Mercantile Bank Corporation reported a net income of $19.6 million for the third quarter of 2024, a slight decrease compared to $20.9 million in the same period last year. The bank saw growth in local deposits and commercial loans, reflecting a focus on relationship banking. Net revenue remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease in net interest income offset by an increase in noninterest income.
Net income was $19.6 million, or $1.22 per diluted share, compared to $20.9 million, or $1.30 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2023.
Net revenue was $58.0 million, slightly down from $58.2 million in the prior-year quarter.
Total deposits increased by $309 million during the third quarter of 2024.
Nonperforming assets totaled $9.9 million, or 0.2% of total assets.
Mercantile Bank anticipates continued commercial loan portfolio expansion and focuses on lowering the loan-to-deposit ratio. They expect solid originations in future periods, supported by a strong commercial loan pipeline.