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Coastal Financial Corp.: Q4 FY2025 earnings call

What management said about Q4 FY2025, from the documents filed with the SEC on 29 January 2026: press release. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Quarterly net income declined: Net income was $12.6 million, or $0.82 per diluted share, compared with $13.6 million, or $0.88, in the third quarter of 2025. Source
  • Robinhood deposit program launched: The Robinhood deposit product launched in the fourth quarter and contributed to the increase in CCBX deposits. Seven partner programs were expanding to add products. Source
  • Margin rose on lower funding costs: Net interest margin was 7.03%, against 7.00% in the prior quarter. Net of BaaS loan expense, it was 4.26%, against 4.05%. Source
  • Noninterest income fell on BaaS enhancements: Noninterest income was $58.7 million, down $8.1 million, mainly from lower BaaS credit enhancements tied to the CCBX provision. Source
  • Noninterest expense rose $2.6M: Noninterest expense was $72.8 million, up $2.6 million, driven by salaries and employee benefits that included restructuring costs. Source
  • CCBX provision fell to $45.9M: The CCBX provision for credit losses was $45.9 million, down from $58.8 million, and the CCBX allowance was $151.3 million. Source
  • GreenFi brand acquired: The company acquired the GreenFi brand, keeps its existing operating partner in place, and is evaluating strategic alternatives for it. Source

“During the fourth quarter of 2025, loans receivable increased by $45.7 million, representing a 1.2% rise, alongside another period of solid deposit growth totaling $171.6 million, or 4.3%.”

CEO Eric Sprink

What changed from last quarter

  • New: Acquired the GreenFi brand of climate-focused consumer financial services; the company is evaluating strategic alternatives for it. Source
  • Ended: Exited the partnership with CCBX partner Albert. Source
  • New: Robinhood deposit product launched in the fourth quarter, after being in testing in the third quarter. Source
  • New: Partner agreement and pricing changes were implemented during the quarter. Source
  • New: Organizational changes led to employee restructuring costs, including severance and termination expenses. Source
  • New: Management said it is evaluating digital assets and digital deposit solutions. Source
  • New: Management said artificial intelligence use cases have been deployed, with a roadmap for further scaling. Source

Results and growth drivers

  • Quarterly net income declined: Net income was $12.6 million, or $0.82 per diluted share, compared with $13.6 million, or $0.88, in the third quarter of 2025. Source
  • Full-year earnings per share lower: For 2025, net income was $47.0 million, or $3.06 per diluted share, against $45.2 million, or $3.26 per diluted share, for 2024. Source
  • Return on assets declined: Return on average assets was 1.09% for the quarter, against 1.19% in the prior quarter and 1.30% a year earlier. For 2025 it was 1.05%, against 1.15%. Source
  • Average deposits grew on CCBX programs: Average deposits rose $61.1 million on the quarter, driven mainly by deposits tied to CCBX partner programs. Source

CCBX partners and products

  • Partner relationships reached 28: CCBX relationships totaled 28, down from 29. Two partners were in testing, five in implementation or onboarding, and one had a signed letter of intent. Source
  • Robinhood deposit program launched: The Robinhood deposit product launched in the fourth quarter and contributed to the increase in CCBX deposits. Seven partner programs were expanding to add products. Source
  • Albert partnership exited: The company exited its partnership with Albert and said it will keep exiting relationships where that makes sense. Source
  • BaaS program fees rose 10.7%: BaaS program fee income was $8.4 million, up $811,000 from the prior quarter. Source
  • CCBX loans roughly flat after sales: CCBX loans were $1.81 billion, up 0.2%, after $2.98 billion of loans were sold in the quarter. Source
  • CCBX deposits grew 7.7%: CCBX deposits rose $182.9 million, or 7.7%, to $2.56 billion, reflecting deposit growth and normal balance fluctuations. Source

“we are encouraged by the early performance of products launched last quarter, which have gained traction and contributed to CCBX deposit growth.”

