Alerus Financial posts record Q3 2026 revenue, EPS beat and raises net interest margin outlook

Alerus Financial reported third‑quarter 2026 results with diluted EPS of $0.76, beating estimates, and record revenue near $81 million. The company highlighted 37% year‑over‑year growth in commercial loans and a core margin improvement to 3.55%. Management reaffirmed full‑year guidance and forecast a 2026 net interest margin of 3.75%‑3.85%. Shareholder returns totaled about $37 million through dividends and share repurchases.

The earnings beat and higher margin outlook suggest stronger profitability, which may support the stock’s upside and justify the $37 million capital return to shareholders (the company disclosed). The raised net interest margin guidance signals continued earnings stability for investors.

  • 1Diluted EPS for Q3 2026 was $0.76, a 17% increase year‑over‑year.
  • 2Adjusted diluted EPS for Q3 2026 was $0.71, an 8% increase year‑over‑year.
  • 3Record Q3 2026 revenue was $81.07 million, above consensus estimates.
  • 4Net interest margin for 2026 was forecast at 3.75%‑3.85%.
  • 5Commercial loans grew 37% year‑over‑year, now representing over one‑third of the loan portfolio.
  • 6Total shareholder return in the first nine months was $37.2 million via dividends and repurchases.

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