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Beacon Financial Corp

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MKT CAP $2.5BP/E 15.7DIV YIELD 4.29%FCF YIELD —REV TTM —NET INCOME $159.8M +102.8%NET CASH $327.5M52W 23.12 – 32.61SEC XBRL · TTM TO Invalid Date

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10-K ITEM 1A · FY2024 → FY2025

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Risk Factors Before deciding to invest in us or deciding to maintain or increase your investment, you should carefully consider the risks described below, in addition to the other information contained in this report and in our other filings with the SEC.
The risks and uncertainties described below and in our other filings are not the only ones facing us.
Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may also affect our business.
If any of these known or unknown risks or uncertainties actually occur, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be seriously harmed.
In that event, the market price for our common stock could decline and you may lose your investment.
RISKS RELATED TO OUR BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY Changes to interest rates could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition.
Our consolidated results of operations depend in large part on net interest income, which is the difference between (i) interest income on interest-earning assets, such as loans, leases and securities, and (ii) interest expense on interest-bearing liabilities, such as deposits and borrowed funds.
As a result, our earnings and growth are significantly affected by interest rates, which are subject to the influence of economic conditions generally, both domestic and foreign, to events in the capital markets, and also to the monetary and fiscal policies of the U.S. and the FRB.
The nature and timing of any changes in such policies and their effect on us cannot be controlled and are extremely difficult to predict.
An increase in interest rates could also have a negative impact on our results of operations by reducing the ability of borrowers to repay their current loan obligations, which could not only result in increased loan defaults, foreclosures, and charge-offs, but also necessitate further increases to our allowances for loan losses.
A decrease in interest rates may trigger loan prepayments, which may serve to reduce net interest income if we are unable to lend those funds to other borrowers or invest the funds at the same or higher interest rates.
We may be adversely affected by volatility in U.S. and global economic conditions and changes in fiscal, monetary, trade and regulatory policies.
The economy in the U.S. and globally has experienced volatility in recent years and may continue to experience such volatility for the foreseeable future.
Unfavorable or uncertain economic conditions can be caused by declines in economic growth, business activity, or investor or business confidence; limitations on the availability of or increases in the cost of credit and capital; fluctuations in inflation or interest rates; uncertainties regarding fiscal and monetary policies; the timing and impact of changing governmental policies, including changes in guidance and interpretation by regulatory authorities; changes in trade policies by the U.S. or other countries; supply chain disruptions; consumer spending; employment levels; labor shortages; challenging labor market conditions; wage stagnation; U.S. government shutdowns; energy prices; home prices; commercial property values; bankruptcies and a default by a significant market participant or class of counterparties; natural disasters; climate change; epidemics; pandemics; terrorist attacks; acts of war; or a combination of these or other factors.
Volatile business and economic conditions could have adverse effects on our business, including the following: • investors may have less confidence in the equity markets in general and in financial services industry stocks in particular, which could place downward pressure on our stock price and resulting market valuation; • economic and market developments may further affect consumer and business confidence levels and may cause declines in credit usage and adverse changes in payment patterns, causing increases in delinquencies and default rates; • our ability to assess the creditworthiness of our customers may be impaired if the models and approaches we use to select, manage, and underwrite loans become less predictive of future behaviors; • we could suffer decreases in demand for loans or other financial products and services or decreased deposits or other investments in accounts with us; • competition in the financial services industry could intensify as a result of the increasing consolidation of financial services companies in connection with current market conditions or otherwise; and • the value of loans and other assets or collateral securing loans may decrease.
Inflation can have an adverse impact on our business and on our customers.
The future rate of inflation and other economic factors remain uncertain, and the FRB may decrease or increase interest rates slower or faster than anticipated.
If inflation increases and interest rates rise, the value of our investment securities, particularly those with longer maturities, will decrease, although this effect is less pronounced for floating rate instruments.
