Risk Factors Update Summary
- The company could be adversely affected by weakness in residential and commercial real estate markets.
- Increased use of mobile and cloud technologies heightens operational risks due to remote work.
- Risks related to operation as a financial holding company were significantly expanded, including regulatory violations and loss of pass-through tax treatment.
- The Federal Reserve raised interest rates in 2022 and 2023. Future changes in monetary policy are uncertain.
- The company funded approximately 10,570 PPP loans totaling $1.19 billion during the PPP duration.
- SEC rules now require disclosure of material cybersecurity incidents within four business days.
- Risks related to the economy were detailed, including impacts of global conditions, inflation, and terrorist attacks.
- Inflation may adversely impact the fair value of investments. Future inflation could negatively affect operations.
- Risks related to regulation, supervision, and compliance structure were emphasized, highlighting dependence on key personnel.
- Climate change poses physical and financial risks, affecting energy use and financial conditions.
- Failure to raise the U.S. federal debt limit could lead to default, market volatility, and increased borrowing costs.
- The company agreed to repurchase outstanding principal and interest under PPP loans in certain circumstances.
- The company faces risks and challenges related to the development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Changes to SBA Section 7(a) Program may impact loan origination volume. Recent SOP revisions may negatively affect business.
- Loss of SBA 7(a) lending licenses could impact loan origination fees and profitability.
- The company may experience negative impacts due to the termination of activities conducted by Newtek Technology Solutions.
- Changes in SBA regulations could impact loan origination, servicing, and liquidation, affecting financial results.
- The company's CEO beneficially owns approximately 5.3% of the company's common stock.
- Failure to comply with SBA regulations may result in the transfer of liability on SBA guaranty, impacting operations.
- The company's ability to generate gains from the sale of loans may decrease due to future issuances of common stock.
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