Table of Contents UNITED STATES 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 December 31, 2025 [ ]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 000-28304 PROVIDENT FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as ...

Core Viewpoint - The company experienced a significant increase in loan originations due to lower mortgage rates, but higher prepayment activity offset these gains, resulting in a modest decline in the loan portfolio [4][7][18]. Loan Originations and Prepayments - Loan originations rose to $42.1 million in the December 2025 quarter, a 42% increase from $29.6 million in the previous quarter [3][7]. - Prepayment activity also increased, with $46.7 million recorded, marking a 35% rise from $34.5 million in the September 2025 quarter [3][7]. - Loans held for investment decreased by approximately $4.1 million during the December quarter, influenced by declines in multifamily, commercial business, and commercial real estate loans [1][4]. Net Interest Margin (NIM) and Funding Costs - The net interest margin increased to 3.03%, reflecting a decrease in deposit and borrowing costs, although accelerated payoffs negatively impacted the margin by about 5 basis points [5][10][12]. - The average cost of deposits fell to 1.32%, while the cost of borrowings declined to 4.39% [11]. Asset Quality - Asset quality improved, with non-performing assets decreasing to approximately $999,000, representing about 8 basis points of total assets, down from $1.9 million in the previous quarter [6][8]. - The allowance for credit losses was 55 basis points at December 31, 2025, compared to 56 basis points at September 30, 2025 [9]. Capital Management and Expenses - The company reported operating expenses of $7.9 million in the December 2025 quarter, up from $7.6 million in the previous quarter, with expectations of a quarterly run rate of approximately $7.6 million to $7.7 million for the remainder of fiscal 2026 [17]. - The company repurchased approximately $96,000 of common stock in the December 2025 quarter and distributed $906,000 in cash dividends [21]. Future Outlook - Management anticipates that loan pipelines are "moderately higher" and expects origination volumes for the March 2026 quarter to fall within the range of $28 million to $42 million [1][22]. - Adjustable-rate loans are expected to reprice slightly lower in the March 2026 quarter, with about $112.2 million of loans repricing [14][15].

