Marquette National Corporation Reports Record Annual Earnings

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Marquette National Corporation (MNAT) reported a net income of $23.8 million for 2020, marking a 51% increase from $15.7 million in 2019. Earnings per share rose to $5.41, a 52% increase year-over-year. The company also achieved a 17.5% return on average tangible equity, up from 13.0% in 2019. Total assets grew 15% to $1.921 billion, while total loans and deposits increased by 2% and 15%, respectively, reflecting solid performance driven by higher equity portfolio appreciation and increased mortgage banking revenue.

Positive

• Net income increased by $8.1 million, or 51%, to $23.8 million.
• Earnings per share rose by 52% to $5.41.
• Return on average tangible equity improved to 17.5% from 13.0%.
• Total assets increased by $251 million, or 15%, to $1.921 billion.
• Total deposits grew by $200 million, or 15%, to $1.574 billion.

Negative

• Total loans only increased by $23 million, or 2%, indicating slower loan growth.

CHICAGO, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Marquette National Corporation (OTCQX: MNAT) today reported net income of $23.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2020, which was a $8.1 million, or a 51% increase over the $15.7 million earned in 2019. Earnings per common share for the year increased 52% to $5.41, as compared to $3.56 for the year ended December 31, 2019. The Company's 2020 return on average tangible equity was 17.5% compared to 13.0% in the prior year.

Total assets increased by $251 million, or 15%, to $1.921 billion at December 31, 2020, as compared to $1.670 billion as of December 31, 2019. Total loans increased by $23 million, or 2%, to $1.225 billion as compared to $1.202 billion at the end of the prior year. Total deposits increased by $200 million, or 15%, to $1.574 billion as compared to $1.374 billion at the end of 2019.

"Higher appreciation of the Company's equity portfolio in 2020 and an increase in mortgage banking revenue were the primary reasons for the increase in consolidated earnings for the year," said Paul M. McCarthy, Chairman & CEO.

For further information on the current financial results, see the consolidated financial statements that are available at https://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/MNAT/disclosure.

Marquette National Corporation is a diversified financial holding company and the parent of Marquette Bank, a full-service, community bank that serves the financial needs of communities in Chicagoland. The Bank has 20 branches located in Chicago, Bolingbrook, Bridgeview, Evergreen Park, Hickory Hills, Lemont, New Lenox, Oak Forest, Oak Lawn, Orland Park, Romeoville and Summit, Illinois.

Special Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This document contains, and future oral and written statements of the Company and its management may contain, forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business of the Company.  Forward-looking statements, which may be based upon beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the Company's management and on information currently available to management, are generally identifiable by the use of words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "intend," "estimate," "may," "will," "would," "could," "should" or other similar expressions.  A number of factors, many of which are beyond the ability of the Company to control or predict, could cause actual results to differ materially from those in its forward-looking statements.  These factors include, among others, the following: (i) the strength of the local and national economy; (ii) the economic impact of any future terrorist threats and attacks, and the response of the United States to any such threats and attacks; (iii) changes in state and federal laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning the Company's general business, including Basel III, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and the regulations issued thereunder; (iv) changes in interest rates and prepayment rates of the Company's assets; (v) increased competition in the financial services sector and the inability to attract new customers; (vi) changes in technology and the ability to develop and maintain secure and reliable electronic systems; (vii) the loss of key executives or employees; (viii) changes in consumer spending; (ix) unexpected outcomes of existing or new litigation involving the Company; and (x) changes in accounting policies and practices.  These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements.  Additionally, all statements in this document, including forward-looking statements, speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any statement in light of new information or future events.

For more information:
Paul Eckroth
EVP & CFO
708-364-9011          
peckroth@emarquettebank.com 

 

Marquette National Corporation and Subsidiaries
Financial Highlights
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
Balance Sheet
					12/31/20		12/31/19				Percent Change
	Total assets				$1,921,322		$1,670,029				15%
	Total loans, net				1,210,463		1,188,297				2%
	Total deposits				1,573,794		1,373,954				15%
	Total stockholders' equity				184,035		163,477				13%
	Shares outstanding				4,394,574		4,419,114				-1%
	Book value per share				$41.88		$36.99				13%
	Tangible book value per share				$33.83		$28.99				17%
Operating Results
					Year Ended December 31,						Percent Change
					2020		2019
	Net Interest Income				$51,479		$49,234				5%
	Provision for loan losses				1,809		1,640				10%
	Realized securities gains, net				2,911		798				*
	Unrealized holding gains on equity securities and ETFs				17,319		8,041				115%
	Other income				19,392		16,879				15%
	Other expense				57,147		51,958				10%
	Income tax expense				8,367		5,637				48%
	Net income				23,778		15,717				51%
	Basic income per share				$5.41		$3.56				52%
	Weighted average shares outstanding				4,399,137		4,419,187				0%
	Cash dividends declared per share				$1.04		$1.00				4%
	Comprehensive income				$25,899		$18,739				38%
	*   Not meaningful

 

 

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FAQ

What was Marquette National Corporation's net income for 2020?

Marquette National Corporation reported a net income of $23.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2020.

How much did earnings per share increase for MNAT in 2020?

Earnings per common share increased by 52% to $5.41 for the year 2020.

What was the growth rate of total assets for MNAT in 2020?

Total assets increased by 15% to $1.921 billion as of December 31, 2020.

How did total deposits change for Marquette National Corporation in 2020?

Total deposits grew by $200 million, or 15%, to $1.574 billion in 2020.

What factors contributed to the increase in earnings for MNAT?

The increase in consolidated earnings for MNAT was primarily due to higher appreciation of the equity portfolio and a rise in mortgage banking revenue.