Financial Institutions, Inc. delivered a strong third quarter in 2025, marked by record net interest income and robust noninterest income. The company achieved significant net interest margin expansion and solid loan and deposit growth, contributing to improved profitability and capital ratios. Credit quality metrics remained solid, with a decrease in annualized net charge-offs to average loans compared to the linked quarter.
Net income available to common shareholders reached $20.1 million, or $0.99 per diluted share, in Q3 2025.
Net interest margin expanded to 3.65%, a 76 basis point increase from the year-ago quarter, and net interest income hit an all-time quarterly high of $51.8 million.
Total loans grew by $54.4 million (1.2%) from the linked quarter to $4.59 billion, driven by commercial loan growth.
Regulatory and tangible capital ratios significantly improved on both a linked quarter and year-over-year basis, with the common equity to assets ratio at 9.61% and tangible common equity to tangible assets at 8.74%.
The company anticipates continued momentum from its year-to-date performance to support a strong finish to 2025 and sustained incremental performance in 2026. They plan to continue investing in and growing their commercial, consumer, and wealth business lines, while also evaluating options for their subordinated debt.