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First Financial (NASDAQ:THFF) reported second quarter 2024 results with net income of $11.4 million, down from $16.0 million in Q2 2023. Diluted earnings per share decreased to $0.96 from $1.33 year-over-year. The company saw loan growth of 3.22% year-over-year, with average total loans reaching $3.20 billion. Net interest margin expanded to 3.57% from 3.53% in the previous quarter. Total deposits increased by 1.70% year-over-year to $4.13 billion. The efficiency ratio rose to 64.56% from 58.01% in Q2 2023. First Financial completed its acquisition of SimplyBank on July 1st, expanding into southeastern Tennessee markets.

First Financial (NASDAQ:THFF) ha riportato i risultati del secondo trimestre 2024 con un reddito netto di 11,4 milioni di dollari, in calo rispetto ai 16,0 milioni di dollari del Q2 2023. Gli utili diluiti per azione sono scesi a 0,96 dollari rispetto a 1,33 dollari dell’anno precedente. L'azienda ha visto una crescita dei prestiti del 3,22% rispetto all’anno precedente, con prestiti totali medi che hanno raggiunto i 3,20 miliardi di dollari. Il margine di interesse netto è aumentato al 3,57% rispetto al 3,53% del trimestre precedente. I depositi totali sono aumentati dell'1,70% su base annua, raggiungendo i 4,13 miliardi di dollari. Il rapporto di efficienza è salito al 64,56% rispetto al 58,01% del Q2 2023. First Financial ha completato l’acquisizione di SimplyBank il 1° luglio, espandendosi nei mercati del Tennessee sudorientale.

First Financial (NASDAQ:THFF) reportó los resultados del segundo trimestre de 2024 con un ingreso neto de 11.4 millones de dólares, en comparación con 16.0 millones de dólares en el Q2 2023. Las ganancias por acción diluidas cayeron a 0.96 dólares desde 1.33 dólares en el año anterior. La compañía experimentó un crecimiento de préstamos del 3.22% en comparación con el año anterior, alcanzando un promedio de préstamos totales de 3.20 mil millones de dólares. El margen de interés neto se amplió al 3.57% desde el 3.53% en el trimestre anterior. Los depósitos totales aumentaron un 1.70% interanual hasta alcanzar los 4.13 mil millones de dólares. La ratio de eficiencia subió al 64.56% desde el 58.01% en el Q2 2023. First Financial completó su adquisición de SimplyBank el 1 de julio, expandiéndose a los mercados del sureste de Tennessee.

퍼스트 파이낸셜 (NASDAQ:THFF)은 2024년 2분기 실적을 발표하며 순이익이 1,140만 달러로, 2023년 2분기의 1,600만 달러에서 감소했다고 전했습니다. 희석 주당순이익은 전년 대비 1.33달러에서 0.96달러로 감소했습니다. 회사는 대출 성장률이 전년 대비 3.22% 증가하며 총 평균 대출이 32억 달러에 도달했다고 보고했습니다. 순이자마진은 이전 분기의 3.53%에서 3.57%로 확대되었습니다. 총 예금은 전년 대비 1.70% 증가하여 41억 3천만 달러에 이렀습니다. 효율성 비율은 2023년 2분기의 58.01%에서 64.56%로 상승했습니다. 퍼스트 파이낸셜은 7월 1일 심플리뱅크의 인수를 완료하여 테네시 주 동남부 시장으로 확장했습니다.

First Financial (NASDAQ:THFF) a rapporté des résultats du deuxième trimestre 2024 avec un revenu net de 11,4 millions de dollars, en baisse par rapport à 16,0 millions de dollars au T2 2023. Le bénéfice net par action dilué a diminué à 0,96 dollar contre 1,33 dollar l'année précédente. L'entreprise a enregistré une croissance des prêts de 3,22% par rapport à l'année précédente, avec un montant total moyen de prêts atteignant 3,20 milliards de dollars. La marge d'intérêt nette a augmenté à 3,57% contre 3,53% au trimestre précédent. Les dépôts totaux ont augmenté de 1,70% d'une année sur l'autre pour atteindre 4,13 milliards de dollars. Le taux d'efficacité a augmenté à 64,56% contre 58,01% au T2 2023. First Financial a finalisé son acquisition de SimplyBank le 1er juillet, s'étendant sur les marchés du Tennessee sud-est.

