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- **EPS Growth**: 11.6% QoQ increase to $0.96, driven by reduced credit provisions and NIM expansion.
- **Lending Expansion**: 10% of 20% hiring target achieved, targeting 6-month breakeven for new lenders.
- **Capital Strength**: Tier 1 leverage ratio of 12.37% supports M&A and dividend policy.
- **Cost Savings**: $3.5M annual savings from subordinated debt redemption.
- **Credit Resilience**: Indirect auto portfolio 30+ DPD rate at 24 basis points, with 86% of loans to high-credit borrowers.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Delivered strong third-quarter results with net interest income expansion and improved credit quality.
- Emphasized organic growth through hiring (up to 20% increase in lending team) and selective M&A opportunities.
- Highlighted capital strength (Tier 1 leverage ratio of 12.37%) and commitment to shareholder returns (26th consecutive dividend).

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Diluted EPS of $0.96, up 11.6% QoQ, driven by reduced provision for credit losses and net interest income growth.
- Net interest margin (NIM) on a tax-equivalent basis was 4.05%, with 9 basis points of improvement excluding one-time credit workout gains.
- Deposits increased $142.2 million, driven by low-cost noninterest-bearing deposits (27% of total).
- Redemption of $50 million subordinated debt saved $3.5 million annually in interest costs.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Lending Team Expansion**: 10% of 20% target achieved, with hires in Houston, Dallas, and Permian Basin. Breakeven expected within 6 months.
- **M&A Strategy**: Focus on culture-fit banks with conservative risk profiles; multiple deals in early stages.
- **Indirect Auto Portfolio**: Tightened LTV standards; 86% of loans to super prime/prime borrowers, with 30+ DPD rate at 24 basis points.
- **NIM Outlook**: Expect modest decline in Q4 due to lagging deposit repricing, but stable long-term outlook.
- **Credit Risks**: Elevated loan payoffs (multifamily down $100M over 3Qs) but no material impact on asset quality.


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