[PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=3&type=section&id=PART%20I%20%E2%80%93%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) This section provides the unaudited consolidated financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, market risk disclosures, and controls and procedures for the company [Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents ConnectOne Bancorp's unaudited consolidated financial statements, reflecting significant asset and liability growth from the FLIC acquisition and a net loss driven by merger expenses and increased credit loss provisions [Consolidated Statements of Condition](index=3&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Condition) Total assets grew to **$13.92 billion** from **$9.88 billion** due to the FLIC acquisition, significantly increasing net loans, deposits, and stockholders' equity Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (Unaudited, in thousands) | (in thousands) | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **$13,915,738** | **$9,879,600** | | Cash and cash equivalents | $596,533 | $356,488 | | Net loans receivable | $11,008,287 | $8,192,125 | | Goodwill | $215,611 | $208,372 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$12,419,307** | **$8,637,896** | | Total deposits | $11,278,487 | $7,820,114 | | Borrowings | $783,859 | $688,064 | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | **$1,496,431** | **$1,241,704** | [Consolidated Statements of (Loss) Income](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20%28Loss%29%20Income) The company reported a net loss of **($20.3) million** for Q2 2025, primarily due to **$30.7 million** in merger expenses and a **$35.7 million** provision for credit losses Key Income Statement Data (Unaudited, in thousands, except per share data) | (in thousands, except per share data) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Interest Income | $78,883 | $61,439 | $144,639 | $121,739 | | Provision for credit losses | $35,700 | $2,500 | $39,200 | $6,500 | | Noninterest Expenses | $73,649 | $37,594 | $112,954 | $74,659 | | *including Merger expenses* | *$30,745* | *$ -* | *$32,065* | *$ -* | | Net (Loss) Income | **($20,293)** | **$19,056** | **($51)** | **$36,261** | | Diluted EPS | **($0.52)** | **$0.46** | **($0.08)** | **$0.86** | [Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive (Loss) Income](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20%28Loss%29%20Income) For Q2 2025, the company reported a total comprehensive loss of **($19.6) million**, primarily due to the net loss, contrasting with prior-year comprehensive income Comprehensive (Loss) Income Summary (Unaudited, in thousands) | (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net (Loss) Income | ($20,293) | $19,056 | ($51) | $36,261 | | Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax | $685 | ($4,112) | $441 | ($7,135) | | **Total Comprehensive (Loss) Income** | **($19,608)** | **$14,944** | **$390** | **$29,126** | [Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Stockholders%27%20Equity) Stockholders' equity increased to **$1.50 billion** from **$1.24 billion** primarily due to **$270.8 million** in common stock issued for the FLIC merger, partially offset by net loss and dividends - The company issued **11,790,116 shares** of common stock valued at **$270.8 million** to complete the FLIC merger during the second quarter of 2025[13](index=13&type=chunk)[15](index=15&type=chunk) - Cash dividends paid on common stock totaled **$13.8 million** (**$0.36 per share**) for the six months ended June 30, 2025[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=9&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Cash and cash equivalents increased by **$240.0 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, driven by operating, investing (including FLIC cash), and financing activities Six Months Ended June 30 Cash Flow Summary (Unaudited, in thousands) | (in thousands) | 2025 | 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $21,348 | $42,819 | | Net cash provided by investing activities | $99,048 | $169,165 | | Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | $119,649 | ($161,185) | | **Net change in cash and cash equivalents** | **$240,045** | **$50,799** | - The company acquired **$54.9 million** in cash, net of cash consideration paid, from the FLIC acquisition[17](index=17&type=chunk) - Financing activities included **$200 million** in proceeds from the issuance of subordinated debt and a net increase in deposits of **$207.0 million**, offset by net repayments of FHLB borrowings of **$264.6 million**[17](index=17&type=chunk) [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=11&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes detail accounting policies and financial components, highlighting the **$270.8 million** FLIC acquisition's impact on the balance sheet and income