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Blue Ridge Bankshares, Inc. (BRBS) news covers the activities of a U.S. commercial banking holding company whose primary subsidiaries are Blue Ridge Bank, National Association, and BRB Financial Group, Inc. The company’s disclosures emphasize retail and commercial banking, investment and wealth management services, and management services for personal and corporate trusts, including estate planning and trust administration.
News updates for BRBS frequently center on quarterly and annual financial results, where the company reports net income or loss, net interest income, net interest margin, noninterest income and expense, asset quality measures, and capital ratios at both the bank and holding company levels. These earnings releases often include detailed commentary from management on trends in loan balances, deposit mix, nonperforming loans, and the allowance for credit losses.
Another key theme in recent Blue Ridge Bankshares, Inc. news has been its strategic transformation. Articles describe the company’s exit from fintech banking-as-a-service depository operations, the wind-down of fintech lending relationships, and the sale of its mortgage division operating as Monarch Mortgage. Releases also discuss efforts to reduce out-of-market loans, improve operational efficiency, and reposition the balance sheet toward a more traditional community banking model.
Regulatory and capital developments are also prominent in BRBS news. The company has reported on a Consent Order with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and later the OCC’s termination of that order, as well as a private placement capital raise, a share repurchase program, and a special cash dividend. Investors following BRBS news can use this page to track how these developments affect the company’s community banking focus, capital position, and risk profile over time.
Blue Ridge Bank (NYSE American: BRBS) promoted Margaret Hodges to Chief Human Resources Officer effective April 27, 2026. Hodges joined the bank over two and a half years ago and brings nearly 20 years of financial‑sector HR experience, a SHRM senior certification, and a master’s in human resources management.
Her role will continue building sustainable HR programs, supporting employees, and developing leaders across the bank.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE:BRBS) reported Q1 2026 net income of $0.8M ($0.01 diluted EPS), compared to $4.2M in Q4 2025 and a $0.4M loss in Q1 2025. Adjusted Q1 net income excluding $1.3M after-tax executive transition costs was $2.1M ($0.02).
The company declared a $0.60 special cash dividend per share (~$54.1M) payable April 27, 2026. Net interest income was $16.9M with NIM of 2.90%. Tangible book value per share declined to $3.11 and tangible common equity ratio to 11.4%, primarily due to the special dividend.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE American: BRBS) announced the retirement of G. William Beale, effective March 6, 2026, and the appointment of Harry Golliday as Interim CEO and President. The bank exited its OCC Consent Order in November 2025 and returned to profitability.
Golliday, with over four decades in financial services and serving as Chief Credit Officer since January 2024, will pursue growth, capital management and strategic opportunities following the Consent Order termination.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE American: BRBS) reported a return to profitability for 2025 with net income $10.7M for the year and Q4 net income $4.2M ($0.04 diluted). The Bank's OCC Consent Order was terminated effective Nov 13, 2025. The company paid a special $0.25/share dividend on Nov 21, 2025 and executed buybacks, repurchasing 802,735 shares for $3.4M and warrants for $6.1M. Q4 metrics: net interest margin 3.04%, tangible book value per share $3.65, nonperforming loans $23.8M (0.98% of assets), total assets $2.43B.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE American: BRBS) announced that the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has terminated the Consent Order dated January 24, 2024.
The company said the Bank was released from the Consent Order in less than 23 months, and management said the termination increases the Bank's ability and flexibility to grow, attract new loans and deposits, and focus on community banking and customer experience.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE:BRBS) announced a special cash dividend of $0.25 per share. The Board declared the dividend on Oct. 27, 2025, payable on November 21, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 7, 2025. The company said the dividend reflects the Board's commitment to enhancing shareholder value and cites regulator affirmation of its strong financial position. Blue Ridge Bankshares is the holding company for Blue Ridge Bank and BRB Financial Group and offers retail and commercial banking plus investment, wealth management, and trust services.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE:BRBS) reported Q3 2025 net income $5.6M ($0.06/diluted share) versus $1.3M in Q2 2025 and $0.9M in Q3 2024.
Year-to-date net income was $6.5M vs. a $13.4M loss YTD 2024. Net interest income was $21.9M and net interest margin rose to 3.60% from 3.15% in Q2. The company repurchased 659,949 shares ($2.8M) under an up to $15M buyback. Tangible common equity ratio improved to 14.2% and key capital ratios strengthened. Loans and deposits declined (~$66M and $59M respectively); nonperforming loans increased to $28.6M (1.14% of assets). Q3 results included $3.0M of one-time loan fee income.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (BRBS) has announced a significant share repurchase program authorizing the buyback of up to $15 million of its outstanding common stock. The program allows for repurchases through various methods including open market purchases, block trades, and privately negotiated transactions.
The company will conduct open market purchases in compliance with SEC Rule 10b-18 and may implement trading plans under Rule 10b5-1. All repurchased shares will be cancelled and return to authorized but unissued status. The timing and execution of the program will depend on various factors including price, market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE American: BRBS) reported Q2 2025 net income of $1.3 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $0.4 million in Q1 2025. Key highlights include improved net interest margin of 3.15%, driven by lower deposit costs, and significant expense reductions with headcount decreased by 109 in H1 2025.
The Bank's capital position strengthened with tier 1 leverage ratio at 12.89% and total risk-based capital ratio at 18.91%, exceeding regulatory requirements. Total assets decreased to $2.56 billion, while sources of liquidity totaled $750.0 million, representing 183.3% of uninsured deposits. The company completed the redemption of its $15.0 million subordinated note and announced a partial redemption of $10.0 million of its 2029 Notes.
Blue Ridge Bankshares (NYSE: BRBS) reported Q1 2025 financial results, showing a net loss of $0.4 million ($0.01 per diluted share), an improvement from Q4 2024's loss of $2.0 million. The quarter included $0.5 million in after-tax severance costs and a $0.2 million loss from the sale of Monarch Mortgage division.
Key highlights include:
- Net interest margin improved to 2.90% from 2.80% in Q4 2024
- Employee headcount reduced by 91 (21% decrease), expected to save $6 million annually
- Capital ratios strengthened with tier 1 leverage ratio at 12.33% and total risk-based capital ratio at 17.93%
- Total assets decreased to $2.69 billion, with deposits at $2.13 billion
- Nonperforming loans at 0.93% of total assets
The company completed regulatory remediation efforts and received approval to redeem subordinated debt, which will save over $2 million in annual interest expense. Management expects return to sustainable profitability as they refocus on community banking.