The earnings call presented a challenging quarter for BayFirst Financial Corp. with significant net losses and restructuring charges as the company transitions away from its SBA 7(a) lending business. While there were positive signs such as an increase in deposit balances and a reduction in net charge-offs, the lowlights, including decreased net interest margin and higher nonperforming assets, were more prominent.
Company Guidance
During the BayFirst Financial Corp. Q3 2025 Conference Call, CEO Tom Zernick outlined the company's strategic shift to exit the SBA 7(a) lending business and focus on their core community banking model. The company reported a net loss of $18.9 million for the third quarter, a significant increase from the $1.2 million loss in the previous quarter, largely due to a $7.3 million restructuring charge and adjustments related to the sale of a substantial portion of their SBA 7(a) portfolio to Banesco USA. This sale, priced at a 3% discount, is expected to close later in the quarter, though it has been delayed by a federal government shutdown. The company also saw a decrease in loans held for investment by $127.1 million and a slight increase in total deposits by $7.7 million during the quarter. Despite a dip in net interest margin to 3.61%, Zernick expressed confidence in achieving a 4% target by reducing deposit costs and appropriately pricing loans. The company aims for a positive return on assets of 40 to 70 basis points in 2026, supported by a focus on resolving nonperforming loans and improving credit quality.
Strategic Transition to Community Banking
BayFirst Financial Corp. is exiting the SBA 7(a) lending business, which previously contributed to operating losses, and selling a large portion of this portfolio to Banesco USA. The transition aims to refocus on being a premier community bank in the Tampa Bay area.
Increase in Deposit Balances
Total deposit balances increased by $7.7 million or 0.7% during the third quarter of 2025 and by $59.3 million or 5.3% over the past year to $1.17 billion, with more than 84% of deposits insured by the FDIC.
Net Charge-offs Reduction
Net charge-offs, primarily from unguaranteed SBA 7(a) balances, were $3.3 million, which was a reduction of $3.5 million compared to the second quarter.
BayFirst Financial Corp (BAFN) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
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BAFN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Oct 30, 2025
$9.10
$8.90
-2.20%
Jul 29, 2025
$15.15
$13.69
-9.64%
Apr 24, 2025
$16.12
$14.57
-9.62%
Jan 30, 2025
$15.16
$15.23
+0.46%
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