National Bankshares, Inc. reported a net income of $9.31 million, or $1.57 per common share, for the fourth quarter of 2022. The company's performance was bolstered by a gain on the sale of a private equity investment.
Net income for the fourth quarter was $9.31 million, or $1.57 per common share.
Sale of a private equity investment generated a gain of $3.82 million before tax and $3.02 million after tax during the fourth quarter of 2022.
Core net income for the fourth quarter was $6.29 million, or $1.06 per common share.
Customer deposits decreased $27.92 million from September 30, 2022 to December 31, 2022.
If the Federal Reserve increases rates or holds rates steady, National Bankshares expects increased yields on adjustable-rate and new earning assets, as well as increased deposit costs.