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title: "EFSC: Q2 earnings fell on higher provisions, but loan growth and capital strength support a positive outlook"
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description: "Q2 2026 net income was $41M ($1.09/share), impacted by higher provision expenses from two large charge-offs, but core performance and loan growth remained solid. Net interest margin expanded to 4.30%, capital levels are strong, and loan growth guidance remains mid-single digits. Fee income and credit quality are expected to improve in the second half.Based on DisclaimerThis is an AI-generated summary and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify any important information with the original source."
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# EFSC: Q2 earnings fell on higher provisions, but loan growth and capital strength support a positive outlook

Q2 2026 net income was $41M ($1.09/share), impacted by higher provision expenses from two large charge-offs, but core performance and loan growth remained solid. Net interest margin expanded to 4.30%, capital levels are strong, and loan growth guidance remains mid-single digits. Fee income and credit quality are expected to improve in the second half.

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