ChoiceOne Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Results

Rhea-AI Summary

ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. reported financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2023. The company celebrated its 125th anniversary and achieved the largest core loan growth in a single quarter in its history. Net income was $5,293,000 for the quarter and $21,261,000 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023. Core loans grew by $105.2 million during the fourth quarter of 2023, and deposits increased by $14.7 million. Asset quality remains strong, and shareholders' equity totaled $195.6 million as of December 31, 2023.

Positive

• ChoiceOne Bank celebrated its 125th anniversary and achieved the largest core loan growth in a single quarter in its history.
• Net income was $5,293,000 for the quarter and $21,261,000 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023.
• Core loans grew by $105.2 million during the fourth quarter of 2023, and deposits increased by $14.7 million.
• Asset quality remains strong, with only 0.1% of nonperforming loans to total loans as of December 31, 2023.
• Shareholders' equity totaled $195.6 million as of December 31, 2023.

Negative

• Earnings were negatively affected by increased deposit costs, but this was partially offset by higher interest income from loans with higher interest rates and organic loan growth.
• Deposits as of December 31, 2023, decreased $19.4 million or 0.9%, compared to deposits as of December 31, 2022.
• Interest expense on borrowings for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, increased $2.2 million and $7.2 million, respectively, compared to the same periods in the prior year.
• Noninterest expense increased $563,000 or 4.3% and $1.6 million or 3.0% in the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023 compared to the same periods in 2022.

Insights

Financial Analyst

The reported net income and diluted earnings per share (EPS) for ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. for both the three and twelve months ending December 31, 2023, show a decline compared to the previous year. This contraction in profitability could be indicative of increased operational costs or a challenging macroeconomic environment. The decrease in net income and EPS is a critical metric for investors as it reflects the company's profitability, which is a fundamental driver of stock valuation.

The substantial growth in core loans signals aggressive business expansion and could be a positive sign for future revenue streams. However, it is important to consider the potential for increased credit risk associated with rapid loan expansion. The provision for credit losses expense has risen, which is a direct reflection of this growth and a prudent step in risk management. Investors should monitor the balance between growth and risk, as it could impact the company's financial stability.

The rise in deposit costs and the overall increase in the cost of funds are notable in the current rising interest rate environment. As deposit rates increase, the net interest margin could be squeezed, potentially affecting future profitability. The active use of interest rate swaps to manage interest rate exposure is a sophisticated financial strategy that indicates proactive risk management, but it also adds complexity to the financial operations that require careful monitoring.

Overall, the financial results and strategic maneuvers by ChoiceOne provide a mixed picture, with robust loan growth and strategic hedging offset by rising costs and decreased profitability. Investors should weigh these factors in their assessment of the company's future performance.

Market Research Analyst

ChoiceOne's strategic decision to consolidate branches and focus on cost optimization aligns with broader industry trends where financial institutions are leveraging digital banking to reduce physical footprint and operational expenses. This move could improve operational efficiency and contribute to long-term cost savings, which is generally well-received by the market. The anticipated annual savings of $700,000 post-consolidation is a tangible benefit that could contribute to improved financial performance.

However, the competitive landscape and customer behavior are also critical factors. With a competitive housing market and higher mortgage rates, the bank's gains on sales of loans have increased, but the overall volume remains subdued. This could suggest a challenging environment for mortgage origination—a key revenue driver for many community banks. The ability of ChoiceOne to navigate these market conditions and continue to grow in other areas of its loan portfolio will be important for maintaining market share and revenue growth.

Moreover, the increase in noninterest income due to gains in the securities portfolio contrasts with the previous year's losses, illustrating market volatility and the bank's active management of its investment portfolio. These gains, although not a core banking operation, can provide a buffer against interest income fluctuations and contribute positively to the overall financial health of the institution.

