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National Bankshares (NASDAQ: NKSH) sells insurance unit, expects $6.57M gain

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National Bankshares, Inc. has sold its subsidiary’s membership interest in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC to an unaffiliated third party, effective May 1, 2026. The interest was held through National Bankshares Financial Services, Inc.

Based on information available on the announcement date, the company estimates a pre-tax gain of approximately $6.57 million from the transaction. This gain is expected to appear in National Bankshares’ financial results for the second quarter of 2026, adding a one-time boost to earnings alongside its ongoing community banking operations in Virginia.

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National Bankshares records a one-time $6.57M gain from selling an insurance affiliate.

National Bankshares sold its subsidiary’s membership interest in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC to an unaffiliated third party effective May 1, 2026. The divested interest sat in National Bankshares Financial Services, Inc., its investment and insurance arm.

The company estimates a pre-tax gain of about $6.57 million, to be reported in Q2 2026. As described, this appears to be a non-recurring gain rather than ongoing revenue, so it will temporarily lift earnings without directly changing the core community banking franchise.

The filing includes extensive forward-looking statement language noting that actual results could differ materially due to factors such as inflation, interest rates, credit quality, regulation, technology risks, and economic conditions in the bank’s Virginia markets. Subsequent periodic reports may clarify how the sale affects segment-level revenue and expenses.

Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Estimated pre-tax gain $6.57 million From sale of membership interest in Bearing Insurance Group, to be reported in Q2 2026
Number of full-service offices 28 offices National Bank community bank locations in southwest, western and central Virginia
Effective transaction date May 1, 2026 Closing date for sale of membership interest in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC
pre-tax gain financial
"the Company estimates it will recognize a pre-tax gain of approximately $6.57 million"
membership interest financial
"announced the sale of its membership interest ... in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC"
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995."
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
allowance for credit losses financial
"the sufficiency of the Company’s allowance for credit losses"
Allowance for credit losses is a reserve set aside by a financial institution to cover potential losses from borrowers who may not repay their loans. It acts like a safety net, helping the institution prepare for loans that might turn sour. For investors, it signals how cautious the institution is about the quality of its loans and potential risks to its financial health.
community bank financial
"National Bank is a community bank operating from 28 full-service offices"
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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): May 01, 2026

 

 

National Bankshares, Inc.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

 

 

Virginia

0-15204

54-1375874

(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

 

 

 

 

 

101 Hubbard Street

 

Blacksburg, Virginia

 

24060

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

 

(Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 540 951-6300

 

 

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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


Title of each class

 

Trading
Symbol(s)

 


Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock, par value $1.25 per share

 

NKSH

 

The Nasdaq Stock Market

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 May 1, 2026, National Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company"), announced the sale of its membership interest (held by the Company's subsidiary, National Bankshares Financial Services, Inc.) in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC to an unaffiliated third party, effective May 1, 2026. Based solely on information available to the Company on the date hereof, the Company estimates it will recognize a pre-tax gain of approximately $6.57 million on the transaction, which will be reported in the Company's financial results for the second quarter of 2026.

 

About National Bankshares

National Bankshares, Inc., headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia, is the parent company of The National Bank of Blacksburg, which does business as National Bank, and National Bankshares Financial Services, Inc. National Bank is a community bank operating from 28 full-service offices, primarily in southwest, western and central Virginia, and one loan production office in Charlottesville, Virginia. National Bankshares Financial Services, Inc. is an investment and insurance subsidiary in the same trade area. The Company’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “NKSH.” Additional information is available at www.nationalbankshares.com.

 

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by use of words such as “may,” “will,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “expects,” “plans,” “estimates,” “potential,” “continue,” “should,” and similar words or phrases. These statements are based upon current and anticipated economic conditions, nationally and in the Company’s market, interest rates and interest rate policy, competitive factors, and other conditions which by their nature, are not susceptible to accurate forecast and are subject to significant uncertainty. Although we believe that our expectations with respect to forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions within the bounds of our existing knowledge of our business and operations, there can be no assurance that actual future results, performance, achievements, or trends will not differ materially from any projected future results, performance, achievements or trends expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Actual future results, performance, achievements or trends may differ materially from historical results or those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the following: the level of inflation; interest rates; national and local economic conditions; monetary and fiscal policies of the U.S. Government, including policies of the U.S. Treasury, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the impact of any policies or programs implemented pursuant to financial reform legislation; unanticipated increases in the level of unemployment in the Company’s market; the quality or composition of the loan and/or investment portfolios; the sufficiency of the Company’s allowance for credit losses; demand for loan products; deposit flows, including impact on liquidity; competition; demand for financial services in the Company’s market; the real estate market conditions in the Company’s market; laws, regulations and policies impacting financial institutions; adverse developments in the financial industry generally, responsive measures to mitigate and manage such developments, related supervisory and regulatory actions and costs, and related impacts on customer behavior; technological risks and developments, and cyber-threats, attacks or events; the Company’s technology initiatives; geopolitical conditions, including acts or threats of terrorism and/or military conflicts, or actions taken by the U.S. or other governments in response to acts or threats of terrorism and/or military conflicts; the occurrence of significant natural disasters, including severe weather conditions, floods, and other catastrophic events; the Company's ability to identify, attract, and retain experienced management, relationship managers, and support personnel, particularly in a competitive labor environment; performance by the Company’s counterparties or vendors; applicable accounting principles, policies and guidelines; the impact of public health events, including the adverse impact on our business and operations and on our customers; and other factors described from time to time in the Company’s reports (such as our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. The Company does not undertake, and specifically disclaims any obligation, to publicly release the result of any revisions which may be made to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events.

 


SIGNATURES

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.

 

 

 

National Bankshares, Inc.

 

 

 

 

Date:

May 1, 2026

By:

/s/ Lara E. Ramsey

 

 

 

Lara E. Ramsey, President & CEO

 


FAQ

What transaction did National Bankshares (NKSH) announce in this 8-K?

National Bankshares announced the sale of its subsidiary’s membership interest in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC to an unaffiliated third party. The interest was held by National Bankshares Financial Services, Inc., its investment and insurance subsidiary operating in the same trade area as the bank.

How much will National Bankshares (NKSH) gain from the Bearing Insurance sale?

The company estimates a pre-tax gain of approximately $6.57 million from selling its membership interest in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC. This estimated gain is based solely on information available to the company on the announcement date and will be reflected in future financial reporting.

When will National Bankshares (NKSH) recognize the $6.57 million pre-tax gain?

National Bankshares expects to recognize the approximately $6.57 million pre-tax gain in its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. This means the benefit will appear in the quarter covering the period after the May 1, 2026 transaction closing date.

Which subsidiary held the Bearing Insurance Group interest for National Bankshares (NKSH)?

The membership interest in Bearing Insurance Group, LLC was held by National Bankshares Financial Services, Inc. This subsidiary is described as an investment and insurance arm operating in the same trade area as The National Bank of Blacksburg, the company’s community bank subsidiary.

Where does National Bankshares (NKSH) primarily conduct its banking operations?

National Bankshares operates its community bank, The National Bank of Blacksburg, from 28 full-service offices primarily in southwest, western and central Virginia, plus one loan production office in Charlottesville, Virginia. These locations define the company’s core geographic market footprint.

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