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2026, the company originated $42.1 million in loans held for investment, a 42% increase from $29.6 million in the previous quarter [4] - Loan principal payments and payoffs were $46.7 million, a 35% increase from $34.5 million in the prior quarter [4] - Non-performing assets were $999,000, or 8 basis points of total assets, a decrease from $1.9 million at the end of the previous quarter [5] - The net interest margin increased by 3 basis points to 3.03% compared to 3% in the previous quarter [8] - Operating expenses rose to $7.9 million from $7.6 million in the previous quarter [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loans held for investment decreased by approximately $4.1 million, with declines in multifamily, commercial business, and commercial real estate loans, partially offset by increases in single-family and construction loans [5] - The weighted average rate of loans originated in Q2 2026 was 6.15%, compared to 5.22% for loans held for investment as of December 31, 2025 [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company’s loan pipelines are moderately higher than the previous quarter, suggesting origination volume in Q3 2026 will be within the range of recent quarters [4] - Approximately $112.2 million of loans are set to reprice in Q3 2026 at an expected rate 14 basis points lower than current rates [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on disciplined balance sheet growth by expanding its loan portfolio, which is deemed suitable for the stable economic environment and ongoing normalization of the yield curve [14] - The company aims to maintain its cash dividend and recognizes stock buybacks as a responsible capital management tool, having repurchased approximately $96,000 of common stock in Q2 2026 [14][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the current credit quality, noting no loans in early stages of delinquency and a strong performance of commercial real estate loans [6] - The company believes that any government initiatives to make housing more affordable would be beneficial, especially in California where demand exceeds available inventory [24][25] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit losses to gross loans held for investment was 55 basis points, a slight decrease from 56 basis points in the previous quarter [8] - The company distributed $906,000 in cash dividends to shareholders and repurchased approximately $1.5 million worth of common stock in Q2 2026, representing a 170% distribution of the quarter's net income [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the probability that the loan portfolio remains flat over the next four quarters? - Management indicated that it is difficult to predict loan payoffs, but they have been focusing on increasing origination volume each quarter, suggesting a potential for higher origination in Q3 2026 [20] Question: Do loans repricing in the June quarter pose a potential headwind to loan growth? - Management does not foresee significant headwinds from repricing, as the rates are not substantially higher than new loan production [21] Question: Would government plans to make housing more affordable be a net positive for the business? - Management believes that any initiatives to expand available housing would be beneficial, particularly in California where demand significantly outstrips supply [24][25]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2026, the company originated $42.1 million in loans held for investment, a 42% increase from $29.6 million in the previous quarter [4] - Loan principal payments and payoffs were $46.7 million, a 35% increase from $34.5 million in the prior quarter [4] - Non-performing assets decreased to $999,000, or 8 basis points of total assets, down from $1.9 million at the end of the previous quarter [5] - The net interest margin increased by 3 basis points to 3.03% compared to 3% in the previous quarter [8] - Operating expenses rose to $7.9 million from $7.6 million in the previous quarter [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loans held for investment decreased by approximately $4.1 million, with declines in multifamily, commercial business, and commercial real estate loans, partially offset by increases in single-family and construction loans [5] - The weighted average rate of loans originated in Q2 2026 was 6.15%, compared to 5.22% for loans held for investment as of December 31, 2025 [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company’s loan pipelines are moderately higher than last quarter, suggesting origination volume in Q3 2026 will be within the range of recent quarters [4] - The average cost of deposits decreased to 1.32%, down 2 basis points, while the cost of borrowing decreased by 20 basis points to 4.39% [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on disciplined balance sheet growth by expanding its loan portfolio, which is deemed suitable for the stable economic environment and ongoing normalization of the yield curve [14] - The company aims to maintain its cash dividend and recognizes stock buybacks as a responsible capital management tool, having repurchased approximately $96,000 of common stock in the last quarter [14][15] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the current credit quality, noting no loans in early stages of delinquency and a strong performance of commercial real estate loans [6] - The company anticipates opportunities for net interest margin expansion in the upcoming quarters due to expected repricing of maturing wholesale funding at lower rates [12] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit losses to gross loans held for investment was 55 basis points, a slight decrease from 56 basis points in the previous quarter [8] - The company distributed $906,000 in cash dividends and repurchased approximately $1.5 million worth of common stock, representing a 170% distribution of the net income for the quarter [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the probability that the loan portfolio will be flat in the next four quarters? - Management indicated that it is difficult to predict loan payoffs, but they have been focusing on increasing origination volume each quarter, suggesting a potential for higher origination in Q3 2026 [19] Question: Do loans repricing in the June quarter pose a potential headwind to loan growth? - Management does not foresee significant headwinds from repricing, as the rates are not substantially higher than new loan production [20] Question: Would government plans to make housing more affordable be a net positive for the business? - Management believes that increasing housing availability would be beneficial, especially in California where demand exceeds supply [23][24]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2026, the company originated $42.1 million in loans held for investment, a 42% increase from $29.6 million in the prior quarter [5] - Loan principal payments and payoffs increased to $46.7 million, up 35% from $34.5 million in the previous quarter [5] - The net interest margin increased by 3 basis points to 3.03% compared to 3% in the previous quarter [9] - The average cost of deposits decreased to 1.32%, down 2 basis points, while the cost of borrowing decreased by 20 basis points to 4.39% [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loans held for investment decreased by approximately $4.1 million, with declines in multifamily, commercial business, and commercial real estate loans, partially offset by increases in single-family and construction loans [6] - Non-performing assets were $999,000, or 8 basis points of total assets, a decrease from $1.9 million at the end of the previous quarter [6][7] - The allowance for credit losses to gross loans held for investment was 55 basis points, slightly down from 56 basis points [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan pipelines are moderately higher than last quarter, suggesting origination volume in Q3 2026 will be within the range of recent quarters, between $28 million and $42 million [5] - The weighted average rate of loans originated in Q2 2026 was 6.15%, compared to 5.22% for loans held for investment as of December 31, 2025 [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on disciplined balance sheet growth by expanding its loan portfolio, which is deemed suitable for the stable economic environment and ongoing normalization of the yield curve [15] - The company aims to maintain its cash dividend and recognizes stock buybacks as a responsible capital management tool, having repurchased approximately $96,000 of common stock in Q2 2026 [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the current credit quality, noting no loans in early stages of delinquency and a strong performance of commercial real estate loans [7] - The company anticipates opportunities for net interest margin expansion in Q3 2026 due to expected repricing of maturing wholesale funding to lower costs [13] Other Important Information - Operating expenses increased to $7.9 million in Q2 2026 from $7.6 million in the previous quarter, including a $214,000 pre-litigation settlement expense [14] - The company distributed $906,000 in cash dividends and repurchased approximately $1.5 million worth of common stock, representing a 170% distribution of the quarter's net income [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the probability that the loan portfolio is flat over the next four quarters? - Management indicated that it is difficult to predict loan payoffs, but they have been focusing on increasing origination volume each quarter, suggesting a potential for higher origination in Q3 2026 [20] Question: Do loans repricing in the June quarter pose a potential headwind to loan growth? - Management noted that while repricing could have implications, it is not expected to significantly hinder loan growth as the repricing is not substantially higher than current market conditions [21] Question: Would government plans to make housing more affordable be a net positive for the business? - Management believes that any initiatives to expand available housing would be beneficial, especially in California where demand exceeds supply [23][25]

