Hope Bancorp reported a net income of $51.6 million, or $0.43 per diluted common share, for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2021. Loan originations increased 23% quarter-over-quarter to a record $1.24 billion, contributing to a 4.0% increase in loans receivable. The company's net interest margin expanded by 6 basis points quarter-over-quarter, and the efficiency ratio improved to 50.70%.
Net income totaled $51.6 million, or $0.43 per diluted common share.
Loan originations reached a record $1.24 billion, up 23% quarter-over-quarter.
Loans receivable increased 4.0% quarter-over-quarter, or 15.9% annualized.
Net interest margin increased 6 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 3.13%.
Hope Bancorp is confident in its ability to navigate through a new normal and believes the long-term prospects of its franchise are stronger than ever.
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