contingencies," and FASB Statements Nos. 114 and 118, "Accounting by Creditors for Impairment of a Loan," the analysis of the allowance for loan losses consists of three components: (i) specific credit allocation established for expected losses resulting from analysis developed through specific credit allocations on individual loans for which the recorded investment in the loan exceeds its fair value; (ii) general portfolio allocation based on historical loan loss experience for each loan category; and (iii) unallocated subjective reserves based on general economic conditions as well as specific economic factors in the markets in which the Company operates. The specific credit allocation component of the allowance for loan losses is based on a regular analysis of loans over a fixed-dollar amount where the internal credit rating is at or below a predetermined classification. The fair value of the loan is determined based on either the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan's effective interest rate, the market price of the loan, or, if the loan is collateral dependent, the fair value of the underlying collateral less cost of sale. The general portfolio allocation component of the allowance for loan losses is determined statistically using a loss migration analysis that examines historical loan loss experience. The loss migration analysis is performed 25. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- quarterly and loss factors are updated regularly based on actual experience. The general portfolio allocation element of the allowance for loan losses also includes consideration of the amounts necessary for concentrations and changes in portfolio mix and volume. The allowance for loan losses is based on estimates, and ultimate losses will vary from current estimates. These estimates are reviewed monthly, and as adjustments, either positive or negative, become necessary, a corresponding increase or decrease is made in the provision for loan losses. The composition of the loan portfolio has not significantly changed since year-end 2002. The methodology used to determine the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses is consistent with prior years, and there were no reallocations. Along with other financial institutions, management remains watchful of credit quality issues and believes that current issues within the portfolio are reflective of a challenging economic environment. Should the economic climate continue to deteriorate, borrowers may experience difficulty, and the level of nonperforming loans, charge-offs, and delinquencies could rise and require further increases in the provision. Management continues to monitor the loan portfolio and take appropriate action to proactively limit credit exposure. At September 30, 2003, the allowance for loan losses was $9,082 or 1.88% of total loans as compared to $6,450 or 1.33% at December 31, 2002, and $6,808 or 1.39% at September 30, 2002. The change from December 31, 2002 is due to the increase in impaired loans previously discussed and as a result, additional provisions have been made to the allowance for loan losses. Liquidity The Company manages its liquidity position with the objective of maintaining sufficient funds to respond to the needs of depositors and borrowers and to take advantage of earnings enhancement opportunities. In addition to the normal inflow of funds from core-deposit growth together with repayments and maturities of loans and investments, the Company utilizes other short-term funding sources such as brokered time deposits, securities sold under agreements to repurchase, overnight federal funds purchased from correspondent banks and the acceptance of short-term deposits from public entities, and Federal Home Loan Bank advances. The Company monitors and manages its liquidity position on several bases, which vary depending upon the time period. As the time period is expanded, other data is factored in, including estimated loan funding requirements, estimated loan payoffs, investment portfolio maturities or calls, and anticipated depository buildups or runoffs. 26. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Company classifies all of its securities as available-for-sale, thereby maintaining significant liquidity. The Company's liquidity position is further enhanced by structuring its loan portfolio interest payments as monthly and by the significant representation of retail credit and residential mortgage loans in the Company's loan portfolio, resulting in a steady stream of loan repayments. In managing its investment portfolio, the Company provides for staggered maturities so that cash flows are provided as such investments mature. The Company's cash flows are comprised of three classifications: cash flows from operating activities, cash flows from investing activities, and cash flows from financing activities. Cash flows used in investing activities offset by those provided by operating activities and financing activities, resulted in a net decrease in cash and cash equivalents of $5,256 from December 31, 2002 to September 30, 2003. During the first nine months of 2003, the Company experienced net cash outflows of ($20,448) in investing activities primarily due to purchases of securities. In contrast, net cash inflows were provided by $13,061 in operating activities due to proceeds from net loans sales and net income; and $2,131 in financing activities due to increases in repurchase agreements and FHLB advances partially