Customers Bancorp (NYSE: CUBI) unveils $100M common stock repurchase plan

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Customers Bancorp, Inc. announced that its board authorized a new common stock repurchase program allowing the company to buy back up to $100 million of its outstanding common stock. The authorization runs for one year from February 12, 2026 and may be suspended or terminated at any time.

Repurchases, if made, may occur in the open market, through privately negotiated transactions or via Rule 10b5-1 plans, and will be funded with cash on hand. Management states the board views this as providing flexibility to deploy capital while continuing to support clients and the company’s long-term growth strategy.

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$100M buyback authorization adds capital deployment flexibility but usage is optional.

Customers Bancorp received board approval to repurchase up to $100 million of common stock over a one-year period starting February 12, 2026. The plan is discretionary, so actual repurchase volume will depend on management’s assessment of pricing, performance, and alternative capital uses.

The company indicates it has strengthened its capital position and organically increased earnings power in recent years, and plans to fund any repurchases with cash on hand. The authorization can be suspended or terminated at any time, which means actual impact will hinge on future decisions disclosed in subsequent company communications.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2026

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Customers Bancorp, Inc.

Pennsylvania			001-35542			27-2290659
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)			(Commission File number)			(IRS Employer Identification No.)

701 Reading Avenue

West Reading PA 19611

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(610) 933-2000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbols

Name of each exchange on which registered

Voting Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share

CUBI

New York Stock Exchange

5.375% Subordinated Notes due 2034

CUBB

New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 8.01    Other Events.

On February 11, 2026, the Board of Directors of the Customers Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) authorized a new common stock repurchase program (the “Share Repurchase Program”) to repurchase up to $100 million of the Company’s common stock. The term of the Share Repurchase Program will extend for one year from February 12, 2026, unless earlier terminated. Purchases of shares under the Share Repurchase Program may be executed through open market purchases, privately negotiated transactions, through the use of Rule 10b5-1 plans, or otherwise. The exact number of shares, timing for such purchases, and the price and terms at and on which such purchases are to be made will be at the discretion of the Company and will comply with all applicable regulatory limitations.

A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01        Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit						Description
Exhibit 99.1						Press Release dated February 11, 2026

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.

CUSTOMERS BANCORP, INC.

By: /s/ Andrew B. Sachs

Name: Andrew B. Sachs

Title: Executive Vice President - General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Date: February 11, 2026

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit						Description
Exhibit 99.1						Press Release dated February 11, 2026

Customers Bancorp Announces Common Stock Repurchase Plan WEST READING, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On February 11, 2026, the Board of Directors of Customers Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: CUBI) (“the Company”), the holding company for Customers Bank, authorized a new common stock repurchase plan, providing the Company the discretion to purchase up to $100 million of its outstanding common stock over a one-year period. “Over the past several years, we have deliberately strengthened our capital position, executed on our strategic priorities, grown franchise value, and organically increased our earnings power,” said Sam Sidhu, Chief Executive Officer of Customers Bancorp. “As a result of those efforts, the Board of Directors believes it is prudent to once again have a common stock repurchase authorization in place that provides us flexibility to deploy capital strategically while continuing to support our clients and our long-term growth strategy.” The timing, price, and quantity of repurchases under the common stock repurchase plan will be at the discretion of Customers Bancorp and will depend on various factors, including Customers Bancorp capital position, liquidity, financial performance, alternative uses of capital, stock trading price, regulatory requirements and limitations, and general market conditions. The repurchase plan does not obligate Customers Bancorp to repurchase any particular number of shares, and it may be suspended or terminated at any time. Customers Bancorp expects to fund any repurchases with cash on hand. The common stock repurchases may be effected through open market purchases or privately negotiated transactions, including repurchase plans that satisfy the conditions of Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Institutional Background Customers Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:CUBI) is one of the nation’s top-performing banking companies with over $24 billion in assets making it one of the 80 largest bank holding companies in the U.S. Customers Bank’s commercial and consumer clients benefit from a full suite of technology-enabled tailored product experiences delivered by best-in-class customer service distinguished by a Single Point of Contact approach. In addition to

traditional lines such as C&I, commercial real estate, and residential and personal lending, Customers Bank also provides a number of national corporate banking services to clients in businesses including: fund finance, venture banking, healthcare, mortgage finance, and equipment finance. Major accolades include: • Named a Top 10 Performing Bank by American Banker for five consecutive years (2021-2025), including the #1 spot in 2024 among midsize banks ($10B to $50B in assets) • No. 45 out of the 100 largest publicly traded banks in 2026 Forbes Best Banks list • Net Promoter Score of 81 compared to industry average of 41 A member of the Federal Reserve System with deposits insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Customers Bank is an equal opportunity lender. Learn more: www.customersbank.com. Media Contact: Vested customersbank@fullyvested.com

FAQ

What did Customers Bancorp (CUBI) announce in its new stock repurchase plan?

Customers Bancorp’s board authorized a new common stock repurchase plan for up to $100 million of outstanding shares over one year from February 12, 2026. The plan is discretionary and can be suspended or terminated at any time based on future conditions and decisions.

Over what period can Customers Bancorp repurchase up to $100 million of stock?

The repurchase authorization allows Customers Bancorp to buy back up to $100 million of common stock over a one-year period beginning February 12, 2026. Within that window, timing and amounts will depend on capital position, liquidity, market conditions, and other factors management evaluates.

How will Customers Bancorp fund its $100 million stock repurchase program?

Customers Bancorp expects to fund any stock repurchases with cash on hand. This means buybacks, if executed, will use existing liquidity rather than external financing, aligning the program with the bank’s stated focus on a strengthened capital position and prudent capital deployment.

Is Customers Bancorp required to repurchase the full $100 million in shares?

No, the plan does not obligate Customers Bancorp to repurchase a specific number of shares or dollar amount. Management retains full discretion, and the authorization may be suspended or terminated at any time depending on capital needs, market conditions, and alternative uses of capital.

What factors will influence Customers Bancorp’s share repurchase activity?

Repurchase activity will depend on capital position, liquidity, financial performance, alternative uses of capital, stock price, regulatory considerations, and market conditions. These factors will guide decisions on whether, when, and how much stock to buy under the one-year, $100 million authorization.

What methods can Customers Bancorp use to execute its stock repurchases?

Customers Bancorp may repurchase shares via open market purchases, privately negotiated transactions, or Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. These avenues give the company flexibility in how it executes any buybacks within regulatory limits and the overall $100 million, one-year repurchase authorization.

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