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1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

Provident Financial Holdings, Inc.operates as the holding company for Provident Savings Bank, F.S.B. that provides community banking services to consumers and small to mid-sized businesses in the Inland Empire region of Southern California.Its deposit products include checking, savings, and money market accounts, as well as time deposits; and loan portfolio consists of single-family, multi-family, commercial real estate, construction, mortgage, commercial business, and consumer loans.


The company also offers investment services comprising the sale of investment products, such as annuities and mutual funds; and trustee services for real estate transactions.It operates through 12 full-service banking offices in Riverside County and one full-service banking office in San Bernardino County.The company was founded in 1956 and is based in Riverside, California.

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1.b. Last Insights on PROV

Provident Financial Holdings' recent performance was driven by strong Q3 2025 earnings, with net income increasing 113% sequentially and 24% year-over-year to $1.86 million. The company's net interest margin expanded 11 basis points from the previous quarter to 3.02%, while loans held for investment grew 1% to $1.06 billion. Total deposits also increased 2% to $901.3 million, and the non-performing assets to total assets ratio decreased to 0.11%. Additionally, the company announced a quarterly cash dividend and appointed a new CFO, demonstrating its commitment to shareholder value and operational excellence.

1.c. Company Highlights

2. Provident Financial Holdings' Q2 FY2026 Earnings: A Mixed Bag

Provident Financial Holdings reported a net interest margin of 3.03%, a 3 basis point increase from the previous quarter, driven by a decrease in the cost of total interest-bearing liabilities. However, the company's EPS came in at $0.22, below analyst estimates of $0.3. Revenue growth is expected to be around 3.7% next year, according to analyst estimates. The company's operating expenses were $7.9 million, and it expects a run rate of approximately $7.6 million to $7.7 million per quarter for the remainder of fiscal 2026.

Publication Date: Mar -02

📋 Highlights
  • Loan Origination & Prepayment Growth: Q2 originated $42.1M (42% QoQ) and saw $46.7M payoffs (35% QoQ).
  • Net Interest Margin Expansion: Increased 3 bps to 3.03% despite 5 bps cost-of-liabilities decline and 2 bps asset-yield drop.
  • Repricing Headline: $112.2M loans to reprice at 6.85% (Mar 2026) and $125.2M at 6.49% (Jun 2026).
  • Operating Cost Efficiency: Q4 expenses $7.9M; expects $7.6–7.7M/qtr run rate for fiscal 2026.
  • Credit Quality Strength: Nonperforming assets at 8 bps of total assets, reflecting robust portfolio health.

Loan Origination and Credit Quality

The company originated $42.1 million of loans held for investment, a 42% increase from the prior quarter, driven by lower mortgage rates. However, this was accompanied by a 35% increase in loan principal payments and payoffs to $46.7 million. The company's loan pipelines are moderately higher than last quarter, suggesting loan origination volume in the March 2026 quarter will be within the range of recent quarters. Credit quality remains strong, with nonperforming assets at 8 basis points of total assets.

Interest Rate Risk and Funding

The company has approximately $112.2 million of loans repricing in the March 2026 quarter to a weighted average interest rate of 6.85% and $125.2 million repricing in the June 2026 quarter to a weighted average interest rate of 6.49%. The company may reprice maturing wholesale funding downward due to current market conditions, which could help mitigate interest rate risk. As Donavon Ternes stated, "the probability of the loan portfolio being flat over the next 4 quarters is uncertain due to varying loan payoffs."

Valuation and Dividend Yield

Provident Financial Holdings trades at a Price-to-Tangible Book Value (P/TBV) of approximately 0.81, which is slightly below book value. The company's Dividend Yield is 3.5%, which is attractive for income investors. The Net Interest Margin (NIM) of 3.03% is relatively stable, and the company's focus on disciplined balance sheet growth and maintaining its cash dividend is positive.

3. NewsRoom

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Provident Financial (NASDAQ:PROV) Shares Pass Above 200 Day Moving Average – Time to Sell?

Feb -19

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Provident Bank Named One of America's Best Regional Banks for 2026 by Newsweek

Jan -28

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Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. (PROV) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Jan -28

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Provident Financial Holdings Announces New Stock Repurchase Plan

Jan -23

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Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. To Host Earnings Release Conference Call

Jan -20

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Provident Financial (NASDAQ:PROV) Shares Pass Above 200 Day Moving Average – Here’s Why

Jan -08

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Provident Financial (NASDAQ:PROV) Stock Passes Above 200-Day Moving Average – Here’s What Happened

Dec -10

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Provident Financial (NASDAQ:PROV) vs. WSFS Financial (NASDAQ:WSFS) Financial Comparison

Nov -29

4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (4.77%)

6. Segments

Provident Bank

Expected Growth: 4.77%

Provident Bank's 4.77% growth is driven by strategic expansion into new markets, increased commercial lending, and a focus on digital banking. Additionally, the bank's strong risk management practices and efficient cost structure have contributed to its growth. Furthermore, Provident Financial Holdings, Inc.'s diversified revenue streams and solid capital position have enabled the bank to invest in growth initiatives.

7. Detailed Products

Consumer Loans

Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. offers consumer loans to individuals, providing them with access to credit for various personal needs.

Mortgage Loans

The company offers mortgage loans to individuals and families, enabling them to purchase or refinance their homes.

Home Equity Loans

Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. offers home equity loans, allowing homeowners to tap into the equity in their homes for various purposes.

Credit Insurance

The company offers credit insurance products, providing protection to borrowers in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

Other Financial Services

Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. offers a range of other financial services, including debt consolidation and financial planning.

8. Provident Financial Holdings, Inc.'s Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. operates in a highly competitive industry, but the threat of substitutes is mitigated by the company's strong brand recognition and customer loyalty.

Bargaining Power Of Customers

Customers have a high bargaining power due to the availability of alternative financial services providers, which can lead to price sensitivity and potential customer churn.

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. has a diversified supplier base, which reduces the bargaining power of individual suppliers, and the company's scale of operations also gives it negotiating power.

Threat Of New Entrants

While there are barriers to entry in the financial services industry, new entrants can still disrupt the market, and Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. needs to stay innovative to maintain its competitive edge.

Intensity Of Rivalry

The financial services industry is highly competitive, with many established players, which leads to a high intensity of rivalry, and Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. needs to differentiate itself to stand out in the market.

9. SWOT Analysis

10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

Value
Debt Weight 64.44%
Debt Cost 5.54%
Equity Weight 35.56%
Equity Cost 5.91%
WACC 5.67%
Leverage 181.21%

11. Quality Control: Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. passed 1 out of 9 key points

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

Peers Group Analysis

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A-Score: 6.0/10

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Volatility: 10.0

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Peers Metrics

12.e Scoring Insights

12.f DCF BETA

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WACC

Target Price

16.01$

Current Price

16.01$

Potential

-0.00%

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