CEO Eric Sprink

Community bank segment

  • Community bank loans rose 2.2%: Community bank net loans increased $42.3 million to $1.94 billion. Commercial and industrial loans rose $53.6 million, while commercial real estate fell $14.5 million. Source
  • Community bank deposits eased: Community bank deposits fell $11.2 million to $1.59 billion. Noninterest bearing deposits make up a large share of the segment. Source
  • Noninterest bearing share of deposits: Noninterest bearing deposits were 31.1% of community bank deposits. The segment held $493.0 million of them at year-end. Source
  • Community loan yield and funding cost: Community bank loan yield was 6.52% and cost of deposits 1.56%, against 6.51% and 1.77% in the prior quarter. Source

Margins and loan pricing

  • Margin rose on lower funding costs: Net interest margin was 7.03%, against 7.00% in the prior quarter. Net of BaaS loan expense, it was 4.26%, against 4.05%. Source
  • Funding costs declined 30 basis points: Cost of funds was 2.77%, down 30 basis points from the prior quarter, reflecting 2025 Fed funds rate reductions. Source
  • Loan yields fell on mix and rates: Yield on loans receivable was 10.63%, down from 10.95%, largely from loan mix and the lower Fed funds rate. CCBX loan yield decreased 0.76%. Source
  • Partner pricing to trim yields: Partner pricing changes made in the quarter are expected to bring marginally lower loan yields in the near term. Source
  • Net BaaS loan income rate eased: Net BaaS loan income was $37.6 million, or 8.13% of average CCBX loans, after $31.3 million of BaaS loan expense. Source

“As the banking landscape continues to evolve, including the development of new bank charters and alternative models that could change how banking services are delivered, we remain confident in the strength of our platform and relationships.”

CEO Eric Sprink

Noninterest income and BaaS fees

  • Noninterest income fell on BaaS enhancements: Noninterest income was $58.7 million, down $8.1 million, mainly from lower BaaS credit enhancements tied to the CCBX provision. Source
  • Loan sales with retained card fees: Loan sales totaled $2.98 billion, including $2.26 billion of new activity on previously sold credit cards. The company retains a portion of fees on those sales. Source
  • Off-balance sheet cards increased: Off-balance sheet credit cards with fee earning potential reached 550,977, up 154,165 from the prior quarter. Source
  • Deposit sweep generated small fees: The company swept $843.6 million of deposits off balance sheet, generating $540,000 of noninterest income in the quarter. Source
  • BaaS fraud enhancements declined: BaaS fraud enhancements decreased $1.0 million, partly offset by higher BaaS program income. Source

Operating expenses and restructuring

  • Noninterest expense rose $2.6M: Noninterest expense was $72.8 million, up $2.6 million, driven by salaries and employee benefits that included restructuring costs. Source
  • Restructuring included equity compensation: The $2.5 million of restructuring costs covered severance and termination expenses. About $2.1 million was non-recurring stock-based compensation from accelerated vesting. Source
  • Employment settlement added to expense: Other expense rose $750,000, mainly from a payable recognized for settling an employment-related matter. Source
  • Technology spending lifted data costs: Data processing and software license costs rose on investment in growth, technology, and risk management. Source
  • Expense trends excluding one-time items: Management said operating expense trends, excluding the restructuring and settlement items, were more aligned with its expectations. Source
  • State tax rate used rose: The provision for income taxes was $4.5 million. The state tax rate used rose to 5.14%, citing CCBX activity in other states. Source

Credit quality and provisions

  • CCBX provision fell to $45.9M: The CCBX provision for credit losses was $45.9 million, down from $58.8 million, and the CCBX allowance was $151.3 million. Source
  • Net charge-offs totaled $50.1M: Net charge-offs were $50.1 million, almost all in CCBX, which recorded a 10.83% annualized rate on average CCBX loans. Source
  • Partners cover most CCBX nonperforming loans: Partners indemnify 98.8% of CCBX credit risk. Of $57.6 million in nonperforming CCBX loans, $55.7 million is covered by partner enhancements. Source
  • Nonperforming assets rose to $64.1M: Nonperforming assets were $64.1 million, or 1.35% of total assets. Community bank nonperforming loans rose $2.3 million to $6.5 million. Source
  • Allowance coverage by portfolio: The allowance was $169.5 million, or 4.52% of loans. CCBX allowance was 8.37% of CCBX loans, and community bank allowance 0.94%. Source

Balance sheet and deposits

  • Total assets increased 4.1%: Total assets increased $188.4 million, mainly from higher interest earning deposits with other banks and loans. Source
  • Uninsured deposits rose: Uninsured deposits rose to $641.3 million from $617.9 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Loans-to-deposits ratio eased: The ratio of loans receivable to deposits, including loans held for sale, was 92.20%, against 94.32% in the prior quarter. Source
  • Cash and borrowing capacity: Cash on hand was $737.0 million. No borrowings were outstanding on the available lines, which totaled additional capacity beyond cash. Source

