People's United Bank (PBCT) Tops Q2 EPS by 2c

People's United Bank (NASDAQ: PBCT) reported Q2 EPS of $0.24, $0.02 better than the analyst estimate of $0.22.

"Our performance in the second quarter is indicative of the strength and resilience of People's United," said Jack Barnes, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Our employees continue to display their extensive know-how to deliver financial solutions despite the many challenges presented by COVID-19. From our frontline personnel providing exceptional service in a socially distant environment, to our robotic process automation team developing bots to expedite the processing of PPP loans, the adaptability of our employees has been remarkable. Consistent with our history of providing support in periods of need, we are committed to helping customers and communities navigate through this crisis. In addition to being among a small group of banks that were first to submit a significant number of PPP applications, we granted forbearance, where appropriate, for both retail and commercial loans and continue to assess the needs of customers that may require extended relief. We also registered for the Main Street Lending program to further support small and mid-sized businesses. Clearly, the duration of the pandemic is unpredictable and its total impact on the economy is unknown. However, we remain confident that our long-held conservative underwriting philosophy and diversified loan portfolio comprised of high-quality, cycle-tested borrowers will once again differentiate our franchise throughout the uncertain times ahead."

"Our second quarter financial results compared to the prior year quarter were highlighted by a 15 percent increase in operating pre-provision net revenue and a 230 basis point improvement in the efficiency ratio," stated David Rosato, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. "These results reflect higher net interest income and our continued success controlling costs. Conversely, non-interest income declined from a year ago due to decreased customer activity, fee waivers related to COVID-19 relief measures and lower wealth management fees. Net interest margin of 3.05 percent was down from 3.12 percent in the first quarter. The margin compression reflects the downward repricing of floating rate loans, partially offset by meaningful reductions in deposit and borrowing costs. Period-end loans and deposits increased 3 percent and 12 percent, respectively, linked-quarter. Excluding PPP, loans decreased 3 percent largely driven by lower commercial real estate balances and our planned reduction in residential mortgages. Deposits primarily benefited from PPP funds, federal stimulus payments and higher municipal balances."

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