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Hope Bancorp, Inc.
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SEC Filings
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August 29, 2025 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES HONORARY CHAIRMAN’S RETIREMENT

News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES HONORARY CHAIRMAN’S RETIREMENT LOS ANGELES – August 29, 2025 – Hope Bancorp, Inc.

August 29, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 August 26, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 August 26, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employ

August 8, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specif

July 22, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 22, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Ex

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 22, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

July 22, 2025 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2025 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2025 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES – July 22, 2025 – Hope Bancorp, Inc.

July 22, 2025 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - July 22, 2025 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about August 15, 2025, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on August 1, 2025. About

July 22, 2025 EX-99.2

2025 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call July 22, 2025 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures Some statements in this presentation may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

2025 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call July 22, 2025 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures Some statements in this presentation may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

June 17, 2025 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 13, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

May 22, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 22 , 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC. (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 22 , 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

May 8, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as speci

April 22, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 22, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

April 22, 2025 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2025 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2025 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES – April 22, 2025 – Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 22, 2025 EX-99.2

2025 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call April 22, 2025 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures Some statements in this presentation may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1

2025 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call April 22, 2025 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures Some statements in this presentation may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

April 22, 2025 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - April 22, 2025 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about May 16, 2025, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on May 2, 2025. About Hope

April 11, 2025 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Pro

April 11, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant  ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ De

April 2, 2025 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP COMPLETES MERGER WITH TERRITORIAL BANCORP

EX-99.1 2 a991mergerpressrelease.htm EX-99.1 News Release HOPE BANCORP COMPLETES MERGER WITH TERRITORIAL BANCORP LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2025—Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“Hope Bancorp”) (NASDAQ: HOPE), the holding company of Bank of Hope, today announced the completion of its merger with Honolulu-based Territorial Bancorp Inc. (“Territorial”), the holding company for Territorial Savings Bank. Effective as o

April 2, 2025 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 31, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

March 12, 2025 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 11, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

March 3, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 28, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employ

March 3, 2025 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP RECEIVES REGULATORY APPROVALS FOR ITS MERGER WITH TERRITORIAL BANCORP

News Release HOPE BANCORP RECEIVES REGULATORY APPROVALS FOR ITS MERGER WITH TERRITORIAL BANCORP LOS ANGELES AND HONOLULU, March 3, 2025—Hope Bancorp, Inc.

February 26, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact

February 26, 2025 EX-19.1

Insider Trading Policy+

Joint Insider Trading and Disclosure Policy Approved by Nomination and Governance Committee on July 15, 2024 and adopted by the Board of Directors on July 17, 2024 This policy shall go into effect at discretion of the Legal Department on September 15, 2024 (but no later than December 15, 2024).

February 26, 2025 EX-4.11

Description of Securities Registered Under Section 12 of the Exchange Act+

EXHIBIT 4.11 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“our,” “we,” “the Company”) has one class of security registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), common stock, par value $0.001 per share (“Common Stock”). Description of Common Stock The follo

January 27, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 27, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

January 27, 2025 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - January 27, 2025 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about February 20, 2025, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 6, 2025.

January 27, 2025 EX-99.2

2024 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call January 27, 2025 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures Some statements in this presentation may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act o

2024 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call January 27, 2025 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures Some statements in this presentation may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

January 27, 2025 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES – January 27, 2025 – Hope Bancorp, Inc.

November 8, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as s

November 7, 2024 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 November 7, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

October 28, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 28, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

October 28, 2024 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES – October 28, 2024 – Hope Bancorp, Inc.

October 28, 2024 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - October 28, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about November 21, 2024, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on November 7, 2024.

October 28, 2024 EX-99.2

2024 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call October 28, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“Company”), incl

2024 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call October 28, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

October 16, 2024 SC 13G

HOPE / Hope Bancorp, Inc. / STATE STREET CORP Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* HOPE BANCORP INC (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 43940T109 (CUSIP Number) September 30, 2024 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ý

September 27, 2024 CORRESP

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September 27, 2024 VIA EDGAR Mr. Michael Henderson Mr. Robert Klein United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Hope Bancorp, Inc Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2023 Form 10-Q for the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2024 File No. 000-50245 Dear Mr. Henderson and Mr. Klein: This letter constitutes the response of Hope

September 12, 2024 424B3

SUPPLEMENT TO PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF TERRITORIAL STOCKHOLDERS TO BE HELD ON OCTOBER 10, 2024 AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF TERRITORIAL CONTINUES TO UNANIMOUSLY RECOMMEND THAT

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration Statement No. 333-280416 SUPPLEMENT DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 (to the Proxy Statement/Prospectus dated August 20, 2024) SUPPLEMENT TO PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF TERRITORIAL STOCKHOLDERS TO BE HELD ON OCTOBER 10, 2024 AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF TERRITORIAL CONTINUES TO UNANIMOUSLY

August 22, 2024 424B3

MERGER PROPOSED - YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration Statement No. 333-280416 MERGER PROPOSED - YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT To the Stockholders of Territorial Bancorp Inc.: On April 26, 2024, Territorial Bancorp Inc. (which we refer to as “Territorial”) and Hope Bancorp, Inc. (which we refer to as “Hope”) entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (which we refer to as the “Merger Agr

August 16, 2024 EX-99.2

Form of Proxy Card of Territorial Bancorp Inc.

