Wintrust Financial Corporation reported a net income of $123.5 million, or $1.87 per diluted common share, for the fourth quarter of 2023. The results were highlighted by record net interest income and growth in the loan portfolio. The company also recognized an accrual of $34.4 million for the FDIC special assessment and a $9.7 million unfavorable net valuation adjustment from mortgage-related assets.
Net interest margin increased by two basis points to 3.62%.
Total loans increased by $686 million, or 7% annualized.
Total deposits increased by $404 million, or 4% annualized.
Net charge-offs totaled $14.9 million or 14 basis points of average total loans on an annualized basis.
Wintrust expects to maintain its net interest margin within a narrow range around current levels during the first quarter of 2024 and stay relatively stable for the remainder of 2024, depending on the pace and magnitude of potential interest rate changes. The combination of balance sheet growth and a stable net interest margin is expected to result in continued growth of net interest income.