CW Bancorp Reports Q3 2021 EPS $0.99 up 83% and ROTE of 20.03%

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CW Bancorp (CWBK) reported a strong financial performance for Q3 2021, with net income rising 81% to $3,576,000, equating to $0.99 per share. Year-to-date net income reached $10,204,000, a 148% increase year-on-year. Key metrics included a return on assets (ROA) of 1.12% and a return on tangible equity (ROTE) of 20.03%. Total assets surged 41% to $1.32 billion, while noninterest-bearing deposits rose 41%. Despite a decline in total loans by $11 million, loans net of PPP increased 17%. The efficiency ratio improved to 44.91%. CWBK's capital ratios remain well above regulatory requirements.

Positive

• Net income for Q3 2021 increased by 81% to $3,576,000.
• Earnings per share (EPS) rose 83% to $0.99.
• Year-to-date net income climbed 148% to $10,204,000.
• Total assets grew by 41% to $1.32 billion.
• Noninterest income surged 28% for Q3 2021.
• Efficiency ratio improved to 44.91%, reflecting better cost management.

Negative

• Total loans decreased by $11 million or 2% year-on-year.
• Net interest margin dropped from 2.91% in 2020 to 2.28% in 2021.

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CW Bancorp (OTCQX: CWBK), the parent company (“the Company”) of CommerceWest Bank (the “Bank”), reported consolidated net income for the third quarter of 2021 of $3,576,000 or $0.99 a share as compared to $1,975,000 or $0.54 a share for the third quarter of 2020, an EPS increase of 83%. Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 was $10,204,000 or $2.80 a share as compared to $4,115,000 or $1.12 a share for the nine months ended September 30, 2020, an EPS increase of 150%.

Key Financial Results for the three months ended September 30, 2021:

• Net income growth of 81%
• EPS of $0.99 up 83%
• ROA of 1.12% up 30.09%
• ROTE of 20.03% up 59.85%
• Total asset growth up 41%
• Total loans excluding PPP loans up 17%
• Noninterest bearing deposit growth up 41%
• Efficiency ratio of 44.91%
• Noninterest income up 28%
• 47 quarters of consecutive profits

Key Financial Results for the nine months ended September 30, 2021:

• Net income growth of 148%
• EPS of $2.80 up 150%
• ROA of 1.14% up 60.14%
• ROTE of 19.96% up 125.78%
• Efficiency ratio of 44.47%
• Cost of deposit of 0.10% down 67.15%
• Zero nonperforming loans
• ALLL to total loans ratio (net of PPP loans) of 1.74%
• Noninterest-bearing deposits as percent of total deposits at 55%

Mr. Ivo Tjan, Chairman and CEO, said, “The Company had another solid quarter with net income up 81% for the quarter and up 148% year to date. Return on tangible equity was 20.03% for the quarter and 19.96% year to date. Our results demonstrate that if you focus on the right business model and execute on lowering your efficiency ratio, your profitability can improve even with a zero interest rate environment. We have a strong pipeline entering the 4^th quarter and plan to continue to take market share in California.”

Total assets increased $386 million as of September 30, 2021, an increase of 41% as compared to the same period one year ago. Total loans decreased $11 million as of September 30, 2021, a decrease of 2% over the prior year. Total loans net of PPP loans increased $76 million as of September 30, 2021, an increase of 17%. Cash and due from banks increased $301 million or 126% from the prior year. Total investment securities increased $85 million, an increase of 119% from the prior year.

Total deposits increased $339 million as of September 30, 2021, an increase of 39% from September 30, 2020. Non-interest-bearing deposits increased $191 million as of September 30, 2021, an increase of 41% over the prior year. Interest bearing deposits increased $148.7 million as of September 30, 2021, an increase of 37% over the prior period.

Interest income was $7,379,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2021 as compared to $6,656,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2020, an increase of 11%. Interest income was $22,096,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 as compared to $19,475,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2020, an increase of 13%. Interest expense was $525,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2021 as compared to $361,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2020, an increase of 45%. Interest expense was $1,480,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 as compared to $1,560,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2020, a decrease of 5%.