Exhibit 99.2   TERRITORIAL BANCORP INC. ATTN: WALTER IDA P.O. BOX 135040 VOTE BY INTERNET HONOLULU, HI 96801-5040 Before The Meeting - Go to www.proxyvote.com or scan the QR Barcode above Use the Internet to transmit your voting instructions and for electronic delivery of information. Vote by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 9, 2024. Have your proxy card in hand when you access the web site and

August 16, 2024 EX-99.1

Consent of Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.

Exhibit 99.1 CONSENT OF KEEFE, BRUYETTE & WOODS, INC. We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter to the Board of Directors of Territorial Bancorp Inc. (“Territorial”), as Annex C to the proxy statement/prospectus which forms a part of Amendment No. 1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (file No. 333-280416) filed on the date hereof (the “Amended Registration Statement”) relatin

August 16, 2024 S-4/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2024

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2024 Registration Statement No.

August 16, 2024 CORRESP

August 16, 2024

August 16, 2024 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Aisha Adegbuyi, Esq. Re: Hope Bancorp, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 File No. 333-280416 Request for Acceleration of Effectiveness Dear Ms. Adegbuyi: Pursuant to Rule 461 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, the undersigned, Hope Bancorp,

August 6, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specif

July 29, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 29, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

July 29, 2024 EX-99.2

2024 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call July 29, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“Company”), includ

2024 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call July 29, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

July 29, 2024 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - July 29, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

July 29, 2024 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - July 29, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about August 22, 2024, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on August 8, 2024. About

June 21, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) Hope Bancorp, Inc.

June 21, 2024 EX-10.2

Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the 2024 Plan

Exhibit 10.2 HOPE BANCORP, INC. PERFORMANCE RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD GRANT NOTICE (2024 Equity Incentive Plan) As a key contributor in our business, you are in a position to have significant influence on the performance and success of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”). I am pleased to inform you that, in recognition of the role you play in our collective success, you have been granted a Perfor

June 21, 2024 S-4

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2024

S-4 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2024 Registration Statement No.

June 21, 2024 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2024 Registration No.

June 21, 2024 EX-10.1

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the 2024 Plan

Exhibit 10.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD GRANT NOTICE (2024 Equity Incentive Plan) As a key contributor in our business, you are in a position to have significant influence on the performance and success of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”). I am pleased to inform you that, in recognition of the role you play in our collective success, you have been granted a Restricted Stock U

June 21, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

EX-FILING FEES Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-4 (Form Type) Hope Bancorp Inc.

June 21, 2024 EX-10.3

Form of Option Agreement under the 2024 Plan

Exhibit 10.3 HOPE BANCORP, INC. STOCK OPTION GRANT NOTICE AND OPTION AGREEMENT (2024 Equity Incentive Plan) As a key contributor in our business, you are in a position to have significant influence on the performance and success of Hope Bancorp, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”). I am pleased to inform you that, in recognition of the role you play in our collective success, you have bee

June 21, 2024 EX-99.1

Consent of Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 CONSENT OF KEEFE, BRUYETTE & WOODS, INC. We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter to the Board of Directors of Territorial Bancorp Inc. (“Territorial”), as Annex C to the proxy statement/prospectus which forms a part of the Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed on the date hereof (the “Registration Statement”) relating to the proposed merger of Territorial w

May 29, 2024 EX-3.1

Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (incorporated herein by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K, Exhibit 3.1, filed with the SEC on May 29, 2024)

EXHIBIT 3.1 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF HOPE BANCORP, INC. THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT: FIRST: Hope Bancorp, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Corporation”), desires to amend and restate its Certificate of Incorporation (the “Certificate of Incorporation”) as currently in effect, with the second amended and restated Certificate of Incorporation of Hope Bancorp, Inc., r

May 29, 2024 EX-10.1

Hope Bancorp, Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan

EXHIBIT 10.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN HOPE BANCORP, INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. Purpose 1 2. Definitions 1 3. Administration. 6 4. Shares Subject to Plan. 7 5. Eligibility and Award Limits 8 6. Specific Terms of Awards. 8 7. Certain Provisions Applicable to Awards. 15 8. Change in Control. 17 9. General Provisions. 19 -ii- HOPE BANCORP, INC. 2024

May 29, 2024 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (incorporated herein by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K, Exhibit 3.2, filed with the SEC on May 29, 2024)

EXHIBIT 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS of HOPE BANCORP, INC., a Delaware corporation As amended and restated on May 24, 2024 ARTICLE I Meetings of Stockholders Section 1. Meetings 1.1The annual meeting of stockholders of HOPE BANCORP, INC. (the “Corporation”) shall be held on such date, at such time and at such place (within or outside the State of Delaware), if any, set by resolution of the Boar

May 29, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 23, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

May 9, 2024 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Proxy State

May 7, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as speci

April 30, 2024 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐   Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐   Definitive Proxy S

April 29, 2024 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - April 29, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about May 23, 2024, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on May 9, 2024. About Hope

April 29, 2024 EX-99.4

HOPE BANCORP AND TERRITORIAL BANCORP ANNOUNCE DEFINITIVE MERGER AGREEMENT

News Release HOPE BANCORP AND TERRITORIAL BANCORP ANNOUNCE DEFINITIVE MERGER AGREEMENT LOS ANGELES and HONOLULU - April 29, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 29, 2024 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS; SIGNS DEFINITIVE MERGER WITH TERRITORIAL BANCORP

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2024 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS; SIGNS DEFINITIVE MERGER WITH TERRITORIAL BANCORP LOS ANGELES - April 29, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 29, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 26, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

April 29, 2024 EX-99.5

A Strategically Compelling & Financially Attractive Combination April 29, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

A Strategically Compelling & Financially Attractive Combination April 29, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 29, 2024 EX-99.2

2024 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call April 29, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“Company”) and its

2024 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call April 29, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 12, 2024 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Proxy State

April 12, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant  ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ De

March 27, 2024 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant  ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Proxy Sta

March 22, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 18, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

February 28, 2024 EX-97

Clawback Policy+

EXHIBIT 97 CLAWBACK POLICY October 2023 HOPE BANCORP and BANK OF HOPE HR Department CLAWBACK POLICY Page 1 of 3 Board Approved: October 2023 I.

