First Bancorp reported a strong fourth quarter with net income of $38.4 million, or $1.08 per diluted common share, compared to $10.5 million, or $0.30 per diluted common share, in the fourth quarter of 2021. The company's credit quality remained strong and total loans outstanding increased by $139.9 million during the quarter.
Net income was $38.4 million, or $1.08 per diluted common share.
Total loans outstanding increased by $139.9 million (8.5% annualized).
Nonperforming assets to total assets ratio decreased to 0.36%.
Net interest income for the fourth quarter of 2022 was $84.4 million.
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