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Hope Bancorp (NASDAQ: HOPE) investors approve directors, auditor and 2025 pay

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Hope Bancorp, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders held virtually on May 21, 2026. Of 127,946,655 common shares outstanding as of the record date, 113,267,099 shares were represented and voted, a turnout of 88.53%.

All director nominees were elected with support generally in the mid‑90 million vote range and broker non-votes of 6,496,057 for each. Stockholders also ratified Crowe LLP as independent registered public accounting firm, with 109,712,291 shares voting for, and approved on an advisory basis 2025 compensation for Named Executive Officers, with 95,925,166 shares voting for.

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Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders Governance
Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.
Shares outstanding 127,946,655 shares Common stock outstanding as of March 23, 2026 record date
Shares represented 113,267,099 shares Shares represented and voted at the 2026 annual meeting; 88.53% turnout
Auditor ratification support 109,712,291 shares for Ratification of Crowe LLP as independent registered public accounting firm
Auditor proposal approval rate Approximately 97% Percent of shares represented and voting that supported auditor ratification
Say-on-pay support 95,925,166 shares for Advisory vote on 2025 compensation for Named Executive Officers
Say-on-pay approval rate Approximately 90% Percent of shares represented and voting that supported executive compensation
Example director vote 97,336,914 for / 9,333,443 against Votes for director nominee Rachel H. Lee; 6,496,057 broker non-votes
broker non-votes financial
"Votes Cast For | Votes Cast Against | Abstain | Broker Non-Votes"
Broker non-votes occur when a brokerage firm is unable to vote on a shareholder’s behalf during a company election or decision because the shareholder has not given specific voting instructions, and the broker is not allowed or chooses not to vote on certain matters. They are important because they can affect the outcome of votes, especially when the results are close, by effectively reducing the total number of votes cast.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"ratification of the appointment of Crowe LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm"
An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.
advisory vote financial
"3.advisory vote to approve the 2025 compensation paid to the Company’s “Named Executive Officers”"
An advisory vote is a shareholder poll that expresses investors’ approval or concern about a company’s policy, executive pay, board decisions or other governance matters but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals investor sentiment and can pressure management to change course, so investors watch the result as a guide to future governance, risk and potential shifts in strategy.
Named Executive Officers financial
"2025 compensation paid to the Company’s “Named Executive Officers” as described in the Company’s proxy statement"
Named executive officers are the senior company leaders whose names, roles and compensation are singled out in required regulatory filings; this typically includes the chief executive, chief financial officer and the next highest‑paid senior officers. Investors treat this list like a team roster — it shows who makes key decisions, how they are paid and whether incentives align with shareholder interests, so changes or pay patterns can signal governance quality, risk or strategic shifts.
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

May 21, 2026
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

HOPE BANCORP, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware000-5024595-4849715
(State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

3200 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1400
Los Angeles, California 90010
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(213) 639-1700
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)


Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Common Stock,par value $0.001 per shareHOPENASDAQ Global Select Market
(Title of class)(Trading Symbol)(Name of exchange on which registered)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company ☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐



Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
The 2026 annual meeting of stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) was held on May 21, 2026, solely online via a live webcast in a virtual meeting format. At the Annual Meeting, the stockholders voted on the following proposals:
1.election of directors;
2.ratification of the appointment of Crowe LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026; and
3.advisory vote to approve the 2025 compensation paid to the Company’s “Named Executive Officers” as described in the Company’s proxy statement, dated April 10, 2026 (the “Proxy Statement”).
As of March 23, 2026, the record date for the Annual Meeting, there were 127,946,655 shares of the Company’s common stock outstanding. A total of 113,267,099 shares of the Company’s common stock were represented and voted at the Annual Meeting constituting 88.53% of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting.

The final results of the stockholder votes were as follows:

1. Election of directors of the Company:

Votes Cast ForVotes Cast AgainstAbstainBroker Non-Votes
Kevin S. Kim96,785,6549,944,58240,8066,496,057
Dale S. Zuehls89,757,18616,922,31391,5436,496,057
Donald D. Byun90,742,01015,213,168815,8646,496,057
Jinho Doo90,019,89616,665,50485,6426,496,057
Daisy Y. Ha97,000,1359,688,57882,3296,496,057
Joon Kyung Kim90,467,84615,487,328815,8686,496,057
Rachel H. Lee97,336,9149,333,443100,6856,496,057
Takaaki Nakajima97,456,8109,211,340102,8926,496,057
Guido F. Sacchi97,501,5839,175,30594,1546,496,057

Each of the nominees listed above was elected to serve as members of the Board until the Company’s next annual meeting of stockholders and until their successors are duly elected and qualified.
2. Ratification of the appointment of Crowe LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026.
Total Shares
For:109,712,291
Against:3,522,166
Abstain:32,642
Broker Non-Votes:—

This proposal was approved by the stockholders with the number of shares voting “for” constituting approximately 97% of the total number of shares represented and voting on the matter at the Annual Meeting.

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3. Advisory vote to approve the 2025 compensation paid to the Company’s “Named Executive Officers” as described in the Proxy Statement.
Total Shares
For:95,925,166
Against:10,788,481
Abstain:57,394
Broker Non-Votes:6,496,057

This advisory proposal was approved by the stockholders with the number of shares voting “for” constituting approximately 90% of the total number of shares represented and voting on the matter at the Annual Meeting.

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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.


HOPE BANCORP, INC.
Date: May 22, 2026By:/s/ Kevin S. Kim
Kevin S. Kim
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer



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FAQ

What did Hope Bancorp (HOPE) stockholders vote on at the 2026 annual meeting?

Stockholders voted on three items: electing directors, ratifying Crowe LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, and an advisory vote approving 2025 compensation for Named Executive Officers as described in the April 10, 2026 proxy statement.

How many Hope Bancorp (HOPE) shares were represented at the 2026 annual meeting?

A total of 113,267,099 common shares were represented and voted at the meeting. This represented 88.53% of the 127,946,655 shares of common stock outstanding as of March 23, 2026, the record date for the annual meeting.

Were Hope Bancorp’s director nominees approved at the 2026 annual meeting?

Yes. All listed nominees, including Kevin S. Kim, Rachel H. Lee, and others, were elected to the Board. Each received tens of millions of votes cast for, with broker non-votes of 6,496,057 shares reported for each director election line.

Did Hope Bancorp (HOPE) stockholders ratify Crowe LLP as auditor for 2026?

Yes. The proposal to ratify Crowe LLP as independent registered public accounting firm received 109,712,291 votes for, 3,522,166 against, and 32,642 abstentions. The for votes constituted approximately 97% of shares represented and voting on this matter.

How did Hope Bancorp investors vote on executive compensation for 2025?

Stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the 2025 compensation of Named Executive Officers. The vote totaled 95,925,166 shares for, 10,788,481 against, and 57,394 abstentions, with 6,496,057 broker non-votes. The for votes represented about 90% of shares voting on that proposal.

What was the record date for Hope Bancorp’s 2026 annual stockholder meeting?

The record date was March 23, 2026. On that date, Hope Bancorp had 127,946,655 shares of common stock outstanding, and holders of those shares as of the record date were entitled to vote at the 2026 annual meeting.

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