Economist

The financial results of ChoiceOne reflect broader economic trends, such as the impact of rising interest rates on deposit costs and borrowing expenses. The Federal Reserve's monetary policy adjustments, aimed at controlling inflation, have led to an environment of higher interest rates, which affects banks' interest margins and cost structures. The increase in deposit costs and the cost of funds are direct outcomes of this policy environment.

The bank's loan growth, particularly in core loans, in a tightening economic scenario, suggests resilience and potential market demand for credit, which could be a positive economic indicator. However, the increase in the provision for credit losses expense is a reminder of the inherent risks in lending, especially during uncertain economic times. The bank's credit risk management strategies, including the use of interest rate swaps, will be crucial in mitigating the impact of economic fluctuations on its loan portfolio.

The reported shift in customer deposit behavior, moving towards higher-yielding investments, also mirrors the search for yield in a higher interest rate environment. This trend could have implications for the banking sector's ability to attract and retain deposits, a key source of funding for lending activities.

In summary, ChoiceOne's financial performance and strategic decisions must be viewed within the context of a dynamic economic landscape, where interest rate movements and competitive pressures are influencing both consumer behavior and financial institutions' operations.

SPARTA, Mich., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. ("ChoiceOne", NASDAQ:COFS), the parent company for ChoiceOne Bank, reported financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2023.

 Financial Highlights

• Founded in 1898, ChoiceOne Bank celebrated its 125^th anniversary serving local Michigan communities. ChoiceOne celebrated this accomplishment by ringing the opening bell on the NASDAQ trading floor on October 30^th, 2023.
• ChoiceOne reported net income of $5,293,000 and $21,261,000 for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, compared to $6,684,000 and $23,640,000 for the same periods in 2022.
• Diluted earnings per share were $0.70 and $2.82 in the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, compared to $0.89 and $3.15 per share in the same periods in the prior year.
• Core loans, which exclude held for sale loans, loans to other financial institutions, and Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") loans, grew organically by $105.2 million or an annualized 32.7% during the fourth quarter of 2023 and $201.5 million or 16.9% since December 31, 2022. This represents the largest core loan growth by dollar amount in a single quarter in ChoiceOne's 125 years in business (excludes loan acquisitions due to mergers and PPP loans).
• Deposits, excluding brokered deposits, increased by $14.7 million or an annualized 2.8% in the fourth quarter of 2023. The increase in deposits in the fourth quarter is a combination of new business, recapture of deposit losses from earlier in the year, and some seasonality of municipal balances. Deposits as of December 31, 2023, excluding brokered deposits, decreased $19.4 million or 0.9%, compared to deposits as of December 31, 2022.
• Fully tax-equivalent net interest income increased to $16.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $16.6 million in the third quarter of 2023. Net interest margin (fully tax-equivalent) in the fourth quarter was 2.72% an increase from 2.70% in the third quarter of 2023.
• Asset quality remains strong with only 0.1% of nonperforming loans to total loans (excluding held for sale) as of December 31, 2023.

"This quarter was a momentous occasion for ChoiceOne Bank as we marked 125 years of empowering our customers and communities. I am thrilled to share that we achieved the largest core loan growth by dollar amount in a single quarter in our entire history (excludes loan acquisitions due to mergers and PPP loans). This is proof of our entire team's commitment to supporting our local communities. I am also very pleased with our full year 2023 results which showcase loan growth in a tough environment. Our results demonstrate the strong management of both credit and interest rate risk as we continue to prioritize mitigation of these risks. We appreciate our customers' trust and loyalty, and we look forward to many more years of success together," said Kelly Potes, Chief Executive Officer. 

ChoiceOne reported net income of $5,293,000 and $21,261,000 for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, compared to $6,684,000 and $23,640,000 for the same periods in 2022.  Diluted earnings per share were $0.70 and $2.82 in the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, compared to $0.89 and $3.15 per share in the same periods in the prior year.  During 2023, earnings were negatively affected by increased deposit costs, but this was partially offset by higher interest income from loans with higher interest rates and organic loan growth. 

