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Oak Ridge Financial Services, Inc. (BKOR) news centers on the performance and activities of Bank of Oak Ridge, the Triad’s employee-owned community bank. As the holding company for Bank of Oak Ridge, Oak Ridge uses its news releases to report unaudited quarterly and annual financial results, dividend declarations, capital actions, and leadership developments that matter to BKOR shareholders and banking clients.
Regular earnings announcements detail key metrics such as earnings per share, net interest income, net interest margin, efficiency ratio, loan receivable balances, deposit growth, nonperforming assets, and allowance for credit losses. Management commentary often explains the drivers of results, including loan growth funded by deposits and borrowings, changes in noninterest income such as gains on the sale of SBA loans, and trends in noninterest expenses like salaries, occupancy, equipment, data processing, and other operating costs.
BKOR news also highlights Oak Ridge’s SBA 7(a) lending activity, including rankings in North Carolina SBA loan production, decisions to sell or retain SBA loans, and updates on nonperforming SBA loans and related SBA guarantees. Capital management topics feature prominently, with disclosures about quarterly cash dividends, dividend increases, and the implementation and use of a stock repurchase program.
In addition, Oak Ridge issues releases on governance and leadership, such as board appointments, promotions within the executive team, and the evolution of roles like Chief Executive Officer, Chair of the Board, and Chief Financial Officer. Many news items reiterate the bank’s identity as an employee-owned community bank in the Triad, its FDIC membership and Equal Housing Lender status, and its focus on personalized service supported by modern digital banking tools.
Investors and observers can use the BKOR news feed to follow financial performance trends, dividend and repurchase activity, SBA lending developments, and leadership changes that shape Oak Ridge Financial Services, Inc. and Bank of Oak Ridge over time.
Oak Ridge Financial Services (OTCPink: BKOR) reported unaudited results for Q4 and full-year 2025 and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share payable March 3, 2026.
Key 2025 metrics: EPS $2.92 (up 42%); net income $8.0M; tangible book value per share $26.01 (up 13%); net interest margin 4.11%; nonperforming assets 1.07% of assets.
Oak Ridge Financial Services (OTCPink: BKOR) reported third quarter 2025 results and a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share payable December 1, 2025 to holders of record on November 14, 2025.
Key metrics: EPS (diluted) $0.69 (up from $0.54 YoY), net interest margin 4.18% (up 37 bps YoY), tangible book value $24.98, efficiency ratio 59.0% (improved from 67.9 YoY), loans $528.3M, deposits $543.2M, and total stockholders’ equity $68.5M (up 11.8% YoY). Nonperforming assets rose to 0.84% of total assets, driven by several SBA 7(a) loans now in nonaccrual status; provision for credit losses was $877,000 for the quarter. Management highlighted revenue growth, improved NII and noninterest income, and continued capital and liquidity strength.
Bank of Oak Ridge (OTCPink: BKOR) has appointed Darryl Jones to its Board of Directors. Jones brings over 35 years of executive experience in information technology, enterprise systems, data governance, risk management, and digital transformation.
Currently serving as Director of Systems and Operations at Winston-Salem State University, Jones previously held the position of Chief Information Officer for the City of Greensboro and served on the Board of Directors of the City of Greensboro Credit Union. CEO Tom Wayne highlighted Jones's leadership and technology expertise as valuable additions to strengthen the bank's service capabilities.
Bank of Oak Ridge (OTCPink: BKOR) announced the retirement of Steve Neal from its Board of Directors after more than 20 years of dedicated service. Neal, who served while also holding the position of Vice President of Summerfield Feed Mill, Inc., brought valuable experience as a business leader and U.S. Navy veteran.
CEO and Board Chair Tom Wayne praised Neal's role as a trusted leader and community advocate, while Board Vice Chair Doug Boike highlighted Neal's leadership qualities of wisdom, integrity, and genuine care for others. Neal's tenure has been marked by his significant contributions to strengthening the bank's community-focused mission in the Triad area.
Bank of Oak Ridge (OTCPink: BKOR) announced key leadership transitions effective July 22nd, 2025. Tom Wayne, the current CEO, has been promoted to Chair of the Board of Directors, while maintaining his CEO position. Doug Boike, who served as Chair since the bank's founding in 2000, will transition to the role of Vice-Chair & Lead Director.
The leadership changes reflect the organization's growth strategy and commitment to strong governance. Boike brings significant experience and community involvement, including leadership roles with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra and North Carolina Brass Band. The bank's board and executive team remain focused on meeting the evolving needs of clients in the Triad area.
Oak Ridge Financial Services (OTCPink: BKOR) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, with diluted EPS of $0.81, up from $0.57 in Q1 2025 and $0.46 in Q2 2024. The company demonstrated robust performance with a 14.13% return on average equity and improved net interest margin of 4.16%. Total loans increased to $537.5 million, up 8.8% year-over-year, while deposits grew to $547.5 million, a 7.7% increase from Q2 2024.
The bank's efficiency ratio improved significantly to 59.1%, though nonperforming assets increased to 0.73% due to eight SBA loans. The Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share, payable on September 3, 2025. Net interest income rose to $6.8 million, with noninterest income reaching $1.2 million, boosted by a $329,000 gain from SBA loan sales.
Oak Ridge Financial Services (OTCPink: BKOR) announced its Q4 and full-year 2024 results, along with a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share. The company reported earnings per share of $2.06 for 2024, slightly down from $2.10 in 2023, with a return on equity of 9.27%. Key highlights include:
- Loan growth of 10.2% to $508.4 million
- Deposit growth of 7.7% to $531.3 million
- Net interest margin of 3.83%
- Tangible book value increased to $23.02 per share
- Nonperforming assets rose to 0.53% of total assets
The company implemented a share repurchase program, buying back 25,100 shares for $321,000 in Q4 2024. The quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share will be paid on March 3, 2025, marking the 25th consecutive quarterly dividend.
Oak Ridge Financial Services reported third quarter 2024 results with earnings per share of $0.54, up from $0.46 in Q2 but down from $0.55 in Q3 2023. The company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share, up 20% year-over-year. Key metrics include net interest margin of 3.81%, loans receivable of $505.5 million (up 11.1% annualized), and total deposits of $510.5 million (up 4.7% annualized). Nonperforming assets increased to $2.9 million, primarily due to four SBA loans, with $1.8 million guaranteed by the SBA. The Bank's Community Bank Leverage Ratio stood at 11.1%.
Oak Ridge Financial Services, Inc. (OTCPink: BKOR) announced its Q2 2024 results and a quarterly cash dividend of $0.12 per share. Key highlights include:
- Earnings per share of $0.46, down from $0.54 in Q2 2023
- Return on equity of 8.57%, down from 10.83% in Q2 2023
- Net interest margin of 3.81%, slightly down from 3.86% in Q2 2023
- Loans receivable up 11.4% year-over-year to $494.0 million
- Total deposits up 6.5% year-over-year to $508.2 million
- Nonperforming assets to total assets at 0.16%
The Bank's Community Bank Leverage Ratio was 11.1%, well above the 9.0% requirement. Despite slight declines in earnings and margins, the company achieved double-digit annualized loan growth and maintained strong asset quality.