loanDepot, Inc. - LDI STOCK NEWS

loanDepot has renewed its "Runs Scored" program with the Miami Marlins Foundation, pledging $50 for each Marlins run scored at loanDepot park, with a special bonus of $1,000 for the Home Opener on April 14. Following a successful inaugural season that raised over $16,300 in 2021, the program aims to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, funding youth baseball teams. The initiative could raise more than $25,000 this season. loanDepot, the official mortgage provider of MLB, emphasizes community support through various philanthropic efforts.

loanDepot, the second-largest nonbank retail lender in the U.S., announced a donation of $29,500 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America following MLB's season openers. This donation is part of their "Home Means Everything" RBI campaign, where they pledge $25 for each run batted in during the regular season, with an elevated amount of $250 for the first two days of play. The company aims to raise over $650,000 this season alone. This partnership reflects loanDepot's commitment to community support through initiatives benefiting youth across America.

loanDepot, Inc. (NYSE: LDI) has declared a regular cash dividend of $0.08 per share on its Class A and Class D common stock. This dividend is set to be paid on April 18, 2022, to stockholders of record by close of business on April 4, 2022. The board of directors at LD Holdings Group LLC has also authorized a simultaneous cash distribution on its units. loanDepot, as the nation's second-largest non-bank retail mortgage lender, continues to facilitate homeownership through innovative digital lending solutions.

loanDepot has launched a new operating unit named mello, led by Zeenat Sidi as President and COO. This unit aims to enhance loanDepot's mortgage and servicing platform, capitalizing on its significant market position as the second-largest non-bank retail lender. mello will leverage proprietary assets and develop digital-first lending products, targeting a market with record home equity levels of $25 trillion. The initiative aims to create a comprehensive suite of financial solutions for customers, streamlining their homeownership journey.

loanDepot has promoted Min Kim to EVP, Marketing and Analytics. Kim, a 10-year veteran, will lead marketing analytics and performance marketing to optimize the company's marketing funnel. His leadership has been crucial in enhancing the company's direct lending marketing initiatives. Under his guidance, loanDepot, now the No. 2 nonbank retail mortgage lender, aims to innovate and provide excellent service. Kim's previous roles include building risk reporting infrastructure and advancing marketing analytics. This strategic move is expected to drive profitability and actionable insights across lending channels.

loanDepot's CEO Anthony Hsieh has invested $16.2 million to buy 3.2 million shares of the company since November 2021, including $6.2 million on the open market in February 2022. Hsieh's purchases exceed the shares he sold during the IPO on February 11, 2021. He believes the company's valuation does not reflect its growth potential, citing strong assets and a diverse loan origination strategy. Hsieh emphasized loanDepot's commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and market share growth.

loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) reported its year-end and fourth quarter results for 2021, revealing a 24% drop in total revenue to $705 million from Q3 2021, driven by decreasing rate lock volumes and loan origination. The company’s net income plummeted to $14.7 million, compared to $154.3 million in the previous quarter. Despite challenging market conditions, loanDepot aims to leverage its technology and diverse origination strategy to capture market share. The servicing portfolio reached a record $162.1 billion, enhancing operational efficiency.