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Bank of South Carolina Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings

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The Bank of South Carolina (OTCQX: BKSC) has announced unaudited earnings of $1,753,798 or $0.32 per share for Q2 2024, marking a 37.26% increase from $1,277,717 or $0.23 per share in Q2 2023.

Earnings for the first six months of 2024 rose by 9.18% to $3,129,594 compared to $2,866,496 for the same period in 2023. The bank reported an annualized return on average assets of 1.04% and return on average equity of 13.21% for H1 2024.

The CEO highlighted the company's strategy of reallocating investment securities to higher-yielding loans and reducing borrowed funds, leading to improved profitability and net interest margin. The bank also mentioned strong loan demand and appropriate risk pricing without sacrificing credit quality.

Key metrics include a net interest income of $5,138,430, an efficiency ratio improvement to 59.54%, and a net income of $1,753,798 for Q2 2024. However, there was a slight provision for credit losses of $50,000.

Positive
  • Q2 2024 earnings increased by 37.26% to $1,753,798.
  • Earnings per share rose from $0.23 in Q2 2023 to $0.32 in Q2 2024.
  • Net interest income grew to $5,138,430 in Q2 2024.
  • Efficiency ratio improved to 59.54% in Q2 2024.
  • Annualized return on average assets increased to 1.04%.
  • Annualized return on average equity stood at 13.21%.
Negative
  • Provision for credit losses was $50,000 in Q2 2024.
  • Total assets decreased to $590,639,502 in Q2 2024 from $650,131,459 in Q2 2023.
  • Total deposits dropped to $516,221,132 in Q2 2024 from $574,075,057 in Q2 2023.

Insights

The 37.26% increase in quarterly earnings marks a significant improvement for the Bank of South Carolina Corporation. This jump is primarily driven by a rise in net interest income, which increased to $5,138,430 from $4,606,980 in the same quarter last year. This suggests the bank's strategy to reallocate maturing investment securities into higher-yielding loans is effective. Their focus on reducing reliance on borrowed funds has contributed to an improved net interest margin of 3.68%, up from 2.98% a year ago.

One key point is the slight increase in the provision for credit losses at $50,000, which, although minor, indicates a cautious approach towards loan quality as loan demand remains strong. It's also worth noting the efficiency ratio improved to 59.54% from 67.13%, showing better expense management.

In the short-term, the bank's strong performance and improved profitability may enhance investor confidence. Long-term, continued successful loan reallocation and prudent expense management will be important in sustaining growth. However, they need to maintain credit quality amid potential economic fluctuations.

The improvements in the Bank of South Carolina Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) from $0.23 to $0.32 indicate a favorable trend for shareholders. This is coupled with an increase in return on average assets to 1.19% and return on average equity to 14.71%, highlighting more efficient use of the bank’s resources compared to the same quarter last year.

The loan growth from $341,123,966 to $359,514,482 suggests strong market demand. This, combined with a decrease in loans past due over 30 days to 0.19%, signals robust credit performance.

Additionally, the decrease in total deposits from $574,075,057 to $516,221,132 raises a minor concern about liquidity but is not alarming given the bank’s improved profitability and effective capital management. For retail investors, these metrics suggest a stable and potentially rewarding investment.

CHARLESTON, S.C., July 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bank of South Carolina Corporation (OTCQX: BKSC) announced unaudited earnings of $1,753,798, or $0.32 basic and diluted earnings per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2024 – an increase of $476,081, or 37.26%, from earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2023 of $1,277,717, or $0.23 basic and diluted earnings per share. Unaudited earnings for the six months ended June 30, 2024 increased $263,098, or 9.18%, to $3,129,594 compared to $2,866,496 for the six months ended June 30, 2023. Annualized returns on average assets and average equity for the six months ended June 30, 2024 were 1.04% and 13.21%, respectively, compared with June 30, 2023 annualized returns on average assets and average equity of 0.89% and 13.61%, respectively.

Eugene H. Walpole, IV, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "While six months don't make a year, we are quite pleased with operating results for the quarter and year-to-date, in which we generated a return on average assets of 1.19% and 1.04%, respectively, and a return on average equity of 14.71% and 13.21%, respectively.  Our continued focus on reallocating maturing investment securities into higher-yielding loans, while simultaneously reducing our reliance on borrowed funds, is having its intended effect on net interest margin.  These initiatives - supported by consistent management of noninterest income and expense - have resulted in improved profitability.  Meanwhile, loan demand in our markets remains strong, and we are continuing to price risk appropriately without sacrificing credit quality.  The likelihood and extent of any easing by the Federal Reserve in 2024 remains to be seen.  We intend to stay the course by executing on our strategic objectives in the second half of the year."

