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- **Record Growth**: Q3 net revenue of $938 million and EPS of $2.28 reflect 19% PPNR growth, driven by loan expansion and operating efficiency.
- **Credit Resilience**: Criticized assets down 17%, with ALLL adjustments tied to specific credits (Cantor V reserve of $30 million). NDFI loans maintain zero loss history.
- **Mortgage Momentum**: Mortgage banking revenue up 21% to $95 million, with 2026 growth expectations as rates stabilize.
- **Capital Strategy**: CET1 at 11.3% supports $300 million buyback program, with plans to issue subordinated debt to accelerate repurchases.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Record Financial Performance**: Q3 net revenue reached $938 million, with pre-provision net revenue (PPNR) of $394 million, up 19% from Q2. EPS was $2.28, driven by strong loan growth and operating leverage.
- **Credit Management**: Total criticized assets declined 17% to $1.1 billion, with net charge-offs at 22 basis points. The $98.5 million Cantor Group V loan reserve added $30 million to the allowance for loan losses (ALLL), raising the ALLL-to-loans ratio to 85 basis points. Management emphasized early identification and mitigation of credit risks.
- **Outlook**: Reiterate $5 billion loan growth and raise deposit growth target to $8.5 billion. Expect net interest income (NII) growth of 8-10% and noninterest income up 12-16% for the year.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Net Interest Income (NII)**: Grew $53 million (8%) to $750 million, driven by $707 million in loan growth and stable net interest margin (NIM) at 3.53%. Deposit costs were stable, with ECR-related expenses tracking expectations.
- **Noninterest Income**: Increased 27% to $188 million, led by $17 million growth in mortgage banking revenue. Gain-on-sale margin improved 7 basis points to 27%.
- **Expense Management**: Noninterest expenses rose $30 million (6%) to $544 million, but adjusted efficiency ratio (excluding ECR costs) improved to 48%. Operating leverage drove 11% net revenue growth vs. 6% expense growth.
- **Capital Position**: CET1 capital ratio rose to 11.3%, with plans to issue subordinated debt to support share buybacks and maintain CET1 above 11%.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Credit Quality**: Management reaffirmed confidence in asset quality, with NDFI (nondepository financial institution) loans (e.g., mortgage warehouse) historically experiencing zero losses. ALLL adjustments reflect portfolio mix shifts, not systemic risks.
- **Mortgage Banking**: Q3 mortgage revenue up $17 million to $95 million, driven by lower rates. Expect Q4 seasonal decline but optimism for 2026 growth as rates stabilize.
- **Deposit Beta**: ECR deposit beta estimated at 70%, with Q4 ECR costs expected to be $140-150 million. Management aims to reduce ECR-related balances over time.
- **Capital Allocation**: $300 million share buyback program underway, with $25 million executed in Q3. Subordinated debt issuance may accelerate buybacks while maintaining CET1 above 11%.


Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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