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Dec 31, 2021
Banc of California Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Banc of California's financial performance was reported for Q4 2021, including net income and key metrics.
Key Takeaways
Banc of California reported a net income of $5.8 million for the fourth quarter of 2021, with earnings per diluted common share at $0.07. The quarter's results were impacted by merger costs and provision for credit losses related to the Pacific Mercantile Bancorp acquisition. The bank completed the acquisition and system conversion during the quarter, which contributed to an increase in total assets and deposits.
Completed the acquisition of Pacific Mercantile Bancorp on October 18, 2021, adding $1.54 billion in total assets.
Return on average assets was 0.24%.
Net interest margin was 3.28%, consistent with the prior quarter.
Noninterest-bearing deposit balances represented 37% of total deposits as of December 31, 2021.
Banc of California
Banc of California
Forward Guidance
Banc of California anticipates continued growth in revenue, earnings per share, and franchise value, driven by business development, the Pacific Mercantile acquisition, and asset sensitivity.
Positive Outlook
- Good loan demand and high quality lending opportunities are expected to persist.
- The deposit gathering engine is expected to continue funding loans with low-cost core deposits.
- Continued momentum in business development is anticipated.
- The Pacific Mercantile acquisition is expected to have a positive impact.
- An increasing level of asset sensitivity is expected to contribute to growth.