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- **Revenue Acceleration**: Q4 PPNR surged 44% YoY to $20.9 million, driven by 6.08% loan portfolio yield.
- **EPS Ambition**: 2026 target of $4 annualized EPS reflects confidence in margin expansion and expense control.
- **Strategic Expansion**: Columbus, GA office launch positions SMBK for 2026 Southeast market penetration.
- **Financial Discipline**: 5% expense growth guidance (2026: $34.5-35M) supports 3.40%-3.45% NIM range.
- **Credit Strength**: Nonperforming assets remain at 0.22% of total assets.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Total operating revenue reached $53.3 million, with pre-provision net revenue (PPNR) up 44% year-over-year to $20.9 million. Loans grew 13% annualized, and deposits expanded 8% annualized, excluding brokered CDs.
- **Tangible Book Value**: Increased to $26.85 per share, up 13% quarter-over-quarter and 17% annually. Operating earnings were $13.7 million ($0.81 per share), marking the 7th consecutive quarter of positive operating leverage.
- **Strategic Expansion**: Announced Columbus, GA market entry, leveraging existing client relationships and recruiting top bankers. Pipelines remain strong for 2026, targeting high-single-digit loan growth.
- **EPS Goal**: Set a challenge to achieve a $4 annualized EPS run rate by Q4 2026, driven by margin expansion and expense discipline.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Net Interest Margin (NIM)**: Expanded 13 bps to 3.38% in Q4, driven by 17 bps funding cost decline. Q1 2026 NIM expected in 3.40%-3.45% range.
- **Deposit Management**: Reduced brokered CDs by $112 million (4.27% avg rate) and plans to eliminate remaining $8 million by Q1.
- **Expense Control**: Operating noninterest expenses held steady at $32.5 million, with Q1 2026 guidance of $33.5-34 million.
- **Capital Position**: Total consolidated capital ratio remains strong at 12.67%, with tangible common equity ratio at 7.9%.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Sustainability of Growth**: CEO expects 8-9% loan growth in 2026, balancing market expansion with organic pipeline execution.
- **Expense Guidance**: CFO projects 5% annual expense growth, targeting $34.5-35 million in 2026.
- **Margin Outlook**: NIM expected to stabilize near 3.45% by year-end, assuming stable rates.
- **M&A Strategy**: Emphasizes organic growth over acquisitions, citing cultural fit challenges.
- **Balance Sheet Strategy**: Securities portfolio maintained at 11-12% of assets, prioritizing loan growth over bond purchases.

SmartFinancial, Inc. (SMBK) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Growth**: Q3 revenue of $50.8M exceeded targets, with 10% loan and 15% deposit growth. 
- **Margin Expansion**: 3.25% NIM in Q3, targeting 3.3-3.35% in Q4 and 5-7 bps quarterly in 2026. 
- **Efficiency**: 64% efficiency ratio, stable expenses at $32.6M. 
- **Tech Focus**: AI and digital tools to enhance growth without significant cost. 
- **Strategic Growth**: Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee markets driving expansion, with pipeline supporting high single-digit loan growth.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue and Growth**: Q3 revenue reached $50.8 million, hitting the $50 million quarterly target. Loans grew 10% annualized, deposits 15%, and tangible book value increased 26% quarter-over-quarter. 
- **Financial Highlights**: Operating earnings of $0.86 per share, 22 basis points in nonperforming assets, and a 10% annualized loan yield of 6.14%. 
- **Strategic Focus**: Emphasis on organic growth, hiring top bankers, and leveraging technology (e.g., AI, Copilot) to enhance efficiency without significant expense increases. 
- **Market Expansion**: Strong momentum in Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee markets, with pipeline activity supporting high single-digit loan growth.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Deposit Management**: $283 million in nonbrokered deposit growth (24% annualized) at 3.47%, offsetting $104 million in high-cost brokered deposits. 
- **Net Interest Margin**: 3.25% for Q3, with guidance of 3.3-3.35% for Q4 and 5-7 basis points quarterly expansion in 2026. 
- **Efficiency and Capital**: 64% efficiency ratio (vs. 66% prior quarter), $98 million in sub-debt proceeds, and 13.3% consolidated risk-based capital ratio. 
- **Expense Control**: Noninterest expenses stable at $32.6 million, with salary expenses expected to remain flat due to variable compensation.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Margin Expansion**: 5-7 basis points quarterly in 2026 driven by loan repricing and deposit beta targeting 45%. 
- **Tech Investment**: AI and digital tools to enhance client experience without material expense growth. 
- **M&A Strategy**: Focus on organic growth, with M&A considered only for needle-moving strategic opportunities. 
- **Brokered Deposits**: Plan to eliminate remaining $120 million by end of 2026 through natural runoff.