As of December 31, 2023, total assets remained stable compared to September 30, 2023. ChoiceOne used cash balances to fund loans and reduced the net balance of borrowings and brokered deposits by $5.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. In addition, core loans increased $105.2 million during the fourth quarter of 2023.  Total assets increased by $190.8 million in the twelve months ended December 31, 2023. This increase was driven by core loan growth of $201.5 million or 16.9%, which was partially offset by a decrease in securities of $33.2 million. ChoiceOne management increased liquidity to fund organic loan growth and shifted lower yield assets into higher yield loans, as shown by the loan growth in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Deposits, excluding brokered deposits, increased by $14.7 million or an annualized 2.8% in the fourth quarter of 2023 and decreased $19.4 million or 0.9% as of December 31, 2023 compared to December 31, 2022.  The decrease in deposits since December 31, 2022 was largely concentrated in the first quarter of 2023 as a result of a combination of customers using cash on hand for debt payoffs, seasonal tax and municipal bond payments, and customers seeking higher rates in money market securities or other investments.  Deposits grew in the third and fourth quarters of 2023 due to new business, recapture of deposit losses, and some seasonality in municipal balances.  ChoiceOne continues to be proactive in managing its liquidity position by using brokered deposits, the  Bank Term Funding Program ("BTFP"), and FHLB advances to ensure ample liquidity.  At December 31, 2023, total available borrowing capacity from all sources was $933.3 million.   Uninsured deposits total $769.7 million or 36.7% of deposits at December 31, 2023. 

The increase in short term interest rates has led to higher deposit costs, which rose to 1.57% in the last quarter of 2023, compared to 1.36% in the previous quarter and 0.47% in the fourth quarter of 2022. As deposits reprice and customers shift to CD and other interest bearing products, this trend is likely to persist. ChoiceOne is taking active measures to control these costs and expects to pay lower rates on deposits than the federal funds rate.  Interest expense on borrowings for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, increased $2.2 million and $7.2 million, respectively, compared to the same periods in the prior year, due to increases in borrowing amounts and interest rates.  Borrowings include $170 million from the BTFP and $30 million of FHLB borrowings at a weighted average fixed rate of 4.7%.  Total cost of funds increased to 1.91% in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to 1.70% in the third quarter of 2023 and 0.59% in the fourth quarter of 2022.

The provision for credit losses expense on loans increased by $933,000 in the last quarter of 2023, due to the significant growth of core loans.  Core loan growth was offset by certain payoffs of watch loans, which declined by $425,000 during the fourth quarter of 2023.  Net provision for credit losses expense for the fourth quarter 2023 was $375,000.  The ratio of the allowance for credit losses to total loans (excluding loans held for sale) was 1.11% on December 31, 2023 compared to 1.14% on September 30, 2023.  Asset quality continues to remain strong, with annualized net loan charge-offs to average loans of 0.04% and nonperforming loans to total loans (excluding loans held for sale) of 0.13% as of December 31, 2023.     

ChoiceOne uses interest rate swaps to manage interest rate exposure to certain fixed assets and variable rate liabilities.  On December 31, 2023, ChoiceOne had pay-fixed interest rate swaps with a total notional value of $401.0 million, a weighted average coupon of 3.07%, a fair value of $8.9 million and an average contract length of 8 to 9 years.  These derivative instruments increase in value as long-term interest rates rise, which offsets the reduction in equity due to unrealized losses on securities available for sale.  Included in the total is $200.0 million of forward starting pay-fixed, receive floating interest rate swaps used to hedge interest bearing liabilities.  These forward starting swaps will pay a fixed coupon of 2.75% while receiving SOFR starting in late April 2024.  At the current SOFR rate of 5.38%, these forward starting swaps would contribute approximately $438,000 monthly starting in May 2024 which will partially offset interest expense. In addition, in March 2023, ChoiceOne eliminated all receive-fix, pay floating swap agreements for a cash payment of $4.2 million.  The loss is being amortized in interest income with an expense of approximately $273,000 monthly through April 2024, which was the remaining period of the agreements.

