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Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) is the parent company of Berkshire Bank, known as 'America's Most Exciting Bank®'. With approximately $12.4 billion in assets, Berkshire Bank operates 96 financial centers across New England and New York. Headquartered in Boston, the bank provides a comprehensive suite of financial services, including Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Lending, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
Founded over 175 years ago, Berkshire Bank has established itself as a relationship-driven, community-focused institution, delivering financial expertise to both personal and business clients. In recent years, the bank has continued to enhance its operational efficiency and customer service. For instance, Berkshire recently announced the planned sale of ten branches in upstate and eastern New York to streamline its footprint and invest further in core areas.
In terms of financial performance, Berkshire Hills Bancorp has shown resilience despite industry challenges. For the fourth quarter of 2023, the bank reported an operating earnings of $20.2 million, achieving a steady full year net interest margin of 3.27%. The company also authorized a $40 million share repurchase program, aiming to balance capital return and growth.
Berkshire Bank is recognized for its commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainability. It has been named one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies and one of America's Best Regional Banks by Newsweek. The bank's strategic efforts are led by CEO Nitin Mhatre, who emphasizes balance sheet strength, credit performance, and operational discipline as key pillars for sustainable growth.
Financial highlights and other updates, such as earnings releases and conference calls, are regularly communicated to investors. Most recently, the bank announced its earnings for the first quarter of 2024, showing operational earnings growth and continued strong asset quality.
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