CB Financial Services, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Increase of 4%

CB Financial Services, Inc. ("CB" or the "Company") (NASDAQGM:CBFV), the holding company of Community Bank (the "Bank"), today announced its second quarter and year-to-date 2025 financial results.

2025 Second Quarter Financial Highlights

• Total assets were $1.52 billion at June 30, 2025, an increase of $34.5 million from March 31, 2025. Growth has been largely driven through strong commercial real estate and commercial and industrial loan production funded through a rise in core deposit accounts. The Bank also continues to focus efforts on repositioning the balance sheet to maximize earnings while maintaining its historic risk profile. These strategic movements include:
  • Effectively managing cash and liquidity.
  • Redeploying repayments of indirect automobile and residential mortgage loans into higher-yielding commercial loan products. Commercial loans totaled 59% of the Bank's loan portfolio at June 30, 2025 compared to 53% at June 30, 2024.
  • Effecting changes in the Bank's deposit mix by focusing on growth in lower cost core deposit relationships and reducing reliance on time deposits.
• Net interest margin ("NIM") improved to 3.54% for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to 3.27% for the three months ended March 31, 2025. Main factors impacting the improved NIM included:
  • A reduction in the cost of funds to 1.89% from 2.03% resulting from the favorable change in the Bank's deposit mix coupled with disciplined deposit pricing and the recent reduction in the federal funds rate.
  • An increase in the yield on earning assets to 5.31% from 5.17% as the positive impact of the balance sheet repositioning strategies offset the effect of recent rate cuts on asset repricing.
• Noninterest expenses decreased $1.1 million to $8.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $9.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025. During the quarter ended March 31, 2025, the Bank recognized $1.0 million in one-time expenses related to the previously announced reduction in force. Excluding these one-time charges, noninterest expense decreased $51,000 as ongoing savings from the reduction in force and other operational changes involving property management, recruitment and other activities are realized and expenses are actively managed and controlled.
• Asset quality remains strong as nonperforming loans to total loans was 0.16% at June 30, 2025.
• Book value per share and tangible book value per share (Non-GAAP) was $29.84 and $27.88, respectively at June 30, 2025. The improvements since year-end resulted from increased equity due to current period net income and a decrease in accumulated other comprehensive losses, partially offset by treasury shares repurchased under the Company's stock repurchase program and the payment of dividends.
• The Bank remains well-capitalized and is positioned for future growth.

Management Commentary

President and CEO John H. Montgomery commented, "The first half of the year demonstrated solid loan growth and continued net interest margin improvement, with our strong second quarter operating results further reinforcing this positive momentum. Net interest margin expansion during the quarter was driven primarily by a reduction in our cost of funds, reflecting a more favorable deposit mix, disciplined deposit pricing and the recent federal funds rate cuts. Additionally, the yield on earning assets increased during the quarter, supported by the positive impact of our balance sheet repositioning strategies, which effectively mitigated the effects of recent rate reductions on asset repricing. Together, these factors demonstrate the effectiveness of our proactive management approach and position us to sustain strong margin performance moving forward.

In navigating a fluctuating economic environment, we remain disciplined by maintaining a conservative balance sheet and actively managing risk. Since year-end, our loan portfolio grew by $18.2 million, or 1.7%, driven by increases in commercial real estate and commercial and industrial loans, partially offset by declines in construction, consumer and residential real estate loans. We were encouraged by loan growth during the quarter and anticipate steady loan demand throughout the year. Asset quality remains strong, with nonperforming loans representing just 0.16% of total loans and allowance for credit losses to nonperforming assets of 505.0% at quarter-end, reflecting our commitment to prudent credit management.

In the second quarter we advanced the implementation of our Specialty Treasury Payments & Services program—an integral part of our long-term strategic plan to drive sustainable revenue growth and expand our core deposit base. All focus remains on building out the treasury products, personnel and technology to be fully operational by late 2025. While related expenses will modestly impact operating costs in the near term, we expect this to be a high-return investment in the strength and scalability of our franchise.

We continue to prioritize strengthening core banking relationships and strategically reducing our reliance on time deposit-only accounts, contributing to a positive shift in our deposit mix. Since year-end, total time deposits declined by $16.7 million, driven by a $56.7 million reduction in organic time deposits, partially offset by a $40.0 million increase in brokered CDs. As we begin to scale our treasury deposit initiatives later this year, we anticipate the opportunity to reduce or fully replace brokered CDs, further aligning our funding mix with our long-term strategic objectives.

As we move into the second half of the year, we maintain a positive outlook on the effectiveness of our strategic initiatives and believe we are well-positioned to achieve meaningful revenue growth by year-end."

Dividend Declaration

The Company's Board of Directors has approved a 4.0% increase in the regular quarterly dividend by declaring a $0.26 quarterly cash dividend per outstanding share of common stock, payable on or about August 29, 2025, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on August 15, 2025.

2025 Second Quarter Financial Review

Net Interest and Dividend Income

Net interest and dividend income increased $1.1 million, or 9.3%, to $12.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $11.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024.