statement, along with specifics on loan portfolios, credit losses, and regulatory capital - On June 1, 2025, the Company completed its acquisition of The First of Long Island Corporation ("FLIC"), with former FLIC shareholders receiving **0.5175 shares** of the Company's common stock for each share of FLIC common stock[22](index=22&type=chunk)[40](index=40&type=chunk)[41](index=41&type=chunk) FLIC Acquisition Purchase Price Consideration (June 1, 2025, in thousands) | (in thousands) | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Total fair value of stock consideration issued | $270,819 | | Cash consideration paid | $9 | | **Total purchase price consideration** | **$270,828** | | Fair Value of Net Assets Acquired | $263,589 | | **Goodwill recorded in acquisition** | **$7,239** | - For purchased credit deteriorated (PCD) loans from the FLIC merger, an initial allowance for credit losses of **$43.3 million** was established by grossing-up the amortized cost of the loans[51](index=51&type=chunk)[54](index=54&type=chunk) - The allowance for credit losses (ACL) for loans increased to **$156.2 million** at June 30, 2025, from **$82.7 million** at year-end 2024, including a **$43.3 million** nonaccretable credit mark on PCD loans and a **$27.3 million** initial provision related to the acquisition[115](index=115&type=chunk)[118](index=118&type=chunk) - On May 15, 2025, the Company issued **$200 million** in fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes with an initial interest rate of **8.125%**[200](index=200&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=55&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management attributes the Q2 2025 net loss to merger expenses and increased credit loss provisions, while net interest income and margin improved, and the balance sheet expanded significantly due to the FLIC merger [Operating Results Overview](index=56&type=section&id=Operating%20Results%20Overview) The company reported a net loss of **($21.8) million** for Q2 2025, primarily due to **$30.7 million** in merger costs and a **$33.2 million** increase in credit loss provisions, partially offset by increased net interest income Q2 2025 vs Q2 2024 Performance (in millions, except per share data) | Metric | Q2 2025 | Q2 2024 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net (Loss) Income to Common Stockholders | ($21.8M) | $17.5M | ($39.3M) | | Diluted EPS | ($0.52) | $0.46 | ($0.98) | | Merger Expenses | $30.7M | $0 | +$30.7M | | Provision for Credit Losses | $35.7M | $2.5M | +$33.2M | [Net Interest Income and Margin](index=56&type=section&id=Net%20Interest%20Income%20and%20Margin) For Q2 2025, fully taxable equivalent net interest income increased by **28.2%** to **$79.8 million**, with the net interest margin expanding **34 basis points** to **3.06%** Net Interest Margin Analysis (in millions, except percentages) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Interest Income (Tax-Equivalent) | $79.8M | $62.3M | | Net Interest Margin | 3.06% | 2.72% | | Average Yield on Earning Assets | 5.63% | 5.71% | | Average Cost of Interest-Bearing Liabilities | 3.36% | 3.84% | [Financial Condition](index=60&type=section&id=Financial%20Condition) As of June 30, 2025, the FLIC merger significantly altered the company's financial condition, increasing gross loans to **$11.2 billion** and deposits to **$11.3 billion**, while improving asset quality and maintaining strong capital ratios - Gross loans totaled **$11.2 billion** as of June 30, 2025, a **34.9% increase** from December 31, 2024, primarily due to the FLIC merger[229](index=229&type=chunk) - The allowance for credit losses (ACL) increased to **$156.2 million**, or **1.40% of loans receivable**, up from **$82.7 million** (**1.01%**) at year-end, driven by a **$43.3 million** mark for purchased credit-deteriorated (PCD) loans and a **$27.4 million** initial provision related to the FLIC merger[236](index=236&type=chunk)[242](index=242&type=chunk) - Nonperforming assets decreased to **$39.2 million** (**0.28% of total assets**) at June 30, 2025, from **$57.3 million** (**0.58% of total assets**) at December 31, 2024[246](index=246&type=chunk) - Total deposits increased by **$3.5 billion** (**44.2%**) to **$11.3 billion** compared to year-end 2024, also due to the FLIC merger[286](index=286&type=chunk) - The company and the bank both satisfy all capital adequacy requirements to be considered **well-capitalized** as of June 30, 2025[301](index=301&type=chunk)[302](index=302&type=chunk) [Qualitative and Quantitative Disclosures about Market Risks](index=75&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Qualitative%20and%20Quantitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risks) The company manages interest rate risk using NII and EVE models, with a **+200 bps** rate shock estimated to decrease one-year NII by **4.94%** and EVE by **5.89%** Interest Rate Sensitivity Analysis (as