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Mar 31, 2024
Westamerica Q1 2024 Earnings Report
Westamerica Bancorporation's net income decreased in the first quarter of 2024, with EPS at $1.37.
Key Takeaways
Westamerica Bancorporation reported a net income of $36.4 million and EPS of $1.37 for Q1 2024. The company benefited from a low-cost deposit base and maintained well-controlled operating expenses.
Net income for Q1 2024 was $36.4 million, with EPS at $1.37.
47% of the deposit base was represented by non-interest bearing checking accounts.
The annualized cost of funding loan and bond portfolios was 0.20%.
Nonperforming assets remained relatively stable at $1.5 million.
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