KEY PRIVATE BANK NAMED A