Prolonged periods of elevated inflation also may impact our profitability by negatively impacting our costs and expenses, including increasing funding costs and expenses related to talent acquisition and retention, and negatively impacting the demand for our products and services.
Moreover, our customers are affected by inflation and the rising costs of goods and services used in their households and businesses, which could have a negative impact on their ability to repay their loans.
Our business may be adversely affected by changes in economic conditions in our market area.
An economic downturn could result in losses that materially and adversely affect our business.
Recessionary economic conditions, increased unemployment, inflation, a decline in real estate values or other factors beyond our control may adversely affect the ability of our borrowers to repay their loans, and could result in higher loan and lease losses and lower net income for us.
In addition, deterioration, or defaults by issuers of the underlying collateral of our investment securities may cause additional credit-related charges to our income statement.
Our ability to borrow from other financial institutions or to access the debt or equity capital markets on favorable terms or at all could be adversely affected by disruptions in the capital markets or other events, including actions by rating agencies and deteriorating investor expectations.
If we are unable to access the capital markets, have prolonged net deposit outflows, or our borrowing costs increase, our liquidity and competitive position will be negatively affected.
We must maintain sufficient funds to respond to the needs of depositors and borrowers.
To manage liquidity, we draw upon a number of funding sources in addition to in-market deposit growth and repayments and maturities of loans and investments.
Any inability to access the capital markets, illiquidity or volatility in the capital markets, a decrease in value of eligible collateral or an increase in collateral requirements (including as a result of credit concerns for short-term borrowing), changes to our relationships with our funding providers based on real or perceived changes in our risk profile, prolonged federal government shutdowns, or changes in regulations or regulatory guidance, or other events could negatively affect our access to or cost of funding, affecting our ongoing ability to accommodate liability maturities and deposit withdrawals, meet contractual obligations, or fund asset growth and new business initiatives at a reasonable cost, in a timely manner and without adverse consequences.
Additionally, our liquidity or cost of funds may be negatively impacted by the unwillingness or inability of the FRB to act as lender of last resort, unexpected simultaneous draws on lines of credit or deposits, the withdrawal of or failure to attract customer deposits, or increased regulatory liquidity, capital and margin requirements.
Although we maintain a liquid asset portfolio and have implemented strategies to maintain sufficient and diverse sources of funding to accommodate planned, as well as unanticipated, changes in assets, liabilities, and off-balance sheet commitments under various economic conditions, a substantial, unexpected, or prolonged change in the level or cost of liquidity could have a material adverse effect on us.
If the cost effectiveness or the availability of supply in these credit markets is reduced for a prolonged period of time, our funding needs may require us to access funding and manage liquidity by other means.
These alternatives may include generating client deposits, extending the maturity of wholesale borrowings, borrowing under certain secured borrowing arrangements, using relationships developed with a variety of fixed income investors, selling or securitizing loans, and further managing loan growth and investment opportunities.
These alternative means of funding may result in an increase to the overall cost of funds and may not be available under stressed conditions, which would cause us to liquidate a portion of our liquid asset portfolio to meet any funding needs.
We face significant and increasing competition in the financial services industry.
We operate in a highly competitive environment that includes financial and non-financial services firms, including traditional banks, online banks, financial technology companies, wealth management companies and others.
These companies compete on the basis of, among other factors, size, quality and type of products and services offered, price, technology and reputation.
Emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (including machine learning and generative artificial intelligence) and quantum computing, have the potential to intensify competition and accelerate disruption in the financial services industry.
Financial technology companies now offer services traditionally provided by financial institutions.
These firms use technology and mobile platforms to enhance the ability of companies and individuals to borrow money, save and invest.

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RISK FACTORS The risks set forth below, in addition to the other risks described in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, may adversely affect the Company's business, financial condition, strategic objectives, and operating results.
In addition to the risks set forth below and the other risks described in this annual report, there may be additional risks and uncertainties that are not currently known to the Company or that the Company currently deems to be immaterial that could materially and adversely affect the Company's business, financial condition, strategic objectives, or operating results.
