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Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc.

BHLB

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Impact of Merger of Equals with Brookline Bancorp on Profitability and Growth Projections

The merger is expected to improve scale and significantly enhance profitability, with estimated 40% and 23% accretion to 2026 consensus estimates on GAAP and cash basis, respectively.
First-half 2025 net income annualizes to over $118 million, surpassing the December 2024 projection of $101 million.
Proactive integration planning is underway to ensure a seamless transition, with a focus on achieving a pro forma cost savings of 12.6%.

Byline Bancorp, Inc.

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Successful Integration of First Security Acquisition and System Upgrade

Completed the acquisition of First Security, adding $280 million in deposits and $153 million in loans.
System conversion and integration finalized by end of April, with all related costs included in expenses.
The transaction enhanced commercial relationships and contributed to loan and deposit growth.

Northwest Bancshares, Inc.

NWBI

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Largest Merger in Company History Completed with Penns Woods Acquisition

Merger finalized on July 25, 2025, with customer and data conversion beginning immediately.
The merger increased total assets to approximately $17 billion, making Northwest one of the top 100 bank holding companies in the U.S.
Key metrics and expected cost reductions from the merger are on target or better than expectations.
Post-merger, the bank is focusing on operational optimization and expanding through de novo branch openings in high-growth markets like Columbus and Indianapolis.

Mercantile Bank Corporation

MBWM

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Strategic Partnership with Eastern Michigan Bank for Growth and Cost Efficiency

Partnership aims to lower loan-to-deposit ratio, reduce cost of funds, and enhance liquidity.
Eastern Michigan Bank's strong credit profile and community focus align with Mercantile's culture.
Partnership will facilitate entry into new markets with proven leadership.
Financial benefits include double-digit earnings accretion, mid-single-digit tangible book value dilution, and a mid-3-year earn-back period.
Transition to Jack Henry core system scheduled for early 2027, leveraging Eastern Michigan's experience with the provider, ensuring a smooth transition.

Horizon Bancorp, Inc.

HBNC

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Financial Performance Summary

Capital ratios and tangible book value per share increased linked quarter driven by improved profitability and strategic balance sheet repositioning.
Consumer loan balances decreased by $41 million due to strategic run down of indirect auto portfolio; residential mortgage lending modestly grew.
Credit quality remained strong with substandard loans at 1.29%, nonperforming loans at 54 basis points, and net charge-offs near $254,000 or 2 basis points for the quarter.
Horizon Bancorp reported strong second quarter 2025 earnings driven by core community banking franchise strength, significant net interest margin expansion, low net charge-offs of 2 basis points annualized, and improved ROAA and ROATCE metrics.
Loan growth was solid with net loans held for investment growing $75.5 million or 1.5% in the quarter and 6.2% annualized, led by commercial loans growth of $117 million (14.8% quarterly growth).
Net interest margin increased by 19 basis points to 3.23%, including 7 basis points of outsized interest recoveries; excluding recoveries, margin expanded driven by improved asset and liability mix and disciplined pricing.
Noninterest income was stable with seasonal strength in interchange fees and mortgage gain on sale; expenses were well managed at $39.4 million, with full year expense outlook now approximately flat versus 2024.
Reported earnings per share grew by 58% for the first six months of 2025 compared to the prior year.

NBT Bancorp Inc.

NBTB

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Financial Performance Summary

NBT Bancorp reported net income of $22.5 million or $0.44 per diluted common share for Q2 2025.
Net interest margin increased 15 basis points to 3.59%, with net interest income at $124.2 million, up $17 million from the prior quarter.
Noninterest income, excluding securities gains, was $46.8 million, down 1.5% sequentially but up 8% year-over-year.
Operating earnings per share, excluding acquisition expenses and related items, were $0.88, up $0.08 from the prior quarter.
Provision for loan losses was $17.8 million, up from $7.6 million in Q1 2025, driven by $13 million acquisition-related provision and a modest economic forecast deterioration.
Revenues grew approximately 10.5% from the prior quarter and 22% year-over-year, driven by net interest income improvements and the Evans merger.
Tangible book value per share was $24.57, 9% higher than a year ago, with a tangible equity ratio above pre-merger levels.
Total operating expenses, excluding acquisition costs, were $105.4 million, a 6.3% increase from the prior quarter, mainly due to Evans acquisition and merit pay increases.

FB Financial Corporation

FBK

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Merger Synergies Achieved Earlier Than Expected

50% of deal synergies in 2025, 100% in 2026

On pace to achieve 50% of our deal synergies in 2025 and expect 100% in 2026, earlier than originally modeled due to timely deal close and conversion.

Broadstone Net Lease, Inc.

BNL

2025 Q2

Financial Services

2mo

Financial Performance Summary

Broadstone Net Lease reported adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) of $74.3 million or $0.38 per share for Q2 2025, representing 5.6% growth compared to Q2 2024.
Core general and administrative expenses totaled $6.9 million for the quarter and $14.3 million year-to-date, tracking in line with full year expectations of $30 million to $31 million.
Dividend declared at $0.29 per share payable on or before October 15, 2025.
Investment activity through Q2 2025 totaled approximately $229 million, with nearly 60% allocated to stabilized properties, funded by retained cash flow, disposition proceeds, and revolver.
Pro forma leverage ended the quarter at 5.2x net debt with over $800 million available on the revolving credit facility.
Weighted average initial cash cap rate on acquisitions was 7.2%, with lease terms averaging 12.4 years and annual rent increases of 2.8%.
Year-to-date bad debt totaled 45 basis points, reflecting rental recoveries and limited bad debt incurrence during the quarter.

Bridgewater Bancshares, Inc.

BWB

2025 Q3

Financial Services

Successful Launch of New Online Banking Platform and System Conversion

Bridgewater Bancshares successfully launched a new retail and small business online banking platform in July, enhancing client digital experience.
The company completed a systems conversion related to its acquisition of First Minnetonka City Bank in September, streamlining operations.
Management highlighted the smooth migration process for both existing and new clients, reinforcing confidence in their operational capabilities.
The system upgrades are expected to support future M&A opportunities and improve overall operational efficiency.

Atlantic Union Bankshares Corporation

AUB

2025 Q2

Financial Services

3mo

Impact of Sandy Spring Acquisition on Strategic Growth and Capital Position

Acquisition of Sandy Spring Bank closed on April 1, 2025, earlier than expected, providing strategic benefits and a strong earnings potential.
Sale of $2 billion of commercial real estate loans from Sandy Spring exceeded initial pricing estimates, reducing risk and lowering CRE concentration.
The acquisition introduced merger accounting noise, but operating results post-merger are meeting expectations.
The integration is progressing smoothly with a focus on a fourth quarter core systems conversion, leveraging past acquisition experience.

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