Embassy Bank for the Lehigh Valley Named “Best Bank” in The Morning Call’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards For the 11th Time
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Embassy Bank for the Lehigh Valley (NYSE:EMYB) was named “Best Bank” in The Morning Call’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards on Oct. 22, 2025, marking its 11th win and highlighting community trust and service.
Other 2025 recognitions include Best Bank & Best Mortgage Company (Who’s Who in Business, fourth consecutive year) and a 5-star rating from Bauer Financial. Per the FDIC Summary of Deposits (June 30, 2025), Embassy ranks fourth in deposit market share across Lehigh and Northampton Counties and was the only top-four bank to gain market share during the reporting period.
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- 11th Readers’ Choice “Best Bank” award (Oct 22, 2025)
- Best Bank & Best Mortgage titles for fourth consecutive year
- 5-star Bauer Financial rating for financial strength
- Ranks 4th in deposit market share (Lehigh & Northampton Counties)
- Only top-four bank to increase market share in reporting period (Jun 30, 2025)
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News Market Reaction – EMYB
In the Oct 22 session, EMYB declined 0.29%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
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BETHLEHEM, Pa., Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Embassy Bank for the Lehigh Valley has been named “Best Bank” in The Morning Call’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, marking its 11th win and reaffirming its commitment to exceptional service and community values.
“We are deeply honored to receive this recognition from our community,” said David M. Lobach, Jr., Chairman, President and CEO of Embassy Bank. “Winning this award for the 11th time is a testament to the trust our customers place in us and the dedication of our entire team. We’re proud to be a true Lehigh Valley bank — built here, based here, and focused on serving the people who live here.”
Additional Honors in 2025
Earlier this year, Embassy was named Best Bank & Best Mortgage Company in the Who’s Who in Business survey by Lehigh Valley Style magazine — its fourth consecutive year earning both titles. Additionally, Bauer Financial awarded Embassy a 5-star rating, recognizing its superior financial strength and stability.
Continued Market Share Growth
According to the FDIC’s Summary of Deposits as of June 30, 2025, Embassy Bank continues to grow its presence in the Lehigh Valley. The bank now ranks fourth in total deposit market share across Lehigh and Northampton Counties combined — and notably, it was the only bank among the top four to increase its market share during the reporting period. While other institutions saw declines, Embassy’s growth underscores its strong customer relationships and expanding footprint in the region.
About Embassy Bank
Embassy Bank For the Lehigh Valley, a subsidiary of Embassy Bancorp, Inc., is a full-service community bank with over
Contact:
David M. Lobach, Jr.
Chairman, President and CEO
(610) 882-8800
