BV Financial, Inc. Announces Completion of $35 Million Subordinated Notes Offering

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BV Financial, Inc. (OTC PINK: BVFL) has successfully completed a $35 million private placement of its 4.875% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes. These notes will mature on December 30, 2030, offering fixed interest until December 30, 2025, after which the interest will be tied to the current three-month secured overnight financing rate (SOFR) plus 472 basis points. The proceeds will primarily fund the upcoming acquisition of Delmarva Bancshares, Inc., anticipated to close on October 31, 2020.

Positive

• Completion of a $35 million private placement strengthens capital base.
• Notes qualify as Tier 2 capital for regulatory purposes.
• Proceeds will finance the acquisition of Delmarva Bancshares, enhancing growth potential.

Negative

• Subordinated Notes are not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, posing a risk to investors.
• Future interest rate adjustments could increase borrowing costs after December 2025.

BALTIMORE, MD / ACCESSWIRE / October 21, 2020 / BV Financial, Inc. (OTC PINK:BVFL), the parent company of BayVanguard Bank, announced today the completion of its private placement of $35.0 million of its 4.875% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes (the "Notes") to certain qualified institutional buyers and accredited institutional investors.

The Notes will have a maturity date of December 30, 2030 and initially bear interest, payable semi-annually, at a fixed annual rate of 4.875% per annum until December 30, 2025. Commencing on that date, the interest rate applicable to the outstanding principal amount due will be reset quarterly to an interest rate per annum equal to the then current three-month secured overnight financing rate (SOFR) plus 472 basis points, payable quarterly until maturity. The Company may redeem the Notes at par, in whole or in part, at its option, anytime beginning on December 30, 2025. The Notes are intended to qualify as Tier 2 capital for regulatory capital purposes for the Company.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the private placement primarily to fund its pending acquisition of Delmarva Bancshares, Inc., the parent company of 1880 Bank, Cambridge, Maryland, which is expected to close on October 31, 2020.

Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC served as the placement agent for the offering. Luse Gorman, PC served as legal counsel to BV Financial and Cranmore, FitzGerald & Meaney served as legal counsel to Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC.

This press release is for informational purposes only and shall not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any security, nor shall there by any sale in any jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. The Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements. The indebtedness evidenced by the Notes is not a deposit and is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency or fund.

About BV Financial, Inc.

BV Financial, Inc. (OTC Pink: BVFL) is the parent company of BayVanguard Bank. BayVanguard Bank is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland with six other branches in the Baltimore metropolitan area. The Bank is a full-service community-oriented financial institution dedicated to serving the financial service needs of consumers and businesses within its market area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

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For more information:

David M. Flair
Co-President and Chief Executive Officer
BV Financial, Inc.
(410) 477-5000

SOURCE: BV Financial, Inc.

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FAQ

What does the $35 million private placement by BVFL entail?

BVFL completed a $35 million private placement of 4.875% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes, maturing on December 30, 2030.

How will BV Financial use the proceeds from the private placement?

The proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition of Delmarva Bancshares, expected to close on October 31, 2020.

What are the interest rates for the Notes issued by BVFL?

The Notes offer a fixed interest rate of 4.875% until December 30, 2025, after which the rate will be based on SOFR plus 472 basis points.

Are the Subordinated Notes issued by BV Financial insured?

No, the Subordinated Notes are not insured by the FDIC or any government agency.

What is the maturity date of BVFL's Subordinated Notes?

The Notes mature on December 30, 2030.