First Western Q1 net income rises 47.6% to $6.2 million; net interest margin widens 20 bps to 2.81%

• First Western Financial posted net income available to common shareholders of $6.2 million for Q1 2026, up 47.6%.
• Total income before non-interest expense rose to $28.3 million.
• Income before income tax climbed to $8.1 million, up 51.3%.
• Net interest income before provision increased 19.7% to $20.9 million, with net interest margin widening 20 basis points to 2.81%.
• Total assets ended March 31, 2026 at $3.24 billion, while assets under management slipped 0.6% to $7.24 billion.

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