 

Selected Condensed Consolidated Financial Data

(Unaudited)








For the Three Months Ended


June 30,
2024

March 31,
2024

December 31,
2023

September 30,
2023

June 30,
2023

Total Interest and Fee Income

$       6,702,792

$       6,593,463

$       6,500,593

$         6,154,138

$         6,027,060

Total Interest Expense

1,564,362

1,861,311

1,821,435

1,619,582

1,420,080

Net Interest Income

5,138,430

4,732,152

4,679,158

4,534,556

4,606,980

Provision for Credit Losses

50,000

-

-

-

-

Net Interest Income After Provision for Credit Losses

5,088,430

4,732,152

4,679,158

4,534,556

4,606,980

Total Other Income

471,075

423,497

397,970

480,448

437,121

Total Other Expense

3,339,934

3,359,684

3,309,138

3,381,506

3,386,022

Income Before Income Tax Expense

2,219,571

1,795,965

1,767,988

1,633,498

1,658,079

Income Tax Expense

465,773

420,169

404,239

370,128

380,362

Net Income

$       1,753,798

$       1,375,796

$       1,363,749

$         1,263,370

$         1,277,717













Earnings Per Share - Basic

$               0.32

$               0.25

$               0.25

$                0.23

$                0.23

Earnings Per Share - Diluted

$               0.32

$               0.25

$               0.24

$                0.23

$                0.23

Return on Average Assets

1.19 %

0.89 %

0.87 %

0.78 %

0.79 %

Return on Average Equity

14.71 %

11.69 %

12.74 %

11.66 %

11.66 %

Common Stock Shares Outstanding

5,457,907

5,462,794

5,469,251

5,485,755

5,548,239

Book Value Per Share

$               8.93

$               8.69

$               8.61

$                7.51

$                7.67

Efficiency Ratio

59.54 %

65.17 %

65.18 %

67.43 %

67.13 %

Net Interest Margin

3.68 %

3.20 %

3.12 %

2.96 %

2.98 %

% Loans Past Due > 30 Days

0.19 %

0.32 %

0.53 %

0.75 %

 

0.68 %

Allowance for Credit Losses as a % of Total Loans

1.04 %

1.04 %

1.07 %

1.09 %

 

 

1.08 %







Quarterly Averages:






Total Assets

$    590,639,502

$    624,732,564

$    625,093,859

$     639,253,597

$     650,131,459

Total Loans

$    359,514,482

$    353,396,331

$    344,789,580

$     339,152,054

$     341,123,966

Total Deposits

$    516,221,132

$    519,023,338

$    518,397,166

$     540,290,630

$     574,075,057

Total Shareholders' Equity

$      47,951,482

$      47,328,863

$      42,464,898

$       42,997,996

$       43,952,144

About Bank of South Carolina Corporation
The Bank of South Carolina Corporation is the holding company of The Bank of South Carolina ("The Bank"). The Bank is a South Carolina state-chartered financial institution with offices in Charleston, North Charleston, Summerville, Mt. Pleasant, James Island, and the West Ashley community and has been in continuous operation since 1987.  Our website is www.banksc.com. Bank of South Carolina Corporation currently trades its common stock on the OTCQX® Best Market under the symbol "BKSC".

Forward-Looking-Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements that are not historical facts and that are intended to be "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements about the Company's plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements contained in this release that are not historical facts and pertain to the Company's future operating results.  When used in this release, the words "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates" and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements.  Actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in these forward-looking statements, because such statements are inherently subject to significant assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict and are generally beyond the Company's control.  These include but are not limited to: the possibility of adverse economic developments that may, among other things, increase default and delinquency risks in the Company's loan portfolios; shifts in interest rates; shifts in the rate of inflation; shifts in the demand for the Company's loan and other products; unforeseen increases in costs and expenses; lower-than-expected revenue or cost savings in connection with acquisitions; changes in accounting policies; changes in the monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government; and changes in laws, regulations and the competitive environment.  Unless legally required, the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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FAQ

What were the Bank of South Carolina's earnings for Q2 2024?

The Bank of South Carolina reported unaudited earnings of $1,753,798 or $0.32 per share for Q2 2024.

How did the Bank of South Carolina's Q2 2024 earnings compare to Q2 2023?

Earnings for Q2 2024 increased by 37.26% to $1,753,798 compared to $1,277,717 in Q2 2023.

What was the return on average assets and equity for the Bank of South Carolina in H1 2024?

The annualized return on average assets was 1.04% and the return on average equity was 13.21% for H1 2024.

What was the Bank of South Carolina's net interest income for Q2 2024?

Net interest income for Q2 2024 was $5,138,430.

How did the Bank of South Carolina improve its net interest margin in Q2 2024?

The bank improved its net interest margin by reallocating maturing investment securities into higher-yielding loans and reducing reliance on borrowed funds.

What was the Bank of South Carolina's provision for credit losses in Q2 2024?

The provision for credit losses in Q2 2024 was $50,000.

What were the total assets of the Bank of South Carolina in Q2 2024?

Total assets for the bank were $590,639,502 in Q2 2024.

What were the total deposits for the Bank of South Carolina in Q2 2024?

Total deposits amounted to $516,221,132 in Q2 2024.

What was the efficiency ratio for the Bank of South Carolina in Q2 2024?

The efficiency ratio improved to 59.54% in Q2 2024.

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