BOSTON, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per common share to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 14, 2024, payable on November 27, 2024.  About Berkshire Hills Bancorp Headquartered in Boston, Berkshire Hills Bancorp is the parent of Berkshire Bank. With $11.6 billion in assets and 83 branches in New England and New York, the Bank provides Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Lending, Private Banking and Wealth Manage

Operating EPS of $0.58 increased 5% linked quarter and 16% year-over-year $16 million non-operating gain on branch sale ($0.30 per share after tax)Operating revenue up 1% linked quarter and 2% year-over-year14.8% return on tangible common equity; 9.9% operating return on tangible common equityBranch sale and loan sale are expected to further improve long-term profitability BOSTON, Oct. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) today reported results for the third quarter of 2024. These results along with comparison periods are summarized below: ($ in m

BOSTON, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) third quarter 2024 earnings release and conference call are scheduled as follows: Earnings Release:      October 24, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m. (Eastern) Conference Call:         Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern) Webcast (listen-only):  Register at: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/132825795 Dial-in Number:          Toll Free: 800-549-8228; Conference ID: 47447 Webcast Replay:        https://ir.berkshirebank.com (for the live webcast and the replay) Telephone Replay:     

BOSTON, Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per common share to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 30, 2024, payable on October 10, 2024.  About Berkshire Hills Bancorp Headquartered in Boston, Berkshire Hills Bancorp is the parent of Berkshire Bank. With $12.2 billion in assets and 91 branches in New England and New York, the Bank provides Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Lending, Private Banking and Wealth Mana

GLENS FALLS, N.Y., Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arrow Financial Corporation (NasdaqGS® - AROW), through its bank subsidiary Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company, completed the acquisition of the Whitehall, New York branch office from Berkshire Bank, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB). The previously announced acquisition of the branch at 184 Broadway in Whitehall, New York closed on August 2, 2024 and included deposit accounts with an aggregate approximate balance of $37.5 million and loans with an aggregate approximate balance of $3 million. Glen

Operating EPS of $0.55 increased 12% linked quarter  Operating revenue increased 3% linked quarterOperating expense decreased 2% linked quarterNet interest margin 3.20%, increased 5 basis points linked quarterNet loan charge-offs were 7 basis points annualizedBOSTON, July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) today reported results for the second quarter of 2024. These results along with comparison periods are summarized below: ($ in millions, except per share data)          Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 Mar. 31, 2024 June 30, 2023 Net income (

BOSTON, June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) second quarter 2024 earnings release and conference call are scheduled as follows: Earnings Release:    July 18, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m. (Eastern) Conference Call:       Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern) Webcast (listen-only):  Register at:  https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/633018241 Dial-in Number:         Toll Free: 800-549-8228;  Conference ID: 27778 Webcast Replay:       https://ir.berkshirebank.com (for the live webcast and the replay) Telephone Replay:   Toll Free:

BOSTON, June 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per common share to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 20, 2024, payable on June 28, 2024.  About Berkshire Hills Bancorp Headquartered in Boston, Berkshire Hills Bancorp is the parent of Berkshire Bank. With $12.1 billion in assets and 96 branches in New England and New York, the Bank provides Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Lending, Private Banking and Wealth Management ser

Announces $362 Million Securities Sale First quarter loss of $20 million, ($0.47) per shareOperating income of $21 million, $0.49 per shareSecurities sale of $362 million resulted in a $49.9 million net non-operating loss ($0.89 per share after-tax)Net loan charge-offs were 18 basis points annualizedTCE ratio of 8.2% and CET1 ratio of 11.6%; tangible book value per share of $22.84BOSTON, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) today reported results for the first quarter of 2024. These results along with comparison periods are summarized below:

BOSTON, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB) first quarter 2024 earnings release and conference call are scheduled as follows: Earnings Release:    Thursday, April 18, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m. (Eastern) Conference Call:       Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern) Webcast (listen-only):  Register at: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/135938810 Dial-in Number:         Toll Free: 888-259-6580;  Conference ID: 09105225 Webcast Replay:       https://ir.berkshirebank.com (for the live webcast and the replay) Telephone Replay

Shareholders Recognize Berkshire's Achievements; Approve All Proposals BOSTON, May 17, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), the parent company of Berkshire Bank, a relationship-driven, community-focused bank with financial centers in New England and New York, announced today that all three proposals were approved at its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 16, 2024, with a quorum of approximately 91% of outstanding shares voted in person or by proxy at the meeting.  All measures were unanimously recommended by the Board.  All measures requesting shareholder approval received at least 96% support.

Torrance Childs, Former President of Private Banking at Boston Private, 40-Year Boston Banking Veteran, Joins Berkshire to Accelerate Client Growth & Experience BOSTON, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), the parent company of Berkshire Bank, a relationship-driven, community-focused bank with financial centers in New England and New York, is pleased to welcome Torrance Childs, former President of Private Banking at Boston Private Bank & Trust, to the Company as Chief Commercial Deposit Officer.   In his new role, Childs will focus on deliv

BOSTON, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), the parent company of Berkshire Bank, a leading socially responsible community bank with financial centers in New England and New York, announced the election of Mary Anne Callahan to the Board of Directors of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary Berkshire Bank effective September 13, 2023. Ms. Callahan has extensive investment banking expertise including advising bank clients on strategy, capital management and merger and acquisitions. She served most recently as a Managing Director in the Financial Services Group at Piper Sandler Companies. Upon her election, Ms. Callahan was determined to be an indepe

All Proposals Approved by Shareholders; Company Highlights Strength & Progress BOSTON, May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), announced today that all four proposals were approved at its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 18, 2023, with a quorum of approximately 93%  of outstanding shares voted in person or by proxy at the meeting.  All measures were unanimously recommended by the Board.  All measures requesting shareholder approval received at least 97% support. Shareholders voted to approve the election of all twelve director nominees to s

BOSTON, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), the parent company of Berkshire Bank, a leading socially responsible community bank with financial centers in New England and New York, announced the election of Karyn Polito to the Board of Directors of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary Berkshire Bank effective February 2, 2023. Ms. Polito brings broad expertise in both the public and private sector including as Lieutenant Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and as Principal of Polito Development Corporation. Upon her election Ms. Polito was appointed to the Risk Management, Capital and Compliance and Corporate Responsibility and Culture comm

All Proposals Approved by Shareholders; Company Recaps 2021 Highlights BOSTON, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), announced today that all four proposals were approved at its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 18, 2022, with 93% of eligible outstanding shares represented at the meeting. All twelve director nominees were elected to serve a one-year term, with each director receiving at least 95% of the shares voted. The directors are Chairperson David M. Brunelle, Baye Adofo-Wilson, Esq., Nina A. Charnley, John D. Davies, Dr. Mihir A. De

Financial, Investment, and Business Expertise Will Bolster Transformation   BOSTON, March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), the parent company of Berkshire Bank, a socially responsible, community-dedicated bank with branch locations in New England and New York, announced the election of Mihir A. Desai to the Board of Directors of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary Berkshire Bank effective March 10, 2022. Mr. Desai is an internationally acclaimed Professor of Finance at Harvard Business School and Professor of Law at Harvard Law School. His extensive expertise in finance, investment, and business will bolster the Board's support of Berkshire's Exciti

BOSTON, Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), the parent company of Berkshire Bank, a socially responsible community-dedicated bank with branch locations in New England and New York, announced the election of Nina A. Charnley to the Board of Directors of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary Berkshire Bank effective December 16, 2021. Ms. Charnley has deep financial acumen and broad experience across diverse and regulated industries which will further enhance the Board's expertise in support of Berkshire's Exciting Strategic Transformation (BEST). Upon her election Ms. Charnley was appointed to the Compensation, Compliance & Regulatory and Corporate R

