Hope Bancorp (HOPE) Q2 FY26 earnings call

Hope Bancorp delivered strong Q2 FY26 results, driven by robust earnings growth, net interest margin expansion, and positive operating leverage. The company saw solid loan and deposit growth, with a notable increase in non-interest-bearing demand deposits. Management remains focused on prudent balance sheet growth, expense discipline, and active credit oversight, while progressing with the strategic acquisition of SMBC Manu Bank's commercial banking unit.