Seneca Bancorp Reports Q1 Net Loss Amid Rising Expenses, Despite Net Interest Income Growth

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Seneca Bancorp posted a net loss in Q1 2026 due to higher operating expenses, despite revenue growth. This extends a negative earnings trend, though asset quality metrics improved.

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• Net Loss Reported

  The company recorded a net loss of $50,000 for Q1 2026, a significant decline from a net income of $148,000 in Q1 2025.

• Surge in Operating Expenses

  Total non-interest expenses increased by $644,000 (27.7%) year-over-year, driven by higher compensation, core processing, and professional fees.

• Net Interest Income Growth

  Net interest income rose by $316,000 (14.8%) to $2.444 million, primarily due to increased loan interest income.

• Improved Asset Quality

  Non-performing loans decreased by $553,000 (17.8%) to $2.553 million at March 31, 2026, compared to December 31, 2025.

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Seneca Bancorp reported a net loss for the first quarter of 2026, continuing a challenging financial trend from the previous year. While net interest income and non-interest income showed growth, a significant increase in non-interest expenses, particularly compensation, core processing, and professional fees, drove the company into a loss. Positively, non-performing loans decreased, and the bank maintains strong regulatory capital ratios, indicating some stability in asset quality. Investors will be watching for future expense management and a return to profitability.