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Meridian Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results and Announces a Quarterly Dividend of $0.125 per Common Share

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Meridian (Nasdaq: MRBK) reported Q2 2024 results with net income of $3.3 million, up 24.3% from Q1. Diluted earnings per share reached $0.30. Key highlights include:

- Commercial loans grew 3% for the quarter and 8% year-over-year
- Total assets increased to $2.4 billion
- Pre-tax, pre-provision income was $7.1 million
- Net interest margin was 3.06% with a loan yield of 7.31%
- Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share

CEO Christopher J. Annas noted strong loan growth, particularly in residential and multi-family real estate, amid market disruption. The company continues to gain market share in the Philadelphia metro region despite rate challenges.

Meridian (Nasdaq: MRBK) ha riportato i risultati del Q2 2024 con un reddito netto di 3,3 milioni di dollari, in aumento del 24,3% rispetto al Q1. Utili per azione diluiti hanno raggiunto i $0,30. I principali punti salienti includono:

- I prestiti commerciali sono aumentati del 3% nel trimestre e dell'8% su base annua
- I totali attivi sono aumentati a 2,4 miliardi di dollari
- Il reddito ante imposte e accantonamenti è stato di 7,1 milioni di dollari
- Il margine di interessi netto è stato del 3,06% con un rendimento sui prestiti del 7,31%
- Il Consiglio ha dichiarato un dividendo in contante trimestrale di 0,125 dollari per azione

Il CEO Christopher J. Annas ha sottolineato la forte crescita dei prestiti, in particolare nel settore residenziale e multi-familiare, nonostante le perturbazioni del mercato. L'azienda continua a guadagnare quote di mercato nella regione metropolitana di Filadelfia nonostante le sfide sui tassi.

Meridian (Nasdaq: MRBK) reportó resultados del Q2 2024 con un ingreso neto de 3.3 millones de dólares, un aumento del 24.3% con respecto al Q1. Utilidad por acción diluida alcanzó los $0.30. Los aspectos destacados incluyen:

- Los préstamos comerciales crecieron un 3% en el trimestre y un 8% interanual
- Los activos totales aumentaron a 2.4 mil millones de dólares
- El ingreso antes de impuestos y provisiones fue de 7.1 millones de dólares
- El margen de interés neto fue del 3.06% con un rendimiento de préstamos del 7.31%
- La Junta declaró un dividendo en efectivo trimestral de 0.125 dólares por acción

El CEO Christopher J. Annas destacó el fuerte crecimiento de los préstamos, especialmente en bienes raíces residenciales y multifamiliares, en medio de la disrupción del mercado. La empresa continúa ganando cuota de mercado en la región metropolitana de Filadelfia a pesar de los desafíos en las tasas.

Meridian (Nasdaq: MRBK)는 Q2 2024 결과를 보고하며 순이익이 330만 달러로 Q1 대비 24.3% 증가했다고 발표했습니다. 희석 주당 순이익은 $0.30에 도달했습니다. 주요 하이라이트는 다음과 같습니다:

- 상업 대출이 분기 동안 3% 증가하고 연간 8% 증가했습니다
- 총 자산이 24억 달러로 증가했습니다
- 세금 전, 충당금 전 수익은 710만 달러였습니다
- 순 이자 마진은 3.06%, 대출 수익률은 7.31%였습니다
- 이사회는 주당 0.125달러의 분기 현금 배당금을 선언했습니다

CEO Christopher J. Annas는 특히 주거 및 다가구 부동산에서 대출이 강하게 성장하고 있다고 언급했습니다. 이 회사는 금리 문제에도 불구하고 필라델피아 대도시 지역에서 시장 점유율을 계속 확대하고 있습니다.

Meridian (Nasdaq: MRBK) a rapporté les résultats du Q2 2024 avec un revenu net de 3,3 millions de dollars, en hausse de 24,3% par rapport au Q1. Bénéfice dilué par action a atteint 0,30 $. Les points forts incluent :

- Prêts commerciaux en hausse de 3% sur le trimestre et de 8% par rapport à l'année précédente
- Actifs totaux augmentés à 2,4 milliards de dollars
- Revenu avant impôts et provisions de 7,1 millions de dollars
- Marge d'intérêt nette de 3,06% avec un rendement des prêts de 7,31%
- Le Conseil a déclaré un dividende en espèces trimestriel de 0,125 dollar par action

Le PDG Christopher J. Annas a noté une forte croissance des prêts, en particulier dans le secteur résidentiel et multifamilial, malgré les perturbations du marché. L'entreprise continue de gagner des parts de marché dans la région métropolitaine de Philadelphie malgré les défis liés aux taux.

Meridian (Nasdaq: MRBK) berichtete über die Ergebnisse des Q2 2024 mit einem Nettoergebnis von 3,3 Millionen Dollar, was einem Anstieg von 24,3% im Vergleich zum Q1 entspricht. Diluted Earnings per Share betrugen 0,30 $. Zu den wichtigsten Highlights gehören:

- Privatkredite wuchsen um 3% im Quartal und um 8% im Jahresvergleich
- Gesamtvermögen erhöhte sich auf 2,4 Milliarden Dollar
- Ertrag vor Steuern und Vorausleistungen betrug 7,1 Millionen Dollar
- Nettozinsspanne betrug 3,06% mit einer Kreditertragsrate von 7,31%
- Der Vorstand erklärte eine vierteljährliche Bardividende von 0,125 Dollar pro Aktie

CEO Christopher J. Annas hob das starke Kreditwachstum hervor, insbesondere im Bereich Wohn- und Mehrfamilienimmobilien, trotz der Marktdisruption. Das Unternehmen gewinnt weiterhin Marktanteile in der Metropolregion Philadelphia, trotz der Herausforderungen durch die Zinssätze.

