Hawthorn Bancshares Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

Hawthorn Bancshares reported Q2 2026 net income of $7.3 million ($1.06 EPS), up 20.1% year-over-year. The company improved its net interest margin to 4.16% and efficiency ratio to 60.66%. However, loans and deposits both declined sequentially, and non-performing assets increased. The Board approved a $0.21 quarterly dividend and increased share repurchase authorization to $10 million.