STOCK TITAN

Cornerstone Bancorp, Inc Quarterly Report - March 31, 2026

(Neutral)
(Neutral)
Tags

Cornerstone Bancorp (NASDAQ:CNBP) reported 1Q26 results for the period ended 3/31/2026. Net income was $2.4 million, or $2.48 per diluted share. NIM rose to 3.86%. Total assets were $1.02 billion and loans grew 16.9% to $769.5 million.

Tangible shareholders' equity reached $91.3 million (+12.4%). Deposits were $913.4 million and the Tier 1 leverage ratio was 10.03%.

Loading...
Loading translation...

Positive

  • Net income $2.4M (1Q26)
  • EPS $2.48 per diluted share
  • NIM 3.86% in 1Q26
  • Loan growth +16.9% YoY to $769.5M
  • Tangible equity +12.4% to $91.3M

Negative

  • Securities portfolio down to $165.5M from $212.9M
  • Interest earned on accounts/securities fell to $1.9M from $2.9M
  • Noninterest expense increased to $7.5M from $6.9M
  • Correspondent bank deposits declined to $64.8M (6.3% of assets)

News Market Reaction – CNBP

+2.59%
+2.59% Session close to close

In the May 8 session, CNBP gained 2.59%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

AI-generated analysis. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.

See more from StockTitan in Google Search and AI answers. Adds StockTitan as a preferred source · opens Google
Add on Google

PALATINE, Ill., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --

CORNERSTONE BANCORP, INC.
FIRST QUARTER 2026 HIGHLIGHTS (At or for period ended 3/31/2026)

Income Statement Highlights

  • Consolidated net income was $2.4 million in 1Q26, or $2.48 per diluted share, compared to $2.0 million in 1Q25, or $2.06 per diluted share.
  • The net interest margin (NIM) was 3.86% for 1Q26, compared to 3.47% for 1Q25.
  • Interest earned on interest-bearing bank accounts and securities was $1.9 million for 1Q26 compared to $2.9 million for 1Q25.
  • Interest earned on the loans was $11.4 million for 1Q26 compared to $9.7 million for 1Q25.
  • Interest expense on interest-bearing deposits was $3.8 million for 1Q26 compared to $4.1 million for 1Q25.
  • Noninterest expense was $7.5 million in 1Q26 compared to $6.9 million in 1Q25.

Balance Sheet Highlights

  • Total consolidated assets increased 2.32% to $1.02 billion on March 31, 2026, compared to $998.9 million a year earlier.
  • Tangible shareholders' equity improved 12.4% to $91.3 million on March 31, 2026, compared to $81.2 million a year earlier.
  • A $2.75 per share dividend was paid to shareholders on February 13, 2026, totaling $2.7 million.
  • Interest-bearing deposits at correspondent banks totaled $64.8 million on March 31, 2026 (6.3% of total assets) compared to $107.1 million a year earlier (10.7% of total assets).
  • The securities portfolio totaled $165.5 million on March 31, 2026, compared to $212.9 million a year earlier.  The weighted average remaining life approximates 1.1 years.
  • The loan portfolio totaled $769.5 million on March 31, 2026, an increase of $111.3 million, or 16.9%, from a year earlier.
  • Deposits totaled $913.4 million on March 31, 2026, an increase of $20.6 million, or 2.3%, from a year earlier.
  • The Bank continues to be well-capitalized, with a Tier 1 Leverage Capital Ratio of 10.03% on March 31, 2026.

Trust and Wealth Management

  • Trust and wealth management assets totaled $1.16 billion on March 31, 2026, compared to $1.01 billion a year earlier.

About Cornerstone Bancorp, Inc.

Founded in 2000, Cornerstone Bancorp, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiary, Cornerstone National Bank & Trust Company (collectively "Cornerstone") is committed to serving the commercial banking and investment needs of families and family-owned businesses. Cornerstone serves its clients by investing heavily in people and technology, providing an uncommon relationship experience. Cornerstone has been successful in attracting new clients and talent as the Chicago market consolidates and large banks deemphasize relationships in favor of an institutional approach.

Cornerstone is a leader in commercial lending services including equipment, real estate and construction loans and operating lines of credit.  In addition, Cornerstone offers sophisticated treasury management services for businesses.

For individuals and families, wealth management services are offered, including investment management, trust and custody services, retirement plans, and estate and guardianship administration.