Positive
  • Net income increased 24.3% quarter-over-quarter to $3.3 million
  • Commercial loans grew 3% for the quarter and 8% year-over-year
  • Total assets increased to $2.4 billion
  • Pre-tax, pre-provision income was $7.1 million
  • Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share
  • Strong loan growth in residential and multi-family real estate
  • Gaining market share in the Philadelphia metro region
Negative
  • Net interest margin decreased 3 basis points to 3.06%
  • Non-performing assets at $37.6 million, with non-performing loans to total loans ratio at 1.84%
  • Net charge-offs increased to $4.1 million for Q2 2024, up from $2.3 million in Q1

Insights

Meridian 's Q2 2024 results show a mixed performance with some positive trends and areas of concern. Net income increased by 24.3% quarter-over-quarter to $3.3 million, or $0.30 per diluted share. This improvement was driven by higher net interest income and a seasonal uptick in mortgage banking income.

Key positives include:

  • Commercial loan growth of 3% for the quarter and 8% year-over-year
  • Total assets increased to $2.4 billion, up from $2.3 billion in the previous quarter
  • Pre-tax, pre-provision income rose to $7.1 million
  • Net interest margin held steady at 3.06%

However, there are some concerns:

  • The allowance for credit losses ratio decreased to 1.10% from 1.19% in the previous quarter
  • Net charge-offs increased to 0.20% of average loans, up from 0.12%
  • Non-performing assets, while slightly decreased, remain elevated at 1.68% of total assets

The bank's focus on commercial and real estate lending in the Philadelphia metro area appears to be paying off, but the increase in charge-offs and still-high non-performing assets warrant close monitoring. The steady net interest margin in a challenging rate environment is commendable, but pressure on this metric may continue as deposit costs rise.

Meridian 's Q2 2024 results reflect the broader trends in the banking sector, particularly for regional banks. The Philadelphia metro region's robust real estate market is a key driver for Meridian's growth, aligning with the national housing shortage mentioned by DR Horton.

Notable market insights:

  • The continued shortage of homes for sale in Meridian's region suggests sustained demand for mortgage and construction lending
  • The bank's market share gains amid industry disruption indicate potential for further growth
  • The shift towards higher-yield time deposits (1.6% increase) mirrors the industry-wide trend of depositors seeking better returns
  • The 49.1% increase in mortgage banking income suggests a resilient housing market despite high interest rates

However, investors should consider:

  • The potential impact of private equity's significant ownership of homes on the local real estate market dynamics
  • The bank's exposure to commercial real estate in a potentially softening market
  • The competitive pressure on deposits, as evidenced by the 14 basis point increase in deposit costs

Meridian's performance relative to its peer group and its ability to navigate the challenging interest rate environment will be important factors for investors to watch in the coming quarters.

From a legal and regulatory perspective, Meridian 's Q2 2024 results highlight several key points:

  • The bank maintains a Community Bank Leverage Ratio of 9.33%, which is above the regulatory minimum, indicating adequate capitalization
  • The increase in net charge-offs and non-performing assets, while not alarming, may attract regulatory attention if the trend continues
  • The decrease in the allowance for credit losses ratio from 1.19% to 1.10% could be scrutinized by regulators, especially given the increase in charge-offs
  • The bank's focus on commercial and real estate lending in a specific geographic area (Philadelphia metro) may raise concentration risk concerns from a regulatory standpoint

Meridian's management should be prepared to address these points in regulatory examinations and ensure robust risk management practices are in place. The bank's ability to maintain strong capital ratios while growing its loan portfolio will be important from a regulatory compliance perspective.

Additionally, the bank's dividend declaration of $0.125 per share appears to be in line with regulatory expectations for capital distribution. However, management should continue to assess the appropriateness of dividend levels in light of earnings, asset quality trends and capital needs.

Overall, while there are no immediate legal red flags, the bank should remain vigilant in its risk management and regulatory compliance efforts, particularly in areas of credit quality and concentration risk.

MALVERN, Pa., July 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meridian Corporation (Nasdaq: MRBK) today reported:

 Three Months Ended
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)((Unaudited)June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 June 30,
2023
Income:      
Net income$3,326 $2,676 $4,645
Diluted earnings per common share$0.30 $0.24 $0.41
Pre-tax, pre-provision income (1)$7,072 $6,419 $6,607
(1) See Non-GAAP reconciliation in the Appendix     
  • Commercial loans, excluding leases, increased $40.7 million, or 3%, for the quarter and $112.3 million, or 8%, year over year.
  • Total assets at June 30, 2024 were $2.4 billion, compared to $2.3 billion at March 31, 2024 and $2.2 billion at June 30, 2023.
  • Pre-tax, pre-provision income was $7.1 million for the quarter, with $545 thousand from the mortgage division.
  • Net interest margin was 3.06% for the second quarter of 2024, with a loan yield of 7.31%.
  • On July 25, 2024, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per common share, payable August 19, 2024 to shareholders of record as of August 12, 2024.

