Beacon Financial Reports Strong 2025 Results Driven by Merger of Equals, Net Income Up 31.4%

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Beacon Financial Corp. reported a 31.4% increase in net income to $90.3 million for 2025, with EPS of $1.03, largely due to the successful integration of its merger of equals, which significantly expanded its asset base and improved net interest margin.

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• Strong Financial Growth Post-Merger

  Net income increased 31.4% to $90.3 million ($1.03 EPS) for 2025, with total assets growing 95% to $23.2 billion following the September 2025 merger of equals.

• Improved Net Interest Margin

  Net interest income rose 52.6% to $503.1 million, and net interest margin expanded by 50 basis points to 3.56% in 2025.

• Solid Capital Position

  The company and its bank subsidiary remain "well-capitalized" with strong Common Equity Tier 1 ratios of 10.95% and 11.22%, respectively.

• Executive Retention

  Chief Operating Officer Michael W. McCurdy received a $3 million retention bonus, payable in two installments, to ensure leadership stability post-merger.

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Beacon Financial Corp.'s 2025 annual report highlights the significant positive impact of its merger of equals, completed in September 2025. The company achieved substantial growth in net income and assets, demonstrating successful integration and an improved financial position. While non-performing assets increased in absolute terms, this is contextualized by the large expansion of the loan portfolio. The company maintains robust capital ratios, providing a strong foundation for future operations. The retention of key executives post-merger also signals leadership stability.