Summit State Bank Reports Net Income for Second Quarter 2019 and Declaration of Dividend


SANTA ROSA, Calif., July 23, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Summit State Bank (Nasdaq: SSBI) today reported net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2019 of $1,172,000 and diluted earnings per share of $0.19.  A quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share was declared for common shareholders.

Dividend

The Board of Directors declared a $0.12 per share quarterly dividend on July 22, 2019 to be paid on August 23, 2019 to shareholders of record on August 16, 2019.

Net Income and Results of Operations

For the quarter ended June 30, 2019, Summit State Bank (“Bank”) had net income of $1,172,000 and diluted earnings per share of $0.19 compared to net income of $1,461,000 and diluted earnings per share of $0.24 for the same quarter in 2018. Net income decreased $289,000 or 20% the second quarter of 2019 compared to the second quarter of 2018.

Net interest income increased to $5,499,000 in the second quarter of 2019 compared to $5,240,000 in the second quarter of 2018. This was an increase of $259,000 or 5% from the prior year.

Net loans, deposits and total assets also increased when comparing the second quarter of 2019 to second quarter of 2018. Loans increased 16% to $536,674,000 at June 30, 2019 compared to $463,856,000 at June 30, 2018, deposits increased 3% to $532,257,000 at June 30, 2019 compared to $517,318,000 at June 30, 2018, and total assets increased 8% to $635,622,000 at June 30, 2019 compared to $585,950,000 at June 30, 2018.

“In the past year, the Bank has seen significant growth in its loan portfolio, 16% for the current quarter compared to a year ago,” said Jim Brush, President and CEO. “It is rewarding to see our staff invest so much effort into making our strategy a reality, they are the heart of our operations and the key to our long-term success.”

For the second quarter 2019, the net interest margin was 3.64%, annualized return on average assets was 0.75% and annualized return on average equity was 7.36%. The second quarter of 2018 generated an annualized net interest margin of 3.69%, annualized return on average assets of 1.01% and annualized return on average equity of 9.79%.

Non-interest income decreased in the second quarter of 2019 to $340,000 compared to $542,000 in the second quarter of 2018. The Bank did not sell any loans in the second quarter of 2019 but recognized $155,000 in gains on sales of SBA guaranteed loan balances in 2018. Rental income also decreased in the second quarter of 2019 to $81,000 compared to $149,000 in the second quarter of 2018.

There was a $438,000 or 12% increase in operating expenses between the second quarter of 2019 as compared to the second quarter of 2018. The increase in expenses are primarily due to the increase in employees, benefits and occupancy costs.

“As expected, this type of growth comes with its own set of challenges like maintaining net interest margin,” said Brush. “We continue to make a deliberate focus to invest our money in local markets and this is having a positive impact on our loan and asset growth.”

“In the shorter term, we will continue managing the cost of deposits. In recent weeks we have seen several shifts in the deposit market that will improve margins and net income in the second half of this year,” Brush said. “We are disappointed the net profit was not higher this quarter but believe our earnings will rebound and end near target for 2019.”

Nonperforming assets were $715,000 or 0.11% of total assets at June 30, 2019 compared to $2,606,000 or 0.44% at June 30, 2018. The nonperforming assets at June 30, 2019, consist of five loans which are predominantly secured by real property. The Bank had provision expense of $180,000 in the second quarter of 2019. The allowance for loan losses to loans was 1.17% at June 30, 2019 compared to 1.23% at June 30, 2018. In June 2019, the Bank also completed the private placement of $6,000,000 in subordinated notes. These notes qualify as Tier 2 capital for regulatory purposes.

About Summit State Bank

Summit State Bank, a local community bank, has total assets of $636 million and total equity of $65 million at June 30, 2019. Headquartered in Sonoma County, the Bank specializes in providing exceptional customer service and customized financial solutions to aid in the success of local small businesses and nonprofits throughout Sonoma County. 