SmartFinancial, Inc. (SMBK) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Record Growth**: Q2 net income up 15% YoY to $11.7M, driven by 13% loan growth and 5% deposit expansion.
- **Margin Expansion**: Net interest margin +8 bps to 3.29%, with 7.11% new loan yields offsetting 3.24% deposit costs.
- **Credit Strength**: NPAs at 0.19%, allowance at 0.96%, and no signs of portfolio stress.
- **Strategic Hiring**: 10+ new bankers added in Q2, targeting mid-single-digit EPS growth.
- **2025 Guidance**: On track for 1% ROA, with Q3 margin 3.3-3.35% and expense growth contained to $33.8-34M.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue and Growth**: Q2 net income of $11.7 million ($0.69 EPS), with 13% annualized loan growth and 5% deposit growth. Tangible book value increased 13% annually to $24.42 per share.
- **Credit Quality**: Nonperforming assets (NPAs) at 0.19% of total assets, with strong new loan production yields (7.11%).
- **Strategic Focus**: Hiring 10+ new revenue-producing team members in commercial, private banking, and treasury; emphasis on organic growth and market penetration.
- **Margin Expansion**: 8 basis points improvement in net interest margin to 3.29%, driven by higher loan yields and controlled deposit costs.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Performance**: GAAP net income $11.7 million, noninterest income $8.9 million (up $300k), and operating expenses $32.6 million (low end of guidance).
- **Deposit Dynamics**: Q2 deposit outflows ($14M) offset by $116M new production at 3.24% cost; expect seasonal balance recoupment.
- **Guidance**: Q3 margin 3.3-3.35%, noninterest expense $33.8-34M, and TCE ratio at 7.7%.
- **Credit Resilience**: Provision expense $2.4M (due to loan growth), charge-offs 0.01% annualized, allowance at 0.96% of loans.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Loan Growth Sustainability**: CEO expects mid-single to low-double digit growth, citing strong pipelines and 10+ new hires.
- **Margin Outlook**: CFO projects 2-3 bps quarterly expansion, with potential 1-2 bps lift from rate cuts.
- **Expense Management**: Salary increases and variable comp drive Q3 expenses to $33.8-34M, but operating leverage remains intact.
- **Market Strategy**: Focus on deepening presence in existing Southeast markets (e.g., Nashville, Mobile) rather than M&A.
- **Credit Stress Testing**: No signs of weakness; stress tests on maturing loans show minimal impact on coverage ratios.


SmartFinancial, Inc. (SMBK) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Q1 2025 Financial Highlights**: Net income of $11.3M, 9% annualized TBV growth, and 9% loan growth vs. 10% deposit growth.
- **Margin & Liquidity**: NIM of 3.21% with 2-3bps quarterly expansion, $150M excess cash to fund loans.
- **Credit Strength**: NPAs at 0.19%, allowance at 0.996%, and no material tariff impact on clients.
- **Expense Control**: Flat non-interest expenses despite talent investments, tax rate stabilizing at 18-19%.
- **Share Repurchase**: $1.5M remaining under current authorization, guided to resume near book value.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q1 2025 net income: $11.3 million ($0.67 per diluted share), up 9% annualized in tangible book value to $24.76 per share (excluding AOCI).
- Loan growth: 9% annualized; deposit growth: 10% annualized, with loan-to-deposit ratio at 83%.
- Non-interest income: $8.6 million, driven by insurance, mortgage banking, and capital markets.
- Credit quality: Non-performing assets (NPAs) at 0.19%, allowance for credit losses at 0.996% of loans.
- Operating leverage: Flat non-interest expenses ($32.3 million) vs. prior quarter, despite talent-related investments.

