S&T Bancorp, Inc. (S&T) (NASDAQ: STBA), the holding company for S&T Bank, with operations in five markets including Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Pennsylvania, Northeast Ohio, Central Ohio and Upstate New York, announced net income of $16.7 million, or $0.43 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2020 compared to a net loss of ($33.1) million, or ($0.85) per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2020, and net income of $26.9 million, or $0.79 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2019. The net loss in the second quarter of 2020 was due to a customer fraud resulting from a check kiting scheme which reduced net income by $46.3 million, or $1.19 per diluted share. S&T continues to pursue all available sources of recovery to mitigate the loss.

Third Quarter of 2020 Highlights:

• Return on average assets (ROA) was 0.72%, return on average equity (ROE) was 5.80% and return on average tangible equity (ROTE) (non-GAAP) was 8.96%. Pre-tax pre-provision to average assets (non-GAAP) was 1.61%.
• Net interest margin (FTE) (non-GAAP) was stable at 3.29% compared to 3.31% for the second quarter of 2020.
• Portfolio loans decreased $153.7 million compared to June 30, 2020.
• Deposits decreased $234.1 million to $7.6 billion at September 30, 2020 due to the pay down of $269.0 million of brokered deposits during the third quarter.
• Mortgage banking revenue increased $1.3 million compared to the second quarter due to continued strong refinance activity.
• The allowance for credit losses to total portfolio loans was 1.64% at September 30, 2020 compared to 1.52% at June 30, 2020. Excluding PPP loans, the allowance for credit losses to total portfolio loans was 1.77% at September 30, 2020 compared to 1.64% at June 30, 2020.
• S&T's Board of Directors declared a $0.28 per share dividend which was consistent with the $0.28 per share dividend declared in the same period in the prior year.

We continue to navigate through this difficult environment related to the COVID-19 pandemic," said Todd Brice, Chief Executive Officer. "I have every confidence in the S&T team to work through these difficult times, and I am impressed by their strong resilience and desire to help our customers and communities."

Net Interest Income

Net interest income decreased $0.8 million to $69.3 million for the third quarter of 2020 compared to $70.1 million for the second quarter of 2020. The decrease in net interest income was primarily due to lower loan balances as lower yields on loans were mostly offset by decreased rates on deposits. Average loans decreased $154.2 million compared to the second quarter of 2020. Net interest margin on a fully taxable equivalent basis (FTE) (non-GAAP) was stable at 3.29% for the third quarter of 2020 compared to 3.31% in the second quarter of 2020. Loan rates decreased 13 basis points to 3.87% and total interest-bearing deposit costs decreased 19 basis points to 0.48%.

Asset Quality

The provision for credit losses was $17.5 million for the third quarter of 2020 compared to $86.8 million in the second quarter of 2020. The customer fraud that resulted in a $58.7 million charge-off to the bank had a significant impact on the provision for credit losses during the second quarter of 2020. Net loan charge-offs were $12.9 million for the third quarter of 2020 compared to $68.1 million in the second quarter of 2020. During the third quarter, a $21.3 million CRE relationship, which was placed on nonaccrual in the first quarter of 2020, was charged down by $10.0 million leaving a remaining outstanding balance of $11.3 million. The relationship experienced continued deterioration as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Total nonperforming loans decreased $6.0 million to $84.1 million, or 1.13% of total loans, at September 30, 2020 compared to $90.1 million, or 1.19% of total loans at June 30, 2020. The allowance for credit losses was 1.64% of total portfolio loans as of September 30, 2020 compared to 1.52% at June 30, 2020. Excluding PPP loans, the allowance for credit losses was 1.77% of total portfolio loans at September 30, 2020 compared to 1.64% at June 30, 2020. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our hotel loan portfolio and a $6.2 million increase in specific reserves contributed to the higher allowance for credit losses at September 30, 2020 compared to June 30, 2020.

Noninterest Income and Expense

Noninterest income increased $1.3 million to $16.5 million in the third quarter of 2020 compared to $15.2 million in the second quarter of 2020. Mortgage banking income increased $1.3 million compared to the second quarter of 2020 due to continued strong refinance activity. Both debit and credit card fees and service charges on deposit accounts increased due to improved customer activity compared to the second quarter of 2020.

Noninterest expense increased $4.8 million to $48.3 million for the third quarter of 2020 compared to $43.5 million in the second quarter of 2020. Salaries and employee benefits increased $3.2 million due to lower deferred origination costs related to PPP loans, higher pension costs due to an increase in retirements and a return to more normal medical costs compared to the second quarter of 2020. FDIC insurance increased $0.9 million due to the impact of recent results on certain components of the assessment calculation. Marketing expense increased $0.8 million due to the timing of marketing initiatives and the redesign of our website.

Financial Condition

Total assets decreased $283.7 million to $9.2 billion at September 30, 2020 compared to $9.5 billion at June 30, 2020. Portfolio loans decreased $153.7 million compared to June 30, 2020 as loan originations continue to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The securities portfolio declined $86.2 million compared to June 30, 2020 mainly due to short term investments maturing in conjunction with our planned reduction of $269 million in brokered deposits. The decrease in brokered deposits resulted in a decline in total deposits of $234.1 million to $7.6 billion at September 30, 2020 compared to $7.9 billion at June 30, 2020. Customer deposits, which increased significantly during the second quarter of 2020, remained relatively unchanged in the third quarter despite decreases in deposit rates.

All regulatory capital ratios increased at September 30, 2020 compared to June 30, 2020. S&T continues to maintain a strong capital position with all capital ratios above the well-capitalized thresholds of federal bank regulatory agencies.

Dividend

The Board of Directors of S&T declared a $0.28 per share cash dividend on October 19, 2020. This is unchanged from the same period in the prior year. The dividend is payable November 19, 2020 to shareholders of record on November 5, 2020.

About S&T Bancorp, Inc. and S&T Bank

S&T Bancorp, Inc. is a $9.2 billion bank holding company that is headquartered in Indiana, Pennsylvania and trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol STBA. Its principal subsidiary, S&T Bank, was recently ranked #1 in customer satisfaction with retail banking in the Mid-Atlantic including best in communication and advice by J.D. Power. Established in 1902, S&T Bank operates in five markets including Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Pennsylvania, Northeast Ohio, Central Ohio, and Upstate New York. For more information visit stbancorp.com or stbank.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.