Alerus posted a significant Q4 2025 net loss driven by a strategic sale of securities, despite strength in core operations and fee-based income. Adjusted EPS and margins improved, and tangible book value continued to grow.
Alerus reported a net loss of $33.1 million, or $(1.27) per share, due to a one-time $68.4 million loss on securities repositioning.
Adjusted EPS was $0.85, and adjusted return on average tangible common equity was 21.05%.
Fee-based revenue remained strong with retirement and wealth management contributing $24.7 million in total.
Tangible book value per share rose to $17.55, up 3.8% from Q3.
Management expects higher profitability in 2026 driven by strategic repositioning and strong fee-based growth.
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