IRVINE, Calif.— (BUSINESS WIRE)—Pacific Premier Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: PPBI) (the “Company” or “Pacific Premier”), the holding company of Pacific Premier Bank, National Association (the “Bank” or "Pacific Premier Bank"), announced today that the Company was named as one of the 100 Best Banks in America on the 2025 Forbes’ list of “America’s Best Banks.” The list by Forbes evaluates the 200 largest publicly-traded banks and thrifts by assets based on eleven metrics measuring growth, capital, asset quality, and profitability measures for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024, as well as stock performance in the 12 months ended January 10, 2025. Additionally, Pacific Premier was ranked in the top ten on the annual Forbes list in three of the last five years.

“We are excited to be recognized as one of the top 100 on Forbes’ America’s Best Banks list,” said Steve Gardner, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President of Pacific Premier. “Our team produced solid results in 2024, ending the year on a high note, whereas fourth quarter new loan production reached the highest level in over two years. Pacific Premier’s consistent performance is a testament to our colleagues’ tireless efforts. Looking ahead, we are encouraged about our prospects for attracting new business, strengthening existing client relationships, serving as a source of strength for our communities, and creating long-term value for our stockholders.”

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