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ChoiceOne Q3 2026 NIM Expansion, Loan Growth, and Solid Capital

Oct 30, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Positive mix shift (deposits funding, NIM expansion), loan growth, and a stock repurchase signal improving earnings quality and capital adequacy. Historically, similar mid-cap banks with margin expansion and solid funding profiles have seen incremental upside after earnings results.

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ChoiceOne Financial reported Q3 2026 net income of $14.5 million and nine‑month net income of $40.7 million, with core loans up 4.4% annualized and deposits rising 10.9% annualized. The GAAP net interest margin expanded to 3.67%, supported by loan growth and disciplined funding. Asset quality remained healthy, and the company reaffirmed its ability to capitalize on growth opportunities with a mostly well‑capitalized balance sheet.

  • Q3 2026 net income $14.5M; nine months $40.7M; EPS $0.97 and $2.71.
  • Core loans +4.4% annualized in Q3; 12-month growth +5.0%.
  • Deposits ex brokered +$95.7M in Q3; total deposits $3.6B; brokered deposits down.
  • NIM expanded to 3.67% in Q3; cost of deposits 1.54%; cost of funds 1.73%.
  • Share repurchase 40k shares for $1.3M; balance sheet remains well-capitalized.

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