First Financial (NASDAQ:THFF) berichtete über die Ergebnisse des zweiten Quartals 2024 mit einem Nettogewinn von 11,4 Millionen Dollar, ein Rückgang von 16,0 Millionen Dollar im Q2 2023. Der verwässerte Gewinn pro Aktie fiel von 1,33 Dollar auf 0,96 Dollar im Vergleich zum Vorjahr. Das Unternehmen verzeichnete ein Wachstum der Kredite von 3,22% im Jahresvergleich, wobei die durchschnittlichen Gesamtforderungen 3,20 Milliarden Dollar erreichten. Die Nettozinsspanne erweiterte sich von 3,53% im vorhergehenden Quartal auf 3,57%. Die Gesamteinlagen stiegen um 1,70% im Jahresvergleich auf 4,13 Milliarden Dollar. Das Effizienzwirtschaftsverhältnis stieg von 58,01% im Q2 2023 auf 64,56%. First Financial schloss am 1. Juli die Übernahme von SimplyBank ab und expandierte in die Märkte im Südosten von Tennessee.

Positive
  • Loan growth of 3.22% year-over-year, with average total loans reaching $3.20 billion
  • Net interest margin expanded to 3.57% from 3.53% in the previous quarter
  • Total deposits increased by 1.70% year-over-year to $4.13 billion
  • Completed acquisition of SimplyBank, expanding into southeastern Tennessee markets
Negative
  • Net income decreased to $11.4 million from $16.0 million in Q2 2023
  • Diluted earnings per share dropped to $0.96 from $1.33 year-over-year
  • Efficiency ratio increased to 64.56% from 58.01% in Q2 2023
  • Credit loss provision increased to $3.0 million from $1.8 million in Q2 2023

Insights

The second quarter results for First Financial Corporation reveal some concerning trends. The net income decreased from $16.0 million in Q2 2023 to $11.4 million in Q2 2024 and the diluted net income per share dropped from $1.33 to $0.96. Furthermore, the return on average assets went down from 1.34% to 0.94%. These declines signify reduced profitability and efficiency, despite a slight increase in loan and deposit volumes.

One significant point is the 67% rise in the credit loss provision from $1.8 million to $3.0 million. This suggests heightened credit risk, possibly affecting investor confidence. The increase in nonperforming loans and higher charge-offs further hint at deteriorating loan quality. On the positive side, the net interest margin did improve slightly on a linked quarter basis, suggesting some operational efficiency despite higher interest expenses. Investors should monitor the credit quality closely and assess how these risk factors might affect future profitability.

First Financial Corporation’s acquisition of SimplyBank and the subsequent expansion into southeastern Tennessee appears promising for long-term growth. However, the current financial results reflect challenges that may overshadow this strategic move in the short term. The overall deposit and loan growth seems modest, with average total loans increasing by 3.22% and total deposits by 1.70% year-over-year. This indicates that the company's expansion strategy has not yet fully translated into significant growth figures.

Additionally, the efficiency ratio has worsened, rising to 64.56% from 58.01%, indicating higher operating costs relative to income. While the acquisition of SimplyBank could open up new revenue streams and improve market share in the long term, the immediate impact appears limited. Retail investors might view the acquisition as a positive future growth driver, but they should remain cautious about the current operational inefficiencies and rising credit risks.

The substantial increase in the credit loss provision from $1.8 million to $3.0 million and net charge-offs rising from $1.5 million to $4.7 million are critical red flags. These figures highlight a deterioration in the credit portfolio, likely due to a specific troubled credit mentioned in the report. The allowance for credit losses as a percentage of total loans decreased to 1.20% from 1.28%, which could be concerning given the rising nonperforming loans.

From a risk management perspective, these indicators suggest increasing vulnerability in the loan book. The rising nonperforming loans ratio and higher charge-offs could potentially lead to more severe financial strain if not managed properly. Investors should carefully evaluate the risk profile of First Financial Corporation and consider the potential for further credit deterioration in their investment decisions.

TERRE HAUTE, Ind., July 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:THFF) today announced results for the second quarter of 2024.