February 28, 2024 EX-21.1

Subsidiary of the Registrant (incorporated by reference to the Annual Report on Form 10-K, Exhibit 21.1, for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on February 28, 2024)

EXHIBIT 21.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. LIST OF WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES 1.Bank of Hope, a California state chartered commercial bank 2.Nara Capital Trust III 3.Nara Statutory Trust IV 4.Nara Statutory Trust V 5.Nara Statutory Trust VI 6.Center Capital Trust I 7.Wilshire Statutory Trust II 8.Wilshire Statutory Trust III 9.Wilshire Statutory Trust IV 10.Saehan Capital Trust I 11.Hope Scholarship Foundatio

February 28, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact

February 13, 2024 SC 13G/A

HOPE / Hope Bancorp, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv01132-hopebancorpinc.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 13)* Name of issuer: Hope Bancorp Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 43940T109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate box to designate t

February 9, 2024 SC 13G/A

HOPE / Hope Bancorp, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 SEC13GFiling.htm SEC SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 8 )* Hope Bancorp Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 43940T109 (CUSIP Number) December 29, 2023 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to de

January 30, 2024 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - January 30, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 30, 2024 EX-99.2

2023 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call January 30, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”)

2023 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call January 30, 2024 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 30, 2024 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - January 30, 2024 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about February 23, 2024, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 9, 2024.

January 30, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 30, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

November 8, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as s

October 23, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 23, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

October 23, 2023 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS; ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC REORGANIZATION

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS; ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC REORGANIZATION LOS ANGELES - October 23, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

October 23, 2023 EX-99.2

2023 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Monday, October 23, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “

2023 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Monday, October 23, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

October 23, 2023 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - October 23, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about November 16, 2023 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on November 2, 2023.

September 1, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

EXHIBIT 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) HOPE BANCORP, INC.

September 1, 2023 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 1, 2023

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 1, 2023  Registration No.

August 8, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specif

July 24, 2023 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - July 24, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about August 17, 2023 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on August 3, 2023. Investo

July 24, 2023 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - July 24, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

July 24, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 24, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Ex

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 24, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

July 24, 2023 EX-99.2

2023 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Monday, July 24, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Co

q223earningsslides 2023 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Monday, July 24, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

May 18, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 18, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exa

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 18, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Id

May 15, 2023 EX-12.(A)(5)(C)

Press Release dated May 15, 2023.

Exhibit (a)(5)(C) News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF 2.00% CONVERTIBLE SENIOR NOTES REPURCHASE PURSUANT TO CONTRACTUAL PUT RIGHT LOS ANGELES – May 15, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE) announced today that the previously announced right of holders of its 2.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2038 (CUSIP NUMBER 43940TAB5) (the “Notes”) to surrender their Notes for

May 15, 2023 SC TO-I/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (Amendment No. 2) TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(d)(1) OR 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (Amendment No. 2) TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(d)(1) OR 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer) and Filing Person (Offeror)) 2.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2038 (Title of Class of Securities) 43940TAB5 (CUSIP Number of Class of Securities)

May 8, 2023 EX-10.4

Form of Election for the Wilshire State Bank Executive Survivor Income Plan dated July 1, 200

EXHIBIT 10.4 BANK OF HOPE (successor to WILSHIRE STATE BANK) EXECUTIVE SURVIVOR INCOME PLAN ELECTION TO PARTICIPATE As an employee of Bank of Hope (successor to Wilshire State Bank) and a designated Employee as set forth in Article 2 of the Wilshire State Bank Executive Survivor Income Plan dated July 1, 2005 (the “Plan”), I hereby elect to become a Participant of this Plan according to Article 2

May 8, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as speci

May 5, 2023 SC TO-I/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (Amendment No. 1) TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(d)(1) OR 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (Amendment No. 1) TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(d)(1) OR 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer) and Filing Person (Offeror)) 2.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2038 (Title of Class of Securities) 43940TAB5 (CUSIP Number of Class of Securities)

May 5, 2023 EX-99.(A)(1)(B)

Amendment dated May 5, 2023 to Company Notice

Exhibit (a)(1)(B) May 5, 2023 AMENDMENT TO REPURCHASE NOTICE OF NOTES PURSUANT TO OPTIONAL PUT OF HOLDERS Hope Bancorp, Inc.

May 5, 2023 EX-99.(A)(5)(B)

Press Release issued by the Company, dated May 5, 2023

Exhibit (a)(5)(B) News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF TIME PERIOD TO EXERCISE CONTRACTUAL PUT RIGHT OF 2.

