Berkshire Hills Bancorp (BHLB) 25.12 $BHLB
Berkshire Hills First Quarter 2014 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
PR Newswire - Thu Apr 03, 3:30PM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) will issue its first quarter earnings release after the market closes on Monday, April 28, 2014.
Regional, Thrift Banks Are Seen Picking Up M&A Deals
at Investor's Business Daily - Mon Mar 31, 10:15AM CDT
M&A activity among regional banks is off to a "warmer" start this year vs. the prior two years as struggling banks look for ways to increase shareholder value, according to a new analyst report. Sterne Agee analyst Brett Rabatin notes that 28...
Berkshire Hills (BHLB): Moving Average Crossover Spotted - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Feb 25, 8:56AM CST
Berkshire Hills (BHLB): Moving Average Crossover Spotted
Berkshire Hills Names Scott J. Houghtaling SVP Commercial Regional Leader - NY
PR Newswire - Mon Feb 10, 7:32AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced the appointment of Scott J. Houghtaling to Senior Vice President, Commercial Leader for Berkshire Bank's New York Region. Mr. Houghtaling will report to George F. Bacigalupo, Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking, and be responsible for leading the commercial lending efforts and teams across Eastern and Central New York.
Berkshire Hills Names Richard R. Thevenet SVP Treasurer
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 06, 7:30AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced the appointment of Richard R. Thevenet, to Senior Vice President, Treasurer of the Company, effective February 11, 2014. Mr. Thevenet will report to Josephine Iannelli, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and be responsible for corporate treasury, capital, funding, interest rate risk management and overall balance sheet management strategies.
Form 4: Update Filing for Berkshire Hills Bancorp Inc (BHLB)
Vickers Stock Research - Wed Feb 05, 4:57AM CST
Combines technical indicators, pricing and reference data to seamlessly streamline workflow processes
Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Brings In Nearly Three Times Retail Price For Charity At Naples Winter Wine Festival
PR Newswire - Tue Jan 28, 1:10PM CST
Continuing a tradition which began in 2007 and continued last year with the all new 2014 Quattroporte GTS, Maserati has again brought Italian flair and desire to The Naples Winter Wine Festival. A 2014 GranTurismo Convertible Sport fitted in red with a light 'bianco pregiato' interior was offered via raffle, netting $456,000 in purchased tickets for the chance to take the stunning red over tan four seat convertible home.
Berkshire Hills Reports Record Earnings for 2013; Board Change; Annual Meeting Date Set; Dividend Declared
PR Newswire - Mon Jan 27, 3:18PM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) reported record net income totaling $41 million in 2013, an increase of 24% compared to $33 million in the prior year. Earnings per share increased by 11% to $1.65 and included the impact of shares issued in 2012 for bank acquisitions. Core earnings increased to a record $47 million in 2013 primarily due to the benefit of growth in New York and Eastern Massachusetts. Core earnings exclude net non-core charges for acquisitions, restructuring, and systems conversions. Core earnings per share totaled $1.87 in 2013, compared to $1.98 in the prior year.
Berkshire Hills Names Josephine Iannelli EVP, Chief Financial Officer
PR Newswire - Mon Jan 27, 3:16PM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that it has appointed Josephine Iannelli Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer effective immediately. Ms. Iannelli, 41, has served as Berkshire's Senior Vice President, Principal Accounting Officer and has participated in financial oversight since July 2013.
Berkshire Hills Completes Acquisition of 20 Branches in Central New York
PR Newswire - Tue Jan 21, 7:30AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that its banking subsidiary, Berkshire Bank, has completed the previously announced acquisition of 20 retail bank locations from Bank of America, effective January 17, 2014. As a result of this transaction, Berkshire acquired approximately $450 million in deposits and $4 million in loans as of January 14, 2014, bringing the total number of branches in Berkshire's footprint to 91 across New England and New York.
Berkshire Hills Fourth Quarter 2013 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
PR Newswire - Mon Jan 06, 7:25AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) will issue its fourth quarter earnings release after the market closes on Monday, January 27, 2014.
