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Coastal Financial Corp.: Q2 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q2 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 30 July 2026: press release. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Net loss against prior-quarter profit: The company reported a net loss of $42.1 million, or $(2.76) per diluted share, compared with net income of $12.0 million, or $0.78, in the prior quarter. Source
  • Partner charge primarily drove the loss: Management said the net loss was primarily attributable to a $68.8 million credit expense tied to one CCBX partner relationship. Source
  • CCBX provision rose to $94.3M: CCBX provision for credit losses was $94.3 million, compared with $52.6 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Net interest margin rose to 7.27%: Net interest margin was 7.27%, compared with 7.00% in the prior quarter and 7.06% a year earlier. Source
  • Noninterest income rose to $88.7M: Noninterest income was $88.7 million, up $22.6 million from $66.1 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Noninterest expense rose to $141.1M: Noninterest expense was $141.1 million, up $57.7 million from $83.5 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Common equity Tier 1 fell to 10.86%: Company common equity Tier 1 ratio was 10.86%, against 12.08% in the prior quarter; leverage ratio was 9.11% and total risk-based capital 13.30%. Source
  • Adams named Executive Chairman: Christopher D. Adams, Chairman since 2019 and a director since 2016, was appointed Executive Chairman, effective immediately. Source

“We believe this is an isolated issue pertaining to one partner and does not reflect a change in our view of our broader partner portfolio or BaaS model”

Eric Sprink, Chief Executive Officer

What changed from last quarter

  • New: Christopher D. Adams, Chairman since 2019, was appointed Executive Chairman of the company, effective immediately. Source

Quarterly loss and partner charge

  • Net loss against prior-quarter profit: The company reported a net loss of $42.1 million, or $(2.76) per diluted share, compared with net income of $12.0 million, or $0.78, in the prior quarter. Source
  • Partner charge primarily drove the loss: Management said the net loss was primarily attributable to a $68.8 million credit expense tied to one CCBX partner relationship. Source
  • Two items made up the charge: The charge had two parts: a $22.8 million provision for credit losses and a $46.0 million valuation adjustment on the credit enhancement asset, both for one partner. Source
  • Return on assets turned negative: ROA was (3.32)%, against 0.98% in the prior quarter; management attributed the decline mainly to charges tied to one partner relationship. Source

Credit losses and asset quality

  • CCBX provision rose to $94.3M: CCBX provision for credit losses was $94.3 million, compared with $52.6 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Community bank provision recapture: Community bank models indicated a $2.2 million provision recapture for the quarter, against $1.4 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Net charge-offs were $50.6M: Net charge-offs were $50.6 million, against $49.6 million in the prior quarter; the ratio to average loans was 4.90%, versus 5.18%. Source
  • Allowance rose to 5.08%: The allowance for credit losses was $213.7 million, or 5.08% of loans receivable, up from $172.4 million and 4.47%. Source
  • Nonperforming assets rose to $75.2M: Nonperforming assets were $75.2 million, or 1.38% of total assets, up from $67.6 million, or 1.19%. Source
  • Most nonperforming CCBX loans covered: $67.0 million of the $69.0 million in nonperforming CCBX loans were covered by partner credit enhancements. Source

“Our operating momentum, our disciplined approach to partner selection, and our strong capital and liquidity position leave us confident in our ability to execute and to create long-term value for shareholders”

Eric Sprink, Chief Executive Officer

Partner loans, cards and relationships

  • CCBX loans rose 18.1%: CCBX loans rose $341.6 million, or 18.1%, to $2.23 billion, despite loan sales during the quarter. Source
  • Off-balance-sheet card accounts rose: Off-balance-sheet credit cards with fee earning potential reached 881,659, up 214,636, or 32.18%, from March 31, 2026. Source
  • Partner count and stages: The company had 30 CCBX relationships, including one in testing, one in onboarding, three signed letters of intent and three winding down. Source
  • CCBX loan yield declined: CCBX loan yield fell 0.45% from the prior quarter, which management attributed to a change in overall loan mix. Source
  • Community bank net loans rose: Community bank net loans rose $7.3 million, or 0.4%, to $1.98 billion, from originations and normal balance movements. Source
  • Commercial real estate largest category: Commercial real estate was 31.3% of total outstanding loans as of June 30, 2026, the largest loan category. Source

