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Overview of Third Quarter Financial Performance

Narragansett Financial Corporation, the parent company of BayCoast Bank, has announced its financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2026. Key figures show a solid net income growth, increased assets, and improvements in various financial metrics. These results come following the initiation of a reorganization and related stock offering, with plans for Narragansett Bancorp, Inc. to emerge as the consolidated reporting entity.

Financial Highlights

The company reported a net income of $4.4 million, marking an increase from $3.5 million in the previous quarter. This rise of $954,000 showcases the company's ability to navigate its financial landscape effectively. A significant portion of this growth can be attributed to:

• - A $1.4 million increase in net interest income
• - A reduction of $1.1 million in provisions for credit losses
• - A decrease of $562,000 in operating expenses

These positive factors were somewhat countered by a $1.2 million decrease in non-interest income and a $929,000 increase in provision for income taxes.

Balance Sheet Insights

As of September 30, 2026, total assets reached $2.96 billion, reflecting a growth of $87.9 million, or 3.1%, compared to the last quarter. Notably, total cash and cash equivalents increased to $98.0 million, an impressive spike of 85.8% from the prior quarter, primarily due to funds from the minority stock offering held in escrow. Additionally, investment securities rose to $390.2 million, an increase of 8.4%. The gross loans portfolio stood at $2.3 billion, showcasing a continued demand for new originations, particularly in home equity loans and residential real estate, which saw increases of $39.6 million and $7.0 million respectively.

Deposits and Borrowings

The total deposits amounted to $2.6 billion, representing a growth of 5.1% or $125.6 million from the previous quarter. This surge in deposits was largely influenced by the escrowed proceeds from the stock offering. The bank also reported a decrease in FHLB borrowings to $45.5 million, down 46.8% from the prior quarter, highlighting an improved liquidity position. Subordinated debt rose slightly to $94.8 million, marking a modest increase from the previous reporting period.

Operating Performance

Narragansett Bancorp's net interest income for the quarter stood at $22.8 million, which is a 6.7% rise from the previous quarter, indicative of the bank's solid interest earning assets management. The net interest margin improved by 21 basis points to reach 3.42%. This increase reflects better profitability from the company's loan and investment securities yields.

Asset Quality Observations

The financial report noted a decrease of $1.1 million in provisions for credit losses due to improved asset quality. The allowance ratio for credit losses stood at 1.31%, slightly down from 1.34% in the previous quarter, signaling strong management in mitigating credit risk. Non-performing loans also showed improvement, dropping to 1.55% down from 1.90% in the last quarter.

Non-Interest Income and Expense Analysis

The non-interest income for the latest quarter was recorded at $12.8 million, signalling a decrease of $1.2 million from the previous quarter. This downturn was mainly attributed to a reduction in bank-owned life insurance income and mortgage banking income. On the operating expense side, a reduction to $30.0 million occurred, suggesting effective cost management measures in place.

Conclusion

The comprehensive financial results released by Narragansett Bancorp illustrate a robust quarter with substantial growth across several key areas. With an effective risk management strategy, increasing deposits, and growing net interest income, the company is well-positioned to enhance its financial performance even further in the upcoming quarters. The combination of strategic offerings and operational efficiency demonstrates the bank's commitment to supporting its clients and stakeholders effectively.