• Net Interest Margin (NIM) (GAAP) increased to 3.54% for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to 3.18% for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Fully tax equivalent (FTE) NIM (Non-GAAP) increased 36 basis points ("bps") to 3.55% for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to 3.19% for the three months ended June 30, 2024.
• Interest and dividend income decreased $179,000, or 0.9%, to $18.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $18.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024.
  • Interest income on loans increased $822,000, or 5.6%, to $15.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $14.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024. The average yield on loans increased 18 bps to 5.68% from 5.50% despite a 100bp reduction in the federal funds rate since September 2024. While this led to the downward repricing of variable and adjustable rate loans, the impact was negated by a reduction in lower yielding consumer loans due to the discontinuation of the indirect automobile loan product with the redeployment of those funds into higher yielding commercial loan products. The increase in the average yield caused a $489,000 increase in interest income on loans. Additionally, the average balance of loans increased $22.2 million to $1.10 billion from $1.08 billion, causing a $349,000 increase in interest income on loans.
  • Interest income on taxable investment securities increased $16,000, or 0.6%, to $2.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $2.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024 driven by a $18.5 million increase in average balances, partially offset by a 26 bp decrease in average yield. The increase in volume was driven by a $22.9 million increase in the average balance of collateralized loan obligation ("CLO") securities as the Bank executed a leverage strategy during 2024 to purchase these assets funded with cash reserves and brokered certificates of deposits. The decrease in yield resulted from the reductions in the federal funds rate since September 2024.
  • Interest income on interest-earning deposits at other banks decreased $982,000 to $331,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $1.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024 driven by a 125 bp decrease in the average yield and a $67.7 million decrease in average balances. The decrease in the yield was directly related to the Federal Reserve's reductions in the federal funds rate.
• Interest expense decreased $1.2 million, or 16.7%, to $6.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $7.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024.
  • Interest expense on deposits decreased $1.3 million, or 19.0%, to $5.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $7.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024. The cost of interest-bearing deposits declined 47 bps to 2.28% for the three months ended June 30, 2025 from 2.75% for the three months ended June 30, 2024 due to the change in the deposit mix and the recent Federal Reserve federal funds rate decreases. The decrease in the cost of interest-bearing deposits accounted for a $1.2 million reduction in interest expense. Average interest-bearing deposit balances decreased $27.2 million, or 2.6%, to $1.01 billion as of June 30, 2025 compared to $1.03 billion as of June 30, 2024, primarily as the Bank strategically reduced brokered deposits and time deposit only relationships. The decrease in average balances accounted for a $161,000 reduction in interest expense.

Provision for Credit Losses

A provision for credit losses of $8,000 was recorded for the three months ended June 30, 2025. The provision for credit losses - loans was a $136,000 recovery and was primarily due to a reduction of reserve required for individually assessed loans and changes in loan concentrations, partially offset by additional reserve required for overall loan growth and a change in qualitative factors relating to economic conditions. The provision for credit losses - unfunded commitments was $144,000 and was due to an increase in unfunded commitments and an increase in funding rates. This compared to a net recovery of $36,000 recorded for the three months ended June 30, 2024 as the provision for credit losses - loans was $12,000 and was primarily due to an increase in the reserve required for individually assessed loans, partially offset by a decrease in loan balances while the provision for credit losses - unfunded commitments was a recovery of $48,000 and was due to a decrease in loss rates.

Noninterest Income

Noninterest income increased $243,000, or 35.3%, to $931,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2025, compared to $688,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2024. This resulted primarily from a $205,000 increase in service fees primarily related to corporate deposit and Individual Covered Health Reimbursement Arrangement accounts.

Noninterest Expense

Noninterest expense decreased $236,000, or 2.6%, to $8.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to $9.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Occupancy expense decreased $324,000 due to environmental remediation costs related to a construction project on one of the Bank's office locations recognized only in 2024 and certain property management cost savings initiatives implemented in 2025. Intangible amortization decreased $264,000 as the Bank's core deposit intangibles were fully amortized in 2024. Data processing expense decreased $250,000 due to costs associated with the implementation of a new loan origination system and financial dashboard platform during mid-2024. Pennsylvania shares tax expense decreased $154,000 due to $217,000 of refunds received on amended returns filed for prior years. Legal and professional fees decreased $91,000 primarily due to timing differences related to internal and external audit and tax services. These decreases were partially offset as salaries and benefits increased $663,000, or 15.0%, to $5.1 million primarily due to merit increases, revenue producing staff additions and higher insurance benefit costs, partially offset by savings realized due to the reduction in force implemented earlier this year. Equipment expense increased $74,000 due to higher depreciation expense associated with interactive teller machines, security system upgrades and other equipment placed into service in 2024.

Statement of Financial Condition Review

Assets

Total assets increased $36.4 million, or 2.5%, to $1.52 billion at June 30, 2025, compared to $1.48 billion at December 31, 2024.

• Cash and due from banks increased $14.9 million, or 30.1%, to $64.5 million at June 30, 2025, compared to $49.6 million at December 31, 2024.
• Securities increased $5.0 million, or 1.9%, to $267.2 million at June 30, 2025, compared to $262.2 million at December 31, 2024. The securities balance was primarily impacted by security purchases and an increase in the market value of the portfolio, partially offset by principal repayments on amortizing securities and the sale of equity securities.

