Macatawa Bank Corporation Reports Record Annual Earnings and Fourth Quarter EPS of $0.36
HOLLAND, Mich., Jan. 15, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Macatawa Bank Corporation (Nasdaq:MCBC) today announced net income for the fourth quarter of 2006. Net income for the quarter was $5.90 million, a 6% increase over fourth quarter 2005 net income of $5.54 million. Diluted earnings per share totaled $0.36 for the quarter compared to $0.34 for the fourth quarter of 2005. The results for the fourth quarter represent a 1.16% ROA and a 14.87% ROE. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2006 increased 10% to a record $22.89 million, or $1.38 per diluted share, as compared to 2005 net income of $20.89 million, or $1.27 per diluted share. The annual results for 2006 represent a 1.16% ROA and 15.11% ROE.
"During a period when growth in profit margins for banks remains difficult, our business model continues to drive strong results," commented Ben Smith, Chairman and CEO. "Solid progress at growing our other revenue sources and disciplined expense control were important accomplishments for the quarter," added Mr. Smith. Led by trust and investment services revenue, non-interest income was up 10% compared to the third quarter and 16% compared to the fourth quarter of 2005. Over the same periods, non-interest expense remained flat compared to the third quarter and was up only 4% compared to the fourth quarter of 2005.
"We also continue to identify opportunities for quality growth within our markets," added Mr. Smith. After reporting last quarter a record $86 million increase in deposits from within its markets, the Company grew these deposits another $20 million during the fourth quarter. In addition, the Company achieved another quarter of loan growth in excess of $30 million. For the whole year, total assets increased $210 million to $2.08 billion at December 31, 2006. Total loans increased $168 million or 11% and total deposits increased $160 million or 11% for the year.
Fourth quarter net interest income totaled $17.0 million, an increase of $644,000 compared to the fourth quarter of 2005. The improvement in net interest income was driven primarily by an increase in average earning assets offset by a decline in the net interest margin. Average earning assets grew by 11% or $192.8 million from the fourth quarter of 2005 to the fourth quarter of 2006. The net interest margin was 3.55% for the quarter, down 7 basis points from 3.62% for the third quarter of 2006 and 27 basis points from 3.82% for the fourth quarter of 2005. The cost of funds rose more than the yield on assets and was the primary reason for the decline in net interest margin. Although stabilizing, deposit customers continue to shift into higher costing deposit products within the generally high rate environment. At the same time, the yield on loans moderated since the Federal Open Market Committee stopped raising short-term interest rates during the third quarter of 2006.
Non-interest income was $3.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2006, an increase of $537,000 compared to the fourth quarter of 2005. A decline in mortgage sale gains was more than offset by increases in revenue from trust, investment and other financial services as the Company continues to gain new customers in these service areas.
Non-interest expense was $11.2 million for the quarter, up slightly compared to $10.8 million for the fourth quarter of 2005. For the past four quarters, the Company has been able to manage its overhead costs at just over $11.0 million per quarter despite its continued commitment to expansion. Compared to the prior year quarter, the increase in non-interest expense primarily relates to an increase of $470,000 in salaries and benefits. This increase included $110,000 in stock option compensation expense related to the adoption of FAS 123, Revised beginning January 1, 2006. The remainder of the increase was related to additional staffing in each line of business and in support departments consistent with growth of the Bank. While maintaining its expenses yet growing its revenues, the Company improved its efficiency ratio as the year progressed. From 56.82% for the first quarter, the efficiency ratio has steadily declined in each quarter to a level of 53.78% in the final quarter of the year.
The provision for loan losses was $1,025,000 for the quarter compared to $795,000 for the fourth quarter of 2005. Annualized net charge-offs were 0.05% of average loans for the quarter, down from 0.09% for the fourth quarter of 2005. Non-performing assets to total assets increased to 1.21% at December 31, 2006 compared to 0.42% at September 30, 2006 and 0.26% at December 31, 2005.
