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Malaga Financial Corporation (MLGF) is the parent company of Malaga Bank, a full-service community bank headquartered on the Palos Verdes Peninsula in the South Bay area of Los Angeles. This news page collects the company’s public announcements, with a focus on earnings, dividends and key developments affecting Malaga Bank and its shareholders.
Company news frequently covers earnings reports for quarterly and year-to-date periods. These releases discuss net income, net interest income, interest rate spreads, operating expenses, allowance for credit losses or loan losses, and asset quality indicators such as delinquent loans and foreclosed real estate owned. Management commentary often addresses what it describes as a challenging or uncertain operating environment, while highlighting credit quality, capital levels and expense control.
Another recurring theme in Malaga Financial Corporation’s news is its dividend activity. The company regularly announces quarterly cash dividends, noting long streaks of consecutive quarterly cash dividends, and has also declared special year-end stock dividends of 5% in addition to the cash dividend. These announcements typically describe the dividend amounts, record dates and payment dates, along with management remarks about rewarding shareholders.
News items also provide insight into funding and balance sheet trends, including the mix of retail deposits, wholesale deposits and Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings, as well as changes in total assets and the loan portfolio. Readers who follow MLGF news can see how the company reports on its community banking operations, capital position, regulatory status as a well-capitalized institution, and recognition from Bauer Financial Inc. for its Top 5-Star rating over many consecutive quarters. Investors and observers can use this page to review the company’s own descriptions of its performance and strategic responses to economic conditions.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) has declared a cash dividend of 25 cents per share for shareholders of record on June 17, 2022, to be paid on or about July 1, 2022. This dividend represents a 4.26% annualized yield based on a recent closing price of $23.50. Chairman and CEO Randy C. Bowers stated that solid earnings and strong capital levels enable the company to continue rewarding shareholders. Malaga Bank, a subsidiary, has been recognized as one of the Top 200 Healthiest Banks in the U.S., reinforcing its reliable banking services.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) reported a net income of $4.8 million for Q1 2022, reflecting a 2% increase from Q1 2021. Earnings per share rose to $0.59. The bank’s total assets grew 12% to $1.496 billion, with a 2% increase in the loan portfolio. Net interest income increased by 3% to $9.9 million, despite a decline in interest rate spread. Operating expenses rose 8% to $3.4 million. The company maintains a well-capitalized status, with core capital ratios significantly above required thresholds.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) announced a cash dividend of 25 cents per share, payable on or about April 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on March 25, 2022. This dividend reflects a 4.00% annualized yield based on the recent closing price of $25.00. CEO Randy C. Bowers expressed satisfaction with the company’s strong operating results, which enabled the dividend declaration. Additionally, Malaga Bank, a subsidiary, maintains an A+ financial health rating and has received a 5-Star rating from Bauer Financial for over 14 years.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink: MLGF) reported a net income of $19.6 million for 2021, a 7% increase from the previous year, translating to $2.42 earnings per share. For Q4 2021, net income rose 5% to $4.96 million or $0.61 per share. Total assets increased to $1.474 billion, and the loan portfolio grew by 4% to $1.246 billion. Net interest income also rose by 5% to $39.55 million. The company maintained strong credit quality with no delinquent loans, showcasing robust financial health.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink: MLGF) declared a 5% special stock dividend on its common stock, payable on or about December 30, 2021, to shareholders of record by December 17, 2021. Additionally, a quarterly cash dividend of 25 cents was announced, to be paid on or about January 4, 2022. Collectively, these dividends will result in a total cash dividend of $1.00 per share for 2021, representing a 3.92% annual yield based on the closing share price of $25.50 on October 22, 2021. This marks the 10th consecutive year of special dividend declarations.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) reported net income of $14.6 million for the first nine months of 2021, reflecting an 8% increase year-over-year. The third quarter's net income reached $5.0 million, a 5% rise from Q3 2020. The company reported an annualized return on average equity of 12.09% and average assets of 1.43%. Total assets grew by 11% to $1.43 billion, while the loan portfolio increased by 5% to $1.25 billion. Retail deposits rose by $107 million, contributing to regulatory capital compliance status as 'well-capitalized'.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) has declared a cash dividend of 25 cents per share for shareholders of record by September 24, 2021. The dividend payment is anticipated on or around October 1, 2021, yielding an annualized rate of 4.02% based on the closing price of $24.87. Chairman, President, and CEO Randy C. Bowers noted the company's strong earnings and capital position as key factors enabling this shareholder reward. Additionally, Malaga Bank maintains an A+ financial health rating, showcasing its stability in the banking sector.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) reported increased net income for the six months ending June 30, 2021, totaling $9,622,000 ($1.25 EPS), which is a 9% rise from the same period in 2020. For Q2 2021, net income was $4,906,000 ($0.64 EPS), up 6% year-over-year. Key factors for income growth included a $424,000 rise in net interest income and a 22% increase in other operating income. Total assets rose 6% to $1.393 billion. The bank maintained excellent asset quality and compliance with capital requirements, with core capital ratios at 12.67%.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) declared a cash dividend of 25 cents per share for shareholders of record on June 18, 2021, to be paid on or about July 1, 2021. This dividend represents a 4.10% annualized yield based on the last closing price of $24.40. CEO Randy C. Bowers highlighted the bank's solid earnings and strong capital position, noting their commitment to rewarding shareholders. Additionally, Malaga Bank was recognized as one of the Top 200 Healthiest Banks in the U.S. by DepositAccounts.com.
Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCPink:MLGF) reported a net income of $4,716,000 for Q1 2021, a 13% increase compared to $4,184,000 in Q1 2020. The company achieved an annualized return on equity of 11.90% and return on assets of 1.43%. Total assets rose by 6% to $1.332 billion. Net interest income increased by 9% to $9,604,000, while operating expenses rose by 3% to $3,132,000. The bank remains well-capitalized, with core capital and risk-based capital ratios at 12.85% and 22.43%, respectively. Notably, the bank had no delinquent loans.