Second Quarter of Fiscal 2026 December 31, 2025 myprovident.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation contains statements that the Company believes are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements relate to the Company's financial condition, liquidity, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance or business. You should not place undue reliance on these statements as they are subject to various risks and uncertain ...

Financial Performance - Net income for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 was $1.44 million, down 15% from the previous quarter but up 65% year-over-year[2]. - Net income for the quarter was $1,436,000, representing a significant increase of 64.8% from $872,000 in the same quarter last year[40]. - Basic earnings per share rose to $0.22, compared to $0.13 in the same quarter last year, marking a year-over-year increase of 69.2%[44]. Interest Income and Expenses - Total interest income for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, was $13,950,000, a decrease of 0.5% from $14,021,000 in the previous quarter[40]. - Total interest expense decreased to $5,026,000, down from $5,262,000 in the previous quarter, reflecting effective interest rate management[40]. - Net interest margin increased to 3.03%, up 12 basis points from the same quarter last year[7]. Loans and Deposits - Loans held for investment totaled $1.04 billion, a decrease of 1% from $1.05 billion at the end of the previous quarter[1]. - Total deposits were $872.4 million, down 2% from $888.8 million at the end of the previous quarter[1]. - Total loans originated for investment reached $42,122,000, an increase of 15.5% from $36,443,000 in the previous quarter[44]. Asset Quality - Non-performing assets decreased to $990,000, representing 0.08% of total assets, down from 0.11% at the end of the previous quarter[19]. - The allowance for credit losses on loans held for investment was $5.6 million, or 0.55% of gross loans, down from 0.62% at the end of the previous quarter[21]. - Non-performing loans totaled $990 thousand as of December 31, 2025, compared to $2,530 thousand a year earlier[59]. Efficiency and Ratios - The efficiency ratio improved to 80.77%, compared to 81.15% in the same quarter last year[24]. - Return on average assets increased to 0.47% for the quarter, compared to 0.28% in the same quarter last year[44]. - The Tier 1 leverage ratio improved to 9.79% in Q4 2025 from 9.55% in Q3 2025[48]. Stockholder Information - Stockholders' equity totaled $127,491 as of December 31, 2025, down from $128,370 on September 30, 2025[37]. - The book value per share increased to $19.87 in Q4 2025 from $19.72 in Q3 2025[46]. - The Company repurchased 96,260 shares of common stock at an average cost of $15.80 per share during the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with 54,061 shares remaining available for future purchase[27]. Taxation - The Company's provision for income taxes was $614,000 for Q2 fiscal 2026, a 74% increase from $352,000 in the same quarter last year, and a 42% decrease from $1.05 million in Q1 fiscal 2026[25]. - The effective tax rate for the current quarter was 30.0%, compared to 28.8% in the same quarter last year[25]. Future Outlook - The Company has identified various risks that could materially affect future performance, including economic conditions, interest rate changes, and regulatory challenges[32]. - The Company plans to host a conference call on January 28, 2026, to discuss its financial results[28].

Net Income of $1.44 million in the December 2025 Quarter, Down 15% from the Sequential Quarter but Up 65% from the Comparable Quarter Last Year Net Interest Margin of 3.03% in the December 2025 Quarter, Up Three Basis Points from the Sequential Quarter and Up 12 Basis Points from the Comparable Quarter Last Year Loans Held for Investment of $1.04 Billion at December 31, 2025, Down 1% from $1.05 Billion at June 30, 2025 Total Deposits of $872.4 Million at December 31, 2025, Down 2% from $888.8 million at J ...

Group 1 - The Annual Meeting of Shareholders for Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. is being conducted virtually, with a recording of the meeting in progress [1] - Donavon Ternes serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer, acting as the Chairman of the meeting [2] - Key attendees include senior officers, directors, and nominees, highlighting the leadership structure of the company [3] Group 2 - A list of shareholders entitled to vote at the meeting has been prepared, based on the record date of October 6, 2025 [4]