First Northwest Bancorp - FNWB STOCK NEWS

First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB) has announced an agreement to acquire Sterling Bank and Trust's Bellevue, Washington branch, pending regulatory approval. The deal involves the purchase of approximately $77.7 million in deposits and the acquisition of property assets. Expected to close by the end of Q2 2021, this acquisition aims to strengthen First Fed's presence in the King County market. CEO Matt Deines expressed excitement about expanding the company’s footprint and welcoming new team members.

First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) reported a 72% increase in net income for Q4 2020, totaling $3.8 million, or $0.41 per diluted share. For the fiscal year, net income rose 14.7% to a record $10.3 million. The bank experienced significant loan growth of 30% year-over-year, reaching $1.14 billion, alongside a 33.1% increase in deposits to $1.33 billion. The Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.06 per share, payable on February 26, 2021. The bank actively supported customers through COVID-19 with PPP loans totaling $32.2 million and a successful participation in the Main Street Lending Program.

First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB) announced the appointment of Jennifer Bolton as Senior Vice President and Sr. Director of Digital Marketing at First Federal Savings and Loan Association. Bolton, boasting over 25 years of marketing experience, aims to enhance digital initiatives to drive growth. Despite a challenging year, the company has achieved strong results, allowing for investment in team expansion. The appointment is viewed as a strategic move to strengthen First Federal's market position and customer engagement.

First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) reported a significant net income increase of 86.0% to $3.7 million for Q3 2020, translating to $0.40 per diluted share, up from $2.0 million or $0.21 per share in Q2 2020. Year-over-year, net income increased 46.4% from $2.5 million. The bank saw strong growth in loans and deposits, with loan receivables up 7.6% to $1.06 billion. Additionally, the board declared a 20% dividend increase to $0.06 per common share. Asset quality remains solid despite pandemic challenges, with few delinquencies reported.

First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB) announced that its subsidiary, First Federal Bank, was voted Best Bank in Clallam County for the 25th consecutive year in the Peninsula Daily News' 'Best of the Peninsula' poll. Additionally, First Federal was recognized as a finalist for Best Bank in Jefferson County and Best Customer Service in both counties. President Matthew P. Deines attributed the achievement to the bank's commitment to excellent customer service and community engagement.

First Northwest Bancorp announced the appointment of Sherilyn G. Anderson to its Board of Directors, effective September 22, 2020, replacing David Flodstrom, who is retiring. Anderson brings extensive experience in finance, having served as CFO at Glassybaby and held positions in investment banking at Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley. Her academic credentials include an MBA from Harvard and a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Stanford. The company emphasizes the potential positive impact of her expertise on its operations.

First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB) announced the retirement of board member David Flodstrom, effective September 22, 2020. Flodstrom has served on the Board since 2002 and is currently on the Compensation Committees for both the Company and First Federal Savings and Loan Association. President and CEO Matthew P. Deines expressed gratitude for Flodstrom's 18 years of service, highlighting his expertise in management and governance. The Company operates primarily in Western Washington, with 13 banking locations, and is subject to various business risks that could impact future performance.

First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB) corrected a previous press release regarding Andy Pohlman's appointment. He will serve as SVP and Regional Market President starting June 1, 2020, focusing on Retail Banking Strategy in Whatcom and Kitsap Counties and overseeing Investment Services. Pohlman brings extensive experience from his previous role at Peoples Bank, where he improved deposit growth. The company emphasizes its commitment to community leadership in Western Washington through this hire.

First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB) announced the appointment of Andy Pohlman as Regional Market President and Senior VP of Investment Services, effective June 1, 2020. Pohlman will oversee retail banking strategy in Whatcom and Kitsap Counties. His experience includes leading deposit growth at Peoples Bank. The company aims to strengthen its community presence in Western Washington. The announcement includes a forward-looking statement warning of risks that may impact future performance, including competitive pressures and regulatory changes.