CB Financial Services Reports Strong Q4 Earnings, 8% Dividend Hike, and CFO Promotion

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CB Financial Services, Inc. announced robust fourth-quarter financial results, including a significant rebound in earnings and an 8% increase in its quarterly cash dividend, alongside the promotion of Amanda L. Engles to Chief Financial Officer.

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• Strong Q4 2025 Financial Results

  The company reported net income of $4.74 million ($0.89 diluted EPS) and adjusted net income of $3.80 million ($0.72 diluted EPS) for Q4 2025, marking a significant rebound from a Q3 loss.

• Increased Quarterly Cash Dividend

  The Board of Directors declared an 8% increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend to $0.28 per share, payable on February 27, 2026.

• Improved Net Interest Margin (NIM)

  Net interest margin rose to 3.76% in Q4 2025, an increase of 12 basis points from Q3, driven by the successful execution of a balance sheet repositioning strategy.

• CFO Promotion

  Amanda L. Engles was promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 21, 2026, after serving as Interim CFO since February 2025.

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The filing details CB Financial Services' strong operational performance in Q4 2025, marked by a substantial rebound in net income and an improved net interest margin (NIM) to 3.76%. This improvement follows a strategic balance sheet repositioning in Q3 that incurred a one-time loss but is now yielding positive results. The 8% increase in the quarterly cash dividend signals confidence in future performance and commitment to shareholder returns. The promotion of Amanda L. Engles to permanent CFO provides leadership stability. While nonperforming loans increased year-over-year, management indicates these are well-secured with expected full repayment, suggesting a manageable risk. Investors should monitor the continued impact of the balance sheet repositioning on NIM and the trend in asset quality.