CW Bancorp Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

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May 01, 2025, 08:07 ET

IRVINE, Calif., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CW Bancorp (OTCQX: CWBK), the parent company ("the Company") of CommerceWest Bank (the "Bank") reported consolidated net income for the first quarter of 2025 of $2,935,000 or $0.97 per diluted share as compared to $2,993,000 or $0.96 per diluted share for the first quarter of 2024, an EPS increase of 1%.

Key Financial Results for the three months ended March 31, 2025:

EPS of $0.97
Return on Assets of 1.07%
Return on Tangible Equity of 14.16%
Net interest income growth of 10%
Quarter over quarter loan growth of 12%
Quarter over quarter deposit growth of 5%
ACL to total loans ratio of 1.42%
Liquid funds to total deposits ratio of 13%
No outstanding FRB or FHLB borrowings
Non-interest-bearing deposits to total deposits of 59%
Leverage ratio of 12.35% and total risk-based capital ratio of 18.01%
61 quarters of consecutive profits

Mr. Ivo A. Tjan, Chairman and CEO commented, "The Company delivered solid financial results for the quarter, highlighted by double digit loan and net interest income growth. At the same time, we maintained a strong allowance for credit losses at 1.42% and upheld our commitment to prudent underwriting standards. We are also proud to have achieved 12% loan growth and 5% deposit growth despite a challenging economic environment." Mr. Tjan continued, "With our fortress balance sheet approach, CommerceWest Bank is well positioned to continue serving as a source of strength for our clients and the California business community. I would like to sincerely thank our dedicated team members whose hard work and commitment made these strong results possible."

Total asset increased $51.8 million as of March 31, 2025, an increase of 5% as compared to the same period one year ago. Total loans increased $84.5 million as of March 31, 2025, an increase of 12% from the prior year. Cash and due from banks decreased $43.3 million or 21% from the prior year. Total investment securities increased $9.5 million, an increase of 6% from prior year.

Total deposits increased $44.5 million as of March 31, 2025, an increase of 5% from March 31, 2024. Non-interest-bearing deposits decreased $187,000 as of March 31, 2025, a slight decrease over the prior year. Interest bearing deposits increased $44.7 million as of March 31, 2025, an increase of 12% from the prior year.

Interest income was $13,437,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to $12,242,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024, an increase of 10%. Interest expense was $3,393,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to $3,114,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024, an increase of 9%. Interest expense was up for the quarter primarily due to the increase in interest bearing deposits.

Net interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $10,044,000 compared to $9,128,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024, an increase of 10%. The net interest margin increased for the three months ended March 31, 2025. It increased from 3.79% in 2024 to 3.87% in 2025, an increase of 2%.

Provision for credit losses were zero for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and March 31, 2024.

Non-interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $1,245,000 compared to $1,208,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 3%.

Non-interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $7,175,000 compared to $6,177,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 16%.

The efficiency ratio for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was 63.22% compared to 59.42% in 2024, which represents an increase of 6%. The efficiency ratio illustrates that for every dollar made for the three-month period ending March 31, 2025, it costs $0.6322 to make it, as compared to $0.5942 one year ago.

Capital ratio for the Bank remain above the level required for a "well capitalized" institution as designated by regulatory agencies. As of March 31, 2025, the tier 1 leverage ratio was 12.35%, the common equity tier 1 capital ratio was 16.76%, the tier 1 risk-based capital ratio was 16.76% and the total risk-based capital ratio was 18.01%.

CommerceWest Bank is determined to redefine banking for small and medium sized businesses by delivering on customized products and services. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the Bank serves businesses throughout the state of California with our digital banking platform. By employing a strategically selected team of experienced professionals, we will provide flexibility, create a complete, safe and sound banking experience for each client. We provide a wide range of commercial banking services, including remote deposit solution, NetBanker online banking, mobile banking, lines of credit, M&A / working capital loans, commercial real estate loans, SBA loans and treasury management services.

Mission Statement: CommerceWest Bank will create a complete banking experience for each client, catering to businesses and their specific banking needs, while accommodating our clients and providing them high-quality, low stress and personally tailored banking and financial services.

Please visit www.cwbk.com to learn more about the bank. "BANK ON THE DIFFERENCE"

Statements concerning future performance, developments or events, expectations for growth and income forecasts, and any other guidance on future periods, constitute forward-looking statements that are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from stated expectations. Specific factors include, but are not limited to, loan production, balance sheet management, expanded net interest margin, the ability to control costs and expenses, interest rate changes, financial policies of the United States government and general economic conditions. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any such factors or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained in this release to reflect future events or developments.

