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Columbia Banking System, Inc. (Nasdaq: COLB) delivers comprehensive financial services through its Umpqua Bank subsidiary across the Northwestern and Western United States. This news hub provides investors and stakeholders with essential updates on the regional banking leader’s strategic initiatives and market developments.
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Key updates include regulatory filings, leadership announcements, and service enhancements across personal banking, business solutions, and trust services. Bookmark this page to monitor Columbia Bank’s progress in maintaining cost efficiencies while expanding its footprint in high-growth Western markets.
Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ: COLB) has completed its acquisition of Pacific Premier Bancorp (NASDAQ: PPBI), significantly expanding its presence in Southern California. The merger creates a substantial western U.S. financial institution with $70 billion in assets, $50 billion in loans, and $56 billion in deposits.
The combined entity will operate over 350 locations across eight western states. Former Pacific Premier CEO Steve Gardner and two directors have joined Columbia's Board. The transaction involved a 0.9150 share exchange ratio, with Pacific Premier stockholders now representing approximately 30% of Columbia's shareholders. Systems integration is expected to complete in Q1 2026.
Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:COLB) has scheduled its third quarter 2025 earnings release for Thursday, October 30, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call and webcast for investors and analysts at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) on the same day.
Management will present the Q3 2025 financial results and provide updates on recent activities, followed by a live Q&A session. Participants can register for the call to receive dial-in details and unique PINs, or join the listen-only audiocast. A replay will be available through Columbia's investor relations webpage.
Columbia Bank (NASDAQ:COLB) has appointed Ivan Seda as Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer, effective August 25, 2025. Seda joins Columbia with extensive financial services experience, having previously served as CFO at Union Bank, Head of Financial Planning & Analysis at MUFG Americas, and Deputy CFO at BECU.
In his new role, Seda will be responsible for advancing Columbia's financial strategy, driving performance management, and supporting long-term growth objectives. He holds a Master's in Accounting and Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Washington, along with CFA designation and former CPA certification.
Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:COLB) announced its participation in the upcoming Barclays 23rd Annual Global Financial Services Conference. Company representatives will deliver a presentation on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. ET.
Investors can access both the live audiocast and replay of the presentation through the "News & Market Data – Event Calendar" section on Columbia's investor relations website. The presentation may include forward-looking statements about the company's business and prospects.
Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:COLB) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.36 per common share. The dividend will be paid on September 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 29, 2025. This announcement demonstrates Columbia's commitment to providing regular returns to its shareholders.
Columbia Banking System (Nasdaq: COLB) and Pacific Premier Bancorp (Nasdaq: PPBI) have secured all necessary regulatory approvals for their previously announced all-stock merger. The transaction, initially revealed on April 23, 2025, is set to close around August 31, 2025.
Key approvals were obtained from the Federal Reserve System, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services. Shareholders of both companies had already approved the merger on July 21, 2025. The integration will strengthen Columbia's market position across the Western United States.
Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:COLB) reported strong Q2 2025 results with net income of $152 million and diluted EPS of $0.73. The bank's performance showed significant improvement with net interest margin expanding to 3.75%, up 15 basis points from Q1. Net interest income increased by $21 million, driven by higher yields on loans and securities.
The bank maintained strong credit quality with non-performing assets at 0.35% of total assets and net charge-offs at 0.31%. Total assets reached $51.9 billion, with loans at $37.6 billion and deposits at $41.7 billion. The company continues to progress with its planned acquisition of Pacific Premier Bancorp, expecting to close by September 2025, pending regulatory approvals.
Notable developments include the opening of three new branches, a successful deposit campaign generating $450 million in new deposits, and maintaining a strong capital position with an estimated total risk-based capital ratio of 13.0%.
Columbia Banking System (Nasdaq: COLB) and Pacific Premier Bancorp (Nasdaq: PPBI) have secured shareholder and stockholder approvals for their proposed acquisition. The milestone represents significant progress in Columbia's plan to acquire Pacific Premier, strengthening their combined presence across the Western United States.
Both Clint Stein, Columbia's President and CEO, and Steve Gardner, Pacific Premier's Chairman, CEO and President, expressed enthusiasm about the merger's potential to enhance market leadership and customer service capabilities. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close later in 2025.
Columbia Banking System (Nasdaq: COLB), the parent company of Umpqua Bank, has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release and conference call. The company will release its Q2 2025 financial results on Thursday, July 24, 2025, after market close.
A conference call for investors and analysts will be held the same day at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Management will present the financial results and provide updates on recent activities, followed by a live Q&A session. Participants can register for either the dial-in call or listen-only audiocast, with recommended joining time 10 minutes before the start.