BCB Bank's Net Interest Margin Rises to 2.95% in Q1 2026
The net interest margin increased to 2.95 percent for the first quarter of 2026 compared to 2.59 percent for the first quarter of 2025. The increase in the net interest margin compared to the first quarter of 2025 was the result of a decrease in the cost of interest-bearing liabilities, and an increase in the yield on interest-earning assets. "We are pleased to report a profitable first quarter, reflecting steady financial momentum and continued improvement across our core performance metrics. Our capital and liquidity positions remain strong, and the credit headwinds experienced in 2025 have moderated, consistent with our expectations. Following the stabilization of these trends, we have resumed lending activity and anticipate loan originations will continue to build momentum as the year progresses," said Michael Shriner, President and Chief Executive Officer of BCB Bank.