Strategic Transition to Community Banking
BayFirst Financial Corp. is exiting the SBA 7(a) lending business, which previously contributed to operating losses, and selling a large portion of this portfolio to Banesco USA. The transition aims to refocus on being a premier community bank in the Tampa Bay area.
Increase in Deposit Balances
Total deposit balances increased by $7.7 million or 0.7% during the third quarter of 2025 and by $59.3 million or 5.3% over the past year to $1.17 billion, with more than 84% of deposits insured by the FDIC.
Net Charge-offs Reduction
Net charge-offs, primarily from unguaranteed SBA 7(a) balances, were $3.3 million, which was a reduction of $3.5 million compared to the second quarter.