BWBBPMEDIUM SIGNALFINANCIAL10-K

BWBBP shows strong earnings growth (+40.4%) but concerning operational cash flow decline (-40%) and significant cash position reduction (-46.2%).

The mixed financial performance indicates the bank is generating solid net income growth, likely driven by higher net interest income, but faces operational cash flow challenges that required depleting nearly half its cash reserves. The increased provision for credit losses suggests potential asset quality concerns that warrant monitoring.

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FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

BWBBP delivered strong top-line growth with net interest income rising 14.6% and net income surging 40.4%, while stockholders' equity grew a healthy 12.9%. However, operating cash flow plummeted 40% and the company burned through 46.2% of its cash position, dropping from $229.8M to $123.5M. The 49.5% increase in credit loss provisions alongside reduced share buybacks suggests management is taking a more conservative approach amid potential asset quality pressures, creating a mixed picture of growth coupled with liquidity and operational cash flow concerns.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT CHANGES
Share Buybacks
Cash Flow
-57.8%
$5.2M$2.2M

Buyback activity reduced 57.8% — capital being redeployed elsewhere or cash conservation underway.

Provision for Credit Losses
P&L
+49.5%
$5.2M$7.7M

Credit loss provisions surged 49.5% — management flagging significant deterioration in loan quality ahead.

Cash & Equivalents
Balance Sheet
-46.2%
$229.8M$123.5M

Cash declined 46.2% — significant cash burn or deployment; verify adequacy of remaining liquidity runway.

Capital Expenditure
Cash Flow
+43.3%
$4.1M$5.8M

Capital expenditure jumped 43.3% — major investment cycle underway; assess returns on deployment.

Net Income
P&L
+40.4%
$32.8M$46.1M

Net income grew 40.4% — bottom-line growth signals improving overall business health.

Operating Cash Flow
Cash Flow
-40%
$46.4M$27.8M

Operating cash flow fell 40% — earnings quality concerns; investigate working capital changes and non-cash items.

Net Interest Income
P&L
+14.6%
$245.9M$281.8M

Net interest income grew 14.6% — benefiting from rate environment or loan book expansion.

Stockholders Equity
Balance Sheet
+12.9%
$457.9M$517.1M

Equity base grew 12.9% — retained earnings accumulation or equity issuance strengthening the balance sheet.

LANGUAGE CHANGES
NEW — 2026-02-26
PRIOR — 2025-03-06
ADDED
The aggregate market value of the Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the Registrant on June 30, 2025, based on the closing price of $15.91 of such shares on that date, was $ 348,524,730 .
or state tax laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning the Company s general business, including changes in interpretation or prioritization of such rules and regulations; the impact of bank failures or adverse developments at other banks and related negative publicity about the banking industry in general on investor and depositor sentiment regarding the stability and liquidity of banks; and any other risks described in the Risk Factors sections of reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
The Bank has nine full-service offices located in Bloomington, Greenwood, Minneapolis (2), Minnetonka, Orono, Lake Elmo, St.
The Company and Bank were established in 2005 as a de novo bank by a group of industry veterans and local business leaders dedicated to providing responsive support and simple solutions to businesses, entrepreneurs, and successful individuals.
Assets have grown at a compounded annual growth rate of 28.6% since 2005, surpassing total asset milestones of $1.0 billion in 2016, $3.0 billion in 2021, and $5.0 billion in 2024.
Most recently, the Bank acquired First Minnetonka City Bank ( FMCB ) in December 2024, which added approximately $245.0 million of assets, $225.7 million of deposits, $117.1 million of loans and leases, and two branch locations in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
One of these branches was subsequently closed in December 2025 given the close proximity of other Bridgewater Bank branches.
As of December 31, 2025, total assets were $5.41 billion, total gross loans were $4.31 billion, total deposits were $4.32 billion, and total shareholders equity was $517.1 million.
The Company s principal sources of income are interest and fees collected on loans, interest and dividends earned on investment securities and noninterest income, including service charges, letter of credit fees, and swap fees.
REMOVED
The aggregate market value of the Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the Registrant on June 30, 2024, based on the closing price of $11.61 of such shares on that date, was $ 260,404,649 .
or state tax laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning the Company s general business, including changes in interpretation or prioritization and changes in response to prior bank failures, any other risk factors described in the Risk Factors section of this report and in other reports filed by Bridgewater Bancshares, Inc.
We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
The Bank has nine full-service offices located in Bloomington, Greenwood, Minneapolis (2), Minnetonka (2), Orono, St.
The Company and Bank were established in 2005 as a de novo bank by a group of industry veterans and local business leaders committed to serving the diverse needs of businesses, entrepreneurs, and successful individuals.
While this growth has primarily been organic, the Company has completed two bank acquisitions.
Most recently, the Bank acquired FMCB in December 2024, which added approximately $245.0 million of assets, $225.7 million of deposits, $117.1 million of loans and leases, and two branch locations in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
As of December 31, 2024, total assets were $5.07 billion, total gross loans were $3.87 billion, total deposits were $4.09 billion, and total shareholders equity was $457.9 million.
The Company s principal sources of income are interest and fees collected on loans, interest and dividends earned on investment securities and service charges.
Market Area and Competition The Company operates in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Statistical Area ( MSA ) which had total deposits of $248.4 billion as of June 30, 2024, and ranks as the 14th largest MSA in the United States in total deposits, and the third largest MSA in the Midwest in total deposits, based on FDIC data.
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