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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER EARNINGS

April 20, 2011
 
Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Norwood Financial Corp. (Nasdaq Global Market – NWFL) and its subsidiary, Wayne Bank, announced earnings of $1,660,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2011 which represents a $137,000 decrease from $1,797,000 recorded during the same three month period of last year.  The reduced earnings are attributed to expenses related to the Company’s acquisition of North Penn Bancorp, Inc. which is scheduled to close during the second quarter of 2011.  Excluding merger related expenses, net income would have been approximately $1,836,000, an increase of $39,000 over the first quarter of last year.  Earnings per share on a fully diluted basis were $.60 in the first quarter of this year compared to $.65 in the first quarter of 2010.  The return on average assets was 1.27% in the first quarter of 2011 and the return on average equity was 9.76%.
 
Total assets were $530.9 million as of March 31, 2011, an increase of $4.4 million over the prior year total.  Total loans decreased $7.5 million since March 31, 2010 due to an $8.0 million reduction in residential mortgage loans outstanding.  This decrease includes the sale of $12.4 million of residential mortgage loans to reduce the Company’s interest rate risk position.  Commercial loans grew $3.7 million during the period due to an increase in commercial real estate loans while installment loans decreased $3.2 million as consumers converted home equity loans to permanent
 
 
 

 
 
 
financing.    Total deposits grew $5.5 million over the past twelve months as a $13.2 million increase in demand and savings accounts offset a $7.7 million decrease in certificates of deposit.  Stockholders’ equity increased $3.5 million, or 5%, during the past year, due to retention of earnings.
 
Non-performing assets totaled $8.3 million at March 31, 2011 comprised of $7.4 million of non-performing loans and $948,000 of Foreclosed Real Estate Owned, compared to $4.8 million of non-performing assets at December 31, 2010. The $3.5 million increase recorded during the quarter reflects the transfer of one large credit to nonaccrual status due to the borrower’s inability to make scheduled payments.  As of March 31, 2010, non-performing assets totaled $4.4 million.  Net charge-offs for the three month period ending March 31, 2011 were $56,000 which represents a significant decrease compared to $421,000 of net charge-offs during the first quarter of last year.  Based on the current composition of the loan portfolio, management determined that it would be prudent to provide additional reserves and added $220,000 to the allowance for loan losses compared to $330,000 during the same period of last year.  The allowance for loan losses was 1.65% of total loans outstanding on March 31, 2011 compared to 1.57% on December 31, 2010 and 1.50% on March 31, 2010.
 
Net interest income (fully taxable equivalent) was $5,050,000 during the first quarter of 2011 which is $151,000 lower than the $5,201,000 recorded during the prior three month period and $153,000 lower than the same three month period of last year.  The net interest margin was negatively impacted by the increase in non-performing assets and the downward repricing of investment securities, resulting in a net interest
 
 
 

 
 
margin (fte) which declined from 4.14% in the first quarter of 2010 to 3.98% for the three months ended March 31, 2011.
 
Other income totaled $1,208,000 in the first quarter of 2011 compared to $1,002,000 during the same period of last year.  The $206,000 increase in other income includes a $125,000 increase in the amount of gains recognized from the sale of loans and securities in each period as well as an $81,000 improvement in other service charges and fees compared to the first quarter of last year.  During the current period, the Company recognized a gain of $212,000 from the sale of securities and $143,000 in gains on the sale of $4.7 million of residential mortgage loans to reduce the long term risk to rising interest rates.
 
Operating expenses totaled $3,534,000 in the first quarter and were $374,000 higher than the same period of last year, but included $267,000 of costs related to the acquisition of North Penn Bancorp, Inc.  Employment costs were $86,000, or 5%, higher than the same period of last year due to staffing and merit increases.
 
Mr. Critelli stated that “Our first quarter results are in line with our expectations recognizing that the local economy is still under pressure.  We expect the slow economy, high unemployment rate and soft real estate market to continue to have an impact on our results through reduced loan demand, but we will continue to stress credit quality as a top priority.  However, we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead as a result of the North Penn transaction, and look forward to providing increased long-term value to our stockholders.  During 2011, we will incur significant one-time costs to complete the acquisition, but we expect 2012 to reflect the full value of the transaction
 
 
 

 
 
and provide improved results.  Our core earnings remain strong and we continue to have regulatory capital levels which are near the top of our peer group.”
 
Norwood Financial Corp. is the parent company of Wayne Bank which operates from eleven offices throughout Wayne, Pike and Monroe Counties, Pennsylvania.  After the North Penn acquisition is complete, the Company will expand to sixteen offices and extend into Lackawanna County with offices in Scranton and Clarks Summit.  The Company’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol “NWFL”.
 
Forward-Looking Statements.
 