One large commercial relationship, consisting of loans with a balance of approximately $15.2 million, came due in September of 2006. The loans were not able to be renewed by December 31, 2006 due to their size and complexity, and accordingly, are the reason for the increase in non-performing assets. Because the loans were more than 90 days past due at December 31, 2006, management was required to include the loans in the non-performing category under regulatory requirements. However, such loans, secured primarily by real estate, were still accruing interest as management expects to collect all amounts owed. An agreement has occurred between the Bank and the borrower, a land development partnership, and the new loans are expected to close during January of 2007. The agreement included the investment of a substantial amount of additional equity in the project by the borrower.
The allowance for loan losses was 1.36% of total loans at December 31, 2006 and December 31, 2005. The Company remained well-capitalized at December 31, 2006 with a total risk-based capital ratio of 11.0%.
Mr. Smith concluded on the full year results, "We made great strides in 2006 at expanding our reach throughout West Michigan, developing and enhancing each of our lines of business and investing in our future. Despite the slow economy in West Michigan and the difficult interest rate environment, we have had a great year and are optimistic this positive momentum will carry into 2007."
Conference Call
Macatawa Bank Corporation will hold its quarterly earnings conference call on Tuesday, January 16, 2007, at 10:00 A.M. Persons who wish to access the call may do so via the Internet by visiting www.macatawabank.com and clicking on the webcast link in the Investor Information section. It may also be accessed by logging on to www.streetevents.com. A replay of the call will be available for 30 days following the call.
Headquartered in Holland, Michigan, Macatawa Bank Corporation is the parent company for Macatawa Bank. Through its banking subsidiary, the Corporation offers a full range of banking, investment and trust services to individuals, businesses, and governmental entities from a network of 24 full service branches located in communities in Kent County, Ottawa County, and northern Allegan County. Services include commercial, consumer and real estate financing; business and personal deposit services, ATM's and Internet banking services, trust and employee benefit plan services, and various investment services. The Corporation emphasizes its local management team and decision making, along with providing customers excellent service and superior financial products.
"CAUTIONARY STATEMENT: This press release contains certain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, economic, competitive, governmental and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services, and pricing. These statements include, among others, statements related to future growth and funding sources, future profitability levels, the effects on earnings of changes in interest rates and the future level of other revenue sources. Annualized growth rates are not intended to imply future growth at those rates. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Further information concerning our business, including additional factors that could materially affect our financial results, is included in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission."
MACATAWA BANK CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL SUMMARY
(Unaudited)
(Dollars in thousands except per share information)
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31 December 31
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EARNINGS SUMMARY 2006 2005 2006 2005
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Total interest income $35,589 $29,087 $133,506 $105,395