Summit State Bank is committed to embracing the diverse backgrounds, cultures and talents of its employees to create high performance and support the evolving needs of its customers and community it serves. At the center of diversity is inclusion, collaboration, and a shared vision for delivering superior service and results for shareholders. Presently, 82% of management are women and minorities with 60% represented on the Executive Management Team. Through the engagement of its team, Summit State Bank has received many esteemed awards including: Best Business Bank, Corporate Philanthropy Award and Best Places to Work in the North Bay.  Summit State Bank’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol SSBI. Further information can be found at www.summitstatebank.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Except for historical information contained herein, the statements contained in this news release, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.  This release may contain forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties may include but are not necessarily limited to fluctuations in interest rates, inflation, government regulations and general economic conditions, and competition within the business areas in which the Bank will be conducting its operations, including the real estate market in California and other factors beyond the Bank’s control.  Such risks and uncertainties could cause results for subsequent interim periods or for the entire year to differ materially from those indicated.  You should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which reflect management’s view only as of the date hereof.  The Bank undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.


SUMMIT STATE BANK AND SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(In thousands except earnings per share data)
            
            
      Three Months Ended   Six Months Ended 
     June 30, 2019 June 30, 2018 June 30, 2019 June 30, 2018
     (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited)
            
Interest income:       
 Interest and fees on loans$6,630  $5,399 $13,081  $10,709
 Interest on deposits with banks 32   58  133   126
 Interest on federal funds sold -   8  -   14
 Interest on investment securities 476   601  1,066   1,215
 Dividends on FHLB stock 53   53  108   108
   Total interest income 7,191   6,119  14,388   12,172
Interest expense:       
 Deposits 1,581   818  3,052   1,526
 Federal Home Loan Bank advances 111   61  290   92
   Total interest expense 1,692   879  3,342   1,618
   Net interest income before provision for loan losses 5,499   5,240  11,046   10,554
Provision for loan losses 180   150  280   300
   Net interest income after provision for loan losses 5,319   5,090  10,766   10,254
Non-interest income:       
 Service charges on deposit accounts 219   194  409   387
 Rental income 81   149  172   296
 Net gain on loan sales -   155  167   447
 Net securities (loss) gain (7)  9  (7)  16
 Other income 47   35  92   158
   Total non-interest income 340   542  833   1,304
Non-interest expense:       
 Salaries and employee benefits 2,303   2,078  4,960   4,105
 Occupancy and equipment 434   387  857   784
 Other expenses 1,258   1,092  2,390   2,209
   Total non-interest expense 3,995   3,557  8,207   7,098
   Income before provision for income taxes 1,664   2,075  3,392   4,460
Provision for income taxes 492   614  795   1,259
   Net income$1,172  $1,461 $2,597  $3,201
            
Basic earnings per common share$0.19  $0.24 $0.43  $0.53
Diluted earnings per common share$0.19  $0.24 $0.43  $0.53
            
Basic weighted average shares of common stock outstanding 6,069   6,066  6,068   6,063
Diluted weighted average shares of common stock outstanding 6,075   6,074  6,071   6,070

 

SUMMIT STATE BANK AND SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands except share data)
         
         
    June 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 June 30, 2018
    (Unaudited)  (1) (Unaudited)
         
ASSETS     
         
Cash and due from banks$12,104 $21,693  $23,660 
Federal funds sold -  -   - 
   Total cash and cash equivalents 12,104  21,693   23,660 
         
Investment securities:     
 Held-to-maturity, at amortized cost 7,995  7,991   7,988 
 Available-for-sale (at fair value; amortized cost of $59,450,     
  $72,716 and $75,676) 59,853  70,174   72,921 
   Total investment securities 67,848  78,165   80,909 
         
Loans, less allowance for loan losses of $6,328, $6,029 and $5,775 536,674  504,549   463,856 
Bank premises and equipment, net (2) 6,324  5,803   5,151 
Investment in Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost 3,341  3,085   3,085 
Goodwill  4,119  4,119   4,119 
Accrued interest receivable and other assets (2) 5,212  4,690   5,170 
         
   Total assets$635,622 $622,104  $585,950 
         
LIABILITIES AND     
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY     
         
Deposits:      
 Demand - non interest-bearing$119,535 $120,011  $143,926 
 Demand - interest-bearing 65,227  65,652   71,476 
 Savings 25,419  25,817   27,298 
 Money market 99,585  104,060   101,106 
 Time deposits that meet or exceed the FDIC insurance limit 85,315  83,071   75,888 
 Other time deposits 137,176  102,578   97,624 
   Total deposits 532,257  501,189   517,318 
         
