Finward Bancorp 8K

Finward Bancorp announced slightly lower second-quarter 2026 earnings amid loan growth, higher nonperforming loans, strong capital and liquidity, and ongoing merger-related and branch-closure costs in the context of a planned merger with First Financial.

On July 28, 2026, Finward Bancorp reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, disclosing net income available to common shareholders of $2.1 million, or $0.48 per diluted share, down slightly from $2.2 million or $0.52 per diluted share in the prior quarter. The company highlighted modest improvement in net interest margin supported by continued loan growth and stable deposit funding, alongside increased borrowings tied to higher loan originations. Management noted higher nonperforming loans and a corresponding increase in the allowance for credit losses, but emphasized diversification of problem credits and continued strong capital and liquidity, including a tier 1 leverage ratio of 9.31% and available liquidity of approximately $604 million. Results were also affected by merger-related overhead and a loss tied to a leased branch closure, and the CEO referenced the previously announced planned merger with First Financial as a key strategic development while reiterating the bank’s focus on credit quality and preparation for the combination.

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