Territorial Bancorp Inc. Price & Performance (TBNK)

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Territorial Bancorp's stock has dropped significantly, with a year-to-date low of $6.92. The firm reported a negative net margin of 5.74% and earnings below expectations. Analysts rate the stock as 'hold,' citing concerns over its financial performance and the challenges of its pending merger with Hope Bancorp.234

Hope Bancorp has received regulatory approval to merge with Territorial Bancorp, creating one of the largest multicultural regional banks in the U.S. The merger, valued at $78.6 million, will expand Hope's footprint into Hawaii and diversify its loan portfolio, leveraging Territorial's strong residential mortgage assets.56