Continued Record High Growth Reported from PBB Bancorp for Third Quarter 2017

LOS ANGELES--()--PBB Bancorp (“PBCA”) (OTCQX: PBCA), the parent company of Premier Business Bank (“Premier”), announced continued record growth for the third quarter of 2017. Premier reported a 21% increase in assets over the previous years’ same quarter. The Consolidated Financial Statement as of September 30, 2017 reflected exceptional results. Total assets of $586.8 million; net loans of $477.9 million; total deposits of $457.8 million; and total equity of $49.7 million.

Total Assets of $586.8 million is a record high and reflects growth of $102.3 million, or 21%, as compared to the same period ending last year. Net Loans of $477.9 million is a record high and grew $94.9 million, or 25%, as compared to the same period as last year. Total deposits as of September 30, 2017 were $457.8 million, another record high, reflecting an increase of $88.0 million, or 24%, as compared to the same period ending last year.

Net income from operations for the 9 month period ended September 30, 2017 was $3,828,400, or $0.77 per share, compared to $3,035,000, or $0.61 per share, in the previous year. The reported net income for the 9 month period ended September 30, 2016 also included a one-time after-tax net gain of $1.8 million, less $325,000 in after-tax non-interest expenses associated with the merger of First Mountain Bank in January 2016. The total reported earnings per share was $4,510,100, or $0.91 per share for the 9 month period ended September 30, 2016. Strong net income for the 3 month period ended September 30, 2017 was $1,188,000, or $0.24 per share, compared to $1,160,000, or $0.23 per share, compared to the same 3 month period last year.

Today, top line revenue or net interest income for the 9 months ended September 30, 2017 reflects $17.9 million, an increase of $3.8 million, or 27%, compared to the same period last year. This was primarily due to the loan portfolio growth of $94.9 million, or 25%, compared to the same period ended last year. Non-interest expenses for the 9 months ended September 30, 2017 increased by $1.2 million as the bank passed the $500 million mark we invested in broadening our infrastructure to support the future growth of the Bank. This increase was a result of network system upgrades, expanding operations to meet growth demands, strategic core deposit branch expansion, and increased marketing efforts in its target markets.

“I am extremely pleased to report continued solid performance in earnings, growth, and expansion for the third quarter of 2017. With such a solid positive performances over the last 25 consecutive quarters, we are able to invest in advancements in productivity, and to enhance the customer experience through new or improved digital banking solutions and services. Increasing total assets and loan production, as well as investing in future growth opportunities has been an important part of our strategic goals this year,” stated President and Chief Executive Officer, John R. Polen.

HIGHLIGHTS for the 3rdd Quarter ended September 30, 2017

  • Net Interest Income before provisions increased $754,400, or 16%, for the 3 months ended September 30, 2017 as compared to the same period last year. Additionally, net interest income before provisions increased $3.1 million, or 25%, for the 9 months ended September 30, 2017 as compared to the same period last year.
  • Net Income increased $27,800, or 30%, for the 3 months ended September 30, 2017 as compared to the same period last year. Additionally, net income, adjusted for the one-time item related to the merger in 2016, increased $793,400, or 26%, for the 9 months ended September 30, 2017 as compared to the same period last year.
  • Total Assets were at another record high of $586.8 million reflecting an increase of $102.3 million, or 21%, as compared to the prior year.
  • Net Loans continue to increase to a record high of $477.9 million increasing $94.9 million, or 25%, as compared to the prior year.
  • Total Deposits reached a record high of $457.8 million increasing $88.0 million, or 24%, when compared to the prior year.

ABOUT PBB BANCORP AND PREMIER BUSINESS BANK

PBB Bancorp is the parent company of Premier Business Bank and its full service community bank divisions, Premier Bank of Palos Verdes and First Mountain Bank. Premier Business Bank is headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, California, and has three additional locations in Los Angeles County; two community-based full service retail branches in Rolling Hills Estates and Palos Verdes Estates, and an SBA loan center in Torrance. Our First Mountain Bank division has three full service retail branches located in San Bernardino County, California. Branches are located in Big Bear Lake, Running Springs and Lucerne Valley. FMB has received approval to open a new full service branch office in Lake Arrowhead, in a move to broaden its footprint in the San Bernardino Mountain community.

Premier Business Bank, Premier Bank of Palos Verdes, and First Mountain Bank have a client-centric service philosophy that focuses on client relationships with individuals, small to medium size businesses, real estate investors, professional management firms, and entrepreneurs. PBB Bancorp currently trades on OTCQX under the symbol “PBCA.” For more information, please visit us at: ibankpremier.com or firstmountainbank.com

FORWARD LOOKING INFORMATION:

This financial information in this release is based on unaudited financial results. Certain statements contain "forward-looking" statements (as such term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) such as statements about certain plans, expectations and projections which are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties may include but are not necessarily limited to fluctuations in interest rates, inflation, government regulations and general economic conditions, including the real estate market in California, the adequacy of the Bank’s allowance for loan losses, and other factors beyond the Bank’s control. Such risks and uncertainties could cause results for subsequent interim periods or for entire years to differ materially from those indicated. Readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which reflect management’s view only as the date hereof. The Bank undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

 
PBB BANCORP
Consolidated Statement of Condition
Prior Year Comparison
(unaudited)
   
 
For the Period Ended September 30,
2017   2016
Assets
 
Cash and due from banks $ 83,237,989 $ 72,827,801
Federal funds sold - -
Investment securities 10,141,551 12,063,578
Investment in subsidiary - -
 