As a result, past financial performance may not be a reliable indicator of future performance, and historical trends should not be used to anticipate results or trends in future periods.
Further, to the extent that any of the information contained in this Annual Report on Form 10-K constitutes forward-looking statements, the risk factors set forth below also are cautionary statements identifying important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of the Company.
Risk Factors Summary Merger-Related Risks • Berkshire Will Be Subject to Business Uncertainties and Contractual Restrictions While the Mergers Are Pending. • The Announcement of the Proposed Mergers Could Disrupt Berkshire’s Relationships with its Customers, Suppliers, Business Partners and Others, As Well As Its Operating Results and Business Generally. • The Merger Agreement Limits Berkshire’s Ability to Pursue Alternatives to the Mergers and May Discourage Other Companies from Trying to Acquire Berkshire. • In Connection with the Mergers, Berkshire Will Assume Brookline’s Outstanding Debt Obligations, and the Combined Company’s Level Of Indebtedness Following the Completion of the Mergers Could Adversely Affect the Combined Company’s Ability to Raise Additional Capital and Meet Its Obligations Under Existing Indebtedness. • The Combined Company Will Incur Significant Transaction and Merger-Related Costs In Connection with the Mergers. • If the Mergers Are Not Completed, Berkshire Will Have Incurred Substantial Expenses Without Its Stockholders Realizing The Expected Benefits of the Mergers. • Berkshire and Brookline May Not Be Able to Successfully Integrate the Two Companies or to Realize the Anticipated Benefits of the Mergers. • The Merger Agreement May Be Terminated In Accordance With Its Terms, and the Mergers May Not Be Completed. • The Need for Regulatory Approvals May Delay the Date of Completion of the Mergers or May Diminish the Benefits of the Mergers. • Litigation Against Berkshire or Brookline, or the Members of Berkshire’s or Brookline’s Board of Directors, Could Prevent or Delay the Completion of the Mergers. • The Future Results of the Combined Company Following the Mergers May Suffer if the Combined Company Does Not Effectively Manage Its Expanded Operations. • The Market Price of Berkshire’s Common Stock After the Mergers May Be Affected By Factors Different from Those Currently Affecting Berkshire’s Common Stock. • Current Holders of Berkshire’s Common Stock Will Have a Significantly Reduced Ownership and Voting Interest in the Combined Company After the Mergers and Will Therefore Have Less Voting Influence Over the Combined Company. • The Market Price of Berkshire Common Stock May Decline in the Future as a Result of the Mergers.
Lending Risks • Deterioration in the Housing Sector, Commercial Real Estate, and Related Markets May Adversely Affect Business and Financial Results. • The Company’s Emphasis on Commercial Lending May Expose the Company to Increased Lending Risks, Which Could Hurt Profits. • The Company is Subject to a Variety of Risks in Connection With Any Sale of Loans it May Conduct. • The Company is Exposed to Risk of Environmental Liability When It Takes Title to Property.
Operating Risks • General Economic Conditions, Either Nationally or in Our Market Areas, Which May Be Affected by Macroeconomic Factors, Including Inflation, Unemployment, Government Policies, Supply Chain Issues, and Geopolitical Risks Associated with International Conflict, May Be Worse Than Expected. • The Effects of any Public Health Emergencies and Pandemic Disease, Natural Disaster, War, Acts of Terrorism, Accident, or Similar Action or Event (collectively, "an Event") May Adversely Affect, the Company’s Business, Financial Condition, Liquidity, and Results of Operations. • The Company is Subject to Security and Operational Risks Relating to the Use of Technology that Could Damage the Company's Reputation and Business. • The Company Faces Cybersecurity Risks, Including Denial of Service Attacks, Ransomware, Hacking and Identity Theft that Could Result in the Disclosure of Sensitive Information or the Creation of Unauthorized Transactions, Which Could Adversely Affect the Company’s Business or Reputation and Create Significant Legal and Financial Exposure. • Counterparties and Correspondents Expose the Company to Risks. • The Company’s Business is Reliant on Outside Vendors. • Tailoring The Bank's Delivery Model to Respond to Customer Preferences in Banking May Negatively Affect Earnings • Development of New Products and Services May Impose Additional Costs on the Company and May Expose It to Increased Operational Risk. • The Soundness of Other Financial Institutions Could Adversely Affect Us. • Legal and Regulatory Proceedings and Related Matters Could Adversely Affect Us and the Banking Industry in General. • Loss of Key Employees Could Disrupt Relationships With Certain Customers. • Mergers, Acquisitions and Dispositions Involve Numerous Risks and Uncertainties.
