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Lake Ridge Bancorp Reports Q2 2026 Earnings

In a significant announcement from Middleton, Wisconsin, on August 17, 2026, Lake Ridge Bancorp, Inc., operating under the ticker LRBI on OTCQX, disclosed its impressive earnings for the second quarter of 2026, reporting net income of $8.6 million. This translates to earnings of $4.36 per common share, indicating a solid increase compared to the first quarter’s net income of $7.4 million, or $3.75 per share, as well as the previous year’s second quarter which logged $6.8 million, equating to $3.46 per share.

The notable financial performance during this quarter was primarily fueled by robust net interest income, which amounted to $26.3 million, up from $24.9 million in the first quarter. The enhancement in interest income can be attributed to the repricing of loans at more favorable current rates and a rise in balances of fed funds sold and securities. Moreover, the bank saw a rise in noninterest income, which reached $5.3 million, slightly gaining from $5.0 million in the prior quarter. The increase was particularly driven by Wealth Management services and interchange income.

Lake Ridge Bancorp's sustained growth is a testament to the effective strategies implemented by its dedicated team, including community bankers and wealth managers. Jim Tubbs, CEO of Lake Ridge Bank, expressed pride in the results achieved, stating, "Our dedicated team...have continued to successfully execute our strategic direction and fulfill our mission of building prosperous communities, one relationship at a time." This highlights Lake Ridge's commitment to nurturing robust relationships alongside leveraging modern technologies and community-centric offerings.

Financial Highlights

For the quarter ended June 30, 2026, several financial metrics indicate the bank's solid performance:

• - Loan Growth: Net loans saw an increase of $43.1 million, or 1.8%, rising to $2.42 billion compared to $2.38 billion as of December 31, 2025. This uptick is attributed mainly to a boost in commercial real estate lending.

• - Non-performing Loans: The bank’s non-performing loans stood at $9.3 million, making up 0.38% of total loans, a slight improvement compared to 0.40% in the previous quarter and a bettering from 0.47% as of the end of 2025.

• - Deposit Increase: Total deposits surged by $71.2 million, amounting to $2.78 billion as of June 30, 2026, up from $2.71 billion at the close of 2025, attributed to growth in interest-bearing checking and money market accounts.

• - Shareholder Value: In terms of shareholder equity, book value per common share has risen to $158.21, a commendable increase of $4.70 from the previous quarter, and up $6.08 year-to-date. Meanwhile, tangible book value per share has improved to $135.41, reflecting a $5.50 increase from the first quarter.

Commitment to Community Banking

Lake Ridge Bank emphasizes the importance of fostering prosperous communities through personalized service and strong relationships. This community-oriented approach has been integral to the bank’s success. The institution aims to provide an extensive range of financial products and services tailored to improve the banking experience for its clients, reiterating its commitment to making significant contributions to the community’s economic development.

As the bank continues to thrive, its strategic initiatives demonstrate how effective community banking can deliver not just financial gains, but also enrich the community it serves. Their growth reflects not just on balance sheets, but on living circumstances for those within their reach, truly echoing their mission to build prosperous communities, one relationship at a time.

Looking Ahead

As the financial landscape continues to evolve, Lake Ridge Bancorp remains poised to adapt and capitalize on strategic opportunities while maintaining its community-centric focus. With the strong earnings performance of Q2 2026 underlining their successful model, they look forward to future growth phases, ensuring their ongoing commitment both to their clients and the communities where they operate.