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Eastern Bankshares, Inc. (EBC) maintains this dedicated news hub for stakeholders tracking its financial operations and community impact. As New England's oldest mutual bank, EBC delivers timely updates on strategic developments through verified press releases and official announcements.

This comprehensive resource consolidates essential updates including quarterly earnings reports, merger announcements like the Cambridge Trust integration, and community initiatives reflecting its social responsibility commitments. Investors will find material disclosures while local residents discover updates on branch network expansions and financial literacy programs.

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EBC and CNBKA have entered a definitive all-cash merger agreement valued at $642 million. Century shareholders will receive $115.28 per share. The merger is expected to close in Q4 2021, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals. Eastern plans to merge Century into its operations, enhancing services in Greater Boston and southern New Hampshire. The acquisition is projected to be 55% accretive to earnings, funded by Eastern's available cash. A 33% increase in Eastern's quarterly dividend to $0.08 per share was also announced.

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Eastern Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EBC) is set to release its first quarter 2021 earnings after market close on April 29, 2021. A conference call for investors will follow on April 30, 2021, at 9:00 AM ET, providing a platform for discussion and insights into the Company’s performance. Eastern Bank, founded in 1818 and based in Boston, boasts over $16 billion in assets and more than 110 locations across New England. The bank emphasizes community support, having contributed $240 million to charitable initiatives since 1994.

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Eastern Insurance Group LLC, a subsidiary of Eastern Bank, has acquired the assets of NorthBridge Insurance Agency, Inc., effective April 1, 2021. This acquisition marks Eastern Insurance's 33rd acquisition since 2002. NorthBridge, operating since 1997, is known for its robust customer service in personal and business insurance. This strategic move is intended to enhance Eastern's position in the insurance market, serving over 75,000 clients across the United States.

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Eastern Bank announces the promotion of Martha A. Dean to Executive Vice President of Operations. Dean brings over 35 years of experience in operations, risk management, and compliance. She joined Eastern Bank in 2014 and has held various roles, showcasing her leadership capabilities. CEO Bob Rivers praised her contributions to customer experience and team development. Eastern Bank, founded in 1818, manages approximately $16.0 billion in assets and employs around 1,900 professionals across 110 locations.

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Eastern Bankshares (EBC) has been added to the KBW Nasdaq Regional Banking Index as part of the first quarter 2021 rebalancing, effective March 22, 2021. CEO Bob Rivers expressed pride in this achievement, viewing it as a significant milestone following the company's IPO just five months prior. The KBW Nasdaq Regional Banking Index tracks the performance of publicly traded U.S. regional banks. Eastern Bank operates over 110 locations in New England and had approximately $16.0 billion in total assets as of December 31, 2020.

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Eastern Bankshares, Inc. (EBC) reported a net loss of $44.1 million or $0.26 per share for Q4 2020, primarily due to a $91.3 million stock donation to the Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation. Operating net income was $31.6 million or $0.18 per share. The company initiated a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share as part of its capital management strategy. Total assets increased to $16 billion, while deposits decreased by 9% to $12.2 billion. Notably, they provided $1.1 billion in PPP loans, reflecting their commitment to supporting businesses during the pandemic.

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Eastern Bankshares, Inc. (EBC) announced its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 results. The earnings release is scheduled for January 28, 2021, after market close, followed by a conference call on January 29, 2021, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time. Investors can register for the call via the Company's Investor Relations website. Established in 1818, Eastern Bank has over 110 locations and approximately $15.5 billion in total assets as of September 30, 2020, offering banking, investment, and insurance services across New England.

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Eastern Bankshares (EBC) has been added to the U.S. small-cap Russell 2000 Index and the Russell 3000 Index, effective December 21, 2020. CEO Bob Rivers highlighted that this inclusion marks a significant milestone, as it may enhance visibility and broaden the shareholder base for the company. Russell indexes, which are utilized by investment managers, benchmark around $9 trillion in assets, reflecting their prominence in the investment community. Eastern Bankshares reported total assets of approximately $15.5 billion as of September 30, 2020.

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