PCB Bancorp is Eligible to Participate in the Emergency Capital Investment Program

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On December 14, 2021, the U.S. Department of Treasury informed PCB Bancorp that it is eligible for a capital investment up to $69,141,000 through the Emergency Capital Investment Program (ECIP). This investment aims to support community financial institutions, particularly those serving low- and moderate-income areas. PCB Bancorp has yet to decide on accepting this investment, which would require compliance with certain Treasury conditions and restrictions.

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- On December 14, 2021, the U.S. Department of Treasury (the “Treasury”) informed PCB Bancorp, a California corporation (the “Company”), the holding company of Pacific City Bank (the “Bank”), that the Treasury has reviewed the Company’s application to receive a capital investment from the Treasury under the Emergency Capital Investment Program (“ECIP”), and that the Company would be eligible to receive an ECIP investment in an amount up to $69,141,000 in the form of in non-dilutive Tier 1 senior perpetual preferred capital. The Company has not yet determined whether it will accept the offer to receive the ECIP investment.

If the Company moves forward with pursuing the ECIP investment from the Treasury, the Company would be required to fulfill certain conditions established by the Treasury and would be subject to certain restrictions following its acceptance of the investment.

Established by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, the ECIP was created to encourage low- and moderate-income community financial institutions and minority depository institutions such as the Bank to augment their efforts to support small businesses and consumers in their communities.

About PCB Bancorp

PCB Bancorp, formerly known as Pacific City Financial Corporation, is the bank holding company for Pacific City Bank, a California state chartered bank, offering a full suite of commercial banking services to small to medium-sized businesses, individuals and professionals, primarily in Southern California, and predominantly in Korean-American and other minority communities.

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Timothy Chang

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

213-210-2000

Source: PCB Bancorp

FAQ

What is the significance of PCB Bancorp's eligibility for the ECIP?

PCB Bancorp's eligibility for the ECIP signifies its potential to receive up to $69,141,000 in non-dilutive capital, which aims to bolster its support for small businesses and underserved communities.

When was PCB Bancorp informed about the ECIP investment?

PCB Bancorp was informed about the ECIP investment eligibility on December 14, 2021.

What are the requirements for PCB Bancorp if it accepts the ECIP investment?

If PCB Bancorp accepts the ECIP investment, it will have to meet specific conditions set by the Treasury and adhere to certain restrictions afterward.

How does the ECIP benefit the community served by PCB Bancorp?

The ECIP is designed to enhance the capacity of financial institutions like PCB Bancorp to support low- and moderate-income communities by providing essential financial services.

What is the amount PCB Bancorp could potentially receive from the Treasury?

PCB Bancorp could potentially receive an investment of up to $69,141,000 from the U.S. Treasury under the ECIP.