The trouble stems from the July 30, 2026, earnings report, where Coastal Financial revealed a quarterly net loss of $42.1 million. This deficit was fueled by $68.8 million in credit expenses linked to one partner. The figure includes a $22.8 million provision for credit losses alongside a $46.0 million valuation adjustment to a credit enhancement asset. Management conceded that recovery of these amounts through indemnification is unlikely.

Johnson Fistel is seeking to determine if these disclosures, which wiped out nearly half of the firm's market value, warrant legal recovery for investors. Shareholders who incurred losses are invited to contact Jim Baker at (619) 814-4471 or via email at [email protected] to discuss potential claims. The firm, which handles securities class action lawsuits nationwide, notes that this investigation is ongoing and offered at no initial cost to participants.