Meridian

MRBK

Market cap $234M

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Meridian Bank (MRBK) have what it takes?

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Meridian Bank (MRBK) have what it takes?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Meridian Bank (MRBK) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.61 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.55 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.49 per share a year ago.

MALVERN, Pa., Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meridian Corporation (Nasdaq: MRBK) today reported:   Three Months Ended (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)(Unaudited) December 31, 2025   September 30, 2025   December 31, 2024 Income:           Net income $ 7,186   $ 6,659   $ 5,601 Diluted earnings per common share   0.61     0.58     0.49 Pre-provision net revenue (PPNR)(1)   12,584     11,523     11,168 (1) See Non-GAAP reconciliation in the Appendix                       Net income for the quarter ended December 31, 2025 was $7.2 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, up $527 thousand, or 8%, from prior quarter.

Meridian Bank (MRBK) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Meridian Corporation remains a 'buy' as deposit growth, strong asset quality, and attractive valuation persist. MRBK's net interest income and net profits have shown robust growth, supported by rising deposits and loans. Valuation is compelling, with an 8.1x P/E and metrics favorably comparing to peers on book value and returns.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.