April 25, 2023 EX-99.2

2023 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, April 25, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “C

hope-q12023ccslides 2023 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, April 25, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 25, 2023 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - April 24, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about May 18, 2023 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on May 4, 2023. Investor Conference Call The

April 25, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 24, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

April 25, 2023 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2023 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - April 24, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 20, 2023 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP APPOINTS JULIANNA BALICKA CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Exhibit 99.1 News Release HOPE BANCORP APPOINTS JULIANNA BALICKA CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LOS ANGELES – April 17, 2023 – Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) (the “Company”), the holding company of Bank of Hope (the “Bank”), today announced the appointment of Julianna Balicka as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company and Bank, effective immediately. David P. Malone, who st

April 20, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 17, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 17, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

April 17, 2023 EX-99.(A)(5)(I)

Press Release issued by the Company, dated April 17, 2023.

Exhibit (a)(5)(i) News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES NOTIFICATION TO HOLDERS OF 2.

April 17, 2023 SC TO-I

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(d)(1) OR 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer) and Filing Perso

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(d)(1) OR 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer) and Filing Person (Offeror)) 2.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2038 (Title of Class of Securities) 43940TAB5 (CUSIP Number of Class of Securities) Angelee J. Harris

April 17, 2023 EX-99.(A)(1)(I)

Company Repurchase Notice to the Holders of 2.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2038, dated April 17, 2023.

Exhibit (a)(1)(i) April 17, 2023 REPURCHASE NOTICE OF NOTES PURSUANT TO OPTIONAL PUT OF HOLDERS Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 17, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit - Filing Fees Calculation of Filing Fee Tables SC TO-I (Form Type) HOPE BANCORP, INC.

April 5, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Proxy State

April 5, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defi

February 28, 2023 EX-10.7

Form of Non-qualified Stock Option Agreement under the 2007 Incentive Compensation Plan

EXHIBIT 10.7 HOPE BANCORP, INC. NON-QUALIFIED STOCK OPTION AGREEMENT 2007 Equity Incentive Plan NOTICE OF STOCK OPTION GRANT AND AGREEMENT Name: Option Number: Address: Plan Name: Agreement Effective DATE (“Grant Date”), you have been granted non-qualified stock option to purchase XXXX (XXX) shares of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“Company”) common stock at an Exercise Price of $XXX per share pursuant to th

February 28, 2023 EX-14.2

Code of Ethics and Business Conduct+

EXHIBIT 14.2 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION 3 II. GENERAL POLICY STATEMENT 3 A. Compliance with Laws and Regulations 3 B. Administration of the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct 3 III. COMPANY RECORDS AND REPORTING 4 IV. PROTECTING CORPORATE ASSETS 4 V. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST 5 A. General Policy 5 B. Acceptance of Gifts 5 C. Giving of Gifts 6 D. Political Contributions 6 E. Outside Employment

February 28, 2023 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of the Registrant+

EXHIBIT 21.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. LIST OF WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES 1.Bank of Hope, a California state chartered commercial bank 2.Nara Capital Trust III 3.Nara Statutory Trust IV 4.Nara Statutory Trust V 5.Nara Statutory Trust VI 6.Center Capital Trust I 7.Wilshire Statutory Trust II 8.Wilshire Statutory Trust III 9.Wilshire Statutory Trust IV 10.Saehan Capital Trust I 11.Hope Scholarship Foundatio

February 28, 2023 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Hope Bancorp, Inc.+

EXHIBIT 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS of HOPE BANCORP, INC., a Delaware corporation As amended and restated on February 24, 2023 ARTICLE I Meetings of Stockholders Section 1. Meetings 1.1The annual meeting of stockholders of HOPE BANCORP, INC. (the “Corporation”) shall be held on such date, at such time and at such place (within or outside the State of Delaware), if any, set by resolution of the

February 28, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact

February 28, 2023 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Hope Bancorp, Inc.+

EXHIBIT 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF HOPE BANCORP, INC. THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT: FIRST: Hope Bancorp, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Corporation”), desires to amend and restate its Certificate of Incorporation (the “Certificate”) as currently in effect, with the amended and restated Certificate of Hope Bancorp, Inc. referred to as the “Amended and Restated Certifica

February 28, 2023 EX-14.1

Director Code of Ethics and Business Conduct+

EXHIBIT 14.1 & Bank of Hope DIRECTOR CODE OF ETHICS AND BUSINESS CONDUCT Approved by the NGC on June 29, 2022 and adopted by the Board of Directors on June 30, 2022 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION 1 II. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS 1 III. PRESERVE CONFIDENTIALITY 1 A. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 1 B. PROPRIETARY INFORMATION 2 C. INSIDER TRADING 2 D. MEDIA POLICY4 IV. CONFLICTS OF INT

February 28, 2023 EX-10.6

Form of Incentive Stock Option Agreement under the 2007 Incentive Compensation Plan

EXHIBIT 10.6 HOPE BANCORP, INC. INCENTIVE STOCK OPTION AGREEMENT 2007 Equity Incentive Plan NOTICE OF STOCK OPTION GRANT AND AGREEMENT Name: Option Number: Employee ID: Plan Name: Address: Agreement Effective DATE (“Grant Date”), you have been granted an incentive stock option to purchase XXXX (XXX) shares of Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“Company”) common stock at an Exercise Price of $XXX per share pursua

February 10, 2023 SC 13G/A

HOPE / Hope Bancorp Inc / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7 )* Hope Bancorp Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 43940T109 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2022 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sched