Total interest expense 18,544 12,686 66,089 42,558
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Net interest income 17,045 16,401 67,417 62,837
Provision for loan loss 1,025 795 3,015 3,675
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Net interest income after
provision for loan loss 16,020 15,606 64,402 59,162
NON-INTEREST INCOME
Deposit service charges 1,231 1,185 4,874 4,323
Gain on sale of loans 433 544 1,721 2,336
Trust fees 1,096 744 3,589 2,921
Other 1,091 841 3,993 3,424
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Total non-interest income 3,851 3,314 14,177 13,004
NON-INTEREST EXPENSE
Salaries and benefits 6,268 5,798 24,791 22,388
Occupancy 928 852 3,558 3,239
Furniture and equipment 859 793 3,221 2,975
Other 3,182 3,370 13,343 12,821
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Total non-interest expense 11,237 10,813 44,913 41,423
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Income before income tax 8,634 8,107 33,666 30,743
Federal income tax expense 2,734 2,565 10,780 9,854
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Net income $ 5,900 $ 5,542 $ 22,886 $ 20,889
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Basic earnings per share $ 0.36 $ 0.34 $ 1.41 $ 1.30
Diluted earnings per share $ 0.36 $ 0.34 $ 1.38 $ 1.27
Return on average assets 1.16% 1.20% 1.16% 1.17%
Return on average equity 14.87% 15.69% 15.11% 15.30%
Net interest margin 3.55% 3.82% 3.67% 3.81%
Efficiency ratio 53.78% 54.85% 55.04% 54.62%
BALANCE SHEET DATA December 31 December 31
Assets 2006 2005
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Cash and due from banks $ 39,882 $ 49,101
Securities available for sale 198,546 156,696
Securities held to maturity 2,711 3,907
Federal Home Loan Bank Stock 12,275 13,910
Loans held for sale 1,547 2,331
Total loans 1,716,150 1,547,879
Less allowance for loan loss 23,259 20,992
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Net loans 1,692,891 1,526,887
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Premises and equipment, net 60,731 53,028
Acquisition intangibles 25,478 25,856
Bank-owned life insurance 21,843 20,814
Other assets 23,612 17,460
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Total Assets $2,079,516 $1,869,990
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Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
Noninterest-bearing deposits $ 180,032 $ 188,762
Interest-bearing deposits 1,487,525 1,319,010
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Total deposits 1,667,557 1,507,772
Federal funds purchased 11,990 25,809
Other borrowed funds 192,018 145,161
Long-term debt 41,238 41,238
Other liabilities 6,809 8,266
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Total Liabilities 1,919,612 1,728,246
Shareholders' equity 159,904 141,744
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Total Liabilities and Shareholders'
Equity $2,079,516 $1,869,990
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MACATAWA BANK CORPORATION
SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA
(Unaudited)
(Dollars in thousands except per share information)
Quarterly
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4th Qtr 3rd Qtr 2nd Qtr 1st Qtr 4th Qtr
2006 2006 2006 2006 2005
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EARNINGS SUMMARY
Net interest
income $ 17,045 $ 17,083 $ 16,975 $ 16,314 $ 16,401
Provision
for loan
loss 1,025 490 800 700 795
Total
non-interest
income 3,851 3,503 3,629 3,194 3,314
Total
non-interest
expense 11,237 11,257 11,333 11,085 10,813
Income taxes 2,734 2,830 2,715 2,501 2,565
Net income $ 5,900 $ 6,009 $ 5,756 $ 5,222 $ 5,542
Basic
earnings
per share $ 0.36 $ 0.37 $ 0.36 $0.32 $ 0.34
Diluted
earnings
per share $ 0.36 $ 0.36 $ 0.35 $0.32 $ 0.34
MARKET DATA
Book value
per share $ 9.85 $ 9.56 $ 9.13 $ 8.97 $ 8.80
Market value
