Hope Bancorp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) reported Q2 2022 net income of $52.1 million or $0.43 per diluted share, down from $60.7 million in Q1 2022. Loan originations reached a record $1.29 billion, up 25% quarter-over-quarter, marking the fourth consecutive quarter above $1 billion. Net interest income increased by 6% to $141.5 million, with a net interest margin of 3.36%. Notably, noninterest income dipped 3% to $12.7 million. The company maintained a solid capital position, exceeding regulatory requirements, and plans to continue growing despite economic challenges.

Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) will report its 2022 Q2 financial results after market close on July 19, 2022. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for July 20, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. PT. Hope Bancorp, headquartered in Los Angeles, operates as a super regional Korean American bank with total assets of $17.80 billion as of March 31, 2022. The bank serves a diverse clientele across 54 branches in several states.

Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) announced that CFO Alex Ko and COO Peter Koh will participate in the D.A. Davidson & Co. 24th Annual Financial Institutions Conference in Colorado Springs, Colorado, from May 4-6, 2022.

An investor presentation will be available in the Investor Relations section of their website on May 4, 2022. Hope Bancorp operates the Bank of Hope, a super regional Korean American bank with total assets of $17.80 billion as of March 31, 2022, and provides banking services across several states.

Hope Bancorp (NASDAQ: HOPE) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share, payable on May 12, 2022, to stockholders of record by April 28, 2022. The announcement indicates a consistent approach to shareholder returns and reflects the company's commitment to providing income for investors. Additionally, an investor conference call will be held on April 19, 2022, to discuss financial results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2022.

Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) reported a strong Q1 2022, with net income rising 18% to $60.7 million, or $0.50 per diluted share, a 39% increase year-over-year. The company recorded a record $1.03 billion in loan originations, representing a 21% increase from Q1 2021. Criticized loans fell significantly, leading to an $11.0 million negative provision for credit losses. Additionally, the net interest margin expanded to 3.21%. The efficiency ratio improved to 51.50%, indicating effective management of noninterest expenses.

Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) will report its financial results for Q1 2022 after market close on April 18, 2022. A conference call will follow on April 19, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. PT. Investors can access the call via phone or a live webcast on the company's website. Hope Bancorp, a leading Korean American bank in the U.S. with $17.89 billion in total assets as of December 31, 2021, provides essential banking services across multiple states.

Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) announced that its Chairman and CEO, Kevin S. Kim, along with CFO Alex Ko, will participate in the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods 2022 Winter Financial Services Symposium in Boca Raton, Florida, from February 17-18, 2022. An investor presentation for the event will be available on their Investor Relations website on the same date. Hope Bancorp operates as the holding company for Bank of Hope, the only super regional Korean American bank in the U.S. with $17.89 billion in assets as of December 31, 2021.

Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) has initiated a new stock repurchase program, allowing the company to buy back up to $50 million of its common stock. This decision reflects the board's confidence in the company's long-term prospects, supported by strong financial performance in Q4 2021. The repurchase program has no expiration date and can be modified at the company's discretion. Repurchases may occur through various means depending on market conditions. An investor conference call detailing Q4 results is scheduled for January 25, 2022.