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Potomac Bancshares, Inc. (PTBS) is the holding company for Potomac Bank, a long-established community bank founded in 1871 as Bank of Charles Town. The PTBS news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company-issued press releases and third-party coverage related to its commercial banking, residential lending, trust and wealth services, and corporate activities across West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia.
Investors and followers of PTBS can use this page to review news about earnings results, dividend declarations, and capital actions such as stock repurchase authorizations. The company regularly reports quarterly financial performance, including net income, return on assets, return on equity, and asset quality metrics, providing insight into its community banking operations and balance sheet trends.
News items also highlight strategic developments at the bank level, including the transition from the Bank of Charles Town and BCT branding to the unified Potomac Bank name, as well as expansion and activity in key regional markets. Coverage includes updates on the SBA Preferred Lender program, commercial and mortgage lending activity, and the work of the Trust and Wealth division serving business owners, families, and individuals.
In addition, the PTBS news stream features governance and leadership updates, such as appointments to the Board of Directors and senior roles within Trust and Wealth, and community engagement stories involving the BCTCares Foundation and local recognition through readers’ polls like Loudoun’s Favorite and Best of the Best. Users can return to this page to monitor new announcements that may be relevant to understanding Potomac Bancshares’ operations, regional presence, and shareholder-related decisions.
BCT-Bank of Charles Town (OTC:PTBS) announced a partnership with KlariVis on January 18, 2022. KlariVis offers an enterprise dashboard and analytics tool designed for the financial services sector, providing actionable insights to enhance decision-making and customer engagement. BCT, with assets of approximately $701 million as of September 20, 2021, aims to leverage this partnership to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. This collaboration highlights BCT's commitment to innovation and quality service in community banking.
BCT-Bank of Charles Town (OTC:PTBS) announced a partnership with Jack Henry (NASDAQ:JKHY) to digitize its commercial lending experience. The integration aims to streamline loan origination processes, shortening turnaround times and enhancing customer experience. Vice President Anthony J. Ranghelli highlighted the importance of this digital transformation in supporting the bank's growth strategy, particularly for small and mid-sized businesses. The partnership is expected to enable better credit risk assessments and improve operational efficiencies for BCT.
BCT - Bank of Charles Town (OTC:PTBS) has been designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) Preferred Lender, marking a significant milestone as the first West Virginia chartered bank to receive this approval. This status allows BCT to directly approve SBA loan applications, streamlining the process for small business owners. The bank's expertise and established relationship with the SBA were crucial factors in this designation, aiming to enhance customer experience and facilitate faster funding for local businesses.
BCT-Bank of Charles Town (OTC:PTBS) has announced its commitment as an early investor in BankTech Ventures, a new venture capital fund aimed at supporting community banks through banking technology investments and education. The fund, targeting $150-200MM, has already secured $55MM from 60 initial partners. The collaboration is set to enhance BCT's ability to adopt emerging technologies while offering lower-cost research and development opportunities. BCT’s leadership views this partnership as crucial for maintaining competitiveness in the fast-evolving banking sector.
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BCT-The Community's Bank has appointed Paul W. Bice as Executive Vice President and Regional President to drive growth in Northern Virginia for commercial lending. Mr. Bice brings over 35 years of banking experience and a strong record in commercial banking. His previous roles include Regional President at John Marshall Bank and Senior Vice President at James Monroe Bank. BCT, founded in 1871, has about $701 million in assets and operates multiple branch offices in West Virginia and Virginia, offering various banking services.
Potomac Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: PTBS) reported Q3 2021 net income of $2.212 million, or $0.54 per share, up from $1.098 million or $0.27 per share in Q3 2020. This increase was aided by a $490 thousand negative loan loss provision. Year-to-date, net income reached $5.722 million, compared to $2.643 million in the same period last year. Total assets grew by 11% to $700.5 million, with loans increasing 7.5% to $512.8 million. The company declared a $0.08 dividend per share, payable on November 9, 2021. Return on Assets (ROA) improved to 1.13% from 0.61% a year ago.
The Board of Directors of Potomac Bancshares declared a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share at their October board meeting. This dividend will be distributed to shareholders of record on November 2, 2021, with a payment date set for November 9, 2021. Potomac Bancshares, the parent company of Bank of Charles Town (BCT), reported approximately $672 million in assets as of June 30, 2021, and has a history of over 150 years in service. The bank aims to provide various banking products, including loans and wealth management services.
BCT-Bank of Charles Town (OTC: PTBS) announced the appointment of Frank Donadio as the new Branch Manager for its Harpers Ferry location. With over 13 years in financial services, including roles at PNC and Citibank, Donadio will oversee customer experience initiatives. BCT, founded in 1871, has approximately $672 million in assets and operates across several counties in West Virginia and Maryland, offering diverse banking services. The bank aims to enhance customer satisfaction under Donadio's leadership.
Potomac Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: PTBS) announced its participation in the Boenning & Scattergood investor forum on September 27, 2021. The company, which operates the Bank of Charles Town, has approximately $672 million in assets as of June 30, 2021, and provides a variety of banking services including ATMs access and online banking. Founded in 1871, Potomac Bancshares celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. Stakeholders can access the presentation on their Investor Relations website.