  • Net income was $11.4 million compared to the $16.0 million reported for the same period of 2023;
  • Diluted net income per common share of $0.96 compared to $1.33 for the same period of 2023;
  • Return on average assets was 0.94% compared to 1.34% for the three months ended June 30, 2023;
  • Credit loss provision was $3.0 million compared to provision of $1.8 million for the second quarter 2023; and
  • Pre-tax, pre-provision net income was $16.2 million compared to $21.2 million for the same period in 2023.1

The Corporation further reported results for the six months ended June 30, 2024:

  • Net income was $22.3 million compared to the $32.0 million reported for the same period of 2023;
  • Diluted net income per common share of $1.89 compared to $2.66 for the same period of 2023;
  • Return on average assets was 0.93% compared to 1.33% for the six months ended June 30, 2023;
  • Credit loss provision was $4.8 million compared to provision of $3.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023; and
  • Pre-tax, pre-provision net income was $31.2 million compared to $42.6 million for the same period in 2023.1

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1 Non-GAAP financial measure that Management believes is useful for investors and management to understand pre-tax profitability before giving effect to credit loss expense and to provide additional perspective on the Corporations performance over time as well as comparison to the Corporations peers and evaluating the financial results of the Corporation – please refer to the Non GAAP reconciliations contained in this release.


Average Total Loans

Average total loans for the second quarter of 2024 were $3.20 billion versus $3.10 billion for the comparable period in 2023, an increase of $100 million or 3.22%. On a linked quarter basis, average loans increased $18 million or 0.55% from $3.18 billion as of March 31, 2024.

Total Loans Outstanding

Total loans outstanding as of June 30, 2024, were $3.20 billion compared to $3.13 billion as of June 30, 2023, an increase of $69 million or 2.21%, primarily driven by increases in Commercial Construction and Development, Commercial Real Estate, and Consumer Auto loans. On a linked quarter basis, total loans increased $12.0 million or 0.38% from $3.19 billion as of March 31, 2024.

Norman D. Lowery, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented “We are pleased with our second quarter results, as we experienced another quarter of loan growth. We also saw our net interest margin expand during the quarter as cost of funds pressure moderated. We expect continued improvement in coming quarters. Additionally on July 1st we closed our acquisition of SimplyBank expanding our footprint into attractive southeastern Tennessee markets.”

Average Total Deposits

Average total deposits for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, were $4.11 billion versus $4.12 billion as of June 30, 2023.

Total Deposits

Total deposits were $4.13 billion as of June 30, 2024, compared to $4.06 billion as of June 30, 2023, a $69 million increase, or 1.70%. On a linked quarter basis, total deposits increased $27.2 million, or 0.66%. Non-interest bearing deposits were $748.5 million and time deposits were $585.8 million as of June 30, 2024, compared to $817.4 million and $414.2 million, respectively for the same period of 2023.

Shareholders’ Equity

Shareholders’ equity at June 30, 2024, was $530.7 million compared to $496.9 million on June 30, 2023. During the last twelve months, the Corporation has repurchased 228,457 shares of its common stock. There were no shares repurchased during the quarter. 518,860 shares remain available for repurchase under the current repurchase authorization. During the quarter, the Corporation paid a $0.45 per share quarterly dividend in April, and declared a $0.45 quarterly dividend paid on July 15, 2024.

Book Value Per Share

Book Value per share was $44.92 as of June 30, 2024, compared to $41.47 as of June 30, 2023, an increase of 8.33%. Tangible Book Value per share was $37.12 as of June 30, 2024, compared to $33.70 as of June 30, 2023, an increase of $3.42 per share or 10.15%.

Tangible Common Equity to Tangible Asset Ratio

The Corporation’s tangible common equity to tangible asset ratio was 9.14% at June 30, 2024, compared to 8.44% at June 30, 2023.

Net Interest Income

Net interest income for the second quarter of 2024 was $39.3 million, compared to $42.2 million reported for the same period of 2023, a decrease of $2.9 million, or 6.86%, driven primarily by higher interest expense. Interest income increased $4.5 million and interest expense increased $7.4 million year-over-year.

Net Interest Margin

The net interest margin for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, was 3.57% compared to the 3.81% reported at June 30, 2023. On a linked quarterly basis, the net interest margin increased 4 basis points from 3.53% at March 31, 2024.

Nonperforming Loans

Nonperforming loans as of June 30, 2024, were $15.9 million versus $13.3 million as of June 30, 2023. The ratio of nonperforming loans to total loans and leases was 0.50% as of June 30, 2024, versus 0.43% as of June 30, 2023.

Credit Loss Provision

The provision for credit losses for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $3.0 million, compared to $1.8 million for the second quarter 2023. The increase in provision as well as charge-offs discussed below were related to one previously identified credit, reflecting further deterioration in collateral values in the quarter.