Net interest income for the three months ended September 30, 2021 was $6,854,000 as compared to $6,295,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2020, an increase of 9%. The net interest margin decreased for the three months ended September 30, 2021. It decreased from 2.91% in 2020 to 2.28% in 2021, a decrease of 21.65%, largely due to PPP loans which are earning 1.00% interest. Net interest income for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 was $20,616,000 as compared to $17,915,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2020, an increase of 15%. The net interest margin decreased for the nine months ended September 30, 2021. It decreased from 3.28% in 2020 to 2.43% in 2021, a decrease of 25.81%.

There was no provision for loan losses for the three months ended September 30, 2021 compared to $1,250,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2020, a decrease of 100%. The allowance for loan losses (net of PPP loans) to total loans ratio decreased from 1.89% as of September 30, 2020 to 1.74% as of September 30, 2021, a decrease of 8%.

Non-interest income for the three months ended September 30, 2021 was $1,490,000 compared to $1,161,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 28%. Non-interest income for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 was $3,880,000 compared to $3,232,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 20%.

Non-interest expense for the three months ended September 30, 2021 was $3,778,000 compared to $3,492,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 8%. Non-interest expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 was $10,988.000 compared to $10,038,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 9%.

The efficiency ratio for the three months ended September 30, 2021 was 44.91% compared to 46.35% in 2020, which represents a decrease of 3.10%. The efficiency ratio illustrates that for every dollar made for the three-month period ending September 30, 2021, it cost $0.4491 to make it, as compared to $0.4635 one year ago. The Bank’s efficiency ratio for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 was 44.47% compared to 46.91% in 2020, which represents a decrease of 5.21%.

Capital ratios for the Bank remain above the levels required for a “well capitalized” institution as designated by regulatory agencies. As of September 30, 2021, the tier 1 leverage ratio was 7.57%, the common equity tier 1 capital ratio was 15.38%, the tier 1 risk-based capital ratio was 15.38% and the total risk-based capital ratio was 16.63%.

CommerceWest Bank is determined to redefine banking for small and medium sized businesses by delivering on customized products and services. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the Bank serves businesses throughout the state of California with our digital banking platform. By employing a strategically selected team of experienced professionals, we will provide flexibility, create a complete, safe and sound banking experience for each client. We provide a wide range of commercial banking services, including remote deposit solution, NetBanker online banking, mobile banking, lines of credit, M&A / working capital loans, commercial real estate loans, SBA loans and treasury management services.

Mission Statement: CommerceWest Bank will create a complete banking experience for each client, catering to businesses and their specific banking needs, while accommodating our clients and providing them high-quality, low stress and personally tailored banking and financial services.

Please visit www.cwbk.com to learn more about the bank. “BANK ON THE DIFFERENCE”

Statements concerning future performance, developments or events, expectations for growth and income forecasts, and any other guidance on future periods, constitute forward-looking statements that are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from stated expectations. Specific factors include, but are not limited to, loan production, balance sheet management, expanded net interest margin, the ability to control costs and expenses, interest rate changes, financial policies of the United States government and general economic conditions. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any such factors or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained in this release to reflect future events or developments.

THIRD QUARTER REPORT - SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 (Unaudited)
										%
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET										Increase
(dollars in thousands)		September 30, 2021				September 30, 2020				(Decrease)
ASSETS
Cash and due from banks		$	539,932			$	238,537			126%
Securities available for sale			131,085				71,899			82%
Securities held-to-maturity			26,272				-			100%
Loans			603,987				614,432			-2%
Less allowance for loan losses			(9,185	)			(8,543	)		8%
Loans, net			594,802				605,889			-2%
Bank premises and equipment, net			5,941				562			957%
Other assets			25,260				20,854			21%
Total assets		$	1,323,292			$	937,741			41%
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Non-interest bearing deposits		$	656,849			$	466,301			41%
Interest bearing deposits			548,123				399,420			37%
Total deposits			1,204,972				865,721			39%
Subordinated debenture			32,500				-			100%
Other liabilities			12,258				6,385			92%
			1,249,730				872,106			43%
Stockholders' equity			73,562				65,635			12%
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity		$	1,323,292			$	937,741			41%
Shares outstanding at end of period			3,497,111				3,531,996
Book value per share		$	20.40			$	17.70
Total loans to total deposits			51.12	%			70.97	%
ALLL to total loans (net of PPP loans)			1.74	%			1.89	%
Nonperforming assets (non-accrual loans & OREO)		$	-			$	-
COMMERCEWEST BANK CAPITAL RATIOS:
Tier 1 leverage ratio			7.57	%			6.53	%
Common equity tier 1 capital ratio			15.38	%			11.44	%
Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio			15.38	%			11.44	%
Total risk-based capital ratio			16.63	%			12.69	%