Shareholders' equity totaled $195.6 million as of December 31, 2023, up from $168.9 million as of December 31, 2022.  This increase is due to increased retained earnings and an improvement in accumulated other compressive loss (AOCI) of $20.2 million compared to December 31, 2022.  The improvement in AOCI despite the rise in interest rates is due to both the shortening duration and maturing (paydowns) of the securities portfolio, as well as an offsetting increase in unrealized gain of the pay-fixed swap derivatives.  ChoiceOne Bank remains "well-capitalized" with a total risk-based capital ratio of 12.4% as of December 31, 2023, compared to 13.0% on December 31, 2022.

Noninterest income rose by $297,000 and $834,000 in the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, compared to the same periods in the prior year.  The increase was largely due to gains in our securities portfolio during 2023 compared to losses in 2022.  Gains on sales of loans increased by $255,000 in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the fourth quarter of 2022; however, overall volume remains somewhat depressed due to a competitive housing market and higher mortgage rates.

Noninterest expense increased $563,000 or 4.3% and $1.6 million or 3.0% in the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023 compared to the same periods in 2022. The increase in total noninterest expense was largely related to inflationary pressures on employee wages and benefits and increases to FDIC insurance partially offset by lower occupancy and data processing costs.  As part of its ongoing optimization strategy, ChoiceOne intends to consolidate two of its branches by March 2025. Customers who currently use these branches will be able to access nearby ChoiceOne locations that offer the same level of service and convenience. ChoiceOne anticipates a low impact on customer retention and expects to save around $700,000 annually from this decision.  Management continues to seek out ways to manage costs, but also recognizes the value of investing in innovation and attracting the best talent in our industry to compete effectively in our markets.

About ChoiceOne

ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. is a financial holding company headquartered in Sparta, Michigan and the parent corporation of ChoiceOne Bank, Member FDIC. ChoiceOne Bank operates 37 offices in parts of Kent, Lapeer, Macomb, Muskegon, Newaygo, Ottawa, and St. Clair counties. ChoiceOne Bank offers insurance and investment products through its subsidiary, ChoiceOne Insurance Agencies, Inc. For more information, please visit Investor Relations at ChoiceOne's website at choiceone.bank.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release may contain forward-looking statements. Words such as "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "expects," "forecasts," "intends," "is likely," "plans," "predicts," "projects," "may," "could," "look forward," "continue", "future", "will" and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward looking statements. These statements reflect current beliefs as to the expected outcomes of future events and are not guarantees of future performance. These statements involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions ("risk factors") that are difficult to predict with regard to timing, extent, likelihood and degree of occurrence. Therefore, actual results and outcomes may materially differ from what may be expressed, implied or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Furthermore, ChoiceOne undertakes no obligation to update, amend, or clarify forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Risk factors include, but are not limited to, the risk factors described in Item 1A in ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022.

 

Condensed Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
(In thousands)		December 31, 2023				September 30, 2023				December 31, 2022
Cash and cash equivalents		$	55,433			$	144,673			$	43,943
Securities Held to Maturity			407,959				414,743				425,906
Securities Available for Sale			531,617				507,580				546,896
Loans held for sale			4,710				5,222				4,834
Loans to other financial institutions			19,400				23,763				-
Loans, net of allowance for loan losses			1,375,568				1,271,165				1,182,163
Premises and equipment			29,750				29,628				28,232
Cash surrender value of life insurance policies			45,074				44,788				43,978
Goodwill			59,946				59,946				59,946
Core deposit intangible			1,854				2,057				2,809
Other assets			45,395				70,631				47,208
Total Assets		$	2,576,706			$	2,574,196			$	2,385,915
Noninterest-bearing deposits		$	547,625			$	531,962			$	599,579
Interest-bearing deposits			1,550,985				1,551,995				1,518,424
Brokered deposits			23,445				49,238				-
Borrowings			200,000				180,000				50,000
Subordinated debentures			35,507				35,446				35,262
Other liabilities			23,510				44,394				13,776
Total Liabilities			2,381,072				2,393,035				2,217,041
Common stock and paid-in capital, no par value; shares authorized: 15,000,000; shares outstanding: 7,548,217 at December 31, 2023, 7,541,187 at September 30, 2023, and 7,516,098 at December 31, 2022			173,513				173,187				172,277
Retained earnings			73,699				70,444				68,394
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net			(51,578)				(62,470)				(71,797)
Shareholders' Equity			195,634				181,161				168,874
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity		$	2,576,706			$	2,574,196			$	2,385,915