February 9, 2023 SC 13G/A

HOPE / Hope Bancorp Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv01095-hopebancorpinc.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 12)* Name of issuer: Hope Bancorp Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 43940T109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate

January 23, 2023 EX-99.3

2022 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, January 24, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that consti

2022 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, January 24, 2023 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward- looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

January 23, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 23, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

January 23, 2023 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - January 23, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 23, 2023 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - January 23, 2023 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about February 16, 2023 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 2, 2023. Investor Confere

January 6, 2023 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES RESIGNATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES RESIGNATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LOS ANGELES ? January 6, 2023 ? Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 6, 2023 EX-10.1

Separation and Release Agreement, dated January 5, 2023, by and between Hope Bancorp, Inc., Bank of Hope and Alex Ko (incorporated herein by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K, Exhibit 10.1, filed with the SEC on January 6, 2023)*

EX-10.1 2 hope-01x05x20238xkxex101.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Certain identified information has been redacted from this exhibit because it is both (i) not material and (ii) information that is private or confidential. The redacted information is identified by the mark “[***]”. SEPARATION AND RELEASE AGREEMENT This Separation and Release Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Gunho Ko (also

January 6, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 5, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

January 6, 2023 EX-10.2

Alex Ko (incorporated herein by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K, Exhibit 10.2, filed with the SEC on January 6, 2023)*

EX-10.2 3 hope-01x05x20238xkxex102.htm EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 Certain identified information has been redacted from this exhibit because it is both (i) not material and (ii) information that is private or confidential. The redacted information is identified by the mark “[***]”. CONSULTING AGREEMENT This Consulting Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Gunho Ko (also known as Alex Ko) (“Cons

November 8, 2022 EX-99.1

Corporate Presentation Fourth Quarter 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that cons titute forward- looking state

Corporate Presentation Fourth Quarter 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that cons titute forward- looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

November 8, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 November 3, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

November 4, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC (Exact name of registrant as sp

October 24, 2022 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - October 24, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

October 24, 2022 EX-99.3

2022 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, October 25, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that cons ti

2022 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, October 25, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that cons titute forward- looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

October 24, 2022 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - October 24, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about November 17, 2022 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on November 3, 2022. Investor Confere

October 24, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 24, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

August 4, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC (Exact name of registrant as specifi

July 19, 2022 EX-99.3

2022 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, July 20, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constit

2022 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, July 20, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward- looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

July 19, 2022 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - July 19, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

July 19, 2022 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - July 19, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about August 12, 2022 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 29, 2022. Investor Conference Call

July 19, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 19, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

June 9, 2022 CORRESP

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June 9, 2022 VIA EDGAR Mark Brunhofer United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Washington, D.

May 23, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 19, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Id

May 9, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC (Exact name of registrant as specif

May 9, 2022 EX-10.1

Fourth Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated April 22, 2022, by and between Hope Bancorp, Inc., Bank of Hope and Kevin S. Kim (incorporated herein by reference to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, Exhibit 10.1, for the quarter ended March 31, 2022, filed with the SEC on May 9, 2022)*

EXHIBIT 10.1 Certain identified information has been redacted from this exhibit because it is both (i) not material and (ii) information that is private or confidential. The redacted information is identified by the mark ?[***]?. FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of the 22nd day of A

April 22, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Definitive Proxy State

April 18, 2022 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2022 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - April 18, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

April 18, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 18, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

April 18, 2022 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - April 18, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about May 12, 2022 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on April 28, 2022. Investor Conference Call

April 18, 2022 EX-99.3

2022 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, April 19, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitut

2022 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, April 19, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward- looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

March 28, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 28, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

March 28, 2022 EX-10.1

Third Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated as of March 28, 2022 by and between Hope Bancorp, Inc. and Bank of Hope and Kevin S. Kim.

1 THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of the 28th day of March, 2022 (?Agreement Date?), by and between Kevin S.

February 28, 2022 EX-4.11

Exhibit 4.11

EXHIBIT 4.11 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT?S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Hope Bancorp, Inc. (?our,? ?we,? ?the Company?) has one class of security registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the ?Exchange Act?), common stock, par value $0.001 per share (?Common Stock?). Description of Common Stock The follo

February 28, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact

February 28, 2022 EX-14.1

Director Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

EXHIBIT 14.1 & Bank of Hope DIRECTOR CODE OF ETHICS AND BUSINESS CONDUCT Approved by the NGC on June 30, 2021 and adopted by the Board of Directors on July 1, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION 1 II. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS 1 III. PRESERVE CONFIDENTIALITY 1 A. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 1 B. PROPRIETARY INFORMATION 2 C. INSIDER TRADING 2 D. MEDIA POLICY4 IV. CONFLICTS OF INTE

February 28, 2022 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of the Registrant+

EXHIBIT 21.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. LIST OF WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES 1.Bank of Hope, a California state chartered commercial bank 2.Nara Capital Trust III 3.Nara Statutory Trust IV 4.Nara Statutory Trust V 5.Nara Statutory Trust VI 6.Center Capital Trust I 7.Wilshire Statutory Trust II 8.Wilshire Statutory Trust III 9.Wilshire Statutory Trust IV 10.Saehan Capital Trust I 11.Hope Scholarship Foundatio

