Guild Holdings Soars 28.37% on Loan Growth, Acquisition

Guild Holdings' stock price surged by 28.37% in pre-market trading on June 19, 2025, reflecting a significant increase in investor confidence and optimism about the company's future prospects.

Guild Holdings reported a 35% year-over-year increase in loan originations, reaching $5.2 billion in the first quarter of 2025. This growth was driven by a more than doubled loan officer headcount since the end of 2020, contributing to the company's expansion strategy. The servicing portfolio also grew to over $94 billion, providing financial stability and supporting the 'customers for life' strategy.

Despite the positive developments, Guild Holdings faced challenges such as a decrease in net revenue to $198 million compared to $232 million in the prior year. The company also reported a net loss of $24 million attributable to Guild Holdings, compared to a net income of $28 million in the prior year. A downward valuation adjustment of MSRs due to interest rate declines resulted in a $70 million loss, and the servicing segment reported a net loss of $5 million compared to a net income of $84 million in the prior year's first quarter.

The acquisition deal with Bayview Asset Management, valued at $1.3 billion, has also contributed to the surge in Guild Holdings' stock price. This acquisition is expected to further strengthen the company's market position and drive future growth.