PrivacyStar Launches ScamBlock and Real-Time Caller ID Alerts
PR Newswire - Wed Dec 18, 1:11PM CST
Today PrivacyStar(TM) is announcing a new version of the only service that identifies callers by name and type in real time, automatically stops thousands of scammers, blocks unwanted calls and texts and allows users to report abusive calls and texts directly to federal agencies. The new version offers ScamBlock, an industry-first feature that automatically blocks calls and texts for free from thousands of identified scammers in real time for PrivacyStar Android users. In addition, the PrivacyStar CallCenter now alerts users when a telemarketer or debt collector is calling and lets users block the caller and quickly file a complaint.
Berkshire Hills Reports 43 Cents Third Quarter Core EPS, Loan Growth, and Core Expense Reduction; Dividend Declared
PR Newswire - Mon Oct 28, 3:15PM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) reported that, for the first nine months of the year, core income increased by 18% to $36.7 million from $31.0 million due to the benefit of organic and acquisition growth initiatives. Nine month core earnings per share increased by 3% to $1.47 from $1.43. The benefit of business expansion has more than offset pricing pressures in the low interest rate environment.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Bank of America, Berkshire Bancorp, Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Community Bank System and Washington Federal
PR Newswire - Fri Jul 26, 9:02AM CDT
Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC-Free Report), Berkshire Bancorp (Nasdaq:BERK-Free Report), Berkshire Hills Bancorp Inc. (NYSE:BHLB-Free Report), Community Bank System Inc. (NYSE:CBU-Free Report) and Washington Federal Inc. (Nasdaq:WAFD-Free Report).
Berkshire Hills to Present at the KBW 2013 Community Bank Investor Conference in New York City on July 31
PR Newswire - Fri Jul 26, 8:00AM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that Mike Daly, President and CEO, will present at the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods 2013 Community Bank Investor Conference on Wednesday July 31, 2013 in New York City. Berkshire's presentation is scheduled to begin at 11:30am EDT. The presentation will be webcast live and may be accessed through the investor relations section of the company's website: www.BerkshireBank.com.
BofA Intends to Shed 20 Branches - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jul 25, 2:33PM CDT
Bank of America Corporation recently announced the decision to sell its branches to Berkshire Bank and Community Bank System Inc.
Berkshire Hills Reports Core EPS Growth; Announces Corporate Restructuring; Dividend Declared
PR Newswire - Wed Jul 24, 3:05PM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) reported second quarter core earnings per share totaling $0.48 in 2013, which was an increase over 2012 second quarter core EPS of $0.47. Second quarter GAAP earnings per share were $0.48 in 2013 compared to $0.37 in 2012. GAAP earnings included the impact of non-core merger and systems conversion expenses in both years, together with gains on equity securities in 2013. Core EPS for the first half of the year totaled $1.01 in 2013 compared to $0.92 in 2012. Net of non-core items, GAAP earnings per share were $0.90 and $0.65 in the two periods, respectively.
Berkshire Bank to Acquire 20 New York Branches
PR Newswire - Wed Jul 24, 7:32AM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that its banking subsidiary, Berkshire Bank, has entered into a purchase and assumption agreement to acquire 20 retail bank branches from Bank of America. The branches are located in New York markets which are within or contiguous to markets currently served by Berkshire.
Berkshire Hills Provides Updated Guidance for Second Quarter 2013
PR Newswire - Mon Jul 22, 7:15AM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that it expects to report core earnings of $0.48 per share for the second quarter of 2013, compared to $0.47 per share in the second quarter of 2012. GAAP earnings are expected to be $0.48 per share for the second quarter of 2013, compared to $0.37 per share in 2012.
24.0% Return Seen to Date on SmarTrend Berkshire Hills Bancorp Call (BHLB)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Wed Jul 17, 11:15AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Berkshire Hills Bancorp (NASDAQ:BHLB) on December 12th, 2012 at $23.18. In approximately 7 months, Berkshire Hills Bancorp has returned 23.97% as of today's recent price of $28.73.
