Hanmi Financial Corporation reported strong Q4 2021 results with a net income of $33.3 million, driven by record loan production and improvements in asset quality. The quarter included a recovery of credit loss expense of $16.0 million, reflecting a $9.1 million recovery from a loan charge-off in the previous year, and a $2.7 million benefit from a decrease in the valuation allowance for deferred tax assets.
Net income for the fourth quarter of 2021 was $33.3 million, or $1.09 per diluted share.
A recovery of credit loss expense of $16.0 million was recorded, including a $9.1 million recovery from a loan charge-off.
New loan production reached a record high of $625.1 million.
Deposits grew, driven by increases in money market and savings deposits and noninterest-bearing demand deposits.
Hanmi is focused on executing its strategic plan to drive disciplined growth and deliver attractive returns and long-term value for its shareholders.