American Business Bank Ranked Among Top Performing OTCQX Companies

The regional bank was recognized for its strong performance on the OTCQX Best Market in 2025.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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American Business Bank (ABB), a regional bank headquartered in Los Angeles, has been ranked among the top 50 performing companies traded on the OTCQX Best Market in 2026. The bank was recognized for its strong financial performance and growth in 2025, including its focus on serving middle-market businesses across Southern California.

Why it matters

This recognition highlights ABB's success in navigating the evolving business landscape and providing customized financial solutions to its regional client base. As a middle-market focused bank, ABB's inclusion on the prestigious OTCQX Best 50 list demonstrates its ability to thrive in a competitive market.

The details

ABB, which holds a large regional footprint in Southern California, was ranked in the OTCQX Best 50 list based on its one-year total return and average daily dollar volume growth in 2025. The bank is focused on delivering flexible, innovative financial services to help businesses grow, including business loans, lines of credit, treasury management, and deposit solutions.

  • ABB was ranked in the 2026 OTCQX Best 50 list, which was published on January 15, 2026.
  • The ranking was based on the bank's performance in the 2025 calendar year.

The players

American Business Bank

A regional bank headquartered in downtown Los Angeles that offers a wide range of financial services to middle-market businesses, including wholesalers, manufacturers, service businesses, professionals, and non-profits.

Leon Blankstein

The Chief Executive Officer, President and Director of American Business Bank.

Eric Dole

The recently promoted Executive Vice President of Corporate Banking at American Business Bank, who has decided to resume his role as Senior Vice President, Team Lead in the North Orange County office.

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What they’re saying

“We are honored and grateful to be recognized alongside so many successful and thriving companies on this list. This acknowledgment is a true reflection of our team's continued dedication to serving the best middle-market businesses across Southern California.”

— Leon Blankstein, Chief Executive Officer, President and Director (Business Wire)

What’s next

The bank will continue to focus on delivering customized financial solutions to its middle-market client base across Southern California, building on the momentum of its recognition as a top-performing OTCQX company.

The takeaway

American Business Bank's inclusion on the prestigious OTCQX Best 50 list demonstrates its ability to thrive in the competitive middle-market banking space by providing tailored services and expertise to its regional clientele. This recognition underscores the bank's commitment to supporting the growth and success of businesses in Southern California.