Mercantile Bank Corporation reported a strong third quarter with a net income of $20.9 million, or $1.30 per diluted share, compared to $16.0 million, or $1.01 per diluted share, for the same period last year. The results were propelled by enhanced net interest income, which was up nearly 16 percent due to a higher net interest margin and growth in the commercial loan and residential mortgage loan portfolios.
Net interest income increased significantly due to a higher net interest margin and loan growth.
Key fee income categories experienced noteworthy increases.
Commercial loan and residential mortgage loan portfolios continued to grow.
Asset quality metrics remained strong with sustained low levels of nonperforming assets, past due loans, and loan charge-offs.
Mercantile anticipates continued loan growth and strong financial results, supported by solid capital levels and asset quality, despite potential economic challenges.