Riverview Bancorp Reports Increased Q3 Net Income and EPS Amid Rising Credit Quality Concerns

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Riverview Bancorp reported improved net income and diluted EPS for its third fiscal quarter, driven by expanding net interest margin and loan growth, but also disclosed a notable increase in non-performing and classified assets.

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• Net Income and EPS Growth

  Reported net income of $1.4 million ($0.07 diluted EPS) for Q3 2026, up from $1.2 million ($0.06 diluted EPS) in Q3 2025.

• Expanding Net Interest Margin

  Net interest income increased to $10.5 million with a net interest margin of 2.96% for the quarter, up from 2.60% in the prior year.

• Significant Increase in Classified Assets

  Classified assets surged to $13.5 million at December 31, 2025, compared to $226,000 a year earlier, primarily due to one lending relationship.

• Deterioration in Credit Quality

  Non-performing assets increased to 0.07% of total assets (from 0.03% a year ago), and the company recorded a $100,000 provision for credit losses this quarter.

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Riverview Bancorp delivered a mixed third fiscal quarter, showing improved profitability and operational strength alongside a notable deterioration in credit quality metrics. The company's net income and diluted EPS increased year-over-year, supported by expanding net interest income and margin, and continued loan growth. However, investors should note the significant increase in classified assets to $13.5 million from $226,000 a year prior, and a rise in non-performing assets and loan charge-offs. While management attributes the classified asset increase to a single lending relationship, this represents a material concern for a financial institution. The filing also noted the completion of a $2.0 million share repurchase plan in November 2025, preceding the new $4.0 million program authorized yesterday.