Capital and shareholder returns

  • Capital ratios above well-capitalized levels: Total risk-based capital was 14.95% at the Company and 13.79% at the Bank, and both remained well capitalized at year-end. Source
  • Tangible book value per share rose: Tangible book value per share was $32.13 and book value per share $32.43, after $4.5 million of intangible assets from the GreenFi acquisition. Source
  • Equity rose $15.7 million: Shareholders' equity increased $15.7 million, mainly from $12.6 million of net earnings and $3.0 million from vested and exercised equity awards. Source
  • No dividends in periods shown: Dividends per share were nil in each quarter shown, with the company recording no cash dividend. Source
  • Parent company held $42.3M cash: On a stand-alone basis the company held $42.3 million of cash, with $1.1 million committed to bank technology investment funds. Source

Strategy, GreenFi and technology

  • GreenFi brand acquired: The company acquired the GreenFi brand, keeps its existing operating partner in place, and is evaluating strategic alternatives for it. Source
  • AI use cases implemented: Several AI use cases are in place for efficiency, risk management and customer experience, with a roadmap to scale them responsibly. Source
  • Digital assets under evaluation: Management is evaluating digital assets and digital deposit solutions, and believes its platform and regulatory framework position it well. Source
  • Partner pricing shifts to sustainable returns: Management said the partner agreement and pricing changes reflect a shift toward enhanced partner economics and more sustainable, risk-adjusted returns. Source
  • Narrower criteria for new partners: The company is refining CCBX partner criteria toward larger, established partners, while still considering promising smaller partners. Source

Coming up, as management said on 29 January 2026

  • Growth expected from scaling programs: Management expects continued growth as existing programs scale and new products are introduced. Source
  • New partners and launches in 2026: The active pipeline is expected to support new partnership and product launches during 2026. Source
  • Partner initiatives to lift revenue: Management expects expansion of partner initiatives to drive higher partner revenue in upcoming periods. Source
  • Servicing fees to move with activity: Servicing and other BaaS fees are expected to rise when new partners are added, then fall as transaction fees grow. Source
  • Deposit sweeps to continue: The company expects to sweep deposits on and off balance sheet, subject to agreements, to manage liquidity. Source
  • Card fee revenue expected to grow: Retained fees on sold credit cards are expected to provide increased and ongoing revenue, with no on-balance-sheet risk or capital requirement. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Net interest margin Source7.03%
Net interest income Source$79.4 million
Loans and loan growth SourceLoans receivable $3.75 billion, up $45.7 million (1.2%)
Deposits SourceTotal deposits $4.14 billion, up $171.6 million (4.3%)
Cost of deposits Source2.74%
Provision for credit losses Source$48.0 million
Net charge-offs Source$50.1 million; 5.31% of average loans
Nonperforming assets Source$64.1 million; 1.35% of total assets
CET1 ratio SourceCompany 12.43%; Bank 12.50%
Efficiency ratio Source52.75%

Risks management discussed

  • Financial: If a partner cannot meet its contracted obligations, the bank could face additional credit losses on CCBX loans. Source
  • Financial: CCBX loans carry higher expected losses than community bank loans, which the allowance reflects. Source
  • External: Management noted that new bank charters and alternative models could change how banking services are delivered. Source
  • Operational: Legal and professional fees vary with new CCBX partners and product launches. Source
  • Regulatory: State taxes assessed on CCBX activity and employees in other states have raised the overall tax rate. Source
  • Demand: Management does not expect customers to use the available commitments, given CCBX partner and portfolio limits. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Met: The third-quarter release said the program would ramp up in the fourth quarter; this release says it launched successfully. Source
  • Not stated: Management said operating expense trends, excluding the restructuring and settlement items, were more aligned with its expectations. Source
  • Not stated: The third-quarter release cited six partner programs in expansion; this release cites seven. Source

Other quarters

Summarised with AI from the documents the company filed with the SEC. Every point is checked against the filing before it is shown: management’s own words word for word, figures against the line or table row they come from. A point that fails the check is left out. Source opens the filing at that line.