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 contains safe harbor provisions regarding forward-looking statements.  When used in this discussion, the words “believes”, “anticipates”, “contemplates”, “expects”, and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements.  Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected.  Those risks and uncertainties include changes in federal and state laws, changes in interest rates, risks associated with the proposed acquisition of North Penn Bancorp, the ability to control costs and expenses, demand for real estate and general economic conditions.  The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly release the results of any revisions to those forward-looking statements which may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
 
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
 
This release references tax-equivalent net interest income, which is a non-GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) financial measure.  Tax-equivalent net
 
 
 

 
 
interest income is derived from GAAP using an assumed tax rate of 34%.  We believe the presentation of net interest income on a tax–equivalent basis ensures comparability of net interest income arising from both taxable and tax-exempt sources and is consistent with industry practice.  The following reconciles net interest income to net interest income on a fully taxable equivalent basis:
 
 
(dollars in thousands)
 
Three months ended March 31,
 
   
2011
   
2010
 
Net interest income
  $ 4,781     $ 4,997  
Tax equivalent basis adjustment using 34% marginal    tax rate
      269        206  
Net interest income on a fully taxable equivalent basis
  $ 5,050     $ 5,203  


Also included in this release is a reference to net income excluding merger related expenses, which is a non-GAAP financial measure.  We believe the presentation of net income excluding merger related expenses provides the reader with a better understanding of operating results for the current period.  The following provides a reconcilement of net income to net income excluding merger expenses:

 
(dollars in thousands)
 
Three months ended March 31,
 
   
2011
   
2010
 
Net income
  $ 1,660     $ 1,797  
Impact of merger related costs-net of tax
    176       -  
Net income excluding merger expenses
  $ 1,836     $ 1,797  


Contact: William S. Lance
               Senior Vice President &
               Chief Financial Officer
               NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP.
               570-253-8505
               www.waynebank.com

 
 

 

NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP.
       
Consolidated Balance Sheets
       
(dollars in thousands, except share data)
       
 (unaudited)
       


   
March 31
 
   
2011
   
2010
 
ASSETS
 
 
   
 
 
   Cash and due from banks
  $ 5,670     $ 7,945  
   Interest-bearing deposits with banks
    13,864       14,672  
   Federal funds sold
    0       3,000  
          Cash and cash equivalents
    19,534       25,617  
                 
  Securities available for sale
    143,104       125,653  
  Securities held to maturity,  fair value 2011: $177 and 2010:  $177
    170       168  
  Loans receivable (net of unearned Income)
    350,128       357,587  
  Less: Allowance for loan losses
    5,780       5,362  
     Net loans receivable
    344,348       352,225  
  Investment in FHLB Stock, at cost
    3,193       3,538  
  Bank premises and equipment, net
    4,798       5,126  
  Bank owned life insurance
    8,333       7,987  
  Foreclosed real estate owned
    948       392  
  Accrued interest receivable
    2,191       2,414  
  Other assets
    4,307       3,397  
          TOTAL ASSETS
  $ 530,926     $ 526,517  
                 
LIABILITIES
               
   Deposits:
               
     Non-interest bearing demand
  $ 62,736     $ 60,144  
     Interest-bearing
    334,384       331,512  
          Total deposits
    397,120       391,656  
  Short-term borrowings
    25,465       21,781  
  Other borrowings
    35,000       43,000  
  Accrued interest payable
    1,342       1,580  
  Other liabilities
    3,424       3,397  
            TOTAL LIABILITIES
    462,351       461,414  
                 
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
               
  Common Stock, $.10 par value, authorized 10,000,000 shares
         
           issued: 2,840,872
    284       284  
  Surplus
    9,867       9,787  
  Retained earnings
    59,507       55,481  
  Treasury stock, at cost: 2011: 78,960 shares, 2010: 86,007 shares
    (2,388 )     (2,620 )
  Accumulated other comprehensive income
    1,305       2,171  
           TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
    68,575       65,103  
                 
          TOTAL LIABILITIES AND
               
                 STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
  $ 530,926     $ 526,517  
 
 
 
 

 
 
NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP.
               
