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Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) is the parent company of Banner Bank, a Washington‑chartered commercial bank serving Western U.S. markets. This news page aggregates company‑issued updates and related coverage so readers can follow Banner’s financial performance, governance decisions and strategic banking activities over time.
News items for Banner Corporation commonly include quarterly and annual earnings releases, where the company discusses net income, net interest income, loan and deposit trends, credit loss provisions and efficiency metrics. These releases often highlight management’s commentary on its super community bank strategy, credit quality, capital position and core deposit base.
Investors and analysts can also find announcements about conference calls and webcasts where Banner reviews results and investor presentations, as well as disclosures on dividend declarations and stock repurchase authorizations approved by the Board of Directors. Governance‑related news, such as amendments to the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct or the appointment of new directors, is typically reported through press releases and corresponding Form 8‑K filings.
Additional coverage may include updates on credit ratings from agencies such as KBRA, corporate responsibility reporting, and leadership changes in key roles like the Chief Risk Officer. Together, these items provide insight into how Banner manages its commercial banking operations, risk frameworks and stakeholder commitments.
For users tracking BANR, this page offers a single location to review Banner Corporation’s official communications and related developments. Regularly reviewing these news items can help readers understand the company’s evolving financial condition, governance actions and strategic priorities within the commercial banking sector.
Banner (NASDAQ: BANR) agreed to acquire Pacific Financial (OTCQX: PFLC) in an all-stock merger announced April 30, 2026. The exchange ratio is 0.2633 Banner shares per Pacific Financial share, implying $17.44 per PFLC share and ~$177 million aggregate value based on Banner's April 29 close.
Post-close the combined company is expected to have ~$18 billion in assets; Pacific Financial shareholders would own ~7% of the combined company and Banner shareholders ~93%. Closing is expected in Q3 2026, subject to approvals.
Banner Bank (NASDAQ:BANR) has been named one of Forbes 100 Best Banks in America for the 10th consecutive year, judged on financial strength, profitability and growth.
Forbes used 11 metrics from S&P Global Market Intelligence covering the 12 months ending Sept 30, 2025 and stock performance through Jan 23, 2025.
Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) reported Q1 2026 net income of $54.7 million ($1.60 diluted share) and revenue of $169.3 million. Net interest margin widened to 4.11%. The Board raised the quarterly cash dividend 4% to $0.52 per share, payable May 15, 2026.
At March 31, 2026, Banner had $16.34 billion in assets, $11.55 billion in net loans and $13.84 billion in deposits; core deposits were 89% of total deposits.
Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) will report first quarter 2026 results after the market close on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Management will host a live conference call and webcast on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. PT (11:00 a.m. ET).
Investors can listen live and access a replay at www.bannerbank.com; investment professionals may dial (800) 715-9871 to participate.
Banner Bank (NASDAQ:BANR) promoted Jennifer Krug to Executive Vice President and Enterprise Operations Executive effective March 26, 2026. Krug will continue to lead enterprise operations, focusing on execution, operational excellence and scalable infrastructure aligned with the bank’s long-term strategy.
Krug joined Banner in 1998, has 32 years of banking experience, has held progressive leadership roles, and reports to Jim Costa, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) appointed Monica O’Reilly and Judith Steiner to its Board of Directors effective March 1, 2026. Both also joined Banner Bank’s board; O’Reilly will serve on Corporate Governance/Nominating and Risk Committees, and Steiner on Credit Risk and Risk Committees.
O’Reilly brings 30+ years in financial services, regulatory compliance, AI and cybersecurity, formerly Vice Chairman and US Financial Services Leader at Deloitte (2020–2025). Steiner brings 30+ years in legal, risk and compliance, including prior service as Banner Bank Chief Risk Officer (2016–2021).
Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) reported Q4 2025 net income of $51.2 million or $1.49 per diluted share and full-year 2025 net income of $195.4 million or $5.64 per diluted share.
Q4 net interest income was $152.4 million and tax-equivalent net interest margin was 4.03%. Total assets were $16.35 billion, net loans $11.56 billion, and deposits $13.74 billion. Allowance for credit losses on loans was $160.3 million (1.37%). Board declared a $0.50 quarterly cash dividend payable Feb 13, 2026. Banner repurchased 249,975 shares in Q4 at an average price of $63.14 per share.
Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) will report its fourth quarter 2025 results after market close on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Management will host a conference call on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. PT / 11:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will be broadcast live via the internet and a replay will be available.
Investors can listen live at www.bannerbank.com. Investment professionals may dial (833) 470-1428 with access code 013437 to participate.
Banner Bank (NASDAQ:BANR) announced on October 16, 2025 that Dan Oxford was promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer. Oxford will lead enterprise-wide risk management, covering Enterprise Risk, Model Risk, Climate Risk, Compliance, Financial Crimes (AML/BSA/OFAC), Fraud, Vendor Risk, Appraisal, and Credit Review teams, and will chair the Bank’s Risk Management Oversight Committee.
Oxford joined Banner in 2010, has 15 years of service, previously served as Senior Vice President, Risk Services Director & Chief Appraiser, and holds an MBA and professional appraisal designations. He reports to the Board Risk Committee and to Jim Costa, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer; Costa previously held the Chief Risk Officer role.
Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) reported Q3 2025 net income of $53.5 million, or $1.54 per diluted share, versus $45.2 million, or $1.30, in Q3 2024. Revenue rose 5% sequentially to $170.7 million and net interest income increased to $150.0 million. Net interest margin (tax equivalent) was 3.98%. Provision for credit losses was $2.7 million in the quarter. Total assets were $16.56 billion, net loans $11.54 billion, and deposits $14.02 billion (core deposits 89%). The board raised the quarterly cash dividend 4% to $0.50 per share, payable Nov 14, 2025. Banner repurchased 250,000 shares at an average $63.11 per share.