Net interest income and margin

  • Net interest income rose 7.2%: Net interest income was $89.4 million, up $6.0 million, or 7.2%, from $83.4 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Net interest margin rose to 7.27%: Net interest margin was 7.27%, compared with 7.00% in the prior quarter and 7.06% a year earlier. Source
  • Margin driven by loan mix: The margin increase was driven by a higher share of earning assets in loans rather than in interest-bearing deposits at other banks. Source
  • Margin net of BaaS expense: Net interest margin net of BaaS loan expense was 3.98%, against 3.90% in the prior quarter; this is a non-GAAP measure. Source
  • Cost of deposits held near 2.57%: Cost of deposits was 2.57%, against 2.56% in the prior quarter and 3.10% a year earlier. Source
  • Efficiency ratio rose on credit enhancement: Efficiency ratio was 79.24%, against 55.85%; management linked the quarter-over-quarter change to changes in CCBX credit enhancement. Source

“Our technology modernization initiatives continue to strengthen the CCBX platform, improving operational efficiency, enhancing the partner experience and supporting long-term scalability”

Brian Hamilton, CCBX President

Noninterest income and BaaS fees

  • Noninterest income rose to $88.7M: Noninterest income was $88.7 million, up $22.6 million from $66.1 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Credit enhancements drove the increase: The increase was mainly a $20.0 million rise in BaaS credit enhancements, tied to higher partner provisions. Source
  • BaaS program income rose 10.3%: BaaS program fee income was $12.0 million, up $1.1 million, or 10.3%, from the prior quarter. Source
  • Loan sales reached $4.56 billion: Loan sales totaled $4.56 billion, including $3.68 billion of additional credit card receivables sold under existing forward flow arrangements. Source

Operating expenses and taxes

  • Noninterest expense rose to $141.1M: Noninterest expense was $141.1 million, up $57.7 million from $83.5 million in the prior quarter. Source
  • Data processing and licenses rose: Data processing and software license costs rose $6.7 million, and salaries and benefits rose $451,000. Source
  • Software useful-life change added cost: Data processing costs included $4.4 million from shortening the useful lives of software assets being replaced by modernization. Source
  • BaaS loan and fraud expense rose: BaaS loan expense rose $3.5 million and BaaS fraud expense rose $1.3 million from the prior quarter. Source
  • Tax line moved to a benefit: The company recorded a $13.1 million tax benefit, against $2.6 million of expense in the prior quarter, reflecting the pre-tax loss. Source

Capital, liquidity and balance sheet

  • Common equity Tier 1 fell to 10.86%: Company common equity Tier 1 ratio was 10.86%, against 12.08% in the prior quarter; leverage ratio was 9.11% and total risk-based capital 13.30%. Source
  • Charges cut ratios by about one point: Management said the quarter's charges reduced capital ratios by about one percentage point; $1.01 billion of cash was retained. Source
  • Contingent borrowing capacity was $1.12B: Contingent borrowing capacity was $1.12 billion, with no borrowings outstanding at June 30, 2026. Source
  • Shareholders' equity declined $40.3M: Total shareholders' equity decreased $40.3 million since March 31, 2026, reflecting the net loss. Source
  • Interest-earning deposits at banks fell: Interest-earning deposits at other banks fell $482.4 million and loans held for sale fell $16.2 million, partly offset by loan growth. Source
  • Capital model supports internal generation: Management said its capital efficient model, with loan sales and off-balance sheet deposit and card programs, supports internal capital generation. Source

