First US Bancshares, Inc. reported a sequential improvement in net income for Q4 2025, driven by better credit metrics and a stable net interest margin. While full-year 2025 net income declined compared to 2024, the company highlighted progress in resolving credit issues and strengthening its capital position.
Fourth quarter net income improved by 10% compared to the prior quarter ($2.1M vs $1.9M).
positiveFourth quarter net income improved by 24% compared to the fourth quarter of 2024 ($2.1M vs $1.7M).
positiveSubstantial decreases in both net charge-offs (0.08% in 4Q2025 vs 0.61% in 3Q2025) and nonperforming assets (0.14% of total assets in 4Q2025 vs 0.50% in 4Q2024).
positiveTotal deposits increased by $25.5 million, or 2.5%, during 4Q2025.
positiveShareholders' equity increased to $105.6 million, or 9.15% of total assets, up from 8.96% in the prior year.
positiveThe company declared cash dividends totaling $0.28 per share for the year ended December 31, 2025, an increase from $0.22 per share in the prior year.
positiveFull-year 2025 net income totaled $6.0 million, a decrease from $8.2 million in the prior year.
negativeDiluted EPS for the full year 2025 was $1.00, down from $1.33 in the prior year.
negativeTotal loans decreased by $14.5 million in 4Q2025, primarily due to decreases in commercial real estate, construction, and indirect consumer categories.
attentionNet interest margin decreased to 3.54% for the full year 2025 from 3.59% in 2024.
attentionFor the year ended December 31, 2025, annualized net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans totaled 0.41% compared to 0.14% for the year ended December 31, 2024.
attentionNon-interest expense increased by 2.5% for the full year 2025 ($29.1M vs $28.4M), primarily due to increases in salaries and benefits and fees for professional services.
attentionMargin expansion indicates improving profitability and operational efficiency. Measured in basis points (bps): 100 bps = 1.0%.
We are pleased to conclude 2025 with a quarter of continued strong earnings growth.
Fourth quarter net income improved by 10% compared to the prior quarter and 24% compared to the fourth quarter of 2024.
we saw continued improvement in loan portfolio credit metrics, with substantial decreases in both net charge-offs and nonperforming assets.
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