Origin Bancorp, Inc. reported solid results for the first quarter of 2025, with net income increasing to $22.4 million, up 57.0% from the linked quarter. The diluted EPS was $0.71, and the net interest margin expanded by 11 basis points. The company's 'Optimize Origin' initiative is progressing well, aiming for sustainable elite-level financial performance.
Net income for Q1 2025 was $22.4 million, a significant increase of 57.0% compared to the linked quarter.
Diluted earnings per share (EPS) for Q1 2025 was $0.71, up from $0.46 in the linked quarter.
Net interest income reached $78.5 million, its highest level in eight quarters, with a net interest margin (NIM-FTE) of 3.44%.
The 'Optimize Origin' initiative is expected to drive an annual earnings improvement of approximately $23.4 million on a pre-tax pre-provision basis.
Origin Bancorp, Inc. expects to achieve a ROAA run rate greater than 1% by Q4 2025 and an ultimate target of top quartile ROAA, driven by strategic initiatives.