BankAtlantic Bancorp to Issue Third Quarter, 2006 Earnings Results.

To Host and Webcast Investor and Media Teleconference Call

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BBX) announced today that it would post its financial performance results for the third quarter of 2006 in a press release to be issued after the market closes on Wednesday, October 18, 2006. BankAtlantic Bancorp will host an investor and media teleconference call and webcast on Thursday, October 19, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. (Eastern Time).

Teleconference Call Information:

To access the teleconference call in the U.S. and Canada, the toll free number to call is 1-800-968-8156. International calls may be placed to 706-634-5752. Domestic and international callers may reference PIN number 7550253.

A replay of the conference call will be available beginning two hours after the call's completion through 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Friday, November 17, 2006. To access the replay option in the U.S. and Canada, the toll free number to call is 1-800-642-1687. International calls for the replay may be placed at 706-645-9291. The replay digital PIN number for both domestic and international calls is 7550253.

Webcast Information:

Alternatively, individuals may listen to the live and/or archived webcast of the teleconference call. To listen to the webcast, visit www.BankAtlanticBancorp.com, access the "Investor Relations" section and click on the "Webcast" navigation link, or go directly to http://www.visualwebcaster.com/event.asp?id=35860. The archive of the teleconference call will be available through 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Friday, November 17, 2006.

BankAtlantic Bancorp's third quarter, 2006 earnings results press release and financial summary, as well as the Supplemental Financials (a detailed summary of significant financial events and extensive business segment financial data), will be available on its website at: www.BankAtlanticBancorp.com.

* To view the financial summary, access the "Investor Relations" section and click on the "Quarterly Financials" navigation link.

* To view the Supplemental Financials, access the "Investor Relations" section and click on the "Supplemental Financials" navigation link.

Copies of BankAtlantic Bancorp's third quarter, 2006 earnings results press release and financial summary, and the Supplemental Financials will also be made available upon request via fax, email, or postal service mail. To request a copy, contact BankAtlantic Bancorp's Investor Relations department using the contact information listed below.

About BankAtlantic Bancorp:

BankAtlantic Bancorp (NYSE:BBX) is a diversified financial services holding company and the parent company of BankAtlantic and Ryan Beck & Co. Through these subsidiaries, BankAtlantic Bancorp provides a full line of products and services encompassing consumer and commercial banking, brokerage and investment banking.

About BankAtlantic:

BankAtlantic, "Florida's Most Convenient Bank" is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Florida and provides a comprehensive offering of banking services and products via its broad network of community stores and its online banking division - BankAtlantic.com. BankAtlantic has over 80 stores and operates more than 250 conveniently located ATMs. BankAtlantic is open 7 days a week and offers holiday hours, extended weekday hours, including several stores open until midnight, Totally Free Online Banking & Bill Pay, 24/7 Customer Service Center, Totally Free Change Exchange coin counters and free retail and business checking with a free gift.

About Ryan Beck & Co.:

Founded in 1946, Ryan Beck & Co., Inc. provides financial advice and innovative solutions to individuals, institutions and corporate clients through the activities of approximately 1,100 employees in 43 offices located in 14 states. For individual investors, the firm's Private Client Group provides a full range of financial services, including investment consulting, retirement plans, insurance and investment advisory services. Institutional clients benefit from the market making, underwriting and distribution activities of the firm's experienced Capital Markets Group, which encompasses equity and fixed income trading and institutional sales as well as research. Through its Investment Banking Groups, Ryan Beck raises capital and provides financial advisory services to financial institutions, middle market companies and municipalities.

For further information, please visit our websites:
www.BankAtlanticBancorp.com
www.BankAtlantic.com
www.RyanBeck.com

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BankAtlantic Bancorp Contact Info:
Donna Rouzeau, Assistant Vice President, Investor Relations &
Corporate Communications
Email: [e-mail]
Leo Hinkley, Senior Vice President, Investor Relations
Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Mailing Address: BankAtlantic Bancorp, Investor Relations
2100 West Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309