 

Condensed Statements of Income (Unaudited)
		Three Months Ended								Twelve Months Ended
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)		December 31,								December 31,
		2023				2022				2023			2022
Interest income
Loans, including fees		$	19,759			$	14,391			$	68,384		$	52,823
Securities:
Taxable			5,532				4,582				21,169			15,583
Tax exempt			1,385				1,485				5,629			6,163
Other			1,286				177				3,798			491
Total interest income			27,962				20,635				98,980			75,060
Interest expense
Deposits			8,421				2,503				23,990			5,845
Advances from Federal Home Loan Bank			273				109				1,771			117
Other			2,712				657				7,334			1,784
Total interest expense			11,406				3,269				33,095			7,746
Net interest income			16,556				17,366				65,885			67,314
Provision for credit losses on loans			933				150				1,265			250
Provision for credit losses on unfunded commitments			(558)				-				(1,115)			-
Net Provision for credit losses expense			375				150				150			250
Net interest income after provision			16,181				17,216				65,735			67,064
Noninterest income
Customer service charges			2,427				2,350				9,347			9,350
Insurance and investment commissions			157				183				698			779
Gains on sales of loans			475				220				1,954			2,343
Net gains (losses) on sales of securities			-				(4)				(71)			(809)
Net gains (losses) on sales and write downs of other assets			(2)				(73)				147			99
Earnings on life insurance policies			286				519				1,096			1,312
Trust income			194				206				771			734
Change in market value of equity securities			210				51				(246)			(955)
Other			299				297				1,210			1,219
Total noninterest income			4,046				3,749				14,906			14,072
Noninterest expense
Salaries and benefits			8,005				7,580				31,963			30,391
Occupancy and equipment			1,471				1,501				6,048			6,189
Data processing			1,531				1,673				6,618			6,729
Professional fees			523				547				2,198			2,175
Supplies and postage			200				178				780			719
Advertising and promotional			148				286				721			764
Intangible amortization			203				252				955			1,153
FDIC insurance			394				77				1,184			722
Other			1,303				1,121				4,607			4,636
Total noninterest expense			13,778				13,215				55,074			53,478
Income before income tax			6,449				7,750				25,567			27,658
Income tax expense			1,156				1,066				4,306			4,018
Net income		$	5,293			$	6,684			$	21,261		$	23,640
Basic earnings per share		$	0.70			$	0.89			$	2.82		$	3.15
Diluted earnings per share		$	0.70			$	0.89			$	2.82		$	3.15
Dividends declared per share		$	0.27			$	0.26			$	1.05		$	1.01

 

Other Selected Financial Highlights (Unaudited)
		Quarterly
Earnings		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
(in thousands except per share data)
Net interest income		$	16,556			$	16,226			$	16,091			$	17,012			$	17,366
Net provision expense			375				-				(250)				25				150
Noninterest income			4,046				3,704				3,485				3,671				3,749
Noninterest expense			13,778				13,728				13,573				13,995				13,215
Net income before federal income tax expense			6,449				6,202				6,253				6,663				7,750
Income tax expense			1,156				1,080				1,040				1,030				1,066
Net income			5,293				5,122				5,213				5,633				6,684
Basic earnings per share			0.70				0.68				0.69				0.75				0.89
Diluted earnings per share			0.70				0.68				0.69				0.75				0.89

 