Loans and leases held for sale - 2,955,165
 
Loans and leases 480,000,456 384,849,563
Non accrual loans 891,574 1,079,814
Deferred loan costs / (fees) (98,327 ) (582,201 )
Allowance for loan losses   (2,921,107 )     (2,333,953 )
Net loans and leases 477,872,596 383,013,224
 
Fixed assets, net 3,685,814 3,061,908
Accrued interest receivable 1,186,994 990,313
Bank owned life insurance 4,040,914 3,932,596
Other assets   6,595,299       5,628,449  
Total assets $ 586,761,157     $ 484,473,035  
 
Liabilities
 
Deposits:
Demand deposits $ 117,840,447 $ 105,690,240
Interest bearing demand deposits 41,233,523 53,190,869
Money market accounts 121,945,123 59,581,877
Savings accounts 24,970,013 24,943,663
Certificates of deposit   151,843,651       126,392,178  
Total deposits 457,832,757 369,798,826
 
Federal funds purchased - -
Overnight borrowings - FHLB 20,000,000 15,000,000
FHLB term borrowings 55,000,000 51,000,000
Accrued interest payable 188,697 72,786
Other liabilities   4,074,315       4,010,035  
Total liabilities   537,095,769       439,881,647  
 
Stockholders' equity
 
Common stock; issued and outstanding 38,364,550 38,364,550
4,967,458 shares at 09/30/17 and 4,967,458 shares at 08/31/16
Add'l paid-in-capital - stock based comp. 4,367,106 4,228,632
Retained earnings - preopening expenses (863,858 ) (863,858 )
Retained earnings 3,961,011 (1,744,367 )
Cash dividend - -
Current year net income (loss) 3,828,380 4,510,091
Unrealized gain (loss) on securities AFS   8,199       96,340  
Total stockholders' equity   49,665,388       44,591,388  
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 586,761,157     $ 484,473,035  
 
 
PBB BANCORP
Consolidated Statement of Operations
Prior Year Quarterly Comparison
(unaudited)
   
For the 3 Months Ended
9/30/17   9/30/16
Interest income:
Loans and leases, including fees $ 5,961,355 $ 5,000,412
Investment securities 48,571 71,225
Federal funds sold - -
Interest Income-FRB 138,602 46,944
Interest Income-Other   52,946     57,821
Total interest income 6,201,475 5,176,403
 
Interest expense:
Interest bearing demand deposits 10,124 12,447
Money market accounts 244,208 52,116
Savings accounts 8,189 7,500
Retail certificates of deposit 152,713 145,166
Qwickrate and brokered certificates of deposit 221,196 156,273
FHLB overnight borrowings and federal funds purchased 2,278 17,471
FHLB term borrowings 171,148 148,195
Other borrowings   25,556     25,556
Total interest expense 835,412 564,723
 
Net int. income before prov. for loan losses 5,366,063 4,611,680
 
Provision for loan losses 255,000 135,000
 
Net int. income after prov. for loan losses 5,111,063 4,476,680
 
Noninterest income:
Fees and service charges on dep. accts. 46,021 29,343
Analysis charges 22,023 20,391
Gain (loss) on sale of SBA loans 317,911 -
Other income   239,281     335,131
Total noninterest income 625,236 384,866
 
Noninterest expense:
Salaries and benefits 2,160,847 1,738,528
Occupancy expense 250,447 231,094
Furniture, fixtures and equipment 136,530 85,467
Other expenses   1,152,631     918,296
Total noninterest expense 3,700,455 2,973,385
 
Income before tax provision   2,035,845     1,888,160
 
Provision for income taxes   847,873     727,990
Net income (loss) $ 1,187,972   $ 1,160,170
 
 
PBB BANCORP
Consolidated Statement of Operations
Prior Year to Date Comparison
(unaudited)
   
For the 9 Months Ended
9/30/17 9/30/16
Interest income:
Loans and leases, including fees $ 17,248,812 $ 13,647,696
Investment securities 149,311 194,050
Federal funds sold - 0
Interest Income-FRB 333,353 121,727
Interest Income-Other   166,299     161,230
Total interest income 17,897,775 14,124,704
 
Interest expense:
Interest bearing demand deposits 32,494 35,964
Money market accounts 671,552 142,892
Savings accounts 22,780 19,626
Retail certificates of deposit 386,831 405,106
Qwickrate and brokered certificates of deposit 549,771 444,682
FHLB overnight borrowings and federal funds purchased 3,252 50,173
FHLB term borrowings 505,280 411,681
Other borrowings   75,833     51,389
Total interest expense 2,247,795 1,561,512
 
Net int. income before prov. for loan losses 15,649,980 12,563,192
 
Provision for loan losses 500,000 210,000
 
Net int. income after prov. for loan losses 15,149,980 12,353,192
 
Noninterest income:
Fees and service charges on dep. accts. 99,425 91,643
Analysis charges 64,772 64,093
Gain (loss) on sale of SBA loans 1,037,322 297,485
Other income   610,082     2,735,486
Total noninterest income 1,811,601 3,188,708
 
Noninterest expense:
Salaries and benefits 5,952,480 5,230,348
Occupancy expense 763,273 599,633
Furniture, fixtures and equipment 396,441 251,526
Other expenses   3,294,798     3,166,601
Total noninterest expense 10,406,992 9,248,108
 
Income before tax provision   6,554,590     6,293,791
 
Provision for income taxes   2,726,210     1,783,700
Net income (loss) $ 3,828,380   $ 4,510,091

Contacts

PBB Bancorp
John R. Polen, 213-689-4800
President and Chief Executive Officer
john.polen@pbbla.com

Contacts

PBB Bancorp
John R. Polen, 213-689-4800
President and Chief Executive Officer
john.polen@pbbla.com