Hope Bancorp delivered solid earnings growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, with net income up 12% quarter-over-quarter, driven by growth in net interest income, strength in customer fee revenue, and lower provisions for credit losses. For the full year, the company significantly lowered its cost of deposits, reduced reliance on brokered deposits, and strengthened asset quality.
Net income for Q4 2025 was $34.5 million, a 12% increase quarter-over-quarter and a 42% increase year-over-year.
Diluted EPS for Q4 2025 was $0.27, up from $0.24 in Q3 2025 and $0.20 in Q4 2024.
Total assets reached $18.53 billion at December 31, 2025, showing a slight increase from the previous quarter and a 9% increase year-over-year.
Criticized loans decreased by 6% quarter-over-quarter to $351.1 million, reflecting sustained improvement in credit risk management.
The company is well-positioned to build on its momentum in 2026 and beyond, continuing to enhance financial performance and earnings growth.
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