End of period balances		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
(in thousands)
Gross loans		$	1,415,363			$	1,315,022			$	1,273,152			$	1,214,186			$	1,194,616
Loans held for sale (1)			4,710				5,222				8,924				3,603				4,834
Loans to other financial institutions (2)			19,400				23,763				38,838				-				-
PPP loans (3)			-				-				-				-				-
Core loans (gross loans excluding 1, 2, and 3 above)			1,391,253				1,286,037				1,225,390				1,210,583				1,189,782
Allowance for loan losses			15,685				14,872				14,582				15,065				7,619
Securities available for sale			531,617				507,580				542,932				554,306				546,896
Securities held to maturity			407,959				414,743				420,549				422,876				425,906
Other interest-earning assets			22,392				113,402				41,032				30,999				15,447
Total earning assets (before allowance)			2,377,331				2,350,747				2,277,665				2,222,367				2,182,866
Total assets			2,576,706				2,574,196				2,483,726				2,409,886				2,385,915
Noninterest-bearing deposits			547,625				531,962				544,925				554,699				599,579
Interest-bearing deposits			1,550,985				1,551,995				1,490,093				1,513,429				1,518,424
Brokered deposits			23,445				49,238				51,370				37,773				-
Total deposits			2,122,055				2,133,195				2,086,388				2,105,901				2,118,003
Deposits excluding brokered			2,098,610				2,083,957				2,035,018				2,068,128				2,118,003
Total subordinated debt			35,507				35,446				35,385				35,323				35,262
Total borrowed funds			200,000				180,000				160,000				85,000				50,000
Other interest-bearing liabilities			8,060				32,204				11,985				-				-
Total interest-bearing liabilities			1,817,997				1,848,883				1,748,833				1,671,525				1,603,686
Shareholders' equity			195,634				181,161				179,240				168,712				168,874

 

Average Balances		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
(in thousands)
Loans		$	1,359,643			$	1,278,421			$	1,218,860			$	1,202,268			$	1,169,605
Securities			1,019,218				1,035,785				1,053,191				1,059,747				1,072,594
Other interest-earning assets			92,635				128,704				41,075				19,452				14,809
Total earning assets (before allowance)			2,471,496				2,442,910				2,313,126				2,281,467				2,257,008
Total assets			2,589,541				2,568,240				2,422,567				2,391,344				2,373,851
Noninterest-bearing deposits			546,778				540,497				534,106				566,628				605,318
Interest-bearing deposits			1,565,493				1,550,591				1,472,990				1,530,313				1,522,510
Brokered deposits			32,541				44,868				49,679				12,762				-
Total deposits			2,144,812				2,129,565				2,056,775				2,109,703				2,127,828
Total subordinated debt			35,474				35,413				35,352				35,290				35,230
Total borrowed funds			185,707				181,739				144,231				63,122				36,773
Other interest-bearing liabilities			25,729				20,480				3,763				-				-
Total interest-bearing liabilities			1,844,944				1,833,091				1,706,015				1,641,487				1,594,513
Shareholders' equity			187,099				181,219				171,912				167,952				160,284

 

Loan Breakout (in thousands)		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
Agricultural		$	49,211			$	43,290			$	40,684			$	55,995			$	64,159
Commercial and Industrial			229,915				222,357				224,191				217,063				210,210
Commercial Real Estate			786,921				709,960				657,549				648,202				630,953
Consumer			36,540				37,605				38,614				38,891				39,808
Construction Real Estate			20,936				16,477				16,734				13,939				14,736
Residential Real Estate			267,730				256,348				247,618				236,493				229,916
Loans to Other Financial Institutions			19,400				23,763				38,838				-				-
Gross Loans (excluding held for sale)		$	1,410,653			$	1,309,800			$	1,264,228			$	1,210,583			$	1,189,782
Allowance for credit losses			15,685				14,872				14,582				15,065				7,619
Net loans		$	1,394,968			$	1,294,928			$	1,249,646			$	1,195,518			$	1,182,163

