EWSB Bancorp Reports Reduced Q1 Loss Amidst Persistent Capital Ratio Non-Compliance and Interest Rate Risk

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EWSB Bancorp reported a smaller net loss and improved net interest income for Q1 2026, but remains non-compliant with key capital ratios and faces significant interest rate risk, prompting continued consideration of a private stock offering.

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• Continued Capital Ratio Non-Compliance

  The Bank remains non-compliant with its Board-designated Tier 1 capital ratio (6.3% vs. 8.0% minimum) and the State of Wisconsin's net worth ratio (4.99% vs. 6.0% minimum), continuing issues highlighted in the prior 10-K filing from March 25, 2026.

• Interest Rate Risk Exceeds Policy Limits

  The estimated change in Economic Value of Equity (EVE) for a 200 basis point interest rate shift is outside the Bank's asset/liability management policy limits, indicating significant interest rate sensitivity.

• Reduced Net Loss and Improved Net Interest Income

  The company reported a reduced net loss of $365,000 for Q1 2026, down from $569,000 in Q1 2025, and a 22.3% increase in net interest income, showing some operational improvement.

• Considering Private Stock Offering

  The company is still considering a private offering of up to $3.5 million in common stock, as previously disclosed in an 8-K filing on April 24, 2026, to address capital needs.

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This quarterly report highlights a mixed financial picture for EWSB Bancorp. While the company reduced its net loss and improved net interest income, it continues to operate below its Board-designated Tier 1 capital ratio and the State of Wisconsin's net worth ratio, as previously noted in the 10-K filing from March 25, 2026. Furthermore, the company's Economic Value of Equity (EVE) remains highly sensitive to interest rate changes, exceeding its internal policy limits. The ongoing consideration of a private stock offering underscores the need for capital to address these persistent issues and regulatory requirements.