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Arrow Financial Corporation Reports Positive Q3 Results

Arrow Financial Corporation, the parent company of Arrow Bank, has released their financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, showcasing a solid performance driven by its recent acquisition of Adirondack Bancorp.

Financial Highlights

For the third quarter, Arrow reported a net income of $5.7 million, translating to earnings of $0.31 per share. This marks a decrease from the $11.0 million net income and $0.66 per share from the previous quarter. However, when adjusted for merger-related expenses totaling approximately $15.6 million, core earnings stood at $0.97 per share.

Arrow’s board also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share, which is set to be paid on November 23, 2026, to shareholders recorded as of November 11, 2026.

The Impact of ADS Acquisition

The third quarter earnings highlight the strategic benefits of the recent acquisition of Adirondack Bancorp, Inc. aimed at expanding Arrow's footprint in the northeastern and central New York regions. The merger has significantly augmented Arrow's financial standing, adding approximately $600 million in loans and about $900 million in deposits.

The acquisition also resulted in higher net interest income of $48.7 million, reflecting a remarkable 35.6% increase compared to the preceding quarter. Furthermore, the net interest margin improved to 3.80%, driven by growing loan yields and a favorable decrease in deposit costs.

Analyzing Income Statement

Arrow's total interest and dividend income for Q3 reached $68.1 million, considerably up from $53.6 million in Q2. This growth was spearheaded by expanded average earning assets as a consequence of the acquisition. In terms of non-interest income, Arrow experienced an increase to $11.4 million, up from $8.3 million, boosted by enhanced customer service fees and a surge in insurance commissions following the acquisition of Skene Valley Agency, Inc.

Expense Management and Operational Efficiency

While Arrow's non-interest expenses rose to $51.8 million from the prior quarter's $27.5 million due to merger-related costs, the company remains confident about future cost savings through the successful integration of its new banking systems, projected to be completed in early November 2026.

Future Outlook

As Arrow's President and CEO, David S. DeMarco stated, the company is optimistic about the ongoing benefits from the strategic acquisition and its impact on long-term financial growth. Arrow aims to realize approximately 95% of anticipated cost savings by early 2027. With the bank celebrating its 175th anniversary, there is a strong resolve to leverage this milestone in enhancing community services and investments.

Conclusion

Arrow Financial's Q3 results reflect resilient business performance against the backdrop of a strategic acquisition. Despite some challenges highlighted in earnings declines, the emphasis on growth, coupled with expected operational efficiencies, positions Arrow favorably for the future. Shareholders and potential investors will be closely monitoring these developments as the company continues its path of enhancement and expansion in the financial landscape.