 

Performance Ratios		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
Annualized return on average assets			0.82	%			0.80	%			0.86	%			0.94	%			1.13	%
Annualized return on average equity			11.32	%			11.31	%			12.13	%			13.42	%			16.68	%
Annualized return on average tangible common equity			16.40	%			16.55	%			18.31	%			20.64	%			26.63	%
Net interest margin (fully tax-equivalent)			2.72	%			2.70	%			2.86	%			3.09	%			3.15	%
Efficiency ratio			65.31	%			65.74	%			65.92	%			65.40	%			60.15	%
Annualized cost of funds			1.91	%			1.70	%			1.29	%			0.79	%			0.59	%
Annualized cost of deposits			1.57	%			1.36	%			0.98	%			0.62	%			0.47	%
Cost of interest bearing liabilities			2.45	%			2.18	%			1.70	%			1.08	%			0.81	%
Shareholders' equity to total assets			7.59	%			7.04	%			7.22	%			7.00	%			7.08	%
Tangible common equity to tangible assets			5.32	%			4.74	%			4.83	%			4.52	%			4.57	%
Annualized noninterest expense to average assets			2.13	%			2.14	%			2.24	%			2.34	%			2.23	%
Loan to deposit			66.70	%			61.65	%			61.02	%			57.66	%			56.40	%
Full-time equivalent employees			369				376				380				376				376

 

Capital Ratios ChoiceOne Financial Services Inc.		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
Total capital (to risk weighted assets)			13.0	%			13.2	%			13.2	%			13.5	%			13.8	%
Common equity Tier 1 capital (to risk weighted assets)			10.3	%			10.4	%			10.5	%			10.7	%			11.1	%
Tier 1 capital (to risk weighted assets)			10.5	%			10.7	%			10.8	%			11.0	%			11.4	%
Tier 1 capital (to average assets)			7.5	%			7.4	%			7.7	%			7.7	%			7.9	%

 

Capital Ratios ChoiceOne Bank		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
Total capital (to risk weighted assets)			12.4	%			12.7	%			12.7	%			13.0	%			13.0	%
Common equity Tier 1 capital (to risk weighted assets)			11.8	%			12.0	%			12.2	%			12.5	%			12.5	%
Tier 1 capital (to risk weighted assets)			11.8	%			12.0	%			12.2	%			12.5	%			12.5	%
Tier 1 capital (to average assets)			8.4	%			8.3	%			8.7	%			8.7	%			8.7	%

 

Asset Quality		2023 4th Qtr.				2023 3rd Qtr.				2023 2nd Qtr.				2023 1st Qtr.				2022 4th Qtr.
(in thousands)
Net loan charge-offs (recoveries)		$	120			$	148			$	67			$	28			$	(12)
Annualized net loan charge-offs (recoveries) to average loans			0.04	%			0.05	%			0.02	%			0.01	%			0.00	%
Allowance for loan losses		$	15,685			$	14,872			$	14,582			$	15,065			$	7,619
Unfunded commitment liability		$	2,160			$	2,718			$	3,156			$	2,991			$	-
Allowance to loans (excludes held for sale)			1.11	%			1.14	%			1.15	%			1.24	%			0.64	%
Total funds reserved to pay for loans (includes liability for unfunded commitments and excludes held for sale)			1.27	%			1.34	%			1.40	%			1.49	%			0.64	%
Non-Accruing loans		$	1,723			$	1,670			$	1,581			$	1,596			$	1,263
Nonperforming loans (includes OREO)		$	1,845			$	1,792			$	1,847			$	1,726			$	2,666
Nonperforming loans to total loans (excludes held for sale)			0.13	%			0.14	%			0.15	%			0.14	%			0.22	%
Nonperforming assets to total assets			0.07	%			0.07	%			0.07	%			0.07	%			0.11	%

 