Berkshire Hills First Quarter 2014 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
PR Newswire - Thu Apr 03, 3:30PM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) will issue its first quarter earnings release after the market closes on Monday, April 28, 2014.
Regional, Thrift Banks Are Seen Picking Up M&A Deals
at Investor's Business Daily - Mon Mar 31, 10:15AM CDT
M&A activity among regional banks is off to a "warmer" start this year vs. the prior two years as struggling banks look for ways to increase shareholder value, according to a new analyst report. Sterne Agee analyst Brett Rabatin notes that 28...
Berkshire Hills (BHLB): Moving Average Crossover Spotted - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Feb 25, 8:56AM CST
Berkshire Hills (BHLB): Moving Average Crossover Spotted
Berkshire Hills Names Scott J. Houghtaling SVP Commercial Regional Leader - NY
PR Newswire - Mon Feb 10, 7:32AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced the appointment of Scott J. Houghtaling to Senior Vice President, Commercial Leader for Berkshire Bank's New York Region. Mr. Houghtaling will report to George F. Bacigalupo, Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking, and be responsible for leading the commercial lending efforts and teams across Eastern and Central New York.
Berkshire Hills Names Richard R. Thevenet SVP Treasurer
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 06, 7:30AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced the appointment of Richard R. Thevenet, to Senior Vice President, Treasurer of the Company, effective February 11, 2014. Mr. Thevenet will report to Josephine Iannelli, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and be responsible for corporate treasury, capital, funding, interest rate risk management and overall balance sheet management strategies.
Form 4: Update Filing for Berkshire Hills Bancorp Inc (BHLB)
Vickers Stock Research - Wed Feb 05, 4:57AM CST
Combines technical indicators, pricing and reference data to seamlessly streamline workflow processes
Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Brings In Nearly Three Times Retail Price For Charity At Naples Winter Wine Festival
PR Newswire - Tue Jan 28, 1:10PM CST
Continuing a tradition which began in 2007 and continued last year with the all new 2014 Quattroporte GTS, Maserati has again brought Italian flair and desire to The Naples Winter Wine Festival. A 2014 GranTurismo Convertible Sport fitted in red with a light 'bianco pregiato' interior was offered via raffle, netting $456,000 in purchased tickets for the chance to take the stunning red over tan four seat convertible home.
Berkshire Hills Reports Record Earnings for 2013; Board Change; Annual Meeting Date Set; Dividend Declared
PR Newswire - Mon Jan 27, 3:18PM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) reported record net income totaling $41 million in 2013, an increase of 24% compared to $33 million in the prior year. Earnings per share increased by 11% to $1.65 and included the impact of shares issued in 2012 for bank acquisitions. Core earnings increased to a record $47 million in 2013 primarily due to the benefit of growth in New York and Eastern Massachusetts. Core earnings exclude net non-core charges for acquisitions, restructuring, and systems conversions. Core earnings per share totaled $1.87 in 2013, compared to $1.98 in the prior year.
Berkshire Hills Names Josephine Iannelli EVP, Chief Financial Officer
PR Newswire - Mon Jan 27, 3:16PM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that it has appointed Josephine Iannelli Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer effective immediately. Ms. Iannelli, 41, has served as Berkshire's Senior Vice President, Principal Accounting Officer and has participated in financial oversight since July 2013.
Berkshire Hills Completes Acquisition of 20 Branches in Central New York
PR Newswire - Tue Jan 21, 7:30AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that its banking subsidiary, Berkshire Bank, has completed the previously announced acquisition of 20 retail bank locations from Bank of America, effective January 17, 2014. As a result of this transaction, Berkshire acquired approximately $450 million in deposits and $4 million in loans as of January 14, 2014, bringing the total number of branches in Berkshire's footprint to 91 across New England and New York.
Berkshire Hills Fourth Quarter 2013 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
PR Newswire - Mon Jan 06, 7:25AM CST
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) will issue its fourth quarter earnings release after the market closes on Monday, January 27, 2014.