Christopher J. Annas, Chairman and CEO commented:

“Our second quarter earnings showed significant improvement from the first quarter, increasing by 24.3% to $3.3 million, or $0.30 per share. Key highlights include a steady net interest margin at 3.06% for the quarter and a quarterly profit in our mortgage segment. Total loan growth in the first half was 6.5% as we continue to bring on new relationships and take advantage of market disruption. Real estate loan growth is particularly strong in residential and multi-family, which are both in high demand.

The Philadelphia metro region remains healthy, with a continued shortage of homes for sale. A recent comment from DR Horton highlighted that the US needs 5 million more homes nationally to meet demand, a deficiency that is evident in our region. Private equity’s significant ownership and rental of homes nationally contributes to this problem. Despite these challenges our volume has improved from 2023, and if rates come down the demand could strengthen.

Meridian continues to gain market share in our region. While navigating the rate rise has presented some obstacles, our core businesses remain healthy. We are excited about our prospects and the generally stable economic landscape.”   

Select Condensed Financial Information

 As of or for the quarter ended (Unaudited)
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
 (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)
Income:         
Net income$3,326  $2,676  $571  $4,005  $4,645 
Basic earnings per common share 0.30   0.24   0.05   0.36   0.42 
Diluted earnings per common share 0.30   0.24   0.05   0.35   0.41 
Net interest income 16,846   16,609   16,942   17,224   17,098 
          
Balance Sheet:         
Total assets$2,351,584  $2,292,923  $2,246,193  $2,230,971  $2,206,877 
Loans, net of fees and costs 1,988,535   1,956,315   1,895,806   1,885,629   1,859,839 
Total deposits 1,915,436   1,900,696   1,823,462   1,808,645   1,782,605 
Non-interest bearing deposits 224,040   220,581   239,289   244,668   269,174 
Stockholders' equity 162,382   159,936   158,022   155,114   153,962 
          
Balance Sheet Average Balances:         
Total assets$2,319,295  $2,269,047  $2,219,340  $2,184,384  $2,166,575 
Total interest earning assets 2,222,177   2,173,212   2,121,068   2,086,602   2,070,640 
Loans, net of fees and costs 1,972,740   1,944,187   1,891,170   1,876,648   1,847,736 
Total deposits 1,919,954   1,823,523   1,820,532   1,782,140   1,775,444 
Non-interest bearing deposits 229,040   233,255   254,025   253,485   266,675 
Stockholders' equity 162,119   159,822   157,210   156,271   154,183 
          
Performance Ratios (Annualized):         
Return on average assets 0.58%  0.47%  0.10%  0.73%  0.86%
Return on average equity 8.25%  6.73%  1.44%  10.17%  12.08%
                    

Income Statement - Second Quarter 2024 Compared to First Quarter 2024

Net income for the second quarter increased $650 thousand, or 24.3%, to $3.3 million mainly due to a seasonal increase in net operating income from the mortgage division, as well as increased net interest income and lower quarterly provision for credit losses. Net interest income increased $237 thousand, or 1.4%, on a tax equivalent basis, as commercial loan fees of $238 thousand boosted overall interest income and out-paced the increase in interest expense. Non-interest income increased $1.3 million or 15.8%, reflecting the improved level of mortgage banking income. Non-interest expense increased $844 thousand, or 4.6%, due primarily to an increase in salaries and benefits expense, loan expenses and advertising and promotion. These increases were partially offset by a decrease in professional fees. Detailed explanations of the major categories of income and expense follow below.

Net Interest income

The rate/volume analysis table below analyzes dollar changes in the components of interest income and interest expense as they relate to the change in balances (volume) and the change in interest rates (rate) of tax-equivalent net interest income for the periods indicated and allocated by rate and volume. Changes in interest income and/or expense related to changes attributable to both volume and rate have been allocated proportionately based on the relationship of the absolute dollar amount of the change in each category.

 Quarter Ended        
(dollars in thousands)June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 $ Change % Change Change due
to rate
 Change due
to volume
Interest income:           
Cash and cash equivalents 331  300 $31  10.3% $(2) $33 
Investment securities - taxable 1,324  1,251  73  5.8%  38   35 
Investment securities - tax exempt (1) 403  405  (2) (0.5)%  5   (7)
Loans held for sale 572  323  249  77.1%  (3)  252 
Loans held for investment (1) 35,916  35,018  898  2.6%  381   517 
Total loans 36,488  35,341  1,147  3.2%  378   769 
Total interest income$38,546 $37,297 $1,249  3.3% $419  $830 
Interest expense:           
Interest-bearing demand deposits$1,279 $1,367 $(88) (6.4)% $(28) $(60)
Money market and savings deposits 8,265  7,855  410  5.2%  284   126 
Time deposits 9,447  8,170  1,277  15.6%  121   1,156 
Total interest - bearing deposits 18,991  17,392  1,599  9.2%  377   1,222 
Borrowings 1,851  2,435  (584) (24.0)%  (20)  (564)
Subordinated debentures 777  779  (2) (0.3)%  (2)   
Total interest expense 21,619  20,606  1,013  4.9%  355   658 
Net interest income differential$16,927 $16,691 $236  1.41% $64  $172 
(1) Reflected on a tax-equivalent basis.          
           

Interest income increased $1.2 million quarter-over-quarter on a tax equivalent basis, driven by the increased levels of average earning assets. Average earning assets increased by $49.0 million contributing $830 thousand to the increase. In addition, the yield on earnings assets increased 8 basis points during the period, which benefited from commercial loan fees.

