Hope Bancorp delivered strong earnings growth in the third quarter of 2025, driven by robust net interest income growth, positive operating leverage, and lower credit costs. The company reported a net income of $30.8 million, a 28% increase year-over-year, and diluted EPS of $0.24. Key highlights included diversified loan growth, a reduction in the cost of deposits, and improved asset quality.
Net income for Q3 2025 was $30.8 million, a 28% increase compared to Q3 2024.
Diluted EPS for Q3 2025 was $0.24, up from $0.20 in Q3 2024.
Net interest income grew by 8% quarter-over-quarter to $126.6 million, with net interest margin expanding by 20 basis points to 2.89%.
Criticized loans decreased by 10% to $372.9 million, and nonperforming assets remained stable at 0.61% of total assets.
Hope Bancorp is focused on enhancing its deposit mix, reducing its cost of funds, and strengthening loan production capabilities to build on the strong foundation laid in Q3 2025 for future growth and improved financial performance.
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