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Sep 30, 2020
Banc of California Q3 2020 Earnings Report
Banc of California reported net income available to common stockholders of $12.1 million, or diluted earnings per common share of $0.24 for Q3 2020.
Key Takeaways
Banc of California's Q3 2020 results demonstrated growing earnings momentum driven by strategic restructuring. Key highlights included an increase in noninterest-bearing deposit balances, stable net interest margin, and a decline in the average cost of total deposits. The company also saw a decrease in total deferrals/forbearances and maintained a strong allowance for credit losses.
Noninterest-bearing deposit balances increased by $59.2 million, representing 24% of total deposits.
Total checking balances increased by $257.7 million, accounting for 58% of total deposits.
Net interest margin remained stable at 3.09%.
Average cost of total deposits decreased by 20 basis points to 0.51%, with period-end cost of deposits at 0.39%.
Banc of California
Banc of California
Forward Guidance
Banc of California anticipates continued improvements in financial performance, driven by earning asset growth, net interest margin expansion, and operating leverage. While the pandemic creates near-term uncertainty, the company believes it is well-positioned for long-term earnings and returns for shareholders as the economy strengthens.
Positive Outlook
- Potential for earning asset growth.
- Opportunity to expand net interest margin.
- Realization of additional operating leverage.
- Expected higher level of earnings and returns for shareholders as the economy strengthens.
- Continued execution on strategic initiatives.
Challenges Ahead
- Near-term uncertainty due to the ongoing pandemic.
- Potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economy.
- Uncertainty regarding the timing and amount of a potential government stimulus.
- Unknown impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on certain industry segments.
- Unknown benefit from Federal Reserve and other government actions.