Interest Rate Risks • Market Interest Rate Conditions Could Adversely Affect Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
Liquidity Risks • Liquidity is Essential to the Company’s Business and a Lack of Liquidity Could Adversely Affect the Company’s Financial Condition and Results of Operations. • Bank Failures and Stresses May Lead to Negative Depositor Confidence in Depository Institutions.
Systemic Impacts May Have a Material Adverse Effect on our Financial Condition and Results of Operations and Stock Price. • The Company's Wholesale Funding Sources May Prove Insufficient to Support Operations and Future Growth. • The Company's Ability to Service Its Debt, Pay Dividends, and Otherwise Pay Obligations as They Come Due Is Substantially Dependent on Capital Distributions from the Bank, and These Distributions Are Subject to Regulatory Limits and Other Restrictions.
The Company’s Stock Repurchase Program is also Dependent on These Distributions. • Secondary Mortgage Market Conditions Could Have a Material Impact on the Company’s Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
Securities Market Value Risks • Declines in the Value of Certain Investment Securities Could Require Write-Downs, Which Would Reduce Earnings.
Regulatory Matters Risks • Legislative and Regulatory Initiatives May Affect Business Activities and Increase Operating Costs. • Provisions of the Company's Certificate of Incorporation, Bylaws, and Delaware Law, as Well as State and Federal Banking Regulations, Could Delay or Prevent a Takeover of Us by a Third Party. • Changes in Tax Laws and Accounting Policies and Practices.
Significant Accounting Estimates Risks • Various Factors May Cause Our Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans to Increase. • Fair Value Measurements May Be Affected by Inherent Uncertainties.
Trading of the Company's Common Stock The Trading History of the Company’s Common Stock is Characterized By Low Trading Volume.
The Value of Shareholder Investments May be Subject to Sudden Decreases Due to the Volatility of the Price of the Common Stock.
Other Risks Negative Public Opinion Could Damage the Company’s Reputation and Impact Business Operations and Revenues.
Merger-Related Risks Berkshire Will Be Subject to Business Uncertainties and Contractual Restrictions While the Mergers Are Pending.
On December 16, 2024, Berkshire, Commerce Acquisition Sub, Inc., a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire (“Merger Sub”) and Brookline entered into a merger agreement (the “Merger Agreement”) pursuant to which Berkshire and Brookline have agreed to combine their respective businesses in a merger of equals.
Under the Merger Agreement, Merger Sub will merge with and into Brookline, with Brookline as the surviving corporation (the “Merger”), immediately followed by the merger of Brookline with and into Berkshire, with Berkshire as the surviving corporation (the “Holdco Merger”).
Immediately following the Merger and the Holdco Merger (collectively, the “Mergers”), Berkshire Bank, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire, as well as Brookline’s two other banking subsidiaries, PCSB Bank and Bank Rhode Island, will merge with and into Brookline Bank, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Brookline, with Brookline Bank as the surviving corporation (collectively, the “Bank Merger”).
Uncertainty about the effect of the Mergers on employees and customers may have an adverse effect on Berkshire.
