Carter Bank Opens First South Carolina Location in Greenville
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Carter Bank (Nasdaq: CARE) opened a new Loan Production Office in Greenville, its first physical location in South Carolina. The office, in Suite 1602 of the Daniel Building, expands the bank's commercial banking presence in the Upstate region.
The Greenville team, led by Market Executive Mike Sarvis, will offer relationship-based commercial banking solutions with local decision-making. Carter Bank views both Carolinas as attractive growth regions and indicates future plans for a full-service branch in Greenville.
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News Market Reaction – CARE
On the day this news was published, CARE gained 4.38%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Peers on Argus
CARE slipped 0.59% while close peers showed mixed, modest moves (e.g., AROW -0.44%, ACNB -0.71%, HBCP +0.06%, NFBK +0.35%). No broad sector momentum flagged.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 06 | Product launch | Positive | +0.1% | Introduced no-fee youth savings and checking accounts for ages 6–18. |
| Apr 23 | Dividend declaration | Positive | -2.1% | Reinstated quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share after nearly 10 years. |
| Apr 23 | Earnings update | Positive | -2.1% | Reported strong Q1 2026 net income and margin expansion aided by loan sale. |
| Feb 18 | Leadership change | Neutral | -1.2% | Appointed new EVP and CHRO to lead HR and culture initiatives. |
| Jan 29 | Earnings update | Positive | +2.8% | Announced Q4 and FY 2025 results with higher net income and loan growth. |
Recent history shows mixed alignment, with some selling after positive financial and dividend news but modest gains on broader earnings updates.
Over the past six months, CARE has reported stronger earnings and balance sheet cleanup, including Q4 2025 net income of $31.4M for the year and Q1 2026 net income of $85.8M driven by a major loan sale. It reinstated a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share and launched youth-focused banking products. Leadership has been refreshed with a new CHRO. Today’s Greenville Loan Production Office opening extends this growth strategy into South Carolina, complementing earlier Carolinas expansion initiatives.
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Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights CARE’s continued expansion strategy in the Carolinas, adding a Greenville Loan Production Office to deepen commercial banking relationships in a new state. It builds on earlier initiatives such as youth accounts, dividend reinstatement, and credit clean-up efforts. Investors may watch how quickly the Greenville team originates quality loans, how this complements existing North Carolina markets, and how regulatory filings reflect loan growth, credit metrics, and capital ratios over coming quarters.
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Located in the Daniel Building, the Loan Production Office will house the Bank's Commercial Banking team.
GREENVILLE, SC / ACCESS Newswire / June 2, 2026 / Carter Bank (Nasdaq:CARE) announced today the opening of a Loan Production Office in Greenville, marking the bank's first physical location in the Palmetto State.
Located in Suite 1602 of the Daniel Building, the office further strengthens Carter Bank's presence in the Upstate, a market the bank entered less than a year ago as part of its continued growth in the Carolinas.
The Greenville office will serve businesses throughout the region by providing commercial banking solutions backed by local decision-making and relationship-driven service.
"Our approach has always centered on building strong relationships and understanding the unique needs of the businesses and communities we serve," Market Executive Mike Sarvis said. "Having a physical presence in Greenville allows us to deepen those relationships, expand our reach across the Upstate, and create more opportunities for businesses of all sizes to prosper. We are excited to continue growing alongside this vibrant market."
Sarvis, along with Commercial Banker Roslyn Gilstrap and Cash Management Officer Crystal Ginn, joined Carter Bank last year as part of the bank's expansion into South Carolina. Since entering the market, the team has focused on delivering personalized financial solutions while offering the resources and capabilities of a larger financial institution.
"Greenville is an important and growing market for Carter Bank, and this office represents another meaningful step in our long-term commitment to South Carolina," said Carter Bank President and Chief Strategy Officer Brad Langs. "We see tremendous opportunity in the Upstate, and we will continue looking for ways to invest in this region, support local businesses, and expand our presence. As we grow, future plans include establishing a full-service branch location in the market."
In addition to Greenville, Carter Bank has recently brought its relationship-based, community-focused approach to the North Carolina cities of Gastonia and Winston-Salem, and continues to view both Carolinas as attractive growth regions.
For more information about Carter Bank, visit carterbank.com.
About Carter Bank
Headquartered in Martinsville, Va., Carter Bank is a
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Contact:
Brooks Taylor
VP, Corporate Communications Officer
Brooks.Taylor@cbtcares.com
276-806-5445
SOURCE: Carter Bankshares, Inc.
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