First Bancorp reported a net income of $29.7 million for Q4 2023, a decrease compared to both the linked quarter and the same period last year. The company focused on maintaining customer relationships and managing risk, while also seeing growth in loans.
Loans totaled $8.2 billion, with a quarterly growth of $123.1 million, representing an annualized growth rate of 6.1%.
Noninterest-bearing demand accounts remained strong, accounting for 34% of total deposits.
Total loan yield increased to 5.39%, a rise of 77 basis points from Q4 2022.
Credit quality remained strong, with a nonperforming assets to total assets ratio of 0.37%.
First Bancorp will focus on serving customers, managing risk, and pursuing opportunities in 2024, building on a successful 2023.