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BAYONNE, N.J., April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BCB Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), (NASDAQ: BCBP), the holding company for BCB Community Bank (the “Bank”), today reported net income of $4.9 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared to a net loss of $12.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2025, and a net loss of $8.3 million for the first quarter of 2025. The Company’s earnings per diluted share for the first quarter were $0.26 compared to a loss per diluted share of ($0.73) in the preceding quarter and a loss per diluted share of ($0.51) in the first quarter of 2025. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share. The dividend will be payable on May 20, 2026, to common shareholders of record on May 6, 2026. “We are pleased to report a profitable first quarter, reflecting steady financial momentum and continued improvement across our core performance metrics. Our capital and liquidity positions remain strong, and the credit headwinds experienced in 2025 have moderated, consistent with our expectations. Following the stabilization of these trends, we have resumed lending activity and anticipate loan originations will continue to build momentum as the year progresses,” said Michael Shriner, President and Chief Executive Officer of BCB Bank. Executive Summary Total deposits were $2.672 billion at March 31, 2026, compared to $2.674 billion at December 31, 2025. Net interest margin was 2.95 percent for the first quarter of 2026, compared to 3.03 percent for the fourth quarter of 2025, and 2.59 percent for the first quarter of 2025. The total yield on our interest-earning assets was 5.21 percent for the first quarter of 2026, compared to 5.32 percent for the fourth quarter of 2025, and 5.20 percent for the first quarter of 2025. The total cost of our interest-bearing liabilities decreased 5 basis points to 2.93 percent for the first quarter of 2026, compared to 2.98 percent for the fourth quarter of 2025, and decreased 40 basis points from 3.33 percent for the first quarter of 2025. The efficiency ratio for the first quarter 2026 was 62.4 percent compared to 120.0 percent in the prior quarter, and 61.6 percent in the first quarter of 2025. The annualized return on average assets ratio for the first quarter of 2026 was 0.61 percent, compared to (1.44) percent in the prior quarter, and (...

BCB Bancorp (BCBP) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.26 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.25 per share. This compares to a loss of $0.51 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +4.00%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this community bank would post a loss of $0.88 per share when it actually produced a loss of $0.73, delivering a surprise of +17.05%. Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times. BCB Bancorp, which belongs to the Zacks Banks - Northeast industry, posted revenues of $24.94 million for the quarter ended March 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.29%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $23.8 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates three times over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call. BCB Bancorp shares have added about 15.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 3.9%. While BCB Bancorp has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock? There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions. Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for BCB Bancorp was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks...

BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) — BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) — BCB Bancorp Inc. (BCBP) on Tuesday reported first-quarter net income of $4.9 million, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier. The Bayonne, New Jersey-based bank said it had earnings of 26 cents per share. The community bank posted revenue of $42.5 million in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $24.9 million, which did not meet Street forecasts. BCB Bancorp shares have increased 16% since the beginning of the year. The stock has fallen 0.5% in the last 12 months. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BCBP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BCBP

BCB Bancorp (BCBP) could be a solid addition to your portfolio given a notable revision in the company's earnings estimates. While the stock has been gaining lately, the trend might continue since its earnings outlook is still improving. Analysts' growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this community bank is driving estimates higher, which should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements. Our stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- has this insight at its core. The five-grade Zacks Rank system, which ranges from a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record of outperformance, with Zacks #1 Ranked stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 2008. For BCB Bancorp, there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising earnings estimates, which has helped push consensus estimates considerably higher for the next quarter and full year. The chart below shows the evolution of forward 12-month Zacks Consensus EPS estimate: The earnings estimate of $0.25 per share for the current quarter represents a change of +149.0% from the number reported a year ago. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for BCB Bancorp has increased 21.95% because one estimate has moved higher compared to no negative revisions. For the full year, the company is expected to earn $1.13 per share, representing a year-over-year change of +234.5%. The revisions trend for the current year also appears quite promising for BCB Bancorp, with one estimate moving higher over the past month compared to no negative revisions. The consensus estimate has also received a boost over this time frame, increasing 13.64%. Thanks to promising estimate revisions, BCB Bancorp currently carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). The Zacks Rank is a tried-and-tested rating tool that helps investors effectively harness the power of earnings estimate revisions and make the right investment decision. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Our research shows that stocks with Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and 2 (Buy) significantly outperform the S&P 500. BCB Bancorp shares have added 10.1% over the past four weeks, suggesting that investors are bett...

BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) — BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) — BCB Bancorp Inc. (BCBP) on Friday reported a fourth-quarter loss of $12 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier. The Bayonne, New Jersey-based bank said it had a loss of 73 cents per share. The community bank posted revenue of $44.5 million in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $26.2 million, exceeding Street forecasts. For the year, the company reported a loss of $12.5 million, or 84 cents per share, swinging to a loss in the period. Revenue was reported as $101.6 million. BCB Bancorp shares have declined 3% since the beginning of the year. The stock has dropped 34% in the last 12 months. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BCBP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BCBP

BAYONNE, N.J., Jan. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BCB Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), (NASDAQ: BCBP), the holding company for BCB Community Bank (the “Bank”), today reported a net loss of $12.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to net income of $4.3 million in the third quarter of 2025, and net income of $3.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2024. The Company’s loss per diluted share for the fourth quarter was ($0.73) compared to earnings per diluted share of $0.22 in the preceding quarter and $0.16 in the fourth quarter of 2024. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share. The dividend will be payable on February 26, 2026, to common shareholders of record on February 11, 2026. “As previously noted in our Form 8-K filed on January 16, 2026, our fourth-quarter results reflect a $15.1 million pre-tax write-down on an isolated cannabis-related real estate owned (REO) property, as well as $16.3 million in additional net charge-offs, primarily within the Bank’s C&I loan portfolio. Throughout 2025, management took decisive, proactive steps to address asset quality while simultaneously strengthening our capital position and liquidity profile. These actions have created a more resilient foundation and position us well as we enter 2026,” said Michael Shriner, President and Chief Executive Officer of BCB Bank. “In alignment with our commitment to prudent balance-sheet management, the Board of Directors has made the strategic decision to adjust our quarterly cash dividend to $0.08 per share. The Board continues to prioritize long-term shareholder value creation, focusing on improving earnings performance and disciplined capital allocation,” added Mr. Shriner. Executive Summary Total deposits were $2.674 billion at December 31, 2025, compared to $2.687 billion at September 30, 2025. Net interest margin increased to 3.03 percent for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to 2.88 percent for the third quarter of 2025, and 2.53 percent for the fourth quarter of 2024. The total yield on our interest-earning assets was 5.32 percent for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to 5.23 percent for the third quarter of 2025, and 5.33 percent for the fourth quarter of 2024. The total cost of our interest-bearing liabilities decreased 8 basis points to 2.98 percent for the fourth quarter of 2025,...

Independent Bank Corp. (INDB) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.7 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.65 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.21 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +2.83%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this holding company for Rockland Trust would post earnings of $1.54 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.55, delivering a surprise of +0.65%. Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times. Independent Bank Corp., which belongs to the Zacks Banks - Northeast industry, posted revenues of $253.93 million for the quarter ended December 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.53%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $176.85 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates three times over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call. Independent Bank Corp. shares have added about 8.6% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 0.4%. While Independent Bank Corp. has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock? There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions. Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Independent Bank Corp. was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the...