	Three Months Ended December 31,
	2023												2022
(Dollars in thousands)	Average												Average
	Balance				Interest				Rate				Balance				Interest				Rate
Assets:
Loans (1)(3)(4)(5)(6)	$	1,359,643			$	19,782				5.77		%	$	1,169,605			$	14,407				4.89		%
Taxable securities (2)(6)		726,335				5,532				3.02				771,878				4,582				2.36
Nontaxable securities (1)		292,883				1,753				2.37				300,716				1,880				2.48
Other		92,635				1,284				5.50				14,809				177				4.73
Interest-earning assets		2,471,496				28,350				4.55				2,257,008				21,045				3.70
Noninterest-earning assets		118,045												116,843
Total assets	$	2,589,541											$	2,373,851
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity:
Interest-bearing demand deposits	$	864,689			$	3,667				1.68		%	$	852,886			$	1,480				0.69		%
Savings deposits		343,766				530				0.61				442,861				226				0.20
Certificates of deposit		357,038				3,812				4.24				226,359				795				1.39
Brokered deposit		32,541				413				5.03				404				3				2.51
Borrowings		185,707				2,221				4.75				36,773				374				4.03
Subordinated debentures		35,474				414				4.63				35,230				391				4.41
Other		25,729				349				5.38				-				-				-
Interest-bearing liabilities		1,844,944				11,405				2.45				1,594,513				3,268				0.81
Demand deposits		546,778												605,318
Other noninterest-bearing liabilities		10,720												13,736
Total liabilities		2,402,442												2,213,567
Shareholders' equity		187,099												160,284
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity	$	2,589,541											$	2,373,851
Net interest income (tax-equivalent basis) (Non-GAAP) (1)					$	16,945											$	17,777
Net interest margin (tax-equivalent basis) (Non-GAAP) (1)										2.72		%										3.12		%
Reconciliation to Reported Net Interest Income
Net interest income (tax-equivalent basis) (Non-GAAP) (1)					$	16,945											$	17,777
Adjustment for taxable equivalent interest						(390)												(411)
Net interest income  (GAAP)					$	16,555											$	17,366
Net interest margin (GAAP)										2.66		%										3.05		%

(1)	Adjusted to a fully tax-equivalent basis to facilitate comparison to the taxable interest-earning assets. The adjustment uses an incremental tax rate of 21%.  The presentation of these measures on a tax-equivalent basis is not in accordance with GAAP, but is customary in the banking industry.  These non-GAAP measures ensure comparability with respect to both taxable and tax-exempt loans and securities.
(2)	Taxable securities include dividend income from Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank stock.
(3)	Loans include both loans to other financial institutions and loans held for sale.
(4)	Non-accruing loan balances are included in the balances of average loans.  Non-accruing loan average balances were $1.7 million and $1.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 and 2022, respectively.
(5)	Interest on loans included net origination fees and accretion income.  Accretion income was $447,000 and $378,000 in the fourth quarter of 2023 and 2022, respectively.
(6)	Interest on loans and securities included derivative income and expense.  Derivative income in securities was $916,000 and derivative expense in securities was $9,000 in the fourth quarter of 2023 and 2022, respectively.  Derivative expense in loan interest income was $673,000 and $459,000 in the fourth quarter of 2023 and 2022, respectively.

 

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FAQ

What is the net income for ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. for the quarter ended December 31, 2023?

The net income for the quarter ended December 31, 2023, was $5,293,000.

What is the core loan growth during the fourth quarter of 2023?

Core loans grew by $105.2 million during the fourth quarter of 2023.

What is the percentage of nonperforming loans to total loans as of December 31, 2023?

The percentage of nonperforming loans to total loans was 0.1% as of December 31, 2023.

What is the total shareholders' equity as of December 31, 2023?

The total shareholders' equity was $195.6 million as of December 31, 2023.

What caused the decrease in deposits as of December 31, 2023?

The decrease in deposits was largely due to customers using cash on hand for debt payoffs, seasonal tax and municipal bond payments, and customers seeking higher rates in money market securities or other investments.