of June 30, 2025, in percentages) | Rate Shock (bps) | Estimated Change in EVE (%) | Estimated Change in 1-Year NII (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | +200 | -5.89% | -4.94% | | +100 | -1.22% | -1.91% | | -100 | -0.40% | +1.72% | [Controls and Procedures](index=75&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) The CEO and CFO concluded that disclosure controls and procedures are effective, with no material changes to internal controls over financial reporting during the quarter - The CEO and CFO concluded that the Company's disclosure controls and procedures are **effective**[304](index=304&type=chunk) - No material changes to internal controls over financial reporting occurred during the last fiscal quarter[305](index=305&type=chunk) [PART II – OTHER INFORMATION](index=76&type=section&id=PART%20II%20%E2%80%93%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) This section covers legal proceedings, risk factors, unregistered sales of equity securities, and a list of exhibits filed with the report [Legal Proceedings](index=76&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company faces an **$11.1 million** lawsuit as FLIC's successor regarding unauthorized wire transfers, which it intends to vigorously defend - A customer filed a lawsuit against the company (as successor to FLIC) for approximately **$11.1 million** in damages related to unauthorized wire transfers[308](index=308&type=chunk) - The company states it will vigorously defend against the claims[308](index=308&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=76&type=section&id=Item%201a.%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes to the company's risk factors were reported since the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 - No material changes to risk factors were reported since the last Annual Report on Form 10-K[309](index=309&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=76&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company did not repurchase shares in Q2 2025, with **641,118 shares** remaining available under the authorized repurchase program - No shares were repurchased in Q2 2025[310](index=310&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2025, **641,118 shares** are remaining for repurchase under the authorized program[310](index=310&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=77&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the 10-Q report, including the supplemental indenture for subordinated notes and required CEO/CFO certifications - Key exhibits include the Third Supplemental Indenture for the **8.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035** and required CEO/CFO certifications[312](index=312&type=chunk) [Signatures](index=78&type=section&id=SIGNATURES) This section contains the official signatures of the company's Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Financial Officer, certifying the report - The report was signed on **August 11, 2025**, by Frank Sorrentino III, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and William S. Burns, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer[316](index=316&type=chunk)

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total assets reached nearly $14 billion, with loans at $11.2 billion and deposits at $11.3 billion, while market capitalization exceeded $1.2 billion [7] - The loan-to-deposit ratio improved to 99% at the end of the second quarter, down from 106% as of March 31 [7] - Noninterest-bearing demand deposits increased to over 21% of total deposits, up from 18% at year-end [7][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Strong core deposit growth was noted, with a record increase in client deposits [6] - Loan demand remained robust, particularly in commercial and industrial, construction, SBA, and residential lending [6][15] - The merger with First of Long Island Bank is expected to enhance financial metrics and strengthen the balance sheet [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Long Island market contributed significantly to deposit growth, with noninterest-bearing demand deposits increasing by over $100 million since March 31, reflecting a 15% annualized growth [14] - Total deposits increased by an annualized 8%, despite a $200 million decline in brokered deposits, indicating strong core balance growth [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The merger is viewed as a strategic move to expand geographic footprint and client base, enhancing growth opportunities [13][28] - The company aims to drive organic growth and create long-term shareholder value through a unified culture and client-focused approach [11][29] - Management emphasized the importance of client retention and seamless integration post-merger [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the future, citing strong client retention and a solid pipeline for growth [5][28] - The company