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Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) is a bank holding company and parent of Banc of California, a relationship-based business bank focused on commercial banking and treasury management services for small, middle-market, and venture-backed businesses. The BANC news page on Stock Titan aggregates company-issued announcements and related coverage so investors can follow how the bank communicates its performance, strategy, and community involvement.
News about Banc of California frequently includes quarterly and annual earnings releases, where the company reports metrics such as net interest income, net interest margin, loan production, deposit trends, and capital ratios. These updates are often accompanied by conference call and webcast details, allowing analysts and shareholders to hear management discuss financial results and operating conditions in more depth.
In addition to earnings, Banc of California regularly announces quarterly dividends on its common stock and on depositary shares representing its Series F preferred stock. These releases may also highlight the company’s Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP), which provides a mechanism for eligible registered common stockholders to reinvest dividends into additional common shares.
Company news also covers corporate developments such as office expansions, including new or expanded offices in downtown Los Angeles and other key markets, and its role as the largest independent bank headquartered in Los Angeles and the third largest bank headquartered in California. Banc of California’s press releases further describe community-focused initiatives, including grant programs and partnerships aimed at supporting small businesses in wildfire-impacted communities and broader charitable efforts through the Banc of California Charitable Foundation.
By reviewing the BANC news feed, readers can see how the bank positions its commercial banking franchise, how it engages with local communities, and how management describes its financial and strategic progress over time.
The Los Angeles Parks Foundation has received a $1 million donation from FireAid to restore the Pacific Palisades Playground, which was damaged in the Southern California wildfires in January. Additional support includes a $300,000 in-kind contribution from GameTime for equipment and a donation from Banc of California's Wildfire Relief & Recovery Fund, bringing total support to over $1.3 million.
The restoration project aims to modernize the playground by July 4th, 2025. The renovated facility will feature two adjacent playgrounds with rubber surfaces, catering to children aged 5-14. The new design will include integrated shade structures and a play fire truck honoring first responders. The Palisades Park and Recreation Center, located at 851 Alma Real Drive, has served the community for over 35 years.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings release and conference call. The company will release its Q1 2025 financial results after market close on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
A conference call to discuss the quarterly results will be held the following day, Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Interested participants can join by dialing (888) 317-6003 with event code 8785621. The company will provide access to a live audio webcast and slide presentation on its investor relations website, with an audio archive available within 24 hours after the call.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) has announced a significant stock repurchase program authorized by its Board of Directors. The program allows for the repurchase of up to $150 million of the company's common stock, with an expiration date set for March 2026.
The implementation of the buyback will be executed through various means, including open-market transactions, block transactions both on and off exchanges, and privately negotiated transactions. The actual timing and volume of share repurchases will be determined by multiple factors, including stock price, trading volume, market conditions, and corporate and regulatory requirements.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) has appointed Karen Hon as Executive Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. Hon brings over 20 years of finance and accounting experience, including 17 years at Silicon Valley Bank where she served as Chief Accounting Officer.
In her new role, Hon will oversee accounting, controllership, financial reporting, and SOX controls. She joins the company's senior management committee and reports to CFO Joe Kauder. Hon replaces Jeff Krumpoch, who is retiring on April 1 after 23 years of service with Banc of California and PacWest Bancorp following their 2023 merger.
Prior to joining Banc of California, Hon led accounting and reporting teams at SVB, managing controllership, tax, SOX program, SEC reporting, and finance transformation initiatives. She previously worked as an auditor at KPMG and holds a bachelor's degree in economics and psychology from the University of British Columbia.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) has announced its participation in the upcoming Raymond James & Associates' 46th Annual Institutional Investors Conference in Orlando, Florida. Jared Wolff, President and Chief Executive Officer, will engage with investors and participate in a fireside chat scheduled for March 3, 2025, at 1:40 p.m. Eastern Time.
Investors and interested parties can access both the live audio webcast and replay of the fireside chat through Banc of California's investor relations website at https://investors.bancofcal.com.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) has announced its quarterly dividend payments. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share on common stock, payable on April 1, 2025, to stockholders of record as of March 14, 2025.
Additionally, a quarterly cash dividend of $0.4845 per depositary share was declared on its 7.75% Fixed Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series F, payable March 3, 2025, to stockholders of record as of February 19, 2025. The Series F depositary shares trade under the symbol 'Banc/PF' on NYSE.
The company offers a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) allowing common stockholders to acquire additional shares at a 3% discount from the market price through Computershare, the company's transfer agent.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) reported Q4 2024 net earnings of $47.0 million, or $0.28 per diluted share, compared to a Q3 2024 net loss of $1.2 million. Full-year 2024 net income was $87.1 million, or $0.52 per diluted share.
Key Q4 highlights include net interest margin expansion of 11 basis points to 3.04%, total loans growth of 4.3% annualized to $23.8 billion, and noninterest expense decline of 7.6% to $181.4 million. The company strengthened its CET1 capital ratio to 10.55% and increased book value per share to $17.78.
Notable improvements include lower funding costs by 27 basis points versus Q3, growth in average noninterest-bearing deposits to 29.1% of total deposits, and achievement of merger cost savings targets. The company's balance sheet shows total assets of $33.5 billion, with total deposits of $27.2 billion and total stockholders' equity of $3.5 billion.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) has launched the Banc of California Wildfire Relief & Recovery Fund with a $1 million initial donation to support communities affected by Los Angeles area wildfires. The fund will address immediate disaster relief needs and long-term rebuilding of communities, homes, businesses, and infrastructure.
The bank will establish an advisory board of business and civic leaders to guide fund allocation and develop specific lending programs for recovery efforts. The initiative includes matching employee donations and accepting public contributions through their website at Bancofcal.com/SoCalRelief.
Regarding wildfire impact, the bank reports that while some employees have been displaced and are receiving support, only two branches are temporarily closed. Four commercial and three residential properties in their loan portfolio have been damaged or destroyed, though all have insurance coverage. The bank states no material impact on its loan portfolio has been observed to date.
Banc of California (NYSE: BANC) has scheduled its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 earnings release for Thursday, January 23, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time on the same day to discuss the financial results.
Interested participants can join the conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 with event code 4964279. The company will provide a live audio webcast and slide presentation on its investor relations website. An audio archive will be available within 24 hours after the call conclusion.
Banc of California has renewed its title sponsorship of the SoCal Venture Pipeline for a third consecutive year. The Pipeline, which improves access to institutional capital for Southern California-based founders seeking Seed and Series A funding, has attracted nearly 800 applicants since June 2021. Of the 88 accepted companies, 24 have secured funding totaling $112 million, and three found acquirers. The program serves as the primary sourcing engine for the Alliance's Catalyst Fund, which has invested in four SoCal-based startups. The Pipeline's portfolio reflects regional diversity, with 40% women-led and 60% minority-led companies across various industries including AI, cleantech, and software.