Deposits, sweeps and uninsured funding

  • Swept deposits rose to $4.26B: Deposits swept off balance sheet for FDIC insurance and liquidity rose to $4.26 billion, from $2.81 billion in the prior quarter. Source
  • CCBX on-balance deposits fell: CCBX on-balance sheet deposits fell $180.5 million, or 5.2%, to $3.29 billion; management attributed the decline mainly to sweep arrangements. Source
  • Sweep-related fee income rose: Noninterest income from sweep arrangements was $1.2 million, up $467,000, or 65.8%, from the prior quarter. Source
  • Community bank deposit cost unchanged: Community bank deposits carried a cost of 1.46%, unchanged from the prior quarter, with $502.8 million of noninterest-bearing deposits. Source
  • Uninsured deposits fell to $1.35B: Uninsured deposits were an estimated $1.35 billion, down from $1.77 billion at March 31, 2026. Source

Leadership and CCBX management

  • Adams named Executive Chairman: Christopher D. Adams, Chairman since 2019 and a director since 2016, was appointed Executive Chairman, effective immediately. Source
  • Expanded role covers strategy: In the expanded role, Adams will devote more time to long-term strategy, leadership development and external engagement. Source
  • CCBX platform technology modernization: CCBX President Brian Hamilton said technology modernization is strengthening the platform's operational efficiency and partner experience. Source

Strategy and partner selection

  • Partner portfolio composition focus: Management said it is focusing on the partner portfolio mix, emphasizing well-established organizations aligned with its long-term strategy. Source
  • Long-term partnership strategy: Strategy centers on long-term partnerships and leveraging existing relationships, with focus on prudent risk management and operational excellence. Source
  • Optimizing CCBX loan originations: Management said it aims to optimize the CCBX loan portfolio and strengthen the balance sheet by originating higher quality loans with enhanced credit standards. Source
  • Higher-quality loans carry lower rates: Higher quality loans tend to carry lower stated rates and expected losses than some CCBX loans historically. Source

Coming up, as management said on 30 July 2026

  • Product launches expected in 2026: New partnership opportunities and product launches are expected for the remainder of 2026. Source
  • Partner expansions expected to lift revenue: Expansion of eight partner programs is expected to drive higher partner revenue in upcoming periods. Source
  • Continued loan sales planned: Management plans to keep selling loans to manage partner and lending limits, portfolio composition and credit quality. Source
  • Card processing fee income to grow: Income from processing transactions on sold credit cards is expected to keep growing without added balance sheet risk. Source
  • Servicing fee pattern as partners add: Servicing and other BaaS fees are expected to be higher when new partners are added, then decline as transaction fees rise. Source
  • Deposit sweeps to continue: Management expects to keep moving deposits on and off the balance sheet, subject to agreements, for liquidity and FDIC coverage. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Net interest margin Source7.27%
Net interest income Source$89.4 million
Loans and loan growth SourceLoans receivable $4.21 billion; growth 9.0%
Deposits SourceTotal deposits $4.86 billion; CCBX on-balance $3.29 billion
Deposit costs Source2.57%
Provision for credit losses Source$92.2 million consolidated; $94.3 million CCBX
Net charge-offs Source$50.6 million; 4.90% of average loans
Nonperforming assets Source$75.2 million; 1.38% of total assets
CET1 ratio Source10.86%
Efficiency ratio Source79.24%

Risks management discussed

  • Financial: Counterparty risk on CCBX partners could produce additional credit losses if a partner cannot meet its contractual obligations. Source
  • Operational: If a partner does not replenish its cash reserve account, management may consider an alternative funding plan for the reserve. Source
  • Financial: CCBX loans carry higher expected losses than community bank loans, and this is reflected in the allowance factors. Source
  • Financial: Uninsured deposits are expected to remain above historical levels, reflecting the composition and timing of partner deposit balances. Source
  • Financial: The company retains about 5% of a $350.8 million partner loan portfolio, with $23.4 million of retained exposure. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Not stated: The Q1 release said newly added deposits would moderate in Q2 and then normalize; the Q2 release reports CCBX on-balance deposits fell 5.2%.
  • Not stated: The Q1 release expected uninsured deposits to normalize during Q2; the Q2 release says they are expected to remain above historical levels.
  • Not stated: The Q1 release expected some pressure on margins; the Q2 release reports net interest margin of 7.27%, against 7.00% in the prior quarter.

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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.