Merchants Bancorp reported a significant increase in net income for Q4 2019, driven by growth in net interest income and gain on sale of loans. Total assets and deposits also saw substantial increases compared to the previous year.
Net income increased by 95% compared to Q4 2018, reaching $30.1 million, or $0.92 per common share.
Net interest income increased by 56% due to growth in mortgage warehouse loans.
Gain on sale of loans increased by 31% due to higher growth in multi-family loans.
Total assets grew by 64% compared to December 31, 2018, reaching $6.4 billion.
The Company did not provide specific forward guidance but expressed optimism about meeting customer and community needs, achieving growth and profit goals, and providing enhanced shareholder value in 2020.