BOSTON, Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), announced today that Board Chairperson J. Williar ("Bill") Dunlaevy will retire from the joint Board of Directors of the company and its wholly-owned subsidiary Berkshire Bank effective September 22, 2021. As part of a pre-established succession plan, the Board has unanimously voted to appoint David M. Brunelle to succeed Mr. Dunlaevy as Chairperson, also effective on that date. Mr. Brunelle currently serves as Vice Chairperson of the Board and previously served as Chairperson of the Audit Committee after joining the Board in 2017. In addition, the Board has voted to elect Jeffrey W. Kip, Chief Executive Officer

BOSTON, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB), announced today the results of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 20, 2021, which included the election of Deborah P. Bailey and Michael A. Zaitzeff to the Company's Board of Directors. Berkshire's meeting materials also reported the Board's appointment of Director David M. Brunelle as Vice Chairperson of the Board. Mr. Brunelle has served for three years on the Board, including as Audit Committee Chair since March 2019. Shareholders further approved all proposals which were presented at th

Janney Montgomery Scott analyst Jake Civiello downgrades Berkshire Hills Bancorp (NYSE:BHLB) from Buy to Neutral and announces $28 price target.

Berkshire Hills Bancorp (NYSE:BHLB) reported quarterly earnings of $0.57 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.52 by 9.62 percent. This is a 3.64 percent increase over earnings of $0.55 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $88.53 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $90.50 million by 2.17 percent. This is a 4.56 percent decrease over sales of $92.76 million the same period last year.

Rosato will remain with the company through June 14, 2024, as the Company transitions his responsibilities to Brett Brbovic.  The Company and the Bank have appointed Chief Accounting Officer Brett Brbovic as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 14, 2024. Mr. Brbovic joined the Company from KPMG LLP in 2012 and has served as Chief Accounting Officer since 2015.  He previously served as Interim Chief Financial Officer, from October 7, 2022, to February 6, 2023.

Although U.S. stocks closed higher on Friday, there were a few notable insider trades. When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company’s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision. Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out Benzinga’s insider transactions platform. Steel Connect The Trade: Steel Connect, Inc. (NASDAQ:STCN) 10% owner WF Asset Corp. acquired a total of 265,326 shares at an

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Berkshire Hills Bancorp (NYSE:BHLB) reported quarterly earnings of $0.49 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.47 by 4.26 percent. This is a 22.22 percent decrease over earnings of $0.63 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $88.140 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $89.010 million by 0.98 percent. This is a 9.63 percent decrease over sales of $97.533 million the same period last year. 

Arrow Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:AROW) has entered into a definitive agreement with Berkshire Bank, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BHLB). Under the deal, Arrow Financial’s bank subsidiary, Glens Falls National Bank, will acquire the branch office at 184 Broadway, Whitehall, New York. Berkshire Bank has entered into definitive agreements with three buyers to sell 10 of its upstate and eastern New York branches, consisting of eight offices in Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady and Columbia counties, one office in Whitehall and one office in East Syracuse.  The sale lowers Berkshire Hills’ overall branch footprint from 96 to 86 locations. All employees associated

Following the anticipated completion of the sale, Glens Falls National Bank will operate a total of nine branches in Washington County. The Whitehall branch includes deposit accounts with an aggregate approximate balance of $39 million and loans with an aggregate approximate balance of $3 million. 

The Nasdaq Composite closed lower by around 0.2% on Monday. Investors, meanwhile, focused on some notable insider trades. When insiders sell shares, it could be a preplanned sale, or could indicate their concern in the company’s prospects or that they view the stock as being overpriced. Insider sales should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a selling decision. Below is a look at a few recent notable insider sales. For more, check out Benzinga's insider transactions platform. TD SYNNEX The Trade: TD SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE:SNX) CEO Richard T Hume sold a total of 10,000 shares at an average price of