Consolidated Balance Sheets
               
(dollars in thousands, except share data)
               
 (unaudited)
               


   
Three Months Ended March 31
   
YTD as of March 31
 
   
2011
   
2010
   
2011
   
2010
 
INTEREST INCOME
                       
    Loans receivable, including fees
  $ 4,928     $ 5,410     $ 4,928     $ 5,410  
    Securities
    1,090       1,221       1,090       1,221  
    Other
    8       11       8       11  
         Total Interest income
    6,026       6,642       6,026       6,642  
                                 
INTEREST EXPENSE
                               
    Deposits
    885       1,199       885       1,199  
    Short-term borrowings
    24       34       24       34  
    Other borrowings
    336       412       336       412  
        Total Interest expense
    1,245       1,645       1,245       1,645  
NET INTEREST INCOME
    4,781       4,997       4,781       4,997  
PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES
    220       330       220       330  
NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES
    4,561       4,667       4,561       4,667  
 
                               
OTHER INCOME
                               
    Service charges and fees
    549       523       549       523  
    Income from fiduciary activities
    113       86       113       86  
    Net realized gains on sales of securities
    212       155       212       155  
    Gains on sale of loans and servicing rights
    143       75       143       75  
    Earnings and proceeds on life insurance policies
    94       102       94       102  
    Other
    97       61       97       61  
           Total other income
    1,208       1,002       1,208       1,002  
                                 
OTHER EXPENSES
                               
    Salaries and  employee benefits
    1,701       1,615       1,701       1,615  
    Occupancy, furniture and equipment
    398       394       398       394  
    Data processing related
    215       196       215       196  
    Taxes, other than income
    129       147       129       147  
    Professional Fees
    401       139       401       139  
    FDIC Insurance assessment
    120       118       120       118  
    Foreclosed real estate owned
    19       16       19       16  
    Other
    551       535       551       535  
             Total other expenses
    3,534       3,160       3,534       3,160  
                                 
INCOME BEFORE TAX
    2,235       2,509       2,235       2,509  
INCOME TAX EXPENSE
    575       712       575       712  
NET INCOME
  $ 1,660     $ 1,797     $ 1,660     $ 1,797  
                                 
Basic earnings per share
  $ 0.60     $ 0.65     $ 0.60     $ 0.65  
                                 
Diluted earnings per share
  $ 0.60     $ 0.65     $ 0.60     $ 0.65  

 
 

 
 
NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP.
       
Financial Highlights (Unaudited)
       
(dollars in thousands, except per share data)
       

 
For the Three Months Ended March 31
 
2011
   
2010
 
             
Net interest income
  $ 4,781     $ 4,997  
Net income
    1,660       1,797  
                 
Net interest spread (fully taxable equivalent)
    3.70 %     3.79 %
Net interest margin (fully taxable equivalent)
    3.98 %     4.14 %
Return on average assets
    1.27 %     1.38 %
Return on average equity
    9.76 %     11.10 %
Basic  earnings per share
  $ 0.60     $ 0.65  
Diluted earnings per share
    0.60       0.65  
                 
For the Year Ended March 31
               
                 
Net interest income
  $ 4,781     $ 4,997  
Net income
    1,660       1,797  
                 
Net interest spread (fully taxable equivalent)
    3.70 %     3.79 %
Net interest margin (fully taxable equivalent)
    3.98 %     4.14 %
Return on average assets
    1.27 %     1.38 %
Return on average equity
    9.76 %     11.10 %
Basic  earnings per share
  $ 0.60     $ 0.65  
Diluted earnings per share
    0.60       0.65  
                 
As of March 31
               
                 
Total Assets
  $ 530,926     $ 526,517  
Total loans receivable
    350,128       357,587  
Allowance for loan losses
    5,780       5,362  
Total deposits
    397,120       391,656  
Stockholders' equity
    68,575       65,103  
Trust Assets  under management
    117,292       105,237  
                 
Book value per share
  $ 24.78     $ 23.52  
Equity to total assets
    12.92 %     12.36 %
Allowance to total loans receivable
    1.65 %     1.50 %
Nonperforming loans to total loans
    2.11 %     1.12 %
Nonperforming assets to total assets
    1.57 %     0.83 %

 
 

 
 
NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP.
     
 
           
Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)
                   
(dollars in thousands)
                   

   
March 31
   
Dec 31
   
Sept 30
   
June 30
   
March 31
 
   
2011
   
2010
   
2010
   
2010
   
2010
 
ASSETS
                             
   Cash and due from banks
  $ 5,670     $ 5,782     $ 9,057     $ 6,168     $ 7,945  
   Interest-bearing deposits with banks
    13,864       7,843       7,696       25,374       14,672  
   Federal funds sold
    0       3,000       3,000       3,000       3,000  
        Cash and cash equivalents
    19,534       16,625       19,753       34,542       25,617  
                                         
  Securities available for sale
    143,104       145,815       139,308       141,245       125,653  
  Securities held to maturity
    170       170       169       169       168  
  Loans receivable (net of unearned Income)
    350,128       356,855       358,354       353,933       357,587  
   Less: Allowance for loan losses
    5,780       5,616       5,513       5,421       5,362  
     Net loans receivable
    344,348       351,239       352,841       348,512       352,225  
  Investment in FHLB stock
    3,193       3,361       3,538       3,538       3,538  
  Bank premises and equipment, net
    4,798       4,904       5,012       5,061       5,126  
  Foreclosed real estate owned
    948       748       748       382       392  
  Other assets
    14,831       14,143       13,188       13,131       13,798  
          TOTAL ASSETS
  $ 530,926     $ 537,005     $ 534,557     $ 546,580     $ 526,517  
                                         