Average total loans, excluding residential loans for sale, increased $28.5 million resulting in an increase in interest income of $517 thousand. The largest drivers of this increase were commercial, commercial real estate, and small business loans which on a combined basis increased $36.0 million on average, partially offset by a decrease in average leases of $13.2 million. Home equity, residential real estate, consumer and other loans held in portfolio increased on a combined basis $5.9 million on average. The yield on total loans increased 7 basis points and the yield on cash and investments increased 13 basis points on a combined basis.

Total interest expense increased $1.0 million, quarter-over-quarter, due to higher levels of deposits, particularly time deposits. Interest expense on total deposits increased $1.6 million while interest expense on borrowings decreased $584 thousand. Non-interest bearing balances decreased $6.7 million on average, while time deposits increased $94.7 million on average. The cost of deposits increased 14 basis points to 3.98% causing an increase of $377 thousand in interest expense. Interest expense on borrowings decreased $564 thousand due to volume changes as average borrowings decreased $46.0 million for the period, while the cost of borrowings were relatively flat period over period.

Overall the net interest margin decreased 3 basis points to 3.06% as the cost of funds outpaced the increase in yield on earnings assets.

Provision for Credit Losses

The overall provision for credit losses is comprised of expected loan loss recorded for funded loans as well as unfunded loan commitments. The overall expense for the second quarter decreased $186 thousand to $2.7 million, from $2.9 million in the first quarter, with the provision for unfunded loan commitments representing an increase of $34 thousand of the combined provision during the current quarter. The second quarter provision for funded loans of $2.6 million was driven by an increase in overall loan portfolio growth as well as an increase in net charge-offs during the quarter, offset somewhat by a decrease in specific reserves on individually evaluated loans. This decline in the overall provision was also positively impacted by favorable changes in certain portfolio baseline loss rates and some macroeconomic factors underlying the funded loss model.

Non-interest income

The following table presents the components of non-interest income for the periods indicated:

 Quarter Ended    
(Dollars in thousands)June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 $ Change % Change
Mortgage banking income$5,420  $3,634  $1,786  49.1%
Wealth management income 1,444   1,317   127  9.6%
SBA loan income 785   986   (201) (20.4)%
Earnings on investment in life insurance 215   207   8  3.9%
Net change in the fair value of derivative instruments 203   75   128  170.7%
Net change in the fair value of loans held-for-sale (29)  (2)  (27) 1350.0%
Net change in the fair value of loans held-for-investment (24)  (175)  151  (86.3)%
Net loss on hedging activity (63)  (19)  (44) 231.6%
Other 1,293   1,961   (668) (34.1)%
Total non-interest income$9,244  $7,984  $1,260  15.8%
               

Total non-interest income increased $1.3 million, or 15.8%, quarter-over-quarter as mortgage banking income increased $1.8 million, or 49.1%. Mortgage loan sales increased $68.3 million or 52.6% quarter over quarter driving higher gain on sale income at a slightly lower margin. SBA and other income decreased $869 thousand combined due to lower levels of SBA loan sales and other mortgage related fees. SBA loans sold for the quarter-ended June 30, 2024 totaled $12.1 million, down $3.4 million, or 21.7%, compared to the quarter-ended March 31, 2024. The gross margin on SBA sales was 8.8% for the quarter, up from 8.1% for the previous quarter. Contributing to the increased margin on sale was an increase in the average yield on loans sold over the prior quarter.

Non-interest expense

The following table presents the components of non-interest expense for the periods indicated:

 Quarter Ended    
(Dollars in thousands)June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 $ Change % Change
Salaries and employee benefits$11,437 $10,573 $864  8.2%
Occupancy and equipment 1,230  1,233  (3) (0.2)%
Professional fees 1,029  1,498  (469) (31.3)%
Advertising and promotion 989  748  241  32.2%
Data processing and software 1,506  1,532  (26) (1.7)%
Pennsylvania bank shares tax 274  274    %
Other 2,553  2,316  237  10.2%
Total non-interest expense$19,018 $18,174 $844  4.6%
             

Salaries and employee benefits increased $864 thousand overall, with bank and wealth segments combined having increased $80 thousand, and the mortgage segment increased $784 thousand. Mortgage segment salaries, commissions, and employee benefits are impacted by volume and therefore increased as originations increased $85.4 million over the prior quarter.

Professional fees decreased $469 thousand during the current quarter due to lower legal expenses. Advertising and promotion expense increased $241 thousand from the prior quarter as a result of an increase in business development expenses. Other expense increased $237 thousand from the prior quarter due to an increase in employee travel and trainings, combined with an increase in FDIC premiums.

Balance Sheet - June 30, 2024 Compared to March 31, 2024

Total assets increased $58.7 million, or 2.6%, to $2.4 billion as of June 30, 2024 from $2.3 billion at March 31, 2024. This increase was driven by strong loan growth and an increase in investments. Interest-bearing cash increased $1.5 million, or 10.7%, to $15.6 million as of June 30, 2024, from March 31, 2024.

Portfolio loan growth was $33.1 million, or 1.7% quarter-over-quarter. The portfolio growth was generated from commercial & industrial loans which increased $24.3 million, or 7.4%, commercial mortgage loans which increased $11.9 million, or 1.6%, and small business loans which increased $4.9 million despite the sale of $12.1 million in small business loan during the quarter. Lease financings decreased $11.3 million, or 10.3% from March 31, 2024, partially offsetting the above noted loan growth, but this decline was expected as we continue to refocus away from lease originations. Other assets decreased by $10.2 million quarter-over-quarter due to certain SBA loan sales that settled after quarter-end.

