Washington Trust Reports Third Quarter 2024 Earnings

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WESTERLY, R.I., Oct. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: WASH), parent company of The Washington Trust Company, today announced third quarter 2024 net income of $11.0 million, or $0.64 per diluted share, compared to net income of $10.8 million, or $0.63 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2024.

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"Washington Trust's third quarter results remained steady, demonstrating the strength of our diversified business model, and commitment to our customers," stated Edward O. Handy III, Washington Trust Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "We continue to carefully manage our balance sheet, while focusing on our customers, who rely on us for financial solutions and trusted advice.  During the quarter, we expanded our presence in Providence, opening a new full-service branch in Olneyville."

Selected financial highlights for the third quarter of 2024 include:

  • Returns on average equity and average assets for the third quarter were 8.99% and 0.60%, respectively, compared to 9.43% and 0.60%, respectively, for the prior quarter.

  • The net interest margin was 1.85% in the third quarter, compared to 1.83% in the preceding quarter.

  • Asset and credit quality metrics remain solid.  A provision for credit losses of $200 thousand was recognized for the third quarter, down by $300 thousand from the second quarter.

  • Wealth management revenues increased by 3% from the preceding quarter.  End of period assets under administration ("AUA") eclipsed $7 billion and was up by 4% from the end of the second quarter.

  • Total loans amounted to $5.5 billion, down by 2% from June 30, 2024.

  • In-market deposits (total deposits less wholesale brokered deposits) amounted to an all-time high of $4.8 billion, up by 3% from June 30, 2024.

Net Interest Income

Net interest income was $32.3 million for the third quarter of 2024, up by $677 thousand, or 2%, from the second quarter of 2024.  The net interest margin was 1.85% for the third quarter, an increase of 2 basis points from the preceding quarter.  Linked quarter changes included:

  • Average interest-earning assets increased by $25 million, reflecting an increase of $132 million in deposits at correspondent banks, partially offset by decreases in loans and securities.  The yield on interest-earning assets for the third quarter was 4.99%, up by 2 basis points from the preceding quarter.

  • Average interest-bearing liabilities increased by $2 million, as in-market deposits increased by $35 million while wholesale funding balances decreased by $33 million.  The cost of interest-bearing liabilities for the third quarter of 2024 was 3.70%, up by 2 basis points from the preceding quarter.