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Dec 31, 2023
Wintrust Q4 2023 Earnings Report
Wintrust announced record annual net income and reported quarterly net income for Q4 2023.
Key Takeaways
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.
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Forward Guidance
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.
Positive Outlook
- Opportunities in markets exist to grow earning assets and deposits.
- Net interest margin is expected to stay within expected range.
- Leveraging customer relationships, market positioning, diversified products and competitive rates will continue to generate deposits to fuel balance sheet growth.
- Total loans as of December 31, 2023 were $770 million higher than average total loans in the fourth quarter of 2023, which, coupled with a stable net interest margin, is expected to help contribute to momentum into the first quarter of 2024.
- Company continues to win business and expand franchise.
Challenges Ahead
- Future performance depends on the pace and magnitude of potential interest rate changes.
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