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME (Unaudited) (dollars in thousands except share and per share data)		Three Months Ended								Increase		Nine Months Ended								Increase
		Sept 30, 2021				Sept 30, 2020				(Decrease)		Sept 30, 2021				Sept 30, 2020				(Decrease)
INTEREST INCOME
Loans		$	6,444			$	5,944			8%		$	19,631			$	17,454			12%
Investments			613				450			36%			1,573				1,382			14%
Fed funds sold and other			322				262			23%			892				639			40%
Total interest income			7,379				6,656			11%			22,096				19,475			13%
INTEREST EXPENSE
Deposits			224				361			-38%			806				1,556			-48%
Subordinated debenture			301				-			100%			674				-			100%
Other borrowings			-				-			-			-				4			-100%
Total interest expense			525				361			45%			1,480				1,560			-5%
NET INTEREST INCOME BEFORE LOAN LOSS PROVISION			6,854				6,295			9%			20,616				17,915			15%
PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES			-				1,250			-100%			-				5,843			-100%
NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER LOAN LOSS PROVISION			6,854				5,045			36%			20,616				12,072			71%
NON-INTEREST INCOME			1,490				1,161			28%			3,880				3,232			20%
NON-INTEREST EXPENSE			3,778				3,492			8%			10,988				10,038			9%
EARNINGS BEFORE INCOME TAXES			4,566				2,714			68%			13,508				5,266			157%
INCOME TAXES			990				739			34%			3,304				1,151			187%
NET INCOME		$	3,576			$	1,975			81%		$	10,204			$	4,115			148%
Basic earnings per share		$	1.02			$	0.56			82%		$	2.89			$	1.15			152%
Diluted earnings per share		$	0.99			$	0.54			83%		$	2.80			$	1.12			150%
Return on Assets			1.12	%			0.86	%		30.09%			1.14	%			0.71	%		60.14%
Return on Equity			19.20	%			11.99	%		60.13%			19.10	%			8.42	%		126.88%
Return on Tangible Equity			20.03	%			12.53	%		59.85%			19.96	%			8.84	%		125.78%
Efficiency Ratio			44.91	%			46.35	%		-3.10%			44.47	%			46.91	%		-5.21%
Cost of Deposits			0.08	%			0.17	%		-52.94%			0.10	%			0.30	%		-67.15%
Net Interest Margin			2.28	%			2.91	%		-21.65%			2.43	%			3.28	%		-25.81%

 

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Bancorp Contact

Mr. Ivo A. Tjan, CEO

Ms. Leeann Cochran, CFO

Telephone: (866) 521-CWBK

E-mail: InvestorRelations@cwbk.com

Website: www.cwbk.com

"Bank on the Difference"

Source: CW Bancorp

FAQ

What were CW Bancorp's earnings for Q3 2021?

CW Bancorp reported earnings of $3,576,000 for Q3 2021, an increase of 81%.

How much did CW Bancorp's net income increase year-to-date for 2021?

Year-to-date net income for CW Bancorp increased by 148% to $10,204,000.

What is the stock symbol for CW Bancorp?

The stock symbol for CW Bancorp is CWBK.

What was the efficiency ratio for CW Bancorp in Q3 2021?

The efficiency ratio for CW Bancorp in Q3 2021 improved to 44.91%.

How have total assets changed for CW Bancorp as of September 30, 2021?

Total assets for CW Bancorp increased by 41% to $1.32 billion as of September 30, 2021.