Total deposits increased $14.7 million, or 0.8% quarter-over-quarter, due largely to higher levels of certificates of deposits. Time deposits increased $12.5 million, or 1.6%, from largely wholesale efforts, as customers continue to opt for higher rate term deposits. Money market accounts and savings accounts decreased a combined $10.0 million while interest bearing demand deposits increased $8.9 million. Non-interest bearing deposits increased $3.5 million. Overnight borrowings increased $41.5 million, or 28.4% quarter-over-quarter, in support of loan growth, particularly residential mortgage loans available for sale which are up over $25 million seasonally.

Total stockholders’ equity increased by $2.4 million from March 31, 2024, to $162.4 million as of June 30, 2024. Changes to equity for the current quarter included net income of $3.3 million, less dividends paid of $1.4 million, plus an increase of $361 thousand in other comprehensive income as the result of the positive impact that rising interest rates had on the investment portfolio. The Community Bank Leverage Ratio for the Bank was 9.33% at June 30, 2024.

Asset Quality Summary

Non-performing assets decreased $604 thousand to $37.6 million at June 30, 2024 compared to $38.2 million at March 31, 2024. As a result of the decrease, the ratio of non-performing loans to total loans decreased to 1.84% as of June 30, 2024, from 1.93% as of March 31, 2024, and the ratio of non-performing assets to total assets decreased to 1.68% as of June 30, 2024, compared to 1.74% as of March 31, 2024. The changes were primarily the result of charge-offs in addition to principal paydowns of $645 thousand on 2 commercial loans classified as non-performing.

Meridian realized net charge-offs of 0.20% of total average loans for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, compared with 0.12% for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. The level of net charge-offs increased to $4.1 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, compared to net charge-offs of $2.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Second quarter charge-offs were comprised of $1.3 million from small ticket equipment leases which are charged-off after becoming more than 120 days past due, a $1.3 million charge off of 1 commercial loan, and $1.4 million for SBA loans. There were recoveries of $237 thousand, largely related to leases.

The ratio of allowance for credit losses to total loans held for investment, excluding loans at fair value (a non-GAAP measure, see reconciliation in the Appendix), was 1.10% as of June 30, 2024 compared to 1.19% as of March 31, 2024. As of June 30, 2024 there were specific reserves of $7.2 million against individually evaluated loans, a decrease of $1.3 million from $8.5 million in specific reserves as of March 31, 2024. The specific reserve decline over the prior quarter was the result of a drop in both commercial and SBA loan related reserves driven by charge-offs.

About Meridian Corporation

Meridian Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Meridian Corporation, is an innovative community bank serving Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland. Through its 17 offices, including banking branches and mortgage locations, Meridian offers a full suite of financial products and services. Meridian specializes in business and industrial lending, retail and commercial real estate lending, electronic payments, and wealth management solutions through Meridian Wealth Partners. Meridian also offers a broad menu of high-yield depository products supported by robust online and mobile access. For additional information, visit our website at www.meridianbanker.com. Member FDIC.

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In addition to historical information, this press release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include statements with respect to Meridian Corporation’s strategies, goals, beliefs, expectations, estimates, intentions, capital raising efforts, financial condition and results of operations, future performance and business. Statements preceded by, followed by, or that include the words “may,” “could,” “should,” “pro forma,” “looking forward,” “would,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” or similar expressions generally indicate a forward-looking statement. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that are subject to change based on various important factors (some of which, in whole or in part, are beyond Meridian Corporation’s control). Numerous competitive, economic, regulatory, legal and technological factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially include, without limitation, credit losses and the credit risk of our commercial and consumer loan products; changes in the level of charge-offs and changes in estimates of the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses, or ACL; cyber-security concerns; rapid technological developments and changes; increased competitive pressures; changes in spreads on interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities; changes in general economic conditions and conditions within the securities markets; unanticipated changes in our liquidity position; unanticipated changes in regulatory and governmental policies impacting interest rates and financial markets; legislation affecting the financial services industry as a whole, and Meridian Corporation, in particular; changes in accounting policies, practices or guidance; developments affecting the industry and the soundness of financial institutions and further disruption to the economy and U.S. banking system; among others, could cause Meridian Corporation’s financial performance to differ materially from the goals, plans, objectives, intentions and expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements. Meridian Corporation cautions that the foregoing factors are not exclusive, and neither such factors nor any such forward-looking statement takes into account the impact of any future events. All forward-looking statements and information set forth herein are based on management’s current beliefs and assumptions as of the date hereof and speak only as of the date they are made. For a more complete discussion of the assumptions, risks and uncertainties related to our business, you are encouraged to review Meridian Corporation’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and subsequently filed quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K that update or provide information in addition to the information included in the Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filings, if any. Meridian Corporation does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time by Meridian Corporation or by or on behalf of Meridian Bank.