For the quarter ended September 2025, BCB Bancorp (BCBP) reported revenue of $26.46 million, up 1.1% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.22, compared to $0.36 in the year-ago quarter. The reported revenue represents a surprise of +3.02% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $25.68 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.21, the EPS surprise was +4.76%. While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Street expectations to determine their next course of action, some key metrics always provide a better insight into a company's underlying performance. As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately. Here is how BCB Bancorp performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts: Net Interest Margin: 2.9% versus 2.8% estimated by two analysts on average. Efficiency ratio: 62.6% versus the two-analyst average estimate of 60%. Total Non-Interest Income: $2.75 million versus $2.22 million estimated by two analysts on average. Net Interest Income: $23.71 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $23.46 million. View all Key Company Metrics for BCB Bancorp here>>> Shares of BCB Bancorp have returned -7.4% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +2.5% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report BCB Bancorp, Inc. (NJ) (BCBP) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research

BAYONNE, N.J., Oct. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BCB Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), (NASDAQ: BCBP), the holding company for BCB Community Bank (the “Bank”), today reported net income of $4.3 million for the third quarter of 2025, compared to net income of $3.6 million in the second quarter of 2025, and net income of $6.7 million for the third quarter of 2024. Earnings per diluted share for the third quarter were $0.22 compared to $0.18 per diluted share in the preceding quarter and $0.36 in the third quarter of 2024. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per share. The dividend will be payable on November 24, 2025, to common shareholders of record on November 10, 2025. “We are pleased to report another profitable quarter with increasing capital ratios, a strong liquidity position, and continued focus on optimizing both the asset and liability sides of our balance sheet. Our net interest margin continued to expand on a linked quarter basis highlighting our efforts in successfully managing the funding profile of the Bank,” Michael Shriner, President and Chief Executive Officer of BCB Bank, explained. “As disclosed previously, we continue to proactively address our asset quality and remain disciplined in booking loan loss provisioning expenses and assigning appropriate risk-ratings to support our loan loss reserves for the third quarter. The net charge-offs in the quarter were elevated primarily due to the $12.7 million charge-off of previously established specific reserves for a cannabis-related relationship, as reported in our first quarter press release,” added Mr. Shriner. Executive Summary Total deposits were $2.687 billion at September 30, 2025, compared to $2.662 billion at June 30, 2025. Net interest margin increased to 2.88 percent for the third quarter of 2025, compared to 2.80 percent for the second quarter of 2025, and 2.58 percent for the third quarter of 2024. The total yield on our interest-earning assets was 5.23 percent for the third quarter of 2025, compared to 5.24 percent for the second quarter of 2025, and 5.44 percent for the third quarter of 2024. The total cost of our interest-bearing liabilities decreased 10 basis points to 3.06 percent for the third quarter of 2025, compared to 3.16 percent for the second quarter of 2025, and decreased 56 basis points from 3.62 pe...

BCB Bancorp (BCBP) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.22 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.21 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.36 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +4.76%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this community bank would post earnings of $0.18 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.18, delivering no surprise. Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates just once. BCB Bancorp, which belongs to the Zacks Banks - Northeast industry, posted revenues of $26.46 million for the quarter ended September 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.02%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $26.17 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates two times over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call. BCB Bancorp shares have lost about 30.7% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 15.5%. While BCB Bancorp has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock? There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions. Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for BCB Bancorp was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stoc...

BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) — BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) — BCB Bancorp Inc. (BCBP) on Monday reported third-quarter earnings of $4.3 million. The Bayonne, New Jersey-based bank said it had earnings of 22 cents per share. The community bank posted revenue of $45.8 million in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $26.5 million, which topped Street forecasts. BCB Bancorp shares have declined 31% since the beginning of the year. The stock has decreased 29% in the last 12 months. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BCBP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BCBP

The market expects BCB Bancorp (BCBP) to deliver a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. This widely-known consensus outlook is important in assessing the company's earnings picture, but a powerful factor that might influence its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates. The earnings report might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower. While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise. This community bank is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.21 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -41.7%. Revenues are expected to be $25.68 million, down 1.9% from the year-ago quarter. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 6.52% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period. Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise Estimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core. The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier. Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readin...