FIRST QUARTER REPORT - March 31, 2025 (Unaudited)

CW BANCORP			%
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET			Increase
(dollars in thousands)	March 31, 2025	March 31, 2024	(Decrease)

ASSETS
Cash and due from banks	$ 159,966	$ 203,263	-21 %
Securities available for sale	135,157	110,661	22 %
Securities held to maturity	26,556	41,577	-36 %

Loans	802,181	717,692	12 %
Less allowance for credit losses (ACL)	(11,355)	(11,562)	-2 %
Loans, net	790,826	706,130	12 %

Bank premises and equipment, net	3,324	4,199	-21 %
Other assets	35,778	33,988	5 %
Total assets	$ 1,151,607	$ 1,099,818	5 %

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Non-interest bearing deposits	$ 587,167	$ 587,354	0 %
Interest bearing deposits	414,900	370,210	12 %
Total deposits	1,002,067	957,564	5 %

Subordinated debenture	50,000	50,000	0 %
Other liabilities	12,141	13,285	-9 %
	1,064,208	1,020,849	4 %
Stockholders' equity	87,399	78,969	11 %
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$ 1,151,607	$ 1,099,818	5 %

Shares outstanding at end of period	2,983,223	3,049,831
Book value per share	$ 32.46	$ 29.12
Total loans to total deposits	80.05 %	74.95 %
ACL to total loans	1.42 %	1.61 %
Nonperforming assets (non-accrual loans & OREO)	$ 7,251	$ 4,648

COMMERCEWEST BANK CAPITAL RATIOS:
Tier 1 leverage ratio	12.35 %	12.58 %
Common equity tier 1 capital ratio	16.76 %	18.74 %
Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio	16.76 %	18.74 %
Total risk-based capital ratio	18.01 %	19.99 %

CW BANCORP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME (Unaudited)	Three Months Ended		Increase
(dollars in thousands except share and per share data)	March 31, 2025	March 31, 2024	(Decrease)

INTEREST INCOME
Loans	$ 10,981	$ 9,809	12 %
Investment securities	1,338	1,117	20 %
Fed funds sold and other	1,118	1,316	-15 %
Total interest income	13,437	12,242	10 %

INTEREST EXPENSE
Deposits	2,924	2,645	11 %
Subordinated debenture	469	469	0 %
Total interest expense	3,393	3,114	9 %

NET INTEREST INCOME BEFORE CREDIT LOSS PROVISION	10,044	9,128	10 %

PROVISION FOR CREDIT LOSSES	-	-	-

NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER CREDIT LOSS PROVISION	10,044	9,128	10 %

NON-INTEREST INCOME
Service Charges and Fees on Deposits	1,029	905	14 %
Other Fees	216	303	-29 %

NON-INTEREST EXPENSE	7,175	6,177	16 %

EARNINGS BEFORE INCOME TAXES	4,114	4,159	-1 %

INCOME TAXES	1,179	1,166	1 %


NET INCOME	$ 2,935	$ 2,993	-2 %

Basic earnings per share	$ 0.98	$ 0.97	1 %
Diluted earnings per share	$ 0.97	$ 0.96	1 %
Return on Assets	1.07 %	1.18 %	-9 %
Return on Equity	13.66 %	15.13 %	-10 %
Return on Tangible Equity	14.16 %	15.74 %	-10 %
Efficiency Ratio	63.22 %	59.42 %	6 %

CW BANCORP
CONSOLIDATED AVERAGE BALANCE SHEET and YIELD ANALYSIS

	Three Months Ended March 31,
	2025			2024
	Average Balance	Interest Income / Expense	Yield / Cost	Average Balance	Interest Income / Expense	Yield / Cost
	(dollars in thousands)
INTEREST EARNING ASSETS
Int Bearing Due from Banks & FFS	$ 89,519	$ 981	4.44 %	$ 86,162	$ 1,168	5.45 %
Investment Securities (1)	165,486	1,396	3.42 %	160,397	1,177	2.95 %
Loans	796,856	10,981	5.59 %	721,270	9,809	5.47 %
FHLB & Other Stocks	7,100	138	7.88 %	7,100	147	8.33 %
Total interest-earning assets	1,058,961	13,496	5.17 %	974,929	12,301	5.07 %

Noninterest-earning assets	50,612			48,985
Total assets	$ 1,109,573			$ 1,023,914


INTEREST EARNING LIABILITIES
Interest Bearing Deposits	$ 409,640	$ 2,924	2.89 %	338,731	2,645	3.14 %
Subordinated Debenture	50,000	469	3.75 %	50,000	469	3.75 %
Total interest-earning liabilities	459,640	3,393	2.99 %	388,731	3,114	3.22 %

Noninterest-earning liabilities
Demand Deposits	549,970			541,533
Other Liabilities	12,828			14,107
Shareholders' Equity	87,135			79,543
Total liabilities and shareholder's equity	$ 1,109,573			$ 1,023,914

Net Interest Spread		$ 10,103	2.18 %		$ 9,187	1.85 %
Net Interest Margin			3.87 %			3.79 %

Total Deposits	$ 959,610	$ 2,924	1.24 %	$ 880,264	$ 2,645	1.21 %
Total Funding Costs	$ 1,009,610	$ 3,393	1.36 %	$ 930,264	$ 3,114	1.35 %

(1) Amounts calculated on a fully taxable equivalent basis using the current statutory federal tax rate