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U.S. Bank has been recognized as a top supporter of veterans and military families, ranking #10 in the Military Times Best for Vets 2024 Employers list for the third consecutive year. Through its Driven to Serve program, the bank has donated 50 payment-free vehicles with Freedom Alliance and 80 vehicles overall since 2018. The bank has also donated 28 mortgage-free homes to veterans since 2013, with two more planned for 2024, and funded 29 critical home repair projects since 2017. The bank supports over 2,000 military and veteran employees and has hosted 42 employee events through its Proud to Service chapters in 2024. Additionally, U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance has provided significant funding for veteran housing projects, including $281 million in debt and $106 million in equity for affordable housing in California.

U.S. Bank has launched a new travel booking platform, the U.S. Bank Travel Center with Booking.com, powered by Rocket Travel by Agoda. The platform allows credit cardholders to book hotels, flights, and rental cars while offering access to over 2.4 million properties worldwide through Booking Holdings brands. The service features special travel discounts, 24/7 support, same-day booking capability, and enhanced site navigation. Additional benefits include cash-back deals, merchant discount offers, and Paze℠, a secure online checkout solution using tokenization technology.

U.S. Bank participated in Habitat for Humanity's 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, contributing 150 employees to build 30 affordable homes in St. Paul, Minnesota. The project is part of The Heights, a development that will include 1,000 housing units and create 1,000 jobs. As a diamond sponsor, U.S. Bank, through its Impact Finance division, has invested over $137.6 million in Habitat projects nationwide since 2008, creating over 3,901 housing units. In 2023, U.S. Bank provided $1.9 million in corporate contributions and foundation giving to Habitat, with employees volunteering more than 6,000 hours.

U.S. Bank branch manager Anthony Winfield, a former Air Force veteran, transitioned to banking after a 13-year military career cut short by injuries sustained in Afghanistan. After a rocket explosion at Bagram Airfield left him with partial deafness, nerve damage, and back injuries, Winfield received a medical retirement. Following six years in auto sales, he joined U.S. Bank in January 2023 as a branch manager in Parma, Ohio, where he now works with his certified service dog, Maizy, who helps him manage his service-related injuries.

U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) has announced its schedule for 2026 quarterly earnings conference calls. The calls are scheduled for: First Quarter on April 16 at 7 a.m. CT, Second Quarter on July 16 at 7 a.m. CT, Third Quarter on October 15 at 8 a.m. CT, and Fourth Quarter on January 19, 2027 at 8 a.m. CT. The company also reaffirmed previously announced timing for 2024 and 2025 quarterly calls. Detailed announcements confirming dates and times will be issued approximately two weeks before each release.

U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB) has announced a reduction in its prime lending rate from 8.00% to 7.75%. The new rate will be implemented across all U.S. Bank locations starting November 8, 2024.

U.S. Bank's Small Business specialist sales manager Pete Bardonaro combines his professional expertise with community service as president of the Englewood Little League's Challenger Baseball League in Dayton, Ohio. The adaptive league serves children with disabilities aged 4 to 22, creating custom solutions like mechanical bats to enable participation. This initiative is featured in U.S. Bank's 'Beyond the Banker' series, which highlights employees' community involvement outside their banking roles.

U.S. Bank and Operation HOPE have partnered to launch a new HOPE Inside Financial Wellness initiative at the Slauson and Crenshaw branch in Los Angeles. The program features Christopher Santiago as the financial coach, offering free financial education and coaching services to community members and small businesses. The branch, designated as U.S. Bank's first Black Heritage Community branch, includes a dedicated Community room reflecting the Crenshaw District's cultural heritage.

The partnership aims to improve financial wellness for low- and moderate-income families through the HOPE 700-Credit-Score-Communities initiative, offering monthly workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions. This location is part of U.S. Bank's expansion in California, with a total of 10 HOPE Inside locations across six states providing free credit and money management education.

U.S. Bank hosted a signature employee celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at the National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood. The event featured discussions about Hispanic culture and success, with over 125 employees attending in person and hundreds more via livestream. The U.S. Bank Foundation has invested nearly $200,000 in the museum since 2018, supporting its 20,000-piece collection and educational programs. The bank is expanding its Hispanic-focused initiatives through U.S. Bank Access Commitment®, including hiring bilingual mortgage loan officers and Business Access Advisors, and developing Spanish-language services like Asitente Inteligente.