LIMERICK, PA — The Victory Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX: VTYB) has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2024, showcasing robust growth and financial stability amid challenging market conditions.
Joseph W. Major, Bank Leader and CEO, highlighted the company’s resilience and commitment, noting a $20.6 million increase in deposits and a $27.6 million expansion in total assets from year-end to the second quarter. Major emphasized that net loans have surged by over $55 million since June 2023, reaching $396.5 million and driving a 20.5% boost in interest income.
The bank has maintained strong credit quality metrics. Delinquencies exceeding 30 days have been reduced, and nonaccrual loans have significantly decreased. These improvements reflect the bank’s effective expense management and operational efficiency.
Second Quarter 2024 Highlights:
- Net loans rose 16.3% to $396.5 million from $341.0 million in June 2023.
- Stockholders’ equity increased by $1.4 million.
- A $0.065 per share cash dividend was paid to shareholders.
- The bank’s net interest margin was 3.14% for the quarter.
- Net income stood at $289,000, translating to approximately $0.14 per fully diluted common share.
- Book value per share was $14.28 as of June 30, 2024.
- Total assets grew by $55.9 million year-over-year to $469.8 million.
Capital Insights and Credit Quality:
Nonaccrual loans dramatically decreased from $2.2 million at the end of 2023 to $65,000 in the current quarter. Non-performing assets to total assets dropped from 0.09% in the linked quarter to 0.01% now. Delinquencies over 30 days fell to 0.09% of total loans, down from 0.68% as of December 31, 2023. The Allowance for Credit Losses (ACL) ratio was 0.89%, slightly down from 0.94% at year-end 2023. The ACL covered non-performing loans 53.3 times, up from 1.58 times at year-end 2023.
Major expressed confidence in Victory Bancorp’s future, stating, “Victory Bancorp is well-positioned to continue delivering substantial results for every stakeholder, both now and in the future.”
Overall, Victory Bancorp’s second quarter performance highlights its financial strength and strategic focus, indicating a promising outlook for the remainder of the year.
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