Esquire Financial Holdings Achieves Reputation on KBW's Bank Honor Roll for Third Year

Esquire Financial Holdings Recognized on KBW's Bank Honor Roll

April 29, 2026 - JERICHO, N.Y. – Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESQ) has made the news once again by securing a place on the prestigious Keefe, Bruyette & Woods (KBW) Bank Honor Roll for the third consecutive year. This elite recognition signifies not only Esquire's strong market performance but also its commitment to providing exceptional financial services.

Out of the 286 eligible bank institutions, only 17 made it to this distinguished list, and Esquire stands out as one of only two banks meeting all necessary criteria. To qualify, banks must possess over $500 million in assets while exhibiting stellar earnings growth over the past decade. The criteria include delivering top quintile compounded annual earnings per share (EPS) growth and maintaining consistent annual EPS growth.

In its recent fiscal year, Esquire demonstrated record-breaking results, reporting a net income of $50.8 million, which marks a $7.2 million increase or a 16.4 % rise compared to the previous year. This figure translates to earnings of $5.87 per diluted share, contributing to a remarkable 27% compounded annual EPS growth over five years. Furthermore, Esquire maintained impressive returns on average assets and equity, reaching 2.43% and 19.41% respectively, representing industry-leading performance.

Tony Coelho, the Chairman of the Board, commented on this accolade, stating that it reflects the company's unwavering focus on providing tech-enabled financial solutions tailored toward complex and underserved markets across the nation. He expressed gratitude towards their team and reaffirmed their commitment to aiding clients in navigating their unique business challenges and growth aspirations.

Andrew C. Sagliocca, the Vice Chairman, CEO, and President, expressed pride in accepted the recognition from KBW, reinforcing that this achievement for the third year in a row is a testament to their disciplined strategy and unique national business model. This model has been pivotal in driving Esquire's growth trajectory, particularly following its acquisition of Signature Bank, which is a premier commercial bank based in the Midwest region.

Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Jericho, New York, operates through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Esquire Bank. This full-service commercial bank boasts branch locations in both Jericho and Los Angeles, alongside an administrative office in Boca Raton, Florida. Esquire Bank specializes in catering to the financial needs of the litigation industry, small businesses on a national level, as well as retail and commercial clients in the metropolitan areas of New York and Los Angeles. They offer customized financial services and payment processing solutions designed to cater to the litigation community as well as dynamic payment processing alternatives for small business owners.

As Esquire continues to break barriers in the financial sector, this recognition is not merely a title; it’s a celebration of the dedication and competence that drives their operations day in and day out. Underlining plans for future growth and innovation, Esquire is poised to remain a formidable presence in the banking industry for years to come.

For more information about Esquire Financial Holdings and their services, please visit www.esquirebank.com.