California BanCorp - BCAL STOCK NEWS

Southern California Bancorp (OTC Pink: BCAL) announced the filing of a Registration Statement on Form 10 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, 2023. This filing aims to register its common stock under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, marking a step toward enhanced corporate governance and compliance. Following a prior application on March 2, 2023, to list on the Nasdaq Capital Market, the Company anticipates this move will increase visibility, access to capital markets, and stock liquidity for shareholders. The Company operates as a bank holding entity, managing a range of financial products through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Bank of Southern California. These developments are part of its strategic growth plan.

Southern California Bancorp (OTC Pink: BCAL) has appointed Anne Williams to its Board of Directors and as a director of its subsidiary, Bank of Southern California, N.A., effective February 22, 2023. With over 35 years of experience in commercial banking, especially in credit risk, Williams previously served as Chief Credit Officer and COO at California United Bank. Her appointment is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the bank's relationship-based commercial banking model. Williams continues to hold her role as Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer at Bank of Southern California, which has been functional since November 2020.

Southern California Bancorp (OTC Pink: BCAL) announced record financial results for Q4 and full year 2022, reporting net income of $8.5 million for Q4 and $16.1 million for the year. Q4 earnings per share rose to $0.46, up 21.1%, while full-year EPS hit $0.88, a 22.2% increase. Key metrics include a net interest margin of 4.62%, total assets of $2.28 billion, and total loans reaching $1.91 billion, up 3.11% from the previous quarter. However, total deposits decreased by 4.4% to $1.93 billion. The company attributed its success to improved loan growth and a transformation in its banking model amid a challenging economic environment.

Southern California Bancorp (OTC Pink: BCAL) reported record net income of $6.9 million or $0.38 per diluted share for Q3 2022, up $7.7 million from the previous quarter's loss. Interest income increased by $3.0 million, leading to a net interest margin of 4.32%, compared to 3.87% in Q2 2022. Total assets remained flat at $2.31 billion, while total deposits were $2.02 billion, reflecting a 2.4% increase year-over-year. The company is positioned for growth in the small to mid-sized business sector despite ongoing economic uncertainties.

Southern California Bancorp (OTC Pink: BCAL) announces a comprehensive litigation settlement with PacWest Bancorp and Pacific Western Bank, totaling $6.5 million. The company recorded an after-tax loss contingency of $4.6 million in its Q2 financials. David I. Rainer returns as Chairman and CEO, expressing optimism about the company's future. Rainer praised interim leadership for maintaining operations during his sabbatical. The settlement aims to strengthen the organization, focusing on building a relationship-based business banking franchise in Southern California.

Southern California Bancorp (BCAL) reported a net loss of $736K for Q2 2022, a decline from the previous quarter's profit of $1.4M. The loss included a $4.6M tax-adjusted expense related to an anticipated litigation settlement. Excluding this, adjusted net income was $4.2M. Non-PPP organic loan growth reached $153.1M, up 9.5% from Q1 2022. Total assets increased to $2.32B, with a net interest margin of 3.87%. The bank remains well-capitalized, with a tangible book value per share of $11.59. Despite the loss, the company shows promise through organic growth and improved efficiency metrics.

Southern California Bancorp (OTC Pink: BCAL) announced that its Chairman, President, and CEO, David I. Rainer, has taken a temporary sabbatical effective April 29, 2022. His return is anticipated around early 2023, while Irwin Golds becomes Interim Chairman and Thomas G. Dolan takes Interim CEO duties. Richard Hernandez is appointed President, and Jean Carandang as CFO. The management team expresses confidence in continuing the company's strategic vision for growth despite Rainer's absence.

Southern California Bancorp (BCAL) reported its first quarter 2022 financial results, highlighting a non-PPP loan growth of $165.8 million, or 11.5%, reaching $1.61 billion. Total assets increased to $2.30 billion, while total deposits rose by $39.8 million to $2.01 billion. Net income fell to $1.4 million from $3.4 million in the previous quarter, attributed to decreased PPP income and increased provisions for loan losses. The tangible book value per share is $11.72. The bank maintains a well-capitalized status with a net interest margin of 3.40%. Nonperforming assets rose to 0.09% of total assets.

Southern California Bancorp (OTC Pink: BCAL) will have its executive team participating in the Piper Sandler Western Financial Services Conference on March 8, 2022, in San Diego, California. Key executives attending include David Rainer, Chairman and CEO; Thomas Dolan, CFO; and Richard Hernandez, Chief Banking Officer. The corporate investor presentation will be accessible on their website. Southern California Bancorp, established in 2001, offers a range of financial products through its branches across several counties.