PrivacyStar Launches ScamBlock and Real-Time Caller ID Alerts
PR Newswire - Wed Dec 18, 1:11PM CST
Today PrivacyStar(TM) is announcing a new version of the only service that identifies callers by name and type in real time, automatically stops thousands of scammers, blocks unwanted calls and texts and allows users to report abusive calls and texts directly to federal agencies. The new version offers ScamBlock, an industry-first feature that automatically blocks calls and texts for free from thousands of identified scammers in real time for PrivacyStar Android users. In addition, the PrivacyStar CallCenter now alerts users when a telemarketer or debt collector is calling and lets users block the caller and quickly file a complaint.
Berkshire Hills Reports 43 Cents Third Quarter Core EPS, Loan Growth, and Core Expense Reduction; Dividend Declared
PR Newswire - Mon Oct 28, 3:15PM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) reported that, for the first nine months of the year, core income increased by 18% to $36.7 million from $31.0 million due to the benefit of organic and acquisition growth initiatives. Nine month core earnings per share increased by 3% to $1.47 from $1.43. The benefit of business expansion has more than offset pricing pressures in the low interest rate environment.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Bank of America, Berkshire Bancorp, Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Community Bank System and Washington Federal
PR Newswire - Fri Jul 26, 9:02AM CDT
Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC-Free Report), Berkshire Bancorp (Nasdaq:BERK-Free Report), Berkshire Hills Bancorp Inc. (NYSE:BHLB-Free Report), Community Bank System Inc. (NYSE:CBU-Free Report) and Washington Federal Inc. (Nasdaq:WAFD-Free Report).
Berkshire Hills to Present at the KBW 2013 Community Bank Investor Conference in New York City on July 31
PR Newswire - Fri Jul 26, 8:00AM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that Mike Daly, President and CEO, will present at the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods 2013 Community Bank Investor Conference on Wednesday July 31, 2013 in New York City. Berkshire's presentation is scheduled to begin at 11:30am EDT. The presentation will be webcast live and may be accessed through the investor relations section of the company's website: www.BerkshireBank.com.
BofA Intends to Shed 20 Branches - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jul 25, 2:33PM CDT
Bank of America Corporation recently announced the decision to sell its branches to Berkshire Bank and Community Bank System Inc.
Berkshire Hills Reports Core EPS Growth; Announces Corporate Restructuring; Dividend Declared
PR Newswire - Wed Jul 24, 3:05PM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) reported second quarter core earnings per share totaling $0.48 in 2013, which was an increase over 2012 second quarter core EPS of $0.47. Second quarter GAAP earnings per share were $0.48 in 2013 compared to $0.37 in 2012. GAAP earnings included the impact of non-core merger and systems conversion expenses in both years, together with gains on equity securities in 2013. Core EPS for the first half of the year totaled $1.01 in 2013 compared to $0.92 in 2012. Net of non-core items, GAAP earnings per share were $0.90 and $0.65 in the two periods, respectively.
Berkshire Bank to Acquire 20 New York Branches
PR Newswire - Wed Jul 24, 7:32AM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that its banking subsidiary, Berkshire Bank, has entered into a purchase and assumption agreement to acquire 20 retail bank branches from Bank of America. The branches are located in New York markets which are within or contiguous to markets currently served by Berkshire.
Berkshire Hills Provides Updated Guidance for Second Quarter 2013
PR Newswire - Mon Jul 22, 7:15AM CDT
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) today announced that it expects to report core earnings of $0.48 per share for the second quarter of 2013, compared to $0.47 per share in the second quarter of 2012. GAAP earnings are expected to be $0.48 per share for the second quarter of 2013, compared to $0.37 per share in 2012.
24.0% Return Seen to Date on SmarTrend Berkshire Hills Bancorp Call (BHLB)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Wed Jul 17, 11:15AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Berkshire Hills Bancorp (NASDAQ:BHLB) on December 12th, 2012 at $23.18. In approximately 7 months, Berkshire Hills Bancorp has returned 23.97% as of today's recent price of $28.73.
