Virginia National Bankshares Corporation reported a strong first quarter in 2025, with net income increasing to $4.5 million, or $0.83 per diluted share, up from $3.6 million, or $0.68 per diluted share, in the prior year. This growth was primarily due to increased net interest income from higher average loan balances and decreased interest expense.
Net income increased by 23% year-over-year to $4.5 million.
Diluted EPS rose to $0.83 from $0.68 in the prior year's first quarter.
Net interest margin (FTE) improved to 3.28% from 2.93% in the prior year.
The quarterly cash dividend was increased by 9.1% to $0.36 per share.
The Company's focus on loan growth and reducing operating expenses in 2024 has positioned the Bank for a strong 2025, with solid credit quality metrics and capital and liquidity positions, and a commitment to providing a fair return to shareholders through increased dividends.