Grant LacKamp's questions to Landmark Bancorp Inc (LARK) leadership • Q2 2025
Question
The analyst inquired about the loan loss provision, the adequacy of reserves, the expected trend for nonperforming loans, the reasons for the quarterly deposit decrease, and the strategy for using Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings.
Answer
The company stated they feel adequately reserved, with the recent provision increase driven by loan growth. A significant non-accrual loan was brought current post-quarter, improving the outlook for nonperforming loans. The deposit dip was attributed to a one-day timing issue with brokered deposits, leading to a temporary increase in FHLB borrowings. The bank has ample borrowing capacity but is focused on growing its core deposit base through its branch network to fund high-quality loan demand.