York Traditions Bank (OTC Pink: YRKB) reported net income of $1,505,000, or 48 cents per share, for the second quarter ended June 30, 2019, compared to $1,146,000, or 37 cents per share, for the second quarter ended June 30, 2018. This represents a $359,000, or 31%, increase over the second quarter of 2018. Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2019 was $2,593,000, or 83 cents per share. This represents an increase of $353,000, or 16%, over the first six months of last year. Book value per common share stood at $17.16 at June 30, 2019.

"We achieved record-setting net income and strong results across all segments of the bank during the second quarter. At the same time, we realized a milestone during the period, surpassing $500 million in assets," stated Eugene J. Draganosky, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Loans increased $18.4 million and deposits expanded $13.4 million during the quarter, and each grew 12% over the trailing twelve months. Along with an improved net interest margin, this boosted net interest income by $846,000, or 11%, compared to the first six months of 2018. Gains on the sale of mortgages were $1,310,000 for the second quarter and $2,080,000 for the first half of the year, nearly equal to the gains for the first six months of 2018. We continue to drive robust business loan and residential mortgage activity. Credit quality remains satisfactory with non-performing assets falling to 0.24% of total assets at the end of the second quarter."

On June 21, 2019, York Traditions Bank paid a 10% stock dividend to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 7, 2019. All per share amounts for all periods presented have been adjusted for the stock dividend.