MVB Financial Corp. - MVBF STOCK NEWS

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share, consistent with the previous quarter. Shareholders of record as of March 1, 2023, will receive payment on March 15, 2023. The dividend marks the company's first for 2023. CEO Larry F. Mazza highlighted significant advancements under their MVB-F1: Success Loves Speed Strategic Plan, alongside challenges from wet track conditions. Key improvements include enhanced net interest margins and decreased expenses, contributing to positive operating leverage and a strong capital base.

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) reported a net income of $6.5 million for Q4 2022, with earnings per share of $0.52 (basic) and $0.50 (diluted). Net interest income increased by 54.6% year-over-year to $33.7 million, driven by a tax-equivalent net interest margin of 4.57%. Noninterest income fell 56.5% to $6.3 million, largely due to cyclic headwinds in mortgage banking. The company also faced a 4.7% decline in total deposits, totaling $2.57 billion. Despite challenges, MVB remains focused on enhancing earnings per share and has received shareholder approval for its merger with Integrated Financial Holdings, expected to close in Q1 2023.

MVB Financial Corp. (MVBF) and Integrated Financial Holdings, Inc. (IFHI) have received shareholder approval for their merger agreement dated August 12, 2022. The merger involves IFHI merging into MVB, with MVB as the surviving entity. It is expected to close in Q1 2023, pending regulatory approvals. The merger aims to create a national leader in government-guaranteed lending, particularly in SBA and USDA loans. Both companies expressed confidence in the merger's potential to enhance shareholder value and operational efficiency.

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) has won the 2022 BAI Global Innovation Award for its advancements in onboarding Fintech clients, enhancing efficiency by over 100%. The award recognizes MVB's initiative, “Innovation: Onboarding Fintechs Better, Faster, Stronger…The Victor (ad)Vantage,” developed in partnership with its subsidiary, Victor Technologies. This recognition highlights MVB's commitment to innovation in commercial banking, aiming to streamline processes while adhering to regulatory standards.

MVB Financial Corp. (MVBF) has partnered with FHLBank Pittsburgh to allocate $1.5 million to four housing projects in North Central West Virginia as part of the 2022 Affordable Housing Program grants. Notable distributions include $498,993 to Morgantown Community Resources for a veterans’ housing project, $450,000 to Mon Valley Habitat for Humanity for new units in Fairmont, $311,940 for Clarksburg’s owner-occupied units rehabilitation, and $311,940 for Shinnston homes. This initiative supports MVB's commitment to community welfare and addresses housing needs intensified by the pandemic.

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share, consistent with the previous quarter. The dividend will be payable on December 15, 2022 to shareholders on record as of December 1, 2022. MVB reported a strong increase in loan production and net interest income, alongside efforts to reduce noninterest expenses by 12% annually. The company is experiencing growth in Fintech fee income, enhancing its revenue diversification.

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) reported Q3 2022 net income of $2.7 million, or $0.22 EPS, down from Q2 2022. Total deposits increased to $2.70 billion, up 3.1% quarter-over-quarter. Notably, net interest income rose by 11.8% to $30.1 million, driven by strong loan production and interest margin expansion to 4.25%. However, challenges included a decrease in noninterest income, impacted by higher interest rates and loan loss provisions totaling $5.1 million. The company plans a 12% reduction in annualized noninterest expenses by Q1 2023 as part of its strategy to adapt to market conditions.

MVB Financial Corp. (MVBF) has appointed Jan L. Owen to its Board of Directors. Owen brings extensive expertise in regulatory matters and a background in payments and cryptocurrency, expected to enhance MVB's growth in Fintech. Since 2019, she has served as a senior advisor at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. Previously, she was the Commissioner of California's Department of Business Oversight. Owen holds a B.A. in Economics from California State University, Fresno. MVB Financial provides financial services in the Mid-Atlantic region through its subsidiary, MVB Bank.

MVB Financial Corp. (MVBF) has successfully completed the acquisition of a 37.5% interest in Warp Speed Holdings LLC for $48 million. The transaction consists of $38.4 million in cash and $9.6 million in MVB common stock. The stock issuance is based on the average closing price over the previous 20 trading days. Raymond James & Associate, Inc. acted as the financial advisor, while Squire Patton Boggs served as legal counsel. This move aligns with MVB's strategy to expand its Fintech offerings and enhance its market position.