Ameriserv Finl Stock Price, News & Analysis

AmeriServ Financial (NASDAQ: ASRV) has announced a new advisory agreement with SB Value Partners L.P. (SBV), aimed at growing and optimizing its $2.4 billion assets under management in its trust and wealth management business. The company has also extended its Cooperation Agreement with SBV through 2029.

SBV, which currently owns 8.2% of AmeriServ's outstanding common stock, will provide strategic guidance to enhance the company's performance and value. The partnership focuses on expanding opportunities in the high net worth and union-based investment markets.

The complete Advisory Agreement and details of the Cooperation Agreement extension will be filed with the SEC in the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K.

AmeriServ Financial (NASDAQ: ASRV) reported net income of $3.6 million ($0.21 per diluted share) for 2024, compared to a net loss of $3.3 million in 2023. The fourth quarter 2024 saw net income of $889,000 ($0.05 per share), versus a loss of $5.3 million in Q4 2023.

Key highlights include total loan growth of $30 million (2.9%) and deposit increase of $43 million (3.7%) for 2024. Net interest income rose by $950,000 (11.1%) in Q4 2024, with net interest margin improving to 2.88%. The company's wealth management business performed strongly, with assets reaching $2.6 billion, up $37.7 million from 2023.

The company's tangible book value increased by 11.4% to $5.75 per share. The Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share, payable February 18, 2025, representing a 4.35% annualized yield.

AmeriServ Financial Bank's registered investment advisor, West Chester Capital Advisors, has rebranded to AmeriServ Wealth Advisors, Inc. The name change aims to strengthen alignment with the parent company and leverage its brand equity. The firm, with over 100 years of combined experience, offers investment management and advisory services including individual portfolio management, pension plans, and their signature Pathroad Account® portfolios. Services cater to individuals, institutions, bank and trust companies, charitable organizations, and government entities, focusing on personalized, one-on-one consultations.

AmeriServ Financial (NASDAQ: ASRV) has completed the merger of its subsidiary, AmeriServ Trust and Financial Services Company, into AmeriServ Financial Bank, effective October 1, 2024. The former trust company will operate as a division called AmeriServ Wealth & Capital Management. The merger aims to enhance operational efficiencies and provide trust customers with broader access to banking services. David Finui, former trust company president, will lead the new wealth division. AmeriServ Financial Bank operates through 16 community offices in southwestern Pennsylvania and Maryland, with total assets of $1.4 billion and a book value of $6.55 per common share as of September 30, 2024.

AmeriServ Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASRV) reported third quarter 2024 net income of $1,183,000, or $0.07 per diluted common share, an 82.8% increase from Q3 2023. For the nine-month period ended September 30, 2024, net income was $2,712,000, or $0.16 per diluted share, a 33.3% increase from the same period in 2023. The company's performance was driven by diversified revenue streams, with non-interest income representing 34% of total revenue for the first nine months of 2024. Both total average loans and deposits grew, demonstrating customer loyalty. The company's tangible book value per share increased by 10.9% to $5.72 during the first nine months of 2024. AmeriServ Financial's Board of Directors declared a $0.03 per share quarterly common stock cash dividend, payable November 18, 2024, to shareholders of record on November 4, 2024.

AmeriServ Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASRV) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share, payable on August 19, 2024, to shareholders of record on August 5, 2024. This dividend represents a 4.65% annualized yield based on the July 17, 2024 closing stock price of $2.58. The company's dividend payout ratio for the first half of 2024 was 66.7%.

AmeriServ Financial, Inc. is the parent company of AmeriServ Financial Bank and AmeriServ Trust and Financial Services Company. As of June 30, 2024, the company had total assets of $1.4 billion and a book value of $6.28 per common share. It operates through 16 community offices in southwestern Pennsylvania and Hagerstown, Maryland, along with loan production offices in Altoona and Monroeville, Pennsylvania.

AmeriServ Financial (NASDAQ: ASRV) reported a net loss of $375,000 ($0.02 per diluted share) for Q2 2024, down from a $187,000 loss in Q2 2023. For the first six months of 2024, net income was $1,529,000 ($0.09 per diluted share), up 15.1% from the same period in 2023. Key points:

- Net interest income decreased 2.6% in Q2 and 5.4% for H1 2024
- Non-interest income increased 13.2% in Q2 but decreased 0.5% for H1 2024
- Non-interest expense increased 0.9% in Q2 and 0.1% for H1 2024
- Average loans increased 4.4% year-over-year
- Book value per share increased 3.6% to $6.28 in Q2

The company incurred $1.3 million in activism defense-related expenses in Q2 2024 but expects no further such costs following a settlement with an activist investor.

AmeriServ Financial (NASDAQ: ASRV) has reached a cooperation and settlement agreement with Driver Opportunity Partners I LP. As part of the agreement, Driver will withdraw its director nominations and dismiss all litigation against AmeriServ. Driver has agreed to a perpetual standstill, preventing future nominations or litigation. AmeriServ will repurchase approximately 628,000 shares from Driver at a price below tangible book value, benefiting current shareholders. About 68% of the $1.76 million costs related to the agreement will be covered by insurance. Further financial details will be disclosed in AmeriServ’s next 10-Q report.