Net Charge-Offs

In the second quarter of 2024 net charge-offs were $4.7 million compared to $1.5 million in the same period of 2023.

Allowance for Credit Losses

The Corporation’s allowance for credit losses as of June 30, 2024, was $38.3 million compared to $39.9 million as of June 30, 2023. The allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans was 1.20% as of June 30, 2024, compared to 1.28% as of June 30, 2023. On a linked quarter basis, the allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans decreased 5 basis points from 1.25% as of March 31, 2024.

Non-Interest Income

Non-interest income for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $9.9 million and $10.5 million, respectively. The 2023 amount included a $760 thousand gain on the sale of a branch which had been closed.

Non-Interest Expense

Non-interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $32.7 million compared to $31.3 million in 2023. This included $654 thousand of acquisition related expenses during the quarter.

Efficiency Ratio

The Corporation’s efficiency ratio was 64.56% for the quarter ending June 30, 2024, versus 58.01% for the same period in 2023.

Income Taxes

Income tax expense for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $2.2 million versus $3.5 million for the same period in 2023. The effective tax rate for 2024 was 16.29% compared to 17.99% for 2023.

About First Financial Corporation

First Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:THFF) is the holding company for First Financial Bank N.A. First Financial Bank N.A., the fifth oldest national bank in the United States, operates 70 banking centers in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee. Additional information is available at www.first-online.bank.

Investor Contact:
Rodger A. McHargue
Chief Financial Officer
P: 812-238-6334
E: rmchargue@first-online.com

                    
                    
 Three Months Ended  Six Months Ended
 June 30,  March 31, June 30,  June 30,  June 30, 
 2024    2024    2023    2024    2023
END OF PERIOD BALANCES                   
Assets$4,891,068  $4,852,615  $4,877,231  $4,891,068  $4,877,231 
Deposits$4,132,327  $4,105,103  $4,063,155  $4,132,327  $4,063,155 
Loans, including net deferred loan costs$3,204,009  $3,191,983  $3,134,638  $3,204,009  $3,134,638 
Allowance for Credit Losses$38,334  $40,045  $39,907  $38,334  $39,907 
Total Equity$530,670  $520,766  $496,888  $530,670  $496,888 
Tangible Common Equity (a)$438,569  $428,430  $403,824  $438,569  $403,824 
                    
AVERAGE BALANCES                        
Total Assets$4,813,308  $4,804,364  $4,818,760  $4,808,836  $4,835,122 
Earning Assets$4,556,839  $4,566,461  $4,581,652  $4,561,650  $4,597,389 
Investments$1,279,278  $1,308,322  $1,395,446  $1,293,800  $1,401,695 
Loans$3,197,695  $3,180,147  $3,097,836  $3,188,921  $3,083,276 
Total Deposits$4,113,826  $4,045,838  $4,121,097  $4,079,832  $4,186,629 
Interest-Bearing Deposits$3,413,752  $3,326,090  $3,297,110  $3,369,921  $3,352,350 
Interest-Bearing Liabilities$152,303  $221,425  $185,318  $186,864  $140,739 
Total Equity$517,890  $522,720  $501,686  $520,305  $494,760 
                    
INCOME STATEMENT DATA                        
Net Interest Income$39,294  $38,920  $42,187  $78,214  $86,522 
Net Interest Income Fully Tax Equivalent (b)$40,673  $40,297  $43,581  $80,970  $89,235 
Provision for Credit Losses$2,966  $1,800  $1,800  $4,766  $3,600 
Non-interest Income$9,905  $9,431  $10,453  $19,336  $19,828 
Non-interest Expense$32,651  $33,422  $31,346  $66,073  $63,667 
Net Income$11,369  $10,924  $15,987  $22,293  $31,967 
                    
PER SHARE DATA                        
Basic and Diluted Net Income Per Common Share$0.96  $0.93  $1.33  $1.89  $2.66 
Cash Dividends Declared Per Common Share$0.45  $0.45  $0.54  $0.90  $0.54 
Book Value Per Common Share$44.92  $44.08  $41.47  $44.92  $41.47 
Tangible Book Value Per Common Share (c)$36.04  $36.26  $33.99  $37.12  $33.70 
Basic Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding 11,814   11,803   12,022   11,809   12,040 

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(a)  Tangible common equity is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate tangible common equity by excluding goodwill and other intangible assets from shareholder’s equity.
(b)  Net interest income fully tax equivalent is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate net interest income fully tax equivalent by adding back the tax equivalent factor of tax exempt income to net interest income. We calculate the tax equivalent factor of tax exempt income by dividing tax exempt income by the net of tax rate of 75%.
(c)  Tangible book value per common share is a non-GAAP financial measure derived from GAAP-based amounts. We calculate the factor by dividing average tangible common equity by average shares outstanding. We calculate average tangible common equity by excluding average intangible assets from average shareholder’s equity.

