As we start the new year, we’d like to take a moment to look back and highlight the accomplishments of our OTCQX Banks.
In 2025, we doubled the number of banks that joined OTCQX in 2024, with 10 banks moving to the top market. OTCQX for Banks continues to be a valuable alternative to Nasdaq, offering broader visibility while maintaining cost efficiency. By joining OTCQX, community banks strengthen their footprint within their local communities, allow Investors to trade with their brokers of choice, and enable investment advisors to provide and distribute research coverage and advice across over 41 U.S. jurisdictions.
As we build on this momentum, we look forward to connecting issuers and investors at our Community Banks Virtual Investor Conference on March 26, 2026.
This recap highlights the accomplishments of 100+ banks that trade on OTCQX, including those that joined in 2025. OTCQX Banks supports communities across the U.S.
Community Bank Highlights on OTC Markets in 2025
OTCQX Banks Achievements in 2025
2025 Year-End (as of 12/31/25) Trading Stats of OTCQX Banks
Performance of OTCQX Banks Index vs. NASDAQ’s ABA Index 2020 to 2025
We were proud to welcome 10 new Banks to OTCQX this year
Community Investors Bancorp, Inc. holding company of First Federal Community Bank in Ohio
Ohio-based First Federal Community Bank (OTCQX: CIBN) led the way in 2025 by graduating from OTCID and joining our OTCQX Market, showcasing the leadership and ambition of a smaller community bank.
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin, Inc. holding company for PyraMax Bank
Wisconsin-based PyraMax Bank (OTCQX: BCOW) voluntarily transferred from Nasdaq to OTCQX in March to offer a more cost-effective trading option and let management focus on its core mission. The company engaged OTC Corporate Broker KBW as financial advisor to evaluate its strategic alternatives.
SouthPoint Bank, Alabama
SouthPoint Bank (OTCQX: SOUB) is the second largest Alabama-based bank and the fourth in the state to graduate to OTCQX, with $1.7 billion in assets.
Lake Ridge Bancorp Inc. it’s subsidiary is Lake Ridge Bank, Wisconsin
Wisconsin-based Lake Ridge Bank (OTCQX: LRBI) was the largest bank to join OTCQX in 2025 with $3.1 billion in assets, and the bank celebrated CEO Jim Tubbs being named to the In Business Madison Power 100 List and his 30 years of service.
Somerset Trust Company, Pennsylvania
Somerset Trust Company (OTCQX: SOME) joined in July, as the second largest PA-based bank on OTCQX. Serving southwestern Pennsylvania it is ranked as the #1 Best Bank in Pennsylvania by Forbes and is an American Banker Top 20 bank.
Bonvenu Bancorp, Inc., Louisiana
Bonvenu Bank (OTCQX: BBNA), with $1.5 billion in assets, became the largest Louisiana-based bank to join OTCQX in 2025. Follow them on LinkedIn to see how they showcase their services and team.
QNB Corp. the holding company for QNB Bank headquartered in Quakertown, PA
QNB Bank (OTCQX: QNBC) joined OTCQX as the second Pennsylvania-based bank this year. The bank, a past speaker at our Community Bank Virtual Investor Conference, plans to acquire OTCQX-traded The Victory Bank (OTCQX: VTYB).
Seneca Bancorp, Inc. headquartered in Baldwinsville, NY
Seneca Savings Bank, N.A. (OTCQX: SNNF) was the first community bank to join OTCQX following its demutualization, led by OTC Corporate Broker KBW and Luse Gorman, PC. With both Seneca and OTC Markets Group based in New York, it is a true close-to-home success story.
First Reliance Bank branch in Myrtle Beach, SC
South Carolina-based First Reliance Bank (OTCQX: FSRL) joined our OTCQX Market in November and recently opened a branch in Myrtle Beach. The bank graduated from OTCID to leverage automatic state Blue Sky exemptions, allowing brokers to distribute research more broadly across the Southeast.
Glen Burnie Bancorp voluntary delist from Nasdaq to OTCQX in December 2025
The Bank of Glen Burnie (OTCQX: GLBZ) is the second bank to voluntary delist from Nasdaq to OTCQX in 2025. It also becomes the 2nd Maryland based bank to join the OTCQX Market.
Awards & Recognitions received by OTCQX Banks in 2025
Additional awards and recognitions include:
- OTC Markets Group received approval for Premier Partner status from the American Bankers Association
- Oakworth Capital Bank being named Charlotte’s Best 2025 “Best Bank” by the The Charlotte Observer
- First Resource Bank PA President and CEO Lauren Ranalli being included in Main Line Today‘s 2025 Class of Power Women
- South Atlantic Bank Chairman and CEO K. Wayne Wicker being elected treasurer of the 2025–2026 American Bankers Association board of directors
- Mission Valley Bank President and CEO Tamara Gurney receiving the Los Angeles Business Journal Women in Leadership Award
- Dogwood Bank, a Division of TowneBank being named one of Triangle Business Journal 2025 Fast 50 Award winners.
Learn More about OTCQX Community Banks
OTC Markets Group Case Study on Delisting Trends of Community Banks
For more background on how community banks are leveraging our markets, here is a recent case study.
The next Community Banks Virtual Investors Conference in March 2026
Our Virtual Investor Conference Series allows companies to share their investment story with an audience of engaged investors. Sign up to receive updates and be notified of our 2026 Community Banks Virtual Investor Conference. If you are a community bank and interested in presenting please contact Greg Y.
Featured in Awards & Recognitions Above: CalPrivate Bank, FFB Bank, CommerceWest Bank, Uwharrie Bank, Providence Bank – North Carolina, The Bank of South Carolina, American Riviera Bank (arbv), Ledyard Bank, Chesapeake Bank, Dacotah Bank, First National Bank Alaska, JD Bank, West Coast Community Bank, F&M Bank, Cashmere Valley Bank
Article Originally Appeared on LinkedIn on January 8, 2025.
Also be sure to check out our post on the launch of OTCID.
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