Loans and Credit Quality

• Total loans increased $18.2 million, or 1.7%, to $1.11 billion compared to $1.09 billion, and included increases in commercial real estate and commercial and industrial loans of $27.7 million and $26.2 million, respectively, partially offset by decreases in construction, consumer and residential real estate loans of $14.0 million, $13.1 million and $8.7 million, respectively. The decrease in consumer loans resulted from a reduction in indirect automobile loan production due to the discontinuation of this product offering as of June 30, 2023. This portfolio is expected to continue to decline as resources are allocated and production efforts are focused on more profitable commercial products. Excluding the $8.3 million decrease in indirect automobile loans, total loans increased $26.4 million, or 2.4%. Loan production totaled $97.0 million while $51.5 million of loans were paid off since December 31, 2024.
• The allowance for credit losses (ACL) was $9.7 million at June 30, 2025 and $9.8 million at December 31, 2024. As a result, the ACL to total loans was 0.88% at June 30, 2025 and 0.90% at December 31, 2024. During the current year, the Company recorded a net recovery for credit losses of $32,000. The allowance for credit losses to nonperforming assets was 505.0% at June 30, 2025 and 548.1% at December 31, 2024.
• Net recoveries for the three months ended June 30, 2025 were $39,000, or 0.01% of average loans on an annualized basis. Net charge-offs for the three months ended June 30, 2024 were $67,000, or 0.02% of average loans on an annualized basis. Net charge-offs for the six months ended June 30, 2025 were $15,000. Net charge-offs for the six months ended June 30, 2024 were $50,000.
• Nonperforming loans, which include nonaccrual loans and accruing loans past due 90 days or more, were $1.8 million at June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024. Nonperforming loans to total loans ratio was 0.16% at June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024.

Liabilities

Total liabilities increased $35.4 million, or 2.7%, to $1.37 billion at June 30, 2025 compared to $1.33 billion at December 31, 2024.

Deposits

• Total deposits increased $25.9 million, or 2.0%, to $1.31 billion as of June 30, 2025 compared to $1.28 billion at December 31, 2024. Interest-bearing demand, non interest-bearing demand and savings deposits increased $36.7 million, $10.8 million and $1.5 million, respectively while time deposits decreased $16.7 million and money market deposits decreased $6.3 million, respectively. This favorable change in the deposit mix was the result of an increased focus on building core banking relationships while strategically reducing time deposit-only relationships. Brokered time deposits totaled $79.0 million as of June 30, 2025 and $39.0 million as of December 31, 2024, all of which mature within three months and were utilized to fund the purchase of floating rate CLO securities. At June 30, 2025, FDIC insured deposits totaled approximately 61.0% of total deposits while an additional 14.8% of total deposits were collateralized with investment securities.

Accrued Interest Payable and Other Liabilities

• Accrued interest payable and other liabilities increased $9.5 million, or 59.6%, to $25.5 million at June 30, 2025, compared to $16.0 million at December 31, 2024 primarily due to $9.0 million of syndicated national credits not yet settled.

Stockholders' Equity

Stockholders' equity increased $984,000, or 0.7%, to $148.4 million at June 30, 2025, compared to $147.4 million at December 31, 2024. The key factors positively impacting stockholders' equity was $5.9 million of net income for the current year, a $2.9 million decrease in accumulated other comprehensive loss and $1.1 million of shares issued as a result of stock option exercises, partially offset by $6.8 million of treasury shares purchased under the stock repurchase program and the payment of $2.5 million in dividends since December 31, 2024.

Book value per share

Book value per common share was $29.84 at June 30, 2025 compared to $28.71 at December 31, 2024, an increase of $1.13.

Tangible book value per common share (Non-GAAP) was $27.88 at June 30, 2025, compared to $26.82 at December 31, 2024, an increase of $1.06.

Refer to "Explanation of Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" at the end of this Press Release.

About CB Financial Services, Inc.

CB Financial Services, Inc. is the bank holding company for Community Bank, a Pennsylvania-chartered commercial bank. Community Bank operates its branch network in southwestern Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Community Bank offers a broad array of retail and commercial lending and deposit services.

For more information about CB Financial Services, Inc. and Community Bank, visit our website at www.communitybank.tv.

Statement About Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may constitute forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and such forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. The Company intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions contained in the Act. The Company's ability to predict results or the actual effect of future plans or strategies is inherently uncertain. Factors which could have a material adverse effect on the operations and future prospects of the Company and its subsidiaries include, but are not limited to, general and local economic conditions, changes in market interest rates, deposit flows, demand for loans, real estate values and competition, competitive products and pricing, the ability of our customers to make scheduled loan payments, loan delinquency rates and trends, our ability to manage the risks involved in our business, our ability to control costs and expenses, inflation, market and monetary fluctuations, changes in federal and state legislation and regulation applicable to our business, actions by our competitors, and other factors that may be disclosed in the Company's periodic reports as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements except as may be required by applicable law or regulation.