**【CFO Financial Details】**
- Net interest margin (NIM): 3.21%, down 2bps from prior quarter, guided to 3.25% for Q2 and 2-3bps quarterly expansion.
- Deposit cost: 2.92% (March: 2.96%), with new production at 3.39%.
- Loan yield: 5.97%, down 7bps due to prior quarter Fed rate cuts.
- Liquidity: $150 million excess cash to fund loan growth.
- Tax rate: 17% for Q1, guided to 18-19% for 2025.
- Capital: Total risk-based capital ratio at 11.2%, well above regulatory requirements.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
1. **Customer Sentiment & Loan Growth**: 
   - Clients report no material impact from tariffs; business activity remains strong.
   - Loan pipeline stable at mid-single digits, with 7.29% new loan originations yield.
   - Competitive pricing pressure observed, but disciplined underwriting maintained.

2. **Balance Sheet Management**: 
   - Loan-to-deposit ratio (83%) provides flexibility to fund growth organically.
   - Excess liquidity ($150M) will be deployed into loans rather than securities.

3. **Expense & Margin Outlook**: 
   - Non-interest expenses guided to $32.5-33M for Q2, with focus on talent acquisition.
   - Margin expansion driven by new loan production and amortization of lower-yielding loans.

4. **Share Repurchases**: 
   - $1.5M remaining under current authorization; buyback activity will resume when closer to book value.

5. **M&A Strategy**: 
   - Organic growth prioritized, but open to small deposit-focused acquisitions if strategic fit emerges.


SmartFinancial (SMBK)-22 Apr 25-2025 Q1 Earnings call transcript

- **Q4 2024 Strong Growth**: $9.6M net income (+15% YoY), 20% loan growth, 34% deposit growth.
- **Margin Expansion**: NIM 3.24% (up 13 bps), 2025 Q1 target 3.2-3.25%.
- **Credit Quality**: NPAs 19 bps, stable at 96 bps allowance coverage.
- **Expense Control**: 65.5% efficiency ratio, 30% core deposit cost control.
- **2025 Outlook**: 13-15% loan growth, 3.3-3.4% NIM by year-end.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q4 2024 GAAP net income: $9.6 million ($0.57 EPS), up 15% YoY driven by loan growth and margin expansion.
- Tangible book value per share: $22.85 (excl. AOCI), +9% annualized QoQ.
- Loan growth: 20% annualized in Q4, 13.4% YoY to $462M total.
- Deposit growth: 34% annualized QoQ, 30% core deposit growth ex-temporary funding.
- Nonperforming assets (NPAs): 19 bps, stable credit quality.
- Noninterest income: $9.0M, +355K in insurance commissions, +131K in mortgage banking.

**【CFO Financial Details】**
- Net interest margin (NIM): 3.24% (up 13 bps QoQ), driven by 7.08% yield on new loans.
- Deposit cost: 3.02% (down 18 bps YoY), 2.97% in Dec 2024.
- 2025 margin outlook: 3.2-3.25% Q1, expansion to slow due to limited rate cuts.
- Provision expense: $2.1M (up from $1.8M Q3), net charge-offs: 2 bps.
- Operating expenses: $32.3M (+$0.5M QoQ), 60% of growth in incentive comp.
- Loan-to-deposit ratio: 83%, stable funding flexibility.

**【Key Financial Metrics】**
- Total revenue: $46.8M, +12% YoY.
- Net interest income: $37.8M, +31% annualized.
- Efficiency ratio: 65.5% (improving from 68% last year).

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