Headquartered in Palatine, Illinois, Cornerstone maintains offices in Crystal Lake, Deer Park, Naperville and Schaumburg. Visit us on the web at www.cnbtc.bank

Forward Looking Statement
This release may contain "forward-looking statements" that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which reflect management's views only as of the date hereof. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, regarding our financial position, business strategy and management's plans and objectives for future operations are forward-looking statements. When used in this report, the words "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," and "intend" and words or phrases of similar meaning, as they relate to Cornerstone or management, are intended to help identify forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Although we believe that management's expectations as reflected in forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure readers that those expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results to differ materially and adversely from our expectations as indicated in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include our ability to maintain or expand our market share or net interest margins, and to implement our marketing and growth strategies. Further, actual results may be affected by our ability to compete on price and other factors with other financial institutions; customer acceptance of new products and services; the regulatory environment in which we operate; and general trends in the local, regional and national banking industry and economy, as those factors relate to our cost of funds and return on assets. In addition, there are risks inherent in the banking industry relating to collectability of loans and changes in interest rates. Many of these risks, as well as other risks may have a material adverse impact on our operations and business.

 

Financial Highlights (Unaudited)

 ($ in Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Data)









For the Quarter Ending


Year To Date

Income Statement

31-Mar-26

31-Mar-25

% Change


31-Dec-25

31-Dec-24

Net Interest Income

$               9,622

$           8,335

15.4 %


$         36,528

$         32,780

Provision for Loan Losses

180

-

0.0 %


520

325

Noninterest Income

1,545

1,376

12.3 %


5,810

5,473

Noninterest Expense

7,549

6,907

9.3 %


27,464

25,161

Provision for Income Taxes

992

774

28.2 %


3,532

3,008

Net Income

$               2,446

$           2,030

20.5 %


$         10,821

$           9,760








Ratios







Return on Average Assets *

0.96 %

0.83 %

15.7 %


1.07 %

0.98 %

Return on Average Stockholders' Equity *

10.70 %

9.81 %

9.1 %


12.35 %

12.02 %

Net Interest Margin

3.86 %

3.47 %

11.3 %


3.66 %

3.32 %

Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans to Gross
Loans

1.23 %

1.33 %

-7.6 %


1.23 %

1.35 %

Dividends Per Share

$                 2.75

$             2.50

10.0 %


$             2.50

$             2.50

Earnings Per Share

$                 2.48

$             2.06

20.4 %


$           11.00

$             9.95









End of Period


End of Period

Balance Sheet Data

31-Mar-26

31-Mar-25

% Change


31-Dec-25

31-Dec-24

Total Assets

$        1,022,059

$       998,882

2.3 %


$    1,033,575

$       976,886

Loans, Net of Allowance for Loan Loss

$           760,012

$       649,471

17.0 %


$       740,017

$       638,832

Deposits

$           913,413

$       892,848

2.3 %


$       924,870

$       871,306

Trust Preferred Securities

$             10,310

$         10,310

0.0 %


$         10,310

$         10,310

Other Borrowings

$                        -

$           7,763

-100.0 %


$                    -

$           7,763

Tangible Shareholders' Equity

$             91,295

$         81,240

12.4 %


$         91,695

$         81,003

Trust and Wealth Management Assets

$       1,161,693

$   1,013,125

0.0 %


$   1,156,692

$   1,019,951








Stock Value Per Common Share Data







Price-To-Earnings Ratio *

11.42

10.20

12.4 %


13.64

8.30

Price-To-Tangible Book Value Ratio

1.24

1.03

20.4 %


1.61

1.00

Tangible Book Value Per Share

$               92.79

$           82.57

12.4 %


$           93.12

$           82.33

Number of Shares Outstanding

983,905

983,905



984,735

983,905

Average Number of Shares Outstanding

984,551

983,905



983,973

980,623

Stock Price - High

$             150.00

$           85.00



$         150.00

$           82.59

                      Low

$             115.00

$           82.50



$           81.25

$           69.00

                      Ending

$             115.00

$           85.00



$         150.00

$           82.59


*       - Quarter returns are based on annualized Net Income; Year-To-Date returns are based on the Last Twelve Months' (LTM) Net Income

 

Cision View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cornerstone-bancorp-inc-quarterly-report---march-31-2026-302756183.html

SOURCE Cornerstone Bancorp, Inc.

FAQ

What were Cornerstone Bancorp (CNBP) 1Q26 net income and EPS?

Net income for 1Q26 was $2.4 million, or $2.48 per diluted share. According to Cornerstone Bancorp, this compares to $2.0 million and $2.06 per diluted share in 1Q25.

How did Cornerstone Bancorp (CNBP) loans perform in 1Q26?

Loans totaled $769.5 million on March 31, 2026, a 16.9% increase year-over-year. According to Cornerstone Bancorp, loan growth was a primary contributor to asset expansion to $1.02 billion.

How strong was Cornerstone Bancorp's (CNBP) capital position at quarter-end 3/31/2026?

Tier 1 leverage capital ratio was 10.03% on March 31, 2026. According to Cornerstone Bancorp, tangible shareholders' equity increased 12.4% to $91.3 million.

Did Cornerstone Bancorp (CNBP) pay a dividend in early 2026 and what was it?

Cornerstone Bancorp paid a $2.75 per share dividend on February 13, 2026, totaling $2.7 million. According to Cornerstone Bancorp, the dividend was paid to shareholders in the quarter.