MALVERN, Pa., Nov. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meridian Corporation (Nasdaq: MRBK) today reported:

Christopher J. Annas, Chairman and CEO commented “Meridian’s third quarter revenue of $40.4 million generated earnings of $9.4 million, or $1.52 per diluted share. Year-to-date earnings equaled $27.9 million compared to $17.4 million in 2020. The outstanding quarterly performance resulted from exceptional growth and earnings from the bank segment along with seasonally strong mortgage business. Loan and lease growth year-to-date annualized to 21% (excluding PPP loans and mortgage loans held for sale) as we capitalized on disruption at recently-acquired banks, brought on new lenders from competitor banks and enjoyed a robust business environment throughout the Delaware Valley.  Our SBA and Wealth business lines also had strong quarters, capitalizing on the favorable market conditions.  Our quarterly net interest margin was 3.83%, as we remained very disciplined in our pricing of loans and deposits. Approaching $2 billion in assets, Meridian is equally capable in handling small business requests as well as major financings. This range gives us great opportunity to gain a deeper market share in the Delaware Valley.”