February 28, 2022 EX-14.2

Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

EXHIBIT 14.2 Code of Ethics and Business Conduct January 21, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION 3 II. GENERAL POLICY STATEMENT 3 A. Compliance with Laws and Regulations 3 B. Administration of the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct 3 III. COMPANY RECORDS AND REPORTING 4 IV. PROTECTING CORPORATE ASSETS 4 V. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST 5 A. General Policy 5 B. Acceptance of Gifts 5 C. Giving of Gifts

February 17, 2022 EX-99.1

2022 Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Winter Financial Services Symposium February 17-18, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company

2022 Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Winter Financial Services Symposium February 17-18, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward- looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

February 17, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 17, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employ

February 10, 2022 SC 13G/A

HOPE / Hope Bancorp Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 11)* Name of issuer: Hope Bancorp Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 43940T109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ 

February 8, 2022 SC 13G/A

HOPE / Hope Bancorp Inc / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6 )* Hope Bancorp Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 43940T109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sched

January 24, 2022 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - January 24, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about February 17, 2022 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 3, 2022. Investor Confere

January 24, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 24, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

January 24, 2022 EX-99.3

HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES NEW $50 MILLION STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM

News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES NEW $50 MILLION STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM LOS ANGELES - January 24, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 24, 2022 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - January 24, 2022 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 24, 2022 EX-99.4

2021 Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, January 25, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company

2021 Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, January 25, 2022 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation contains statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward- looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

December 8, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP APPOINTS FORMER EVP & GENERAL COUNSEL LISA K. PAI TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

News Release HOPE BANCORP APPOINTS FORMER EVP & GENERAL COUNSEL LISA K. PAI TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS LOS ANGELES - December 8, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the ?Company?) (NASDAQ: HOPE), the holding company of Bank of Hope (the ?Bank?), today announced the appointment of Lisa K. Pai to the Board of Directors of the Company and Bank effective immediately. Ms. Pai will serve as a member of the Board Risk

December 8, 2021 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES PLANNED RETIREMENT OF PRESIDENT & COO DAVID P. MALONE AND PROMOTION OF PETER KOH TO SENIOR EVP & COO

News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES PLANNED RETIREMENT OF PRESIDENT & COO DAVID P.

December 8, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 December 2, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

November 8, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as spe

October 25, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 25, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

October 25, 2021 EX-99.3

1 2021 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, October 26, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that con

1 2021 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, October 26, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward?looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

October 25, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - October 25, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

October 25, 2021 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - October 25, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about November 18, 2021 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on November 4, 2021. Investor Confere

August 17, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 August 17, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

August 17, 2021 EX-99.1

1 D.A. Davidson West Coast Bank Tour Virtual Conference August 17, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that con

1 D.A. Davidson West Coast Bank Tour Virtual Conference August 17, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward?looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exch

August 5, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specifie

August 2, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 29, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

August 2, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP APPOINTS TECHNOLOGY INTRAPRENEUR MARY (“MIMI”) THIGPEN TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

News Release HOPE BANCORP APPOINTS TECHNOLOGY INTRAPRENEUR MARY (?MIMI?) THIGPEN TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS LOS ANGELES - August 2, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

July 26, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 22, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

July 26, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES NEW $50 MILLION STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM

News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES NEW $50 MILLION STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM LOS ANGELES - July 26, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

July 21, 2021 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - July 20, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about August 13, 2021 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 30, 2021. Investor Conference Call

July 21, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 20, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

July 21, 2021 EX-99.3

1 2021 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, July 21, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that con

1 2021 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, July 21, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward?looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

July 21, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - July 20, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

May 21, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 20, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Id

May 10, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specifi

May 7, 2021 EX-10.2

Form of Non-qualified Stock Option Agreement under the 2016 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Registration Statement on Form S-8, Exhibit 10.2, filed with the SEC on May 7, 2021)*

Exhibit 10.2 Hope BANCORP, INC. NON-QUALIFIED STOCK OPTION AGREEMENT FOR [ ] Agreement 1. Grant of Option. Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the ?Company?) hereby grants, as of DATE (the ?Date of Grant?), to Chung Hyun Lee (the ?Optionee?) an option (the ?Option?) to purchase up to 20,000 shares of the Company?s common stock (the ?Shares?), at an exercise price per share equal to $[ ] (the ?Exercise Price?). Th

May 7, 2021 EX-10.3

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the 2016 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Registration Statement on Form S-8, Exhibit 10.3, filed with the SEC on May 7, 2021)*

Exhibit 10.3 HOPE BANCORP, INC. TIME-BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT FOR [NAME] 1. Award of Restricted Stock Units. Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the ?Company?) hereby grants, as of [DATE] (the ?Date of Grant?), to [NAME] (the ?Recipient?), the right to receive, at the times specified in Section 2 hereof, [# OF SHARES] shares of the Company?s common stock (collectively the ?RSUs?). The RSUs shall be s

May 7, 2021 S-8

- S-8

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2021 Registration No.