Contact: Christopher J. Annas
484.568.5001
CAnnas@meridianbanker.com 

MERIDIAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
FINANCIAL RATIOS (Unaudited)
(Dollar amounts and shares in thousands, except per share amounts)

 Quarter Ended
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
Earnings and Per Share Data:         
Net income$3,326  $2,676  $571  $4,005  $4,645 
Basic earnings per common share$0.30  $0.24  $0.05  $0.36  $0.42 
Diluted earnings per common share$0.30  $0.24  $0.05  $0.35  $0.41 
Common shares outstanding 11,191   11,186   11,183   11,178   11,178 
          
Performance Ratios:         
Return on average assets (2) 0.58%  0.47%  0.10%  0.73%  0.86%
Return on average equity (2) 8.25   6.73   1.44   10.17   12.08 
Net interest margin (tax-equivalent) (2) 3.06   3.09   3.18   3.29   3.33 
Yield on earning assets (tax-equivalent) (2) 6.98   6.90   6.81   6.76   6.57 
Cost of funds (2) 4.10   4.00   3.81   3.63   3.39 
Efficiency ratio 72.89%  73.90%  78.63%  79.09%  74.80%
          
Asset Quality Ratios:         
Net charge-offs (recoveries) to average loans 0.20%  0.12%  0.11%  0.05%  0.05%
Non-performing loans to total loans 1.84   1.93   1.76   1.53   1.44 
Non-performing assets to total assets 1.68   1.74   1.58   1.38   1.32 
Allowance for credit losses to:         
Total loans held for investment 1.09   1.18   1.17   1.04   1.09 
Total loans held for investment (excluding loans at fair value) (1) 1.10   1.19   1.17   1.05   1.10 
Non-performing loans 57.66%  60.59%  65.48%  67.61%  73.97%
          
Capital Ratios:         
Book value per common share$14.51  $14.30  $14.13  $13.88  $13.77 
Tangible book value per common share$14.17  $13.96  $13.78  $13.53  $13.42 
Total equity/Total assets 6.91%  6.98%  7.04%  6.95%  6.98%
Tangible common equity/Tangible assets - Corporation (1) 6.76   6.82   6.87   6.79   6.81 
Tangible common equity/Tangible assets - Bank (1) 8.85   8.93   8.94   8.89   8.54 
Tier 1 leverage ratio - Bank 9.33   9.42   9.46   9.65   9.22 
Common tier 1 risk-based capital ratio - Bank 9.84   9.87   10.10   10.82   10.35 
Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio - Bank 9.84   9.87   10.10   10.82   10.35 
Total risk-based capital ratio - Bank 10.84%  10.95%  11.17%  11.85%  11.43%
(1) See Non-GAAP reconciliation in the Appendix        
(2) Annualized         
          

MERIDIAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (Unaudited)
(Dollar amounts and shares in thousands, except per share amounts)

 Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 June 30,
2023
 June 30,
2024
 June 30,
2023
Interest income:         
Loans and other finance receivables, including fees$36,486  $35,339  $32,215  $71,825  $61,632 
Securities - taxable 1,324   1,251   992   2,575   1,951 
Securities - tax-exempt 324   325   351   649   705 
Cash and cash equivalents 331   300   278   631   495 
Total interest income 38,465   37,215   33,836   75,680   64,783 
Interest expense:         
Deposits 18,991   17,392   14,023   36,383   25,470 
Borrowings 2,628   3,214   2,715   5,842   4,538 
Total interest expense 21,619   20,606   16,738   42,225   30,008 
Net interest income 16,846   16,609   17,098   33,455   34,775 
Provision for credit losses 2,680   2,866   705   5,546   2,104 
Net interest income after provision for credit losses 14,166   13,743   16,393   27,909   32,671 
Non-interest income:         
Mortgage banking income 5,420   3,634   5,050   9,054   8,322 
Wealth management income 1,444   1,317   1,235   2,761   2,431 
SBA loan income 785   986   1,767   1,771   2,480 
Earnings on investment in life insurance 215   207   193   422   385 
Net change in the fair value of derivative instruments 203   75   183   278   114 
Net change in the fair value of loans held-for-sale (29)  (2)  (199)  (31)  (200)
Net change in the fair value of loans held-for-investment (24)  (175)  (219)  (199)  (102)
Net loss on hedging activity (63)  (19)  (1)  (82)  (1)
Net loss on sale of investment securities available-for-sale       (54)     (54)
Other 1,293   1,961   1,169   3,254   2,387 
Total non-interest income 9,244   7,984   9,124   17,228   15,762 
Non-interest expense:         
Salaries and employee benefits 11,437   10,573   12,152   22,010   23,213 
Occupancy and equipment 1,230   1,233   1,140   2,463   2,384 
Professional fees 1,029   1,498   1,004   2,527   1,827 
Advertising and promotion 989   748   1,091   1,737   1,952 
Data processing and software 1,506   1,532   1,681   3,038   3,113 
Pennsylvania bank shares tax 274   274   245   548   490 
Other 2,553   2,316   2,302   4,869   4,425 
Total non-interest expense 19,018   18,174   19,615   37,192   37,404 
Income before income taxes 4,392   3,553   5,902   7,945   11,029 
Income tax expense 1,066   877   1,257   1,943   2,363 
Net income$3,326  $2,676  $4,645  $6,002  $8,666 
          
Basic earnings per common share$0.30  $0.24  $0.42  $0.54  $0.78 
Diluted earnings per common share$0.30  $0.24  $0.41  $0.54  $0.75 
          
Basic weighted average shares outstanding 11,096   11,088   11,062   11,092   11,167 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding 11,150   11,201   11,304   11,178   11,494 
                    

MERIDIAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CONDITION (Unaudited)
(Dollar amounts and shares in thousands, except per share amounts)