                
Key RatiosThree Months Ended  Six Months Ended  
 June 30,
    March 31,
    June 30,
    June 30,
    June 30,
 
 2024
       2024
       2023
       2024
       2023
 
Return on average assets0.94 %0.91 %1.34 %0.93 %1.33 %
Return on average common shareholder's equity8.78 %8.36 %12.75 %8.57 %12.92 %
Efficiency ratio64.56 %67.21 %58.01 %65.87 %58.38 %
Average equity to average assets10.76 %10.88 %10.48 %10.82 %10.27 %
Net interest margin (a)3.57 %3.53 %3.81 %3.55 %3.88 %
Net charge-offs to average loans and leases0.59 %0.19 %0.20 %0.39 %0.23 %
Credit loss reserve to loans and leases1.20 %1.25 %1.28 %1.20 %1.28 %
Credit loss reserve to nonperforming loans240.85 %165.12 %300.10 %240.85 %300.10 %
Nonperforming loans to loans and leases0.50 %0.76 %0.43 %0.50 %0.43 %
Tier 1 leverage12.14 %12.02 %11.49 %12.14 %11.49 %
Risk-based capital - Tier 114.82 %14.69 %14.44 %14.82 %14.44 %

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(a)  Net interest margin is calculated on a tax equivalent basis.

                    
Asset QualityThree Months Ended  Six Months Ended
 June 30,     March 31,    June 30,     June 30,     June 30, 
 2024 2024 2023 2024 2023
Accruing loans and leases past due 30-89 days$14,913  $17,937  $15,583  $14,913  $15,583 
Accruing loans and leases past due 90 days or more$1,353  $1,395  $682  $1,353  $682 
Nonaccrual loans and leases$14,563  $22,857  $12,616  $14,563  $12,616 
Other real estate owned$170  $167  $90  $170  $90 
Nonperforming loans and other real estate owned$16,086  $24,419  $13,388  $16,086  $13,388 
Total nonperforming assets$18,978  $27,307  $16,302  $18,978  $16,302 
Gross charge-offs$6,091  $3,192  $3,543  $9,283  $7,919 
Recoveries$1,414  $1,670  $2,030  $3,084  $4,447 
Net charge-offs/(recoveries)$4,677  $1,522  $1,513  $6,199  $3,472 


      
Non-GAAP ReconciliationsThree Months Ended June 30, 
 2024    2023
($in thousands, except EPS)     
Income before Income Taxes$13,582  $19,494 
Provision for credit losses 2,966   1,800 
Provision for unfunded commitments (300)  (100)
Pre-tax, Pre-provision Income$16,248  $21,194 


      
Non-GAAP ReconciliationsSix Months Ended June 30, 
 2024    2023
($ in thousands, except EPS)     
Income before Income Taxes$26,711  $39,083 
Provision for credit losses 4,766   3,600 
Provision for unfunded commitments (300)  (100)
Pre-tax, Pre-provision Income$31,177  $42,583 


 
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Dollar amounts in thousands, except per share data)
      
 June 30,     December 31, 
 2024 2023
 (unaudited)
ASSETS     
Cash and due from banks$75,073  $76,759 
Federal funds sold 24,000   282 
Securities available-for-sale 1,205,751   1,259,137 
Loans:     
Commercial 1,782,646   1,817,526 
Residential 748,044   695,788 
Consumer 666,130   646,758 
  3,196,820   3,160,072 
(Less) plus:       
Net deferred loan costs 7,189   7,749 
Allowance for credit losses (38,334)  (39,767)
  3,165,675   3,128,054 
Restricted stock 15,378   15,364 
Accrued interest receivable 23,733   24,877 
Premises and equipment, net 65,750   67,286 
Bank-owned life insurance 114,767   114,122 
Goodwill 86,985   86,985 
Other intangible assets 5,116   5,586 
Other real estate owned 170   107 
Other assets 108,670   72,587 
TOTAL ASSETS$4,891,068  $4,851,146 
      