LIABILITIES
                                       
   Deposits:
                                       
     Non-interest bearing demand
  $ 62,736     $ 62,238     $ 66,331     $ 63,408     $ 60,144  
     Interest-bearing deposits
    334,384       331,627       332,321       344,355       331,512  
          Total deposits
    397,120       393,865       398,652       407,763       391,656  
   Other borrowings
    60,465       71,309       62,530       67,378       64,781  
   Other liabilities
    4,766       4,133       4,932       4,673       4,977  
            TOTAL LIABILITIES
    462,351       469,307       466,114       479,814       461,414  
                                         
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
    68,575       67,698       68,443       66,766       65,103  
                                         
          TOTAL LIABILITIES AND
                                       
                 STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
  $ 530,926     $ 537,005     $ 534,557     $ 546,580     $ 526,517  

 
 

 
 
NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP.
                   
Consolidated Statements of Income (unaudited)
                   
(dollars in thousands, except per share data)
                   

   
31-Mar
   
31-Dec
   
30-Sep
   
30-Jun
   
31-Mar
 
Three months ended
 
2011
   
2010
   
2010
   
2010
   
2010
 
INTEREST INCOME
                             
    Loans receivable, including fees
  $ 4,928     $ 5,207     $ 5,266     $ 5,218     $ 5,410  
    Securities
    1,090       1,052       1,115       1,141       1,221  
    Other
    8       14       14       18       11  
         Total Interest income
    6,026       6,273       6,395       6,377       6,642  
                                         
INTEREST EXPENSE
                                       
    Deposits
    885       951       1,031       1,102       1,199  
    Borrowings
    360       406       445       443       446  
        Total Interest expense
    1,245       1,357       1,476       1,545       1,645  
NET INTEREST INCOME
    4,781       4,916       4,919       4,832       4,997  
PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES
    220       270       250       150       330  
NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION
                                       
     FOR LOAN LOSSES
    4,561       4,646       4,669       4,682       4,667  
                                         
OTHER INCOME
                                       
    Service charges and fees
    549       551       587       570       523  
    Income from fiduciary activities
    113       105       121       93       86  
    Net realized gains (losses) on sales of securities
    212       68       161       64       155  
    Gains on sale of loans and servicing rights
    143       99       3       130       75  
    Earnings and proceeds on life insurance
    94       97       96       96       102  
    Other
    97       91       67       63       61  
           Total other income
    1,208       1,011       1,035       1,016       1,002  
                                         
OTHER EXPENSES
                                       
    Salaries and  employee benefits
    1,701       1,663       1,657       1,572       1,615  
    Occupancy, furniture and equipment , net
    398       370       388       408       394  
    Foreclosed real estate owned
    19       9       3       13       16  
    FDIC insurance assessment
    120       117       121       118       118  
    Other
    1,296       1,146       943       1,065       1,017  
             Total other expenses
    3,534       3,305       3,112       3,176       3,160  
                                         
INCOME BEFORE TAX
    2,235       2,352       2,592       2,522       2,509  
INCOME TAX EXPENSE
    575       544       702       704       712  
NET INCOME
  $ 1,660     $ 1,808     $ 1,890     $ 1,818     $ 1,797  
                                         
Basic  earnings per share
  $ 0.60     $ 0.65     $ 0.68     $ 0.66     $ 0.65  
 
                                       
Diluted earnings per share
  $ 0.60     $ 0.65     $ 0.68     $ 0.66     $ 0.65  
                                         
Book Value per share
  $ 24.78     $ 24.45     $ 24.79     $ 24.16     $ 23.52  
                                         
Return on average equity
    9.76 %     10.38 %     10.98 %     11.03 %     11.10 %
Return on average assets
    1.27 %     1.33 %     1.39 %     1.36 %     1.38 %
                                         
Net interest spread (fte)
    3.70 %     3.74 %     3.71 %     3.64 %     3.79 %
Net interest margin (fte)
    3.98 %     4.04 %     4.03 %     3.96 %     4.14 %
                                         
Allowance for loan losses to total loans
    1.65 %     1.57 %     1.54 %     1.53 %     1.50 %
Net charge-offs to average loans (annualized)
    0.06 %     0.19 %     0.18 %     0.10 %     0.47 %
Nonperforming loans to total loans
    2.11 %     1.14 %     1.02 %     1.06 %     1.12 %
Nonperforming assets to total assets
    1.57 %     0.90 %     0.82 %     0.76 %     0.83 %