Bank of Hope was established in 2016 through the merger of BBCN Bank and Wilshire Bank, two of the largest Korean-American banks at the time. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the bank is a subsidiary of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE). Its mission is to provide a full range of financial services to the largest Korean-American communities across the United States, as well as to other multi-ethnic communities. The bank offers a comprehensive suite of products for individuals and businesses, including commercial and industrial loans, commercial real estate loans, small business (SBA) loans, personal banking services, and wealth management.

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