AUBNMEDIUM SIGNALOPERATIONAL10-K

Auburn National Bancorporation reduced its physical footprint while strengthening its balance sheet, consolidating ATM locations from 10 to 8 and moderately increasing cash reserves.

The reduction in ATM locations and removal of specific market share data suggests operational consolidation, which could indicate either cost optimization or competitive pressure in the East Alabama banking market. The company appears to be focusing on efficiency while maintaining adequate liquidity buffers.

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FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

AUBN demonstrated solid financial positioning with cash and equivalents growing substantially to $18.8M and stockholders' equity expanding to $92.1M, reflecting retained earnings growth and capital strength. Operating cash flow increased modestly to $12.3M while capital expenditures declined to $1.5M, suggesting disciplined spending. The overall picture indicates a regional bank prioritizing balance sheet strength and operational efficiency over aggressive expansion.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT CHANGES
Cash & Equivalents
Balance Sheet
+51.4%
$12.4M$18.8M

Cash position surged 51.4% — strong cash generation or capital raise providing significant financial cushion.

Capital Expenditure
Cash Flow
-28.9%
$2.1M$1.5M

Capex reduced 28.9% — investment cycle winding down or capital discipline; may improve near-term free cash flow.

Stockholders Equity
Balance Sheet
+17.6%
$78.3M$92.1M

Equity base grew 17.6% — retained earnings accumulation or equity issuance strengthening the balance sheet.

Operating Cash Flow
Cash Flow
+14.2%
$10.8M$12.3M

Operating cash flow grew 14.2% — strong conversion of earnings to cash, healthy business fundamentals.

LANGUAGE CHANGES
NEW — 2026-03-17
PRIOR — 2025-03-11
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All statements other than statements of historical fact could be forward-looking statements.
These forward-looking statements may not be realized due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation: the effects of future economic, business and market conditions and changes, foreign, domestic and locally, including inflation, seasonality, natural disasters such as hurricanes, and tornados and floods, epidemics or pandemics, supply chain disruptions and changes in consumer behaviors; the effects of war, other conflicts or attacks, acts of terrorism, trade restrictions, tariffs, sanctions, the value of the U.S.
Services The Bank operates its main office and 7 branches in Auburn, Opelika, Notasulga, and Valley, Alabama and a loan production office in Phenix City, Alabama.
The Bank operates ATM machines in 8 locations in its primary service area.
The Bank offers online banking, bill payment, online consumer account opening, and other electronic banking services through its Internet website, www.auburnbank.com .
Competition The Bank operates in a highly competitive market for loans, deposits and other financial services in East Alabama, including Lee County.
Based on FDIC deposit market share data as of June 30, 2025, the Bank held the largest share of deposits in Lee County.
The Bank competes with 20 national, regional and community banks with offices in Lee County, which operate offices in the local market and many have substantially greater financial, technological and marketing resources.
The Bank also competes with credit unions, mortgage lenders, insurance companies, investment firms and other financial service providers.
In addition, financial services are increasingly offered through digital and online platforms by institutions that may not maintain a physical presence in our market.
REMOVED
All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be forward-looking statements.
These forward-looking statements may not be realized due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation: the effects of future economic, business and market conditions and changes, foreign, domestic and locally, including inflation, seasonality, natural disasters or climate change, such as rising sea and water levels, hurricanes and tornados, epidemics or pandemics including supply chain disruptions, inventory volatility, and changes in consumer behaviors; the effects of war or other conflicts, acts of terrorism, trade restrictions, tariffs, sanctions, the value of the U.S.
General The Company s business is conducted primarily through the Bank and its subsidiaries.
The Bank operates ATM machines in 10 locations in its primary service area.
The Bank offers online banking, bill payment and other electronic banking services through its Internet website, www.auburnbank.com .
Competition The Bank had the largest share of the Lee County, Alabama s deposits (21.3%) at June 30, 2024.
The banking business in East Alabama, including Lee County, is highly competitive with respect to loans, deposits, and other financial services.
Lee County is served by 19 banks, 10 of which are headquartered outside of Alabama.
National and regional competitors that have offices in our market include J.P.
Morgan Chase, Wells Fargo, Truist, PNC, Regions, Valley National, SouthState and Cadence.
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