Federal Home Loan Bank advances 29,300  56,800   6,800 
Junior subordinated debt 5,862  -   - 
Accrued interest payable and other liabilities (2) 3,462  2,595   1,633 
         
   Total liabilities 570,881  560,584   525,751 
         
Shareholders' equity     
 Preferred stock, no par value; 20,000,000 shares authorized;     
  no shares issued and outstanding -  -   - 
 Common stock, no par value; shares authorized - 30,000,000 shares;     
  issued and outstanding 6,070,062, 6,066,475 and 6,066,475 36,974  36,967   36,967 
 Retained earnings 27,483  26,342   25,171 
 Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net 284  (1,789)  (1,939)
         
   Total shareholders' equity 64,741  61,520   60,199 
         
   Total liabilities and shareholders' equity$635,622 $622,104  $585,950 
         
(1) Information derived from audited financial statements.
      
(2) ASU No. 2016-02 (Topic 842) was adopted January 1, 2019 using the modified retrospective approach at the beginning of the adoption period. This
standard increases the transparency by recognizing the right-to-use lease asset for the lease term. As of June 30, 2019, the right-of-use asset was
recorded for $1,179,000 and a lease liability was recorded for $1,187,000.
         

 

Financial Summary
(Dollars in thousands except per share data)
         
  At or for the At or for the
   Three Months Ended   Six Months Ended 
  June 30, 2019 June 30, 2018 June 30, 2019 June 30, 2018
  (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited)
Statement of Income Data:        
Net interest income $5,499  $5,240  $11,046  $10,554 
Provision for loan losses  180   150   280   300 
Non-interest income  340   542   833   1,304 
Non-interest expense  3,995   3,557   8,207   7,098 
Provision for income taxes  492   614   795   1,259 
Net income $1,172  $1,461  $2,597  $3,201 
         
Selected per Common Share Data:        
Basic earnings per common share $0.19  $0.24  $0.43  $0.53 
Diluted earnings per common share $0.19  $0.24  $0.43  $0.53 
Dividend per share $0.12  $0.12  $0.24  $0.24 
Book value per common share (2) $10.67  $9.92  $10.67  $9.92 
         
Selected Balance Sheet Data:         
Assets $635,622  $585,950  $635,622  $585,950 
Loans, net  536,674   463,856   536,674   463,856 
Deposits  532,257   517,318   532,257   517,318 
Average assets  622,883   580,611   625,393   579,366 
Average earning assets  606,280   568,851   609,179   568,100 
Average shareholders' equity  63,855   59,866   63,126   59,814 
Nonperforming loans  715   2,606   715   2,606 
Total nonperforming assets  715   2,606   715   2,606 
Troubled debt restructures (accruing)  2,449   1,591   2,449   1,591 
         
Selected Ratios:        
Return on average assets (1)  0.75%  1.01%  0.84%  1.11%
Return on average common shareholders' equity (1)  7.36%  9.79%  8.30%  10.79%
Efficiency ratio (3)  68.34%  61.61%  69.05%  59.94%
Net interest margin (1)  3.64%  3.69%  3.66%  3.75%
Common equity tier 1 capital ratio  10.7%  11.3%  10.7%  11.3%
Tier 1 capital ratio  10.7%  11.3%  10.7%  11.3%
Total capital ratio  13.0%  12.5%  13.0%  12.5%
Tier 1 leverage ratio  9.5%  10.0%  9.5%  10.0%
Common dividend payout ratio (4)  62.12%  49.83%  56.06%  45.49%
Average shareholders' equity to average assets  10.25%  10.31%  10.09%  10.32%
Nonperforming loans to total loans  0.13%  0.55%  0.13%  0.55%
Nonperforming assets to total assets  0.11%  0.44%  0.11%  0.44%
Allowance for loan losses to total loans  1.17%  1.23%  1.17%  1.23%
Allowance for loan losses to nonperforming loans  885.39%  221.60%  885.39%  221.60%
     
(1) Annualized.        
(2) Total shareholders' equity divided by total common shares outstanding.    
(3) Non-interest expenses to net interest and non-interest income, net of securities gains and losses.    
(4) Common dividends divided by net income available for common shareholders.    

Contact: Jim Brush, President and CEO, Summit State Bank (707) 568-4920