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Mar 31

Westamerica Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Westamerica Bancorporation reported solid Q1 2025 earnings with stable credit quality and controlled expenses.

Key Takeaways

Westamerica Bancorporation delivered a strong Q1 2025, with EPS of $1.16 and revenue slightly beating expectations. Net income remained robust at $31 million, supported by a low funding cost and efficient operations.

Net income reached $31,037,000 with a diluted EPS of $1.16.

Total revenue was $66,710,000, supported by strong net interest income.

Funding costs remained low at 0.24%, reflecting efficient deposit management.

Nonperforming assets remained minimal at $277,000, showing strong credit quality.

Total Revenue
$66.7M
Previous year: $76.2M
-12.4%
EPS
$1.16
Previous year: $1.37
-15.3%
Net Interest Margin
3.9%
Previous year: 4.3%
-9.3%
Funding Cost
0.24%
Previous year: 0.2%
+20.0%
Return on Equity
11.9%
Previous year: 15.2%
-21.7%
Cash and Equivalents
$727M
Previous year: $15.9M
+4474.4%
Total Assets
$5.97B
Previous year: $6.46B
-7.7%

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Forward Guidance

No specific forward guidance provided, but liquidity, capital strength, and funding remain in focus.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong liquidity with $727 million in cash
  • 46% of deposits in non-interest bearing accounts
  • Stable credit quality with low nonperforming loans
  • Efficient cost control with expenses at 38% of revenue
  • High capital ratios and no current borrowing from the Fed

Challenges Ahead

  • Revenue and net income declined year-over-year
  • Net interest margin compressed versus prior year
  • Loan balances decreased by 7.5% YoY
  • Deposit base contracted by 7.8% YoY
  • Continued pressure on interest income from securities