These uncertainties may impair Berkshire’s ability to attract, retain and motivate key personnel until the Mergers are completed, and could cause customers and others who deal with Berkshire to seek to change existing business relationships with Berkshire.
In addition, the Merger Agreement requires that Berkshire conduct its business in the ordinary course of business consistent with past practice and restricts Berkshire from taking certain actions prior to the effective time or termination of the Merger Agreement without Brookline’s consent in writing.
These restrictions may prevent Berkshire from pursuing attractive business opportunities that may arise prior to the completion of the Mergers.
The Announcement of the Proposed Mergers Could Disrupt Berkshire’s Relationships with its Customers, Suppliers, Business Partners and Others, As Well As its Operating Results and Business Generally.
Whether or not the Mergers are ultimately consummated, as a result of uncertainty related to the Mergers, risks relating to the impact of the announcement of the Mergers on Berkshire’s business include the following: • employees may experience uncertainty about their future roles, which might adversely affect Berkshire’s ability to retain and hire key personnel and other employees; • customers, suppliers, business partners and other parties with which Berkshire maintains business relationships may experience uncertainty about their respective futures and seek alternative relationships with third parties, seek to alter their business relationships with Berkshire or fail to extend an existing relationship with Berkshire; and • Berkshire has expended and will continue to expend significant costs, fees and expenses for professional services and transaction costs in connection with the proposed Mergers.
If any of the aforementioned risks were to materialize, they could lead to significant costs which may impact Berkshire’s results of operations and financial condition.
The Merger Agreement Limits Berkshire’s Ability to Pursue Alternatives to the Mergers and May Discourage Other Companies from Trying to Acquire Berkshire.
The Merger Agreement contains “no shop” covenants that restrict Berkshire’s ability to, directly or indirectly, among other things initiate, solicit, knowingly encourage or knowingly facilitate, inquiries or proposals with respect to, or, subject to certain exceptions generally related to the exercise of fiduciary duties by Berkshire’s board of directors, engage in any negotiations concerning, or provide any confidential or non-public information or data relating to, any alternative acquisition proposals.
These provisions, which include a $45.0 million termination fee payable under certain circumstances, may discourage a potential third-party acquirer that might have an interest in acquiring all or a significant part of Berkshire from considering or making that acquisition proposal.
In Connection with the Mergers, Berkshire Will Assume Brookline’s Outstanding Debt Obligations, and the Combined Company’s Level Of Indebtedness Following the Completion of the Mergers Could Adversely Affect the Combined Company’s Ability to Raise Additional Capital and Meet its Obligations Under Existing Indebtedness.
In connection with the Mergers, Berkshire has agreed to assume, or to cause its subsidiary to assume, Brookline’s outstanding indebtedness.
Berkshire’s existing debt, together with any future incurrence of additional indebtedness, and the assumption of Brookline’s outstanding indebtedness, could have important consequences for the combined company’s creditors and the combined company’s stockholders.
For example, it could: • limit the combined company’s ability to obtain additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures, debt service requirements, acquisitions and general corporate or other purposes; • restrict the combined company from making strategic acquisitions or cause the combined company to make non-strategic divestitures; • restrict the combined company from paying dividends to its stockholders; • increase the combined company’s vulnerability to general economic and industry conditions; and • require a substantial portion of cash flow from operations to be dedicated to the payment of principal and interest on the combined company’s indebtedness, thereby reducing the combined company’s ability to use cash flows to fund its operations, capital expenditures and future business opportunities.
The Combined Company Will Incur Significant Transaction and Merger-Related Costs In Connection with the Mergers.
Berkshire and Brookline will incur costs to combine the operations of the two companies.
Berkshire and Brookline are collecting information to formulate detailed integration plans to deliver planned synergies.
Additional unanticipated costs may be incurred in the integration of the businesses of Berkshire and Brookline.
Whether or not the Mergers are consummated, Berkshire will incur substantial expenses, such as legal, accounting, printing and financial advisory fees, in pursuing the Mergers.

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