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Provident Bancorp, Inc. (PVBC) generated a steady stream of news as the holding company for BankProv, a full-service commercial bank headquartered in Massachusetts with a footprint in Northeastern Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Its news flow combined traditional bank earnings coverage with detailed updates on balance sheet trends, credit quality, and funding strategies, as reflected in its quarterly press releases describing loan portfolio mix, deposit composition, and capital levels.
Over time, a major focus of PVBC news became its strategic transformation and ultimate merger with NB Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Needham Bank. Beginning with the June 5, 2025 announcement of a definitive merger agreement, subsequent releases covered regulatory approvals, the stockholder vote on September 16, 2025, the mailing and proration of stock and cash election materials, and the confirmation of the closing timeline. A joint release on November 14, 2025 outlined the final steps to complete the merger transaction and the planned delisting of PVBC from NASDAQ.
Earlier and concurrent earnings announcements provided insight into how Provident Bancorp managed interest income, interest expense, credit loss provisions, and noninterest income and expense, while also discussing strategic changes in its loan and deposit portfolios. These releases often highlighted reductions in higher-cost funding, shifts away from enterprise value loans toward more traditional commercial and commercial real estate lending, and the bank’s continued status as well capitalized under FDIC standards.
This news page serves as a historical archive of PVBC-related coverage, from routine quarterly results to the multi-step merger process that culminated in Provident Bancorp and BankProv becoming part of NB Bancorp and Needham Bank. Readers can review these items to understand how the company’s strategy, financial profile, and corporate structure evolved up to the completion of the 2025 transaction.
Provident Bancorp (PVBC) reported Q4 2024 net income of $4.9 million ($0.29 per diluted share), up from $716,000 in Q3 2024 and $2.9 million in Q4 2023. For full-year 2024, net income was $7.3 million ($0.43 per share), compared to $11.0 million in 2023.
The company's Q4 performance showed improvements with return on average assets at 1.22% and return on average equity at 8.54%. Net interest margin increased to 3.62% in Q4 2024, up from 3.38% in Q3. Total assets were $1.59 billion, with net loans at $1.31 billion. Non-accrual loans decreased to $20.9 million (1.31% of total assets) from $37.2 million in Q3.
Notable improvements include successful reduction in funding costs, improved liquidity position, and decreased noninterest expenses by 18.8% year-over-year in Q4. The bank successfully worked out a $16.2 million construction loan and continued its strategy to reduce credit risk.
Provident Bancorp (Nasdaq:PVBC) has announced a new stock repurchase program following approval from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. The program allows the company to repurchase up to 883,366 shares, representing approximately 5% of current outstanding shares. Repurchases can be conducted through open market transactions, private dealings, and block trades, subject to Rule 10b5-1 and Rule 10b-18 regulations. Management will execute purchases based on market conditions, trading prices, and alternative capital uses. The program can be modified or terminated at any time.
Provident Bancorp reported net income of $716,000 ($0.04 per diluted share) for Q3 2024, compared to a net loss of $3.3 million in Q2 2024 and net income of $2.5 million in Q3 2023. Net interest and dividend income was $12.4 million, up 3.8% from Q2 2024 but down 10.6% from Q3 2023. The company recognized a $1.7 million provision for credit losses, primarily due to an additional reserve on a $17.6 million enterprise value relationship. Total assets were $1.65 billion, with net loans increasing by $37.3 million to $1.39 billion. The allowance for credit losses was $21.9 million, representing 1.56% of total loans.
BankProv's Vice President, Joel Gianninoto, has been named New Hampshire Banker of the Year by Bay Colony Development Corp. This recognition highlights his exceptional contributions to the banking industry and dedication to fostering business growth in New Hampshire. Gianninoto's expertise in leveraging the SBA 504 loan program has been important in enhancing business loan requests and ensuring successful outcomes for small businesses across the state.
BankProv, a commercial bank serving Massachusetts and New Hampshire, remains committed to supporting small businesses through the SBA 504 loan program, which provides long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets that promote business growth and job creation. The bank's partnership with CDCs like Bay Colony plays a vital role in driving economic development within the communities it serves.
Provident Bancorp (PVBC) reported a net loss of $3.3 million for Q2 2024, compared to net income of $5.0 million in Q1 2024 and $3.5 million in Q2 2023. The loss was primarily due to a $6.5 million provision for credit losses, largely attributed to a $7.1 million reserve on an enterprise value relationship. Net interest income decreased by 19.8% year-over-year to $12.0 million, while the net interest margin contracted to 3.27% from 3.69% in Q2 2023. Total assets decreased by 1.4% to $1.65 billion, and total deposits fell by 5.0% to $1.265 billion since December 31, 2023. The company is focusing on reducing its risk profile by eliminating digital asset lending and decreasing exposure to enterprise value lending.
Provident Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: PVBC) named Kenneth Fisher as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. With over two decades of financial experience, Fisher will oversee finance, treasury, and investor relations functions. Fisher's appointment signifies BankProv's dedication to empowering local businesses through innovative banking services. Previously, Fisher held CFO positions at Bluejay Diagnostics, Meridian Bancorp, and East Boston Savings Bank.
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