First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. reported a net income of $58.4 million, or $0.57 per share, for the first quarter of 2024. The results were generally in line with expectations, positioning the company well for the remainder of the year. The company's board of directors declared a dividend of $0.47 per common share.
Criticized loans decreased $58.3 million, driven by loan upgrades and payoffs.
Non-performing assets increased $61.6 million, driven primarily by one non-accrual commercial and industrial loan relationship.
Loans held for investment decreased $76.8 million, driven by seasonal declines in agriculture loans.
Total deposits decreased $513.1 million, primarily due to seasonal declines in business deposits and selective run-off of two higher-cost municipal accounts.
First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. expects to continue to generate improvements in capital ratios and maintain a healthy dividend for shareholders. They remain confident in their ability to generate solid returns, given strong levels of capital and liquidity, adequate allowance for credit loss levels, and continued expense control.