Baycom Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
BayCom Corp reported a net income of $5.4 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2021. This is consistent with the earnings reported for the third quarter of 2021 and an increase compared to the $4.5 million reported for the fourth quarter of 2020. The company's net interest margin was 3.41% for the quarter, and the return on average assets was 0.92%.
Net income for the fourth quarter of 2021 was $5.4 million, or $0.51 per diluted share.
Net interest income increased by $1.5 million, or 8.2%, compared to the previous quarter.
Noninterest expense decreased by $125,000, or 0.9%, compared to the previous quarter.
Loans, net of deferred fees, totaled $1.7 billion at December 31, 2021.
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Forward Guidance
BayCom Corp looks forward to closing the merger with Pacific Enterprise Bank and believes in focus on growth through strategic acquisitions accompanied by moderate organic growth.
Positive Outlook
- The transaction was approved and adopted by the Board of Directors of each company and has received the requisite shareholder and regulatory approvals.
- The transaction is expected to be completed in the first calendar quarter of 2022, subject to the satisfaction or waiver of certain closing conditions.
- Acquisitions diversify loan portfolio with seasoned loans.
- Acquisitions compliment or expand market areas.
- Retention of local lending personnel and credit administration personnel allow maintenance and development of strong client relationships.
Challenges Ahead
- COVID-19 pandemic on the Company’s credit quality and business operations
- The risks of lending and investing activities, including changes in the level and direction of loan delinquencies and write-offs and changes in estimates of the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses
- The Company's ability to access cost-effective funding
- Fluctuations in real estate values and both residential and commercial real estate market conditions
- Increased competitive pressures