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY       
Deposits:       
Non-interest-bearing$748,495  $750,335 
Interest-bearing:     
Certificates of deposit exceeding the FDIC insurance limits 112,679   92,921 
Other interest-bearing deposits 3,271,153   3,246,812 
  4,132,327   4,090,068 
Short-term borrowings 38,211   67,221 
FHLB advances 108,575   108,577 
Other liabilities 81,285   57,304 
TOTAL LIABILITIES 4,360,398   4,323,170 
      
Shareholders’ equity       
Common stock, $.125 stated value per share;       
Authorized shares-40,000,000       
Issued shares-16,165,023 in 2024 and 16,137,220 in 2023       
Outstanding shares-11,814,093 in 2024 and 11,795,024 in 2023 2,016   2,014 
Additional paid-in capital 144,632   144,152 
Retained earnings 673,728   663,726 
Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) (134,501)  (127,087)
Less: Treasury shares at cost-4,350,930 in 2024 and 4,342,196 in 2023 (155,205)  (154,829)
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY 530,670   527,976 
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY$4,891,068  $4,851,146 


 
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Dollar amounts in thousands, except per share data)
             
 Three Months Ended  Six Months Ended
 June 30,  June 30, 
 2024    2023    2024    2023
        (unaudited)
INTEREST INCOME:            
Loans, including related fees$51,459  $46,479  $101,511  $91,074 
Securities:              
Taxable 5,833   6,231   11,764   12,467 
Tax-exempt 2,601   2,678   5,204   5,276 
Other 878   841   1,695   2,112 
TOTAL INTEREST INCOME 60,771   56,229   120,174   110,929 
INTEREST EXPENSE:                
Deposits 19,694   11,957   37,425   21,484 
Short-term borrowings 959   1,294   1,935   2,102 
Other borrowings 824   791   2,600   821 
TOTAL INTEREST EXPENSE 21,477   14,042   41,960   24,407 
NET INTEREST INCOME 39,294   42,187   78,214   86,522 
Provision for credit losses 2,966   1,800   4,766   3,600 
NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION                
FOR LOAN LOSSES 36,328   40,387   73,448   82,922 
NON-INTEREST INCOME:               
Trust and financial services 1,318   1,185   2,652   2,502 
Service charges and fees on deposit accounts 6,730   7,054   13,437   13,872 
Other service charges and fees 286   196   509   400 
Securities gains (losses), net           
Interchange income 135      314   47 
Loan servicing fees 414   264   683   549 
Gain on sales of mortgage loans 299   311   475   490 
Other 723   1,443   1,266   1,968 
TOTAL NON-INTEREST INCOME 9,905   10,453   19,336   19,828 
NON-INTEREST EXPENSE:                
Salaries and employee benefits 17,380   16,946   34,710   34,104 
Occupancy expense 2,201   2,132   4,560   4,731 
Equipment expense 4,312   3,525   8,456   6,824 
FDIC Expense 501   577   1,163   1,364 
Other 8,257   8,166   17,184   16,644 
TOTAL NON-INTEREST EXPENSE 32,651   31,346   66,073   63,667 
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES 13,582   19,494   26,711   39,083 
Provision for income taxes 2,213   3,507   4,418   7,116 
NET INCOME 11,369   15,987   22,293   31,967 
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)                
Change in unrealized gains/(losses) on securities, net of reclassifications and taxes 3,535   (15,808)  (7,561)  (1,570)
Change in funded status of post retirement benefits, net of taxes 74   147   147   294 
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)$14,978  $326  $14,879  $30,691 
PER SHARE DATA                
Basic and Diluted Earnings per Share$0.96  $1.33  $1.89  $2.66 
Weighted average number of shares outstanding (in thousands) 11,814   12,022   11,809   12,040 

FAQ

What was First Financial 's (THFF) net income for Q2 2024?

First Financial (THFF) reported net income of $11.4 million for the second quarter of 2024.

How did First Financial's (THFF) Q2 2024 earnings per share compare to Q2 2023?

First Financial's diluted earnings per share decreased to $0.96 in Q2 2024 from $1.33 in Q2 2023.

What was the loan growth for First Financial (THFF) in Q2 2024?

First Financial (THFF) reported loan growth of 3.22% year-over-year, with average total loans reaching $3.20 billion in Q2 2024.

Did First Financial (THFF) complete any acquisitions in Q2 2024?

First Financial (THFF) completed its acquisition of SimplyBank on July 1st, 2024, expanding into southeastern Tennessee markets.

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