 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
Assets:         
Cash and due from banks$8,457  $8,935  $10,067  $12,734  $10,576 
Interest-bearing deposits at other banks 15,601   14,092   46,630   47,025   36,290 
Cash and cash equivalents 24,058   23,027   56,697   59,759   46,866 
Securities available-for-sale, at fair value 159,141   150,996   146,019   122,218   126,668 
Securities held-to-maturity, at amortized cost 35,089   35,157   35,781   36,232   36,463 
Equity investments 2,088   2,092   2,121   2,019   2,097 
Mortgage loans held for sale, at fair value 54,278   29,124   24,816   23,144   40,422 
Loans and other finance receivables, net of fees and costs 1,988,535   1,956,315   1,895,806   1,885,629   1,859,839 
Allowance for credit losses (21,703)  (23,171)  (22,107)  (19,683)  (20,242)
Loans and other finance receivables, net of the allowance for credit losses 1,966,832   1,933,144   1,873,699   1,865,946   1,839,597 
Restricted investment in bank stock 10,044   8,560   8,072   8,309   9,157 
Bank premises and equipment, net 13,114   13,451   13,557   13,310   13,234 
Bank owned life insurance 29,267   29,051   28,844   28,641   28,440 
Accrued interest receivable 9,973   9,864   9,325   8,984   7,651 
Other real estate owned 1,862   1,703   1,703   1,703   1,703 
Deferred income taxes 3,950   4,339   4,201   4,993   4,258 
Servicing assets 11,341   11,573   11,748   11,835   12,193 
Goodwill 899   899   899   899   899 
Intangible assets 2,869   2,920   2,971   3,022   3,073 
Other assets 26,779   37,023   25,740   39,957   34,156 
Total assets$2,351,584  $2,292,923  $2,246,193  $2,230,971  $2,206,877 
          
Liabilities:         
Deposits:         
Non-interest bearing$224,040  $220,581  $239,289  $244,668  $269,174 
Interest bearing         
Interest checking 130,062   121,204   150,898   156,537   155,907 
Money market and savings deposits 787,479   797,525   747,803   746,599   710,546 
Time deposits 773,855   761,386   685,472   660,841   646,978 
Total interest-bearing deposits 1,691,396   1,680,115   1,584,173   1,563,977   1,513,431 
Total deposits 1,915,436   1,900,696   1,823,462   1,808,645   1,782,605 
Borrowings 187,260   145,803   174,896   177,959   194,636 
Subordinated debentures 49,897   49,867   49,836   50,079   40,348 
Accrued interest payable 7,709   8,350   10,324   7,814   5,612 
Other liabilities 28,900   28,271   29,653   31,360   29,714 
Total liabilities 2,189,202   2,132,987   2,088,171   2,075,857   2,052,915 
          
Stockholders’ equity:         
Common stock 13,194   13,189   13,186   13,181   13,181 
Surplus 80,639   80,487   80,325   79,731   79,650 
Treasury stock (26,079)  (26,079)  (26,079)  (26,079)  (26,079)
Unearned common stock held by employee stock ownership plan (1,204)  (1,204)  (1,204)  (1,403)  (1,403)
Retained earnings 104,420   102,492   101,216   102,043   99,434 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (8,588)  (8,949)  (9,422)  (12,359)  (10,821)
Total stockholders’ equity 162,382   159,936   158,022   155,114   153,962 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$2,351,584  $2,292,923  $2,246,193  $2,230,971  $2,206,877 
                    

MERIDIAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND SEGMENT INFORMATION (Unaudited)
(Dollar amounts and shares in thousands, except per share amounts)

 Three Months Ended
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
Interest income$38,465 $37,215 $36,346 $35,459 $33,836
Interest expense 21,619  20,606  19,404  18,235  16,738
Net interest income 16,846  16,609  16,942  17,224  17,098
Provision for credit losses 2,680  2,866  4,628  82  705
Non-interest income 9,244  7,984  8,117  8,086  9,124
Non-interest expense 19,018  18,174  19,703  20,018  19,615
Income before income tax expense 4,392  3,553  728  5,210  5,902
Income tax expense 1,066  877  157  1,205  1,257
Net Income$3,326 $2,676 $571 $4,005 $4,645
          
Basic weighted average shares outstanding 11,096  11,088  11,070  11,057  11,062
Basic earnings per common share$0.30 $0.24 $0.05 $0.36 $0.42
          
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding 11,150  11,201  11,206  11,363  11,304
Diluted earnings per common share$0.30 $0.24 $0.05 $0.35 $0.41
               


 Segment Information
 Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 Three Months Ended June 30, 2023
(dollars in thousands)Bank Wealth Mortgage Total Bank Wealth Mortgage Total
Net interest income$16,784  $36  $26  $16,846  $17,102  $(29) $25  $17,098 
Provision for credit losses 2,680         2,680   705         705 
Net interest income after provision 14,104   36   26   14,166   16,397   (29)  25   16,393 
Non-interest income 1,673   1,444   6,127   9,244   2,508   1,235   5,381   9,124 
Non-interest expense 12,606   804   5,608   19,018   12,325   889   6,401   19,615 
Income (loss) before income taxes$3,171  $676  $545  $4,392  $6,580  $317  $(995) $5,902 
Efficiency ratio 68%  54%  91%  73%  63%  74%  118%  75%
                
 SixMonths EndedJune 30, 2024 SixMonths EndedJune 30, 2023
(dollars in thousands)Bank Wealth Mortgage Total Bank Wealth Mortgage Total
Net interest income$33,376  $30  $49  $33,455  $34,721  $3  $51  $34,775 
Provision for credit losses 5,546         5,546   2,104         2,104 
Net interest income after provision 27,830   30   49   27,909   32,617   3   51   32,671 
Non-interest income 3,550   2,760   10,918   17,228   3,938   2,431   9,393   15,762 
Non-interest expense 24,669   1,636   10,887   37,192   23,024   1,877   12,503   37,404 
Income (loss) before income taxes$6,711  $1,154  $80  $7,945  $13,531  $557  $(3,059) $11,029 
Efficiency ratio 67%  59%  99%  73%  60%  77%  132%  74%
                

MERIDIAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
APPENDIX: NON-GAAP MEASURES (Unaudited)
(Dollar amounts and shares in thousands, except per share amounts)

Meridian believes that non-GAAP measures are meaningful because they reflect adjustments commonly made by management, investors, regulators and analysts. The non-GAAP disclosure have limitations as an analytical tool, should not be viewed as a substitute for performance and financial condition measures determined in accordance with GAAP, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of Meridian’s results as reported under GAAP, nor is it necessarily comparable to non-GAAP performance measures that may be presented by other companies.

 Pre-tax, Pre-provision Reconciliation
 Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data, Unaudited)June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 June 30,
2023
 June 30,
2024
 June 30,
2023
Income before income tax expense$4,392 $3,553 $5,902 $7,945 $11,029
Provision for credit losses 2,680  2,866  705  5,546  2,104
Pre-tax, pre-provision income$7,072 $6,419 $6,607 $13,491 $13,133
               


 Pre-tax, Pre-provision Reconciliation
 Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data, Unaudited)June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 June 30,
2023
 June 30,
2024
 June 30,
2023
Bank$5,851 $6,406  $7,285  $12,257 $15,643 
Wealth 676  478   317   1,154  548 
Mortgage 545  (465)  (995)  80  (3,058)
Pre-tax, pre-provision income$7,072 $6,419  $6,607  $13,491 $13,133 
                  


 Allowance For Credit Losses to Loans, Net of Fees and Costs, Excluding and Loans at Fair Value
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
Allowance for credit losses (GAAP)$21,703  $23,171  $22,107  $19,683  $20,242 
          
Loans, net of fees and costs (GAAP) 1,988,535   1,956,315   1,895,806   1,885,629   1,859,839 
Less: Loans fair valued (12,900)  (13,139)  (13,726)  (13,231)  (14,403)
Loans, net of fees and costs, excluding loans at fair value (non-GAAP)$1,975,635  $1,943,176  $1,882,080  $1,872,398  $1,845,436 
          
Allowance for credit losses to loans, net of fees and costs (GAAP) 1.09%  1.18%  1.17%  1.04%  1.09%
Allowance for credit losses to loans, net of fees and costs, excluding loans at fair value (non-GAAP) 1.10%  1.19%  1.17%  1.05%  1.10%
                    


 Tangible Common Equity Ratio Reconciliation - Corporation
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
Total stockholders' equity (GAAP)$162,382  $159,936  $158,022  $155,114  $153,962 
Less: Goodwill and intangible assets (3,768)  (3,819)  (3,870)  (3,921)  (3,972)
Tangible common equity (non-GAAP) 158,614   156,117   154,152   151,193   149,990 
          
Total assets (GAAP) 2,351,584   2,292,923   2,246,193   2,230,971   2,206,877 
Less: Goodwill and intangible assets (3,768)  (3,819)  (3,870)  (3,921)  (3,972)
Tangible assets (non-GAAP)$2,347,816  $2,289,104  $2,242,323  $2,227,050  $2,202,905 
Tangible common equity to tangible assets ratio - Corporation (non-GAAP) 6.76%  6.82%  6.87%  6.79%  6.81%
                    


 Tangible Common Equity Ratio Reconciliation - Bank
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
Total stockholders' equity (GAAP)$211,308  $208,319  $204,132  $201,996  $192,209 
Less: Goodwill and intangible assets (3,768)  (3,819)  (3,870)  (3,921)  (3,972)
Tangible common equity (non-GAAP) 207,540   204,500   200,262   198,075   188,237 
          
Total assets (GAAP) 2,349,600   2,292,894   2,244,893   2,232,297   2,208,252 
Less: Goodwill and intangible assets (3,768)  (3,819)  (3,870)  (3,921)  (3,972)
Tangible assets (non-GAAP)$2,345,832  $2,289,075  $2,241,023  $2,228,376  $2,204,280 
Tangible common equity to tangible assets ratio - Bank (non-GAAP) 8.85%  8.93%  8.94%  8.89%  8.54%
          
 Tangible Book Value Reconciliation
 June 30,
2024
 March 31,
2024
 December 31,
2023
 September 30,
2023
 June 30,
2023
Book value per common share$14.51  $14.30  $14.13  $13.88  $13.77 
Less: Impact of goodwill /intangible assets 0.34   0.34   0.35   0.35   0.35 
Tangible book value per common share$14.17  $13.96  $13.78  $13.53  $13.42 

FAQ

What was Meridian 's (MRBK) net income for Q2 2024?

Meridian (MRBK) reported net income of $3.3 million for Q2 2024, an increase of 24.3% from the previous quarter.

How much did MRBK's commercial loans grow in Q2 2024?

MRBK's commercial loans grew 3% for the quarter and 8% year-over-year in Q2 2024.

What was the quarterly cash dividend declared by MRBK for Q2 2024?

The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per common share, payable August 19, 2024, to shareholders of record as of August 12, 2024.

What was MRBK's net interest margin in Q2 2024?

MRBK's net interest margin was 3.06% for the second quarter of 2024, with a loan yield of 7.31%.

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