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Dime Commercial Bancshares to Acquire ES Bancshares

Dime Commercial Bancshares and ES Bancshares announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Dime will acquire Empire. The transaction significantly enhances Dime's presence in Staten Island, and strengthens Dime's presence in Brooklyn, by adding a granular and low-cost core deposit base, expanding business-focused customer relationships, and increasing market density. Upon closing, Dime will be one of only a few commercial banks with a ground level branch presence across all five boroughs of New York City. Under the terms of the definitive merger agreement, at the closing of the transaction, Dime will issue 720,000 shares of common stock and $30.0 million in cash to Empire shareholders. Shareholders of Empire will be able to elect to receive stock or cash in exchange for their shares, subject to the pro ration formula described in the merger agreement. Based upon Dime's 10-day volume-weighted average price of $38.55 as of October 19, 2026, this represents a transaction value of approximately $58M or $8.39 per Empire common share. The purchase price represents approximately 1.09x Empire's tangible book value per share. It is anticipated that the transaction's internal rate of return exceeds Dime's cost of capital hurdles, the transaction will generate approximately 3.5% EPS accretion, minimal TBV dilution of approximately 2%, and an earn-back of less than 3 years. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027 and is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval, as well as the approval of Empire's shareholders.

Dime's Net Interest Margin Increases to 3.35% in Q3

The net interest margin increased to 3.35% for the third quarter of 2026 compared to 3.28% for the prior quarter. Stuart Lubow, President and CEO of the company, stated, "Dime continues to execute on our growth plan and delivered another quarter of record revenue. Third quarter results were marked by strong growth in core deposits and business loans and continued NIM expansion. Our return metrics continue to improve, and the Return on Average Assets improved to 1.10%. Our balance sheet, with $2.2 billion of cash and an 83% loan-to-deposit ratio, was intentionally constructed keeping in mind the potential for an elevated interest rate environment. We believe this highly liquid balance sheet uniquely positions Dime versus our local peers. Finally, we anticipate continued expansion in NIM and growth in Net Interest Income in the quarters ahead as we take advantage of growth opportunities and benefit from a significant loan repricing opportunity that we anticipate will continue through 2027."

Dime Commercial Bank Reports Q2 Revenue of $126.45M

Reports Q2 revenue $126.45M, consensus $123.46M. Reports Q2 tangible book value per share $28.21. Stuart H. Lubow, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, stated, "Dime continues to execute on our growth plan and delivered record quarterly revenue. Second quarter results were marked by strong growth in business loans as our commercial banking teams are converting their robust pipelines. Recognizing the progress we have made in creating a high-quality balance sheet, Kroll Bond Rating Agency recently issued a "Positive" ratings outlook for Dime. Finally, and in recognition of our evolution into a commercial and private banking powerhouse, we recently completed our re-brand to "Dime Commercial Bank"."