Broadway Financial Corp/Del - BYFC STOCK NEWS

Broadway Financial Corporation (BYFC) reported a consolidated net loss of $3.5 million, or ($0.13) per share, for Q1 2021, contrasting with a minor loss of $33,000 in Q1 2020. The loss primarily stemmed from $5.4 million in merger-related expenses due to the recent merger with CFBanc Corporation on April 1, 2021. The merger led to a capital raise of $32.9 million through private placements, enhancing equity capitalization. Net interest income slightly declined to $2.8 million, reflecting decreased interest from loans and securities, although deposit interest expenses also fell sharply.

Broadway Financial Corporation (Nasdaq-CM: BYFC) announced the successful closure of its private placement, raising $32.88 million by issuing 18,474,000 shares of common stock. The funds will support loans for multifamily affordable housing and small businesses in low-to-moderate income areas, particularly in Southern California and the DC region. This influx will increase Broadway's total equity by 30%, enabling potential investments to rise up to eight times over time, according to President/CEO Brian E. Argrett.

Broadway Financial Corporation (Nasdaq-CM: BYFC) and CFBanc Corporation have successfully merged, creating CityFirstBroadway, the largest Black-led Minority Depository Institution in the U.S. with over $1 billion in assets. The merger, finalized today, enhances their commitment to financial underserved urban areas by providing comprehensive loan products aimed at affordable housing and small businesses. The merger's structure allows Broadway's shareholders to own approximately 52.5% and CFB's shareholders 47.5% of the combined entity, enhancing capital supporting community initiatives.

Broadway Financial Corporation (BYFC) and CFBanc Corporation (City First) have secured stockholder approval for their merger, with over 99% of shares voted in favor. Broadway's stockholders approved a series of proposals, including the conversion to a public benefit corporation and an increase in authorized shares. The merger is set to close on April 1, 2021, following all necessary regulatory approvals. The combined entity aims to enhance commercial lending capacity for multifamily affordable housing and small businesses in underserved urban areas.

Broadway Financial Corporation (BYFC) reported a net loss of $581,000, or ($0.02) per share, for Q4 2020, compared to a net loss of $69,000 in Q4 2019. The loss was attributed to costs from a pending merger with CFBanc Corporation, including $580,000 in bonuses and $241,000 in professional fees. Despite this, net interest income rose by $363,000. For the full year, BYFC had a net loss of $642,000, impacted by $1.2 million in merger-related expenses. However, total assets grew by 9.8%, and the company is optimistic about the merger's completion in Q2 2021, which will create a significant minority depository institution.

JPMorgan Chase has unveiled initiatives to bolster Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) and diverse-led Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) as part of its $30 billion racial equity commitment. Key actions include the launch of the Empowering Change program, which offers a new money market share class for MDIs and CDFIs, and a $40 million equity investment targeting Black and Latinx-led MDIs. Additionally, the firm announced a Racial Equity Program providing New Markets Tax Credit financing for significant community projects. These measures aim to enhance access to capital and improve economic opportunities within underserved communities.

Broadway Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: BYFC) has executed additional stock purchase agreements to raise $20.2 million, complementing previous agreements for total commitments of 18.474 million shares at $1.78 each, culminating in $32.88 million. New investors include Ally Financial and J.P. Morgan Chase. The closings depend on stockholder approvals linked to a merger with CFBanc Corporation, scheduled for March 17, 2021. Proceeds will bolster economic equity in low-income communities through enhanced commercial lending.

Broadway Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: BYFC) and CFBanc Corporation (City First) announced regulatory approvals for their merger. The merger will create the largest African American-led Minority Depository Institution, with over $1 billion in combined assets. City First will merge into Broadway, followed by the merger of their bank subsidiaries. City First's nonprofit arm will acquire approximately 18.85% of Broadway. Completion is expected in the first half of 2021, pending stockholder approval. Broadway’s stockholders will own approximately 52.5% of the combined entity.

Broadway Financial Corporation (BYFC) reported a net loss of $244,000, or ($0.01) per diluted share, for Q3 2020, slightly better than a loss of $279,000 in Q3 2019. Net interest income rose by $1 million due to loan portfolio growth, but was offset by a $588,000 increase in non-interest expenses, mainly from merger-related costs. For the nine months ended September 30, 2020, the company posted a net loss of $61,000, a decrease from $137,000 in the same period of 2019. The merger with CFBanc Corporation is anticipated to create the largest Black-led Minority Depository Institution with pro forma assets of around $900 million.