Fidelity D & D Bancorp reported a decrease in net income for Q4 2019, primarily due to merger-related expenses. However, adjusted net income, excluding these expenses, showed an increase driven by higher non-interest income. The company's total assets grew to over $1 billion during 2019.
Net income decreased by 5% to $2.7 million compared to the same period in 2018.
Diluted earnings per share were $0.71, down from $0.75 in Q4 2018.
Return on average assets (ROA) was 1.06%, and return on average equity (ROE) was 10.19%.
Net interest income increased slightly by 1% to $8.0 million.
The Company will focus on increasing assets by continuing to use its relationship management strategy and acquisition strategy to grow loans and deposits and achieve profitable returns.
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