offset by a net decrease in deposits. Capital Resources Stockholders' Equity The Company is committed to managing capital for maximum shareholder benefit and maintaining strong protection for depositors and creditors. Stockholders' equity at September 30, 2003 was $67,989, a decrease of $75 or 0.1%, from December 31, 2002. The stockholders' equity decrease was largely the result of earnings for the first nine months of 2003 less dividends paid to shareholders and a decrease in accumulated other comprehensive income. Average quarterly equity as a percentage of average quarterly assets was 8.9% at September 30, 2003, compared to 8.6% at December 31, 2002. Book value per common share equaled $16.87 at September 30, 2003, a slight decrease from $16.97 at the end of 2002. Stock Repurchase On May 2, 2003, the Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase plan whereby the Company may repurchase from time to time up to 5% of its outstanding shares of common stock in the open market or in private transactions over the next 18 months. Purchases will be dependent upon market conditions and the availability of shares. The repurchase program optimizes the use of capital relative to other investment alternatives and benefits both the Company and the shareholders by enhancing earnings per share and return on equity. To date, the Company has repurchased 10,500 shares at a weighted average cost of $17.92. Capital Measurements The Banks are expected to meet a minimum risk-based capital to risk-weighted assets ratio of 8%, of which at least one-half (or 4%) must be in the form of Tier 1 (core) capital. The remaining one-half (or 4%) may be in the form of Tier 1 (core) or Tier 2 (supplementary) capital. The amount of loan loss 27. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- allowance that may be included in capital is limited to 1.25% of risk-weighted assets. The ratio of Tier 1 (core) and the combined amount of Tier 1 (core) and Tier 2 (supplementary) capital to risk-weighted assets for the Company was 10.80% and 12.20%, respectively, at September 30, 2003. The Company is currently, and expects to continue to be, in compliance with these guidelines. As of September 30, 2003, the Tier 2 risk-based capital was comprised of $6,964 in allowance for loan losses (limited to 1.25% of risk-weighted assets) and $831 of Mandatory Redeemable Series B Preferred Stock. The Series A Preferred Stock is convertible into common stock, subject to certain adjustments. The following table sets forth an analysis of the Holding Company's capital ratios: December 31, Minimum Well September 30, ---------------------------- Capital Capitalized 2003 2002 2001 Ratios Ratios ------------ ------------ ------------ ------ ------ Tier 1 risk-based capital $ 60,165 $ 58,755 $ 55,911 Tier 2 risk-based capital 7,795 7,281 7,126 ------------ ------------ ------------ Total capital 67,960 66,036 63,037 Risk-weighted assets 557,086 557,620 540,626 Capital ratios Tier 1 risk-based capital 10.80% 10.54% 10.34% 4.00% 6.00% Tier 2 risk-based capital 12.20 11.84 11.66 8.00 10.00 Leverage ratio 7.63 7.48 7.54 4.00 5.00 Impact of Inflation, Changing Prices, and Monetary Policies The financial statements and related financial data concerning the Company have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America which require the measurement of financial position and operating results in terms of historical dollars without considering changes in the relative purchasing power of money over time due to inflation. The primary effect of inflation on the operations of the Company is reflected in increased operating costs. Unlike most industrial companies, virtually all of the assets and liabilities of a financial institution are monetary in nature. As a result, changes in interest rates have a more significant effect on the performance of a financial institution than do the effects of changes in the general rate of inflation and changes in prices. Interest rates do not necessarily move in the same direction or in the same magnitude as the prices of goods and services. Interest rates are highly sensitive to many factors which are beyond the control of the Company, including the influence of domestic and foreign economic conditions and the monetary and fiscal policies of the United States government and federal agencies, particularly the FRB. 28. UNIONBANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Recent Regulatory and Accounting Developments The Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") recently issued two new accounting standards, Statement No. 149, "Amendment of Statement No. 133 on Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities", and Statement No. 150, "Accounting for Certain Financial Instruments with Characteristics of both Liabilities and Equities," both of which generally become effective in the quarter beginning July 1, 2003. Management determined that, upon adopting the new standards the Company's operating results or financial condition was not be materially affected. In November 2002, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation ("FIN") 45, "Guarantor's Accounting and Disclosure Requirements for Guarantees, Including Indirect Guarantees of Indebtedness of Others", an interpretation of SFAS No. 5, 57, and 107 and Rescission of FIN 34. This Interpretation clarifies the requirements of SFAS No. 5, "Accounting for Contingencies," relating to the guarantor's accounting for and disclosure of the issuance of certain types of guarantees. The disclosure provisions of the Interpretation are effective for financial statements in interim or annual reports for periods that end after December 15, 2002. However, the provisions for initial recognition and measurement are effective on a prospective basis for guarantees that are issued or modified after December 31, 2002, irrespective of the guarantor's year-end. The application of this Interpretation did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated statement of financial condition or consolidated statement of income. In January 2003, FASB issued FIN 46, "Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities." FIN 46 requires a company to consolidate a variable interest entity ("VIE") if the company has variable interests that give it a majority of the expected losses or a majority of the expected residual returns of the entity. FIN 46 is effective immediately for VIEs created after January 31, 2003. For VIEs created prior to February 1, 2003, FIN 46 will apply in the first interim period or fiscal year beginning after September 15, 2003. Management believes the implementation of FIN 46 will not have a material impact on the Company's financial statements. Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk The information required by this Item 3 is incorporated by reference from the discussion on page 21 of this Form 10-Q under the caption "Interest Rate Sensitivity Management" and the discussion immediately above under the caption "Impact of Inflation, Changing Prices, and Monetary Policies." Item 4. Controls and Procedures An evaluation was performed under the supervision and with the participation of the Company's management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company's disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) promulgated under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1034, as amended) as of September 30, 2003. Based on that evaluation, the Company's management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, concluded that the Company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective. There have been no significant changes in the Company's internal controls or in other factors that could significantly affect internal controls during the quarter ended September 30, 2003. While management concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures are adequate in all material respects for SEC reporting purposes, the Company is currently reviewing its policies and procedures regarding identification and classification of impaired loans and its asset review process in an effort to avoid subsequent changes to previously reported financial results. 29. PART II - OTHER INFORMATION Item 1. Legal Proceedings There are no material pending legal proceedings to which the Company or its subsidiaries is a party other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to their respective businesses. Item 2. Changes in Securities None. Item 3. Default Upon Senior Securities None. Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders None. Item 5. Other Information None. Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K Exhibits: 31.1 Certification of Dewey R. Yaeger required by Rule 13a - 14(a). 31.2 Certification of Kurt R. Stevenson required by Rule 13a - 14(a). 32.1 Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, from the Company's President and Principal Executive Officer. 32.2 Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, from the Company's Vice President and Principal Financial and Accounting Officer. Reports on Form 8-K: On August 15, 2003, the Company filed a Form 8-K/A, under Item 9 "Regulation FD Disclosure (Information provided under Item 12 - Results of Operations and Financial Condition)" reporting that on July 18, 2003 the Company had issued a press release entitled "UNIONBANCORP, INC. REPORTS RECORD SECOND QUARTER EARNINGS" announcing its preliminary results of operations for the quarter ended June 30, 2003. A copy of the press release was furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to a report on Form 8-K filed by UnionBancorp, Inc. on July 21, 2003. This report on Form 8-K/A amends the report on Form 8-K filed by UnionBancorp, Inc. on July 21, 2003 to restate in its entirety the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 thereto. On July 21, 2003, the Company filed a Form 8-K, under Item 9 "Regulation FD Disclosure (Information provided under Item 12 - Results of Operations and Financial Condition)" reporting that the Company had issued a press release to report its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2003. 30. 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 on November 13, 2003. UNIONBANCORP, INC. By: /s/ DEWEY R. YAEGER ------------------------------------- Dewey R. Yaeger President and Principal Executive Officer By: /s/ KURT R. STEVENSON ------------------------------------- Kurt R. Stevenson Vice President and Principal Financial and Accounting Officer 31. UNIONBANCORP, INC. EXHIBIT INDEX TO QUARTERLY REPORT ON FORM 10-Q Exhibit No. Description --- ----------- 31.1 Certification of Dewey R. Yaeger required by Rule 13a - 14(a). 31.2 Certification of Kurt R. Stevenson required by Rule 13a - 14(a). 32.1 Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, from the Company's President and Principal Executive Officer. 32.2 Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, from the Company's Vice President and Principal Financial and Accounting Officer. 32.