BANKWELL FINANCIAL DL-,01

Bankwell Financial Group reported Q1 2026 EPS of $1.41 (estimate $1.22) and revenue of $30.23 million (estimate $29.46 million), beating both expectations. Drivers were strong deposit growth and repricing strategies; GAAP net income was $11.3 million. Management confirmed full‑year guidance for net interest income of $111–112 million and raised the forecast for noninterest income to $12–13 million. The stock rose slightly in premarket trading, and the bank plans expansion with a new branch in New York. » More on de.investing.com

Bankwell reported operating earnings per share of $1.36 for Q4 2025 (expectations $1.19) and net income of $9.1 million. The net interest margin widened to 3.40%, the loan portfolio grew by $122 million during the quarter, and total assets rose to $3.36 billion. Deposit costs fell, brokered deposits were sharply reduced, and asset quality remained strong. For 2026 the bank expects loan growth of 4–5% and net interest income of $111–112 million. » More on de.investing.com

Bankwell raised fully diluted earnings per share to $1.27 in Q3 2025 (+10% vs. the prior quarter), materially beating analyst estimates. Drivers were an expanded net interest margin (3.34%), higher noninterest income and an improved efficiency ratio (51.4%). The balance sheet showed robust liquidity and capital levels, declining broker deposits and a reduced CRE concentration; NPAs fell to 0.56%. Management reaffirmed its focus on loan originations and the SBA strategy, but revised full-year loan growth to flat due to potential government‑shutdown risks. » More on de.investing.com