May 7, 2021 EX-10.4

Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the 2016 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Registration Statement on Form S-8, Exhibit 10.4, filed with the SEC on May 7, 2021)*

Exhibit 10.4 HOPE BANCORP, INC. 2016 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN PERFORMANCE-BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT FOR 1. Award of Restricted Stock Units. Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the ?Company?) hereby grants, as of , 2017 (the ?Date of Grant?), to (the ?Recipient?), the right to receive, at the times specified in Section 2 hereof, shares of the Company?s common stock (collectively the ?RSUs?). The RSU

May 7, 2021 EX-10.6

Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the 2019 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Registration Statement on Form S-8, Exhibit 10.6, filed with the SEC on May 7, 2021)*

Exhibit 10.6 HOPE BANCORP, INC. 2019 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN PERFORMANCE-BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT FOR [NAME] 1. Award of Restricted Stock Units. Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the ?Company?) hereby grants, as of [DATE] (the ?Date of Grant?), to [NAME] (the ?Recipient?), the right to receive, at the times specified in Section 2 hereof, [# OF SHARES] shares of the Company?s common stock (colle

May 7, 2021 EX-4.1

BBCN Bancorp, Inc. 2016 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Registration Statement on Form S-8, Exhibit 4.1, filed with the SEC on May 7, 2021)*

Exhibit 4.1 BBCN BANCORP, INC. 2016 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN BBCN BANCORP, INC. 2016 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN 1. Purpose 1 2. Definitions 1 3. Administration 6 4. Shares Subject to Plan 7 5. Eligibility; Per-Participant Limitations 8 6. Specific Terms of Awards 9 7. Certain Provisions Applicable to Awards 14 8. Code Section 162(m) Provisions 17 9. Change in Control 18 10. General Provisions

May 7, 2021 EX-10.1

Form of Incentive Stock Option Agreement under the 2016 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Registration Statement on Form S-8, Exhibit 10.1, filed with the SEC on May 7, 2021)*

Exhibit 10.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. INCENTIVE STOCK OPTION AGREEMENT FOR NAME Agreement 1. Grant of Option. Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the ?Company?) hereby grants, as of DATE (the ?Date of Grant?), to NAME (the ?Optionee?) an option (the ?Option?) to purchase up to XXXX shares of the Company?s common stock (the ?Shares?), at an exercise price per share equal to $XXXX (the ?Exercise Price?). The Option shall

May 7, 2021 EX-10.5

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the 2019 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Registration Statement on Form S-8, Exhibit 10.5, filed with the SEC on May 7, 2021)*

EX-10.5 9 d90253dex105.htm EX-10.5 Exhibit 10.5 HOPE BANCORP, INC. 2019 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN TIME-BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT FOR [NAME] 1. Award of Restricted Stock Units. Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) hereby grants, as of [DATE] (the “Date of Grant”), to [NAME] (the “Recipient”), the right to receive, at the times specified in Section 2 hereof, [# OF SHARES] shares of the C

May 7, 2021 EX-4.2

Hope Bancorp, Inc. 2019 Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-8, filed on May 7, 2021)

Exhibit 4.2 HOPE BANCORP, INC 2019 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN HOPE BANCORP, INC. 2019 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN 1. Purpose 1 2. Definitions 1 3. Administration. 7 4. Shares Subject to Plan. 8 5. Eligibility. Awards may be granted under the Plan only to Eligible Persons 9 6. Specific Terms of Awards. 9 7. Certain Provisions Applicable to Awards. 16 8. Change in Control. 18 9. General Provisions.

April 28, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

EX-99.1 2 hope-03312021ex991.htm EX-99.1 News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2021 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - April 27, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE), the holding company of Bank of Hope (the “Bank”), today reported unaudited financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, net income totaled $43.7 m

April 28, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 27, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

April 28, 2021 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - April 27, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about May 21, 2021 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on May 7, 2021. Investor Conference Call The

April 28, 2021 EX-99.3

1 2021 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, April 28, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that con

1 2021 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, April 28, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

April 22, 2021 DEF 14A

Schedule 14A

DEF 14A 1 a2021hopeproxystatement.htm DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted

April 21, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 18, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

March 23, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES PLANNED RETIREMENT OF DIRECTORS CHUNG HYUN LEE AND JIN CHUL JHUNG

EX-99.1 2 ex991-directorsretirementp.htm EX-99.1 News Release HOPE BANCORP ANNOUNCES PLANNED RETIREMENT OF DIRECTORS CHUNG HYUN LEE AND JIN CHUL JHUNG LOS ANGELES - March 23, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE), the holding company of Bank of Hope (the “Bank”), today announced that Chung Hyun Lee and Jin Chul Jhung have each advised the board of directors of their decision not

March 23, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 18, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

March 1, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact

March 1, 2021 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of the Registrant+

EXHIBIT 21.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. LIST OF WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES 1.Bank of Hope, a California state chartered commercial bank 2.Nara Capital Trust III 3.Nara Statutory Trust IV 4.Nara Statutory Trust V 5.Nara Statutory Trust VI 6.Center Capital Trust I 7.Wilshire Statutory Trust II 8.Wilshire Statutory Trust III 9.Wilshire Statutory Trust IV 10.Saehan Capital Trust I 11.Hope Scholarship Foundatio

February 12, 2021 SC 13G/A

SCHEDULE 13G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5 )* Hope Bancorp Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 43940T109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sched

February 11, 2021 EX-99.1

1 2021 KBW Virtual Winter Financial Services Symposium Virtual Meeting February 11 – 12, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance o

EX-99.1 2 hope-kbw2021conf.htm EX-99.1 1 2021 KBW Virtual Winter Financial Services Symposium Virtual Meeting February 11 – 12, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Ac

February 11, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 11, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employ

February 10, 2021 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 10)*

SC 13G/A 1 tv01076-hopebancorpinc.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 10)* Name of issuer: Hope Bancorp Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 43940T109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2020 Check the appropriate box to designate