anticipates modest expense growth while remaining well-positioned for continued growth [9] - Credit quality metrics improved significantly, with a nonperforming asset ratio of 0.28%, down from 0.51% a year ago [24] Other Important Information - The total provision for credit losses for the second quarter was $35.7 million, including a day-one provision of $27.4 million related to the merger [19] - The company recognized $40 million in merger charges, with expectations to record an additional $10 million in the coming quarters [21] - Projected quarterly expenses for 2025 are expected to be in the $55 million range, with a slight increase in 2026 [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Opportunities to further reduce classified and criticized loans - Management does not foresee major changes in classified credit levels but will monitor the situation closely [34] Question: Dynamic between capital deployment and managing CRE concentration - Management indicated that capital ratios are stronger than anticipated, and they expect CRE concentration to decrease naturally [35][36] Question: Drivers behind the increase in the securities portfolio - The increase was attributed to the acquisition, along with some restructurings to improve interest sensitivity [42] Question: Trends in reserve levels going forward - Management set a conservative reserve level and indicated that future performance could allow for adjustments [44] Question: Growth projections for the loan pipeline - The weighted average loan rate in the pipeline is 6.77%, with expected growth in the low to mid-single digits [52][55]

Exhibit 99.1 CONNECTONE BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2025 RESULTS; DECLARES COMMON AND PREFERRED DIVIDENDS Englewood Cliffs, N.J., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: CNOB) (the "Company" or "ConnectOne"), parent company of ConnectOne Bank (the "Bank"), today reported a net loss available to common stockholders of $(21.8) million for the second quarter of 2025 compared with net income available to common stockholders of $18.7 million for the first quarter of 2025 and $ ...

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Core Viewpoint - ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. has successfully completed its merger with The First of Long Island Corporation, creating a combined entity with approximately $14 billion in total assets, $11 billion in total deposits, and $11 billion in total loans [1]. Group 1: Merger Details - The merger allows ConnectOne to operate under a unified brand, enhancing its scale and capabilities while maintaining a client-first culture [2]. - First of Long Island shareholders received 0.5175 shares of ConnectOne common stock for each share of FLIC common stock owned, along with cash for any fractional shares [3]. Group 2: Leadership and Governance - Following the merger, ConnectOne's Board of Directors has expanded to 15 members, with Christopher Becker appointed as Vice Chairman [4]. - The addition of new board members is expected to bring valuable industry expertise and strategic insight to support the company's growth [5]. Group 3: Company Overview - ConnectOne Bancorp operates through its subsidiary, ConnectOne Bank, and its fintech subsidiary, BoeFly, Inc., focusing on small to middle-market businesses [6].

Table of Contents UNITED STATES OF AMERICA SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-11486 844-266-2548 (Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code) Securities registered purs ...

Company Overview - ConnectOne Bancorp (CNOB) is based in Englewood Cliffs and operates in the Finance sector, with a year-to-date share price change of -0.74% [3] - The company currently pays a dividend of $0.18 per share, resulting in a dividend yield of 3.17%, which is higher than the Banks - Northeast industry's yield of 2.87% and the S&P 500's yield of 1.64% [3] Dividend Performance - The annualized dividend of $0.72 represents a 1.4% increase from the previous year [4] - Over the past 5 years, ConnectOne Bancorp has increased its dividend 4 times, achieving an average annual increase of 18.45% [4] - The current payout ratio is 38%, indicating that the company pays out 38% of its trailing 12-month earnings per share as dividends [4] Earnings Growth - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 projects earnings of $2.48 per share, reflecting a year-over-year earnings growth rate of 36.26% [5] Investment Considerations - Dividends are favored by investors as they enhance stock investing profits, reduce overall portfolio risk, and offer tax advantages [6] - While established firms are typically viewed as the best dividend options, high-growth businesses and tech start-ups rarely offer dividends [7] - CNOB is considered a compelling investment opportunity due to its strong dividend profile and current Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [7]