per share $ 21.26 $ 22.89 $ 23.39 $ 24.07 $ 23.10
Average basic
common
shares 16,227,588 16,214,390 16,200,172 16,164,946 16,100,083
Average
diluted
common
shares 16,553,239 16,557,849 16,542,131 16,568,345 16,520,970
Period end
common
shares 16,233,179 16,221,682 16,205,196 16,188,015 16,109,087
PERFORMANCE RATIOS
Return on
average
assets 1.16% 1.20% 1.18% 1.11% 1.20%
Return on
average
equity 14.87% 15.69% 15.53% 14.34% 15.69%
Net interest
margin (FTE) 3.55% 3.62% 3.74% 3.78% 3.82%
Efficiency
ratio 53.78% 54.68% 55.00% 56.82% 54.85%
ASSET QUALITY
Net
charge-offs $ 194 $ 208 $ 46 $ 300 $ 329
Nonperforming
loans $21,795 $ 5,768 $ 5,781 $ 5,545 $ 4,204
Other real
estate and
repossessed
assets $ 3,293 $ 2,758 $ 1,725 $ 1,401 $ 692
Nonperforming
loans to
total loans 1.27% 0.34% 0.35% 0.35% 0.27%
Nonperforming
assets to
total assets 1.21% 0.42% 0.38% 0.36% 0.26%
Net charge-offs
to average
loans
(annualized) 0.05% 0.05% 0.01% 0.08% 0.09%
Allowance for
loan loss
to total
loans 1.36% 1.33% 1.34% 1.35% 1.36%
CAPITAL & LIQUIDITY
Average equity
to average
assets 7.77% 7.62% 7.61% 7.76% 7.66%
Tier 1 capital
to
risk-weighted
assets 9.64% 9.59% 9.49% 9.69% 9.69%
Total capital
to
risk-weighted
assets 11.00% 10.95% 10.85% 11.06% 11.07%
Loans to
deposits +
Other borrowed
funds 92.29% 91.69% 93.88% 94.52% 93.64%
END OF PERIOD
BALANCES
Total
portfolio
loans $1,716,150 $1,682,359 $1,653,035 $1,590,138 $1,547,879
Earning
assets 1,926,435 1,897,447 1,841,812 1,776,486 1,725,832
Total
assets 2,079,516 2,041,031 1,981,318 1,903,965 1,869,990
Deposits 1,667,557 1,632,816 1,573,101 1,542,567 1,507,772
Total
shareholders'
equity 159,904 155,125 147,899 145,153 141,744
AVERAGE
BALANCES
Total
portfolio
loans $1,686,139 $1,664,378 $1,626,102 $1,563,277 $1,528,007
Earning
assets 1,903,566 1,873,191 1,815,807 1,743,952 1,710,742
Total
assets 2,042,005 2,010,840 1,949,399 1,876,713 1,843,737
Deposits 1,616,606 1,605,567 1,556,712 1,517,460 1,445,437
Total
shareholders'
equity 158,716 153,147 148,252 145,639 141,311
Year to Date
2006 2005
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EARNINGS SUMMARY
Net interest income $ 67,417 $ 62,837
Provision for loan loss 3,015 3,675
Total non-interest income 14,177 13,004
Total non-interest expense 44,913 41,423
Income taxes 10,780 9,854
Net income $ 22,886 $ 20,889
Basic earnings per share $ 1.41 $ 1.30
Diluted earnings per share $ 1.38 $ 1.27
MARKET DATA
Book value per share $ 9.85 $ 8.80
Market value per share $ 22.89 $ 23.10
Average basic common shares 16,201,514 16,060,600
Average diluted common shares 16,551,879 16,485,069
Period end common shares 16,233,179 16,109,087
PERFORMANCE RATIOS
Return on average assets 1.16% 1.17%
Return on average equity 15.11% 15.30%
Net interest margin (FTE) 3.67% 3.81%
Efficiency ratio 55.04% 54.62%
ASSET QUALITY
Net charge-offs $ 748 $ 1,934
Nonperforming loans $ 21,795 $ 4,204
Other real estate and repossessed assets $ 3,293 $ 692
Nonperforming loans to total loans 1.27% 0.27%
Nonperforming assets to total assets 1.21% 0.26%
Net charge-offs to average loans
(annualized) 0.05% 0.13%
Allowance for loan loss to total loans 1.36% 1.36%
CAPITAL & LIQUIDITY
Average equity to average assets 7.69% 7.66%
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets 9.64% 9.69%
Total capital to risk-weighted assets 11.00% 11.07%
Loans to deposits + Other borrowed funds 92.29% 93.64%
END OF PERIOD BALANCES
Total portfolio loans $1,716,150 $1,547,879
Earning assets 1,926,435 1,725,832
Total assets 2,079,516 1,869,990
Deposits 1,667,557 1,507,772
Total shareholders' equity 159,904 141,744
AVERAGE BALANCES
Total portfolio loans $1,635,391 $1,471,404
Earning assets 1,834,673 1,654,145
Total assets 1,970,305 1,783,032
Deposits 1,574,444 1,390,418
Total shareholders' equity 151,479 136,512
CONTACT: Macatawa Bank Corporation
Jon Swets, CFO
616.494.7645
Released January 15, 2007