January 27, 2021 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - January 26, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 27, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 26, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

January 27, 2021 EX-99.3

1 2020 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, January 27, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that

EX-99.3 4 hope-2020earningsconfere.htm EX-99.3 1 2020 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, January 27, 2021 2 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933,

January 27, 2021 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

EX-99.2 3 ex992-q42020dividend.htm EX-99.2 News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - January 26, 2021 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about February 19, 2021 to all stockholders of record as of the close of bus

November 4, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as spe

October 21, 2020 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - October 20, 2020 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about November 13, 2020 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 30, 2020. Investor Confere

October 21, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 20, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

October 21, 2020 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - October 20, 2020 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

October 21, 2020 EX-99.3

2020 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, October 21, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that con

hope-2020q3earningsconfe 2020 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, October 21, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward‐looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

October 15, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 13, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

August 26, 2020 EX-99.1

D.A. Davidson & Co. West Coast Bank Tour 2020 Virtual Conference August 26, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company

EX-99.1 2 hope-dadcowestcoastbankt.htm EX-99.1 D.A. Davidson & Co. West Coast Bank Tour 2020 Virtual Conference August 26, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward‐looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of

August 26, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 August 26, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

August 10, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specifie

July 31, 2020 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

EX-99.2 3 hope-06302020ex992.htm EX-99.2 News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - July 30, 2020 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about August 24, 2020 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business o

July 31, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 30, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer I

July 31, 2020 EX-99.3

2020 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Friday, July 31 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitut

hope-2020q2earningsconfe 2020 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call Friday, July 31 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward‐looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

July 31, 2020 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - July 30, 2020 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

June 24, 2020 10-K/A

Annual Report - 10-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A Amendment No. 1 ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 000-50245 HOPE BAN

June 11, 2020 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 9, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Id

May 14, 2020 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14a PROXY STATEMENT Pursuant to Section 14(A) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Definitive Proxy State

May 11, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specifi

April 29, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 28, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

April 29, 2020 EX-99.3

2020 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, April 29, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that const

hope2020q1earningsconfer 2020 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Wednesday, April 29, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward‐looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

April 29, 2020 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

EX-99.2 3 hope-03312020ex992.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - April 28, 2020 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about May 22, 2020 to all stockholders of record as of the close of busines

April 29, 2020 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 29, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer

April 29, 2020 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

EX-99.1 2 hope-03312020ex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2020 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - April 28, 2020 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HOPE), the holding company of Bank of Hope (the “Bank”), today reported unaudited financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2020. For the three months ended March 31, 2020, net income totaled $2

March 3, 2020 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 28, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employ

February 26, 2020 EX-4.11

Description of Securities Registered Under Section 12 of the Exchange Act+

EXHIBIT 4.11 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 As of December 31, 2019, Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“the Company”) had one class of security registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), our common stock, par value $0.001 per share (“Common Stock”). Description of Common

February 26, 2020 EX-10.10

Affiliate Agreement between Hope Bancorp, Inc. and Bank of Hope (incorporated by reference to the 10-K filed with the SEC on February 26, 2020)*

EX-10.10 3 a10-kxex101012x31x2019.htm EXHIBIT 10.10 EXHIBIT 10.10

February 26, 2020 EX-10.11

Tax Sharing Agreement among Hope Bancorp, Inc and Bank of Hope (incorporated by reference to the 10-K filed with the SEC on February 26, 2020)*

EX-10.11 4 a10-kxex101112x31x2019.htm EXHIBIT 10.11 EXHIBIT 10.11

February 26, 2020 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of the Registrant+

EX-21.1 5 a10-kxex21112x31x2019.htm EXHIBIT 21.1 EXHIBIT 21.1 HOPE BANCORP, INC. LIST OF WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES 1. Bank of Hope, a California state chartered commercial bank 2. Nara Capital Trust III 3. Nara Statutory Trust IV 4. Nara Statutory Trust V 5. Nara Statutory Trust VI 6. Center Capital Trust I 7. Wilshire Statutory Trust II 8. Wilshire Statutory Trust III 9. Wilshire Statutory Trust

February 26, 2020 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 000-50245 HOPE BANCORP, INC. (Exact

February 12, 2020 SC 13G/A

BBCN / BBCN Bancorp Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* HOPE BANCORP INC (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 43940T109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2019 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedu

February 12, 2020 SC 13G/A

BBCN / BBCN Bancorp Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv0792-hopebancorpinc.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 9)* Name of issuer: Hope Bancorp Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 43940T109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2019 Check the appropriate box to designate the

January 23, 2020 EX-99.1

HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2019 FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

Page 1-1-1 NASDAQ: HOPE News Release HOPE BANCORP REPORTS 2019 FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS LOS ANGELES - January 22, 2020 - Hope Bancorp, Inc.

January 23, 2020 EX-99.2

HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE

News Release HOPE BANCORP DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.14 PER SHARE LOS ANGELES - January 22, 2019 - Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about February 21, 2020 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 7, 2020. Investor Confere

January 23, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 22, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HOPE BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-50245 95-4849715 (State of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employe

January 23, 2020 EX-99.3

2019 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call Thursday, January 23, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that con

EX-99.3 4 hope2019q4earningsconfer.htm EXHIBIT 99.3 2019 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call Thursday, January 23, 2020 1 Forward Looking Statements & Additional Disclosures This presentation may contain statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company that constitute forward‐looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933

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