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BEO Bancorp Reports Strong 2Q 2009 Earnings

BEO Bancorp (OTCBB:BEOB) and its subsidiary, Bank of Eastern Oregon, announced today net income for second quarter of 2009 of $564,000 or $0.63 per share, compared to second quarter 2008 earnings of $571,000 or $0.65 per share. Total assets increased 6.7% year over year to $233,838,000, while total loans grew 13.5% to $187,033,000 and deposits increased 8.1% to $190,672,000.

“Core earnings remain strong. If not for adding $600,000 to the loan loss reserve during 2nd quarter, we likely would have had one of our best quarters ever. The Board of Directors and management continue to take sound steps to make sure the provision for loan loss is funded at an appropriate level to address potential future loan losses,” said President and CEO, Jeff Bailey. “Our core earnings are encouraging to us. We are pleased to show a profitable 2nd quarter,” added Bailey.


“We are quite pleased with our growth in deposits. Our customer base continues to grow,” said COO, Gary Propheter. He continued, “We are also excited to have broken ground on our new facility in Enterprise, Oregon. The reception we have received in that new market has been exceptional.”

“Our net interest margin continues to be one of the best in the nation. This is driven by our ability to secure sources of low cost funds and a strong liquidity position. We are fortunate to be able to rely on our local communities for a good share of our funding needs,” said CFO, Mark Lemmon.


Bailey went on to say, “The Board of Directors is continuing the safe and prudent course of building capital and aggressively addressing problem credits. While we are told that the national economy shows a glimmer of hope, the banking industry continues to work through the effects of the housing crisis. The unemployment level in our state and especially in many of our counties will continue to inhibit regional economic recovery. The remainder of 2009 will be wrought with challenges. Turbulent economic times call for conservative approaches to how the bank is run. In light of this, the board of directors has voted not to pay a cash dividend for second quarter 2009.”

For further information on the company or to access internet banking, please visit our website at http://www.beobank.com.


About BEO Bancorp

BEO Bancorp is the holding company for Bank of Eastern Oregon, which operates 12 branches and two loan production offices in nine eastern Oregon counties. Branches are located in Arlington, Ione, Heppner, Condon, Irrigon, Boardman, Burns, John Day, Prairie City, Fossil, Moro and Enterprise; loan production offices are located in Hermiston and Ontario. Bank of Eastern Oregon also operates a mortgage division and offers brokerage services through BEO Financial Services. The bank’s website is www.beobank.com.


Forward-Looking Statements

The statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements based upon management’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effect on BEO Bancorp. There can be no assurances that future developments affecting BEO Bancorp will be the same as those anticipated by management.


Actual results may differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to:

(1) Competitive pressures in the banking and financial industries.


(2) Changes in interest rate environment.


(3) General economic conditions, nationally, regionally, and in operating markets.


(4) Changes in regulatory environment.


(5) Changes in business conditions and inflation.


(6) Changes in securities markets.


(7) Future credit loss experience.


BEO Bancorp
PO Box 39
Heppner, OR 97836
NEWS RELEASE
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BEO Bancorp reports strong 2008 earnings
CONTACT:
E. George Koffler, CEO (541) 676-020l
Jeff Bailey, President [phone]
Mark Lemmon, EVP & CFO, [phone]
Joey J. Warmenhoven, McAdams, Wright and Ragan, Market Maker, [phone]
Henry C. Stockman, Howe Barnes Hoefer & Arnett, Market Maker, [phone]
Heppner, Oregon, (January 26, 2009) BEO Bancorp (OTCBB:BEOB) and its subsidiary, Bank of Eastern Oregon, announced today net income for 2008 of $2,047,000. This is the second year in a row that earnings have surpassed $2 million.
Financial Highlights
Net Income for 2008 was $2,047,000, 12% lower then the record profits of 2007 of $2,325,000. Earnings per share were $2.32, compared to the previous year’s $2.64 per share total. “We are very proud of the results our employees were able to deliver to the bottom line in these uncertain times,” said CEO, E. George Koffler.
Considering the deterioration in the economy and potential weaknesses in the loan portfolio, the board of directors added $1,778,000 during the year to reserve for loan losses. Year-end reserve for loan losses stood at $3,635,074, or 2.03% of loans. “We continue to monitor the loan portfolio carefully. Non-performing assets have increased from .02% to 1.73% year over year. Non-accrual loans at year end totaled $2,427,000. Other real estate stands at $1,519,000. We have added staffing and resources to the special credits area as the need has dictated,” said Jeff Bailey, President and Chief Credit Officer. “Current appraisals show sufficient collateral coverage to mitigate the impact of additional market declines,” he concluded.
Growth
Loan levels increased to $175,791,000 from $148,274,000 year over year, an 18.6% increase. Deposit totals improved year over year from $170,160,000 to $188,958,000, an 11% increase. Total Assets increased 9.8% to $227,994,000 at year end compared to $207,636,000 at year end 2007.
1/26/2009
BEO Bancorp
PO Box 39
Heppner, OR 97836
NEWS RELEASE
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Capital
Capital ratios declined slightly year over year (see chart) due to strong asset growth in 2008. The bank continues to exceed FDIC guidelines for well-capitalized banks in all respects.
Bank of Eastern Oregon Capital Ratios
2008
2007
FDIC Guidelines for a Well-Capitalized Bank
Tier 1 Leveraged Capital
8.51%
8.70%
5.00%
Tier 1 Risk-Based Capital
9.75%
10.03%
6.00%
Total Risk-Based Capital
11.00%
11.00%
10.00%
“We are considering several alternatives for building capital to support future growth and to provide an additional cushion should the economy worsen or the recession be prolonged,” said Koffler. “During 2009, we expect organic growth in our traditional markets and continued growth from our new branch location in Enterprise, Oregon,” he added.
For further information on the Company or to access internet banking, please visit our website at http://www.beobank.com.
About BEO Bancorp
BEO Bancorp is the holding company for Bank of Eastern Oregon, which operates 12 branches and two loan production offices in nine eastern Oregon counties. Branches are located in Arlington, Ione, Heppner, Condon, Irrigon, Boardman, Burns, John Day, Prairie City, Fossil, Moro and Enterprise; loan production offices are located in Hermiston and Ontario. Bank of Eastern Oregon also operates a mortgage division and offers brokerage services through BEO Financial Services. The bank’s website is www.beobank.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
The statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements based upon management’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future
developments and their potential effect on BEO Bancorp. There can be no assurances that future developments affecting BEO Bancorp will be the same as those anticipated by management.
1/26/2009
BEO Bancorp
PO Box 39
Heppner, OR 97836
NEWS RELEASE
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Actual results may differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to:
(1)
Competitive pressures in the banking and financial industries.
(2)
Changes in interest rate environment.
(3)
General economic conditions, nationally, regionally, and in operating markets.
(4)
Changes in regulatory environment.
(5)
Changes in business conditions and inflation.
(6)
Changes in securities markets.
(7)
Future credit loss experience.