Alpine Banks of Colorado announces financial results for fourth quarter and year-end 2022
Alpine Banks of Colorado (OTCQX: ALPIB) reported its fourth quarter and annual results for 2022, showing a net income of $20.7 million for Q4, and $73.4 million for the year. Basic earnings per Class A share decreased 9.2% in Q4 but increased 20.0% for the year. Loan growth was 4.1% in Q4 and 15.0% for the year, with total loans reaching $3.9 billion. The net interest margin improved to 3.69% in Q4 2022 compared to 3.49% in Q3 2022. Total assets rose to $6.3 billion. Total deposits decreased by 2.6% in Q4 but saw only a 1.6% annual decline. The company continues to maintain a strong capital position.
- Net income for Q4 2022 was $20.7 million, a solid figure despite a quarterly decline.
- Total assets increased to $6.3 billion, reflecting organic growth.
- Net interest margin improved to 3.69%, indicating effective management of interest income.
- Basic earnings per Class A common share decreased 9.2% in Q4 2022.
- Total deposits fell 2.6% in Q4 2022, which could indicate liquidity concerns.
GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo., Jan. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alpine Banks of Colorado (OTCQX: ALPIB) (“Alpine” or the “Company”), the holding company for Alpine Bank (the “Bank”), today announced results (unaudited) for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2022. The Company reported net income of
Highlights in fourth quarter 2022, and the year ended December 31, 2022 include:
- Basic earnings per Class A common share decreased
9.2% , or$19.20 , during fourth quarter 2022. - Basic earnings per Class A common share increased
20.0% , or$116.15 , during the 12 months ended December 31, 2022. - Basic earnings per Class B common share decreased
9.2% , or$0.13 , during fourth quarter 2022. - Basic earnings per Class B common share increased
20.0% , or$0.77 , during the 12 months ended December 31, 2022. - Loan growth during fourth quarter 2022 was
4.1% , or$154.2 million . - Loan growth during the 12 months ended December 31, 2022 was
15.0% , or$508.0 million . - Net interest margin for the fourth quarter 2022 was
3.69% , compared to3.49% in the preceding quarter, and3.34% in the fourth quarter 2021.
“The fourth quarter of 2022 capped off a record year of earnings. Strong loan growth and increased interest rates combined to elevate the earnings power of the Company,” said Alpine Banks of Colorado President and Vice Chairman Glen Jammaron. “As we kick off our 51st year of operations we look forward to the challenges and opportunities that await the Alpine team. On January 12th we welcomed Alison Vollbracht Winfield to our board of directors. Alison is the daughter of our late co-founder Bill Vollbracht. Renewed representation from the Vollbracht family on the board cements the legacy of our founders well into the future.”
Net income
Net income for fourth quarter 2022 and third quarter 2022 was
Net income for the 12 months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 was
Net interest margin increased from
Assets
Total assets increased
Loans
Loans outstanding as of December 31, 2022 totaled
Loans outstanding as of December 31, 2022 reflected an increase of
Deposits
Total deposits decreased
Total deposits of
Capital
The Bank continues to be designated as a “well capitalized” institution as its capital ratios exceed the minimum requirements for this designation. As of December 31, 2022, the Bank’s Tier 1 Leverage Ratio was
Book value per share on December 31, 2022 was
Dividends
During fourth quarter 2022, Alpine paid cash dividends of
About Alpine Banks of Colorado
Alpine Banks of Colorado, through its wholly owned subsidiary Alpine Bank, is a
*Alpine Bank Wealth Management services are not FDIC insured, may lose value and are not guaranteed by the Bank.
Contacts: | Glen Jammaron | Eric A. Gardey |
President and Vice Chairman | Chief Financial Officer | |
Alpine Banks of Colorado | Alpine Banks of Colorado | |
2200 Grand Avenue | 2200 Grand Avenue | |
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 | Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 | |
(970) 384-3266 | (970) 384-3257 |
A note about forward-looking statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “seeks,” “reflects”, “believes,” “estimates,” “expects” and similar references to future periods. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements we make regarding our evaluation of macro-environment risks, Federal Reserve rate management, and trends reflecting things such as regulatory capital standards and adequacy. Forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and assumptions regarding our business, the economy and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Our actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. We caution you therefore against relying on any of these forward-looking statements. They are neither statements of historical fact or guarantees or assurances of future performance. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statement include, but are not limited to:
- The ability to attract new deposits and loans;
- Demand for financial services in our market areas;
- Competitive market-pricing factors;
- Changes in assumptions underlying the establishment of allowances for loan losses and other estimate;
- Effects of future economic, business and market conditions, including higher inflation;
- Adverse effects of public health events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, including governmental and societal responses;
- Deterioration in economic conditions that could result in increased loan losses;
- Actions by competitors and other market participants that could have an adverse impact on our expected performance;
- Risks associated with concentrations in real estate-related loans;
- Risks inherent in making loans, such as repayment risks and fluctuating collateral values;
- Market interest rate volatility, including changes to the federal funds rate;
- Stability of funding sources and continued availability of borrowings;
- Risk associated with potential cyber threats;
- Changes in legal or regulatory requirements or the results of regulatory examinations that could restrict growth;
- The ability to recruit and retain key management and staff;
- The ability to raise capital or incur debt on reasonable terms; and
- Effectiveness of legislation and regulatory efforts to help the U.S. and global financial markets.
There are many factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement made by us in this press release or in any subsequent written or oral statements attributable to the Company are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
Key Financial Measures
The tables in the links below highlight Alpine’s key financial measures for the periods indicated (unaudited).
Key Financial Measures 12/31/2022
Statement of Income 12/31/2022
Statement of Financial Condition 12/31/2022
Statement of Comprehensive Income 12/31/2022
Contact: | Eric A. Gardey, Chief Financial Officer |
Alpine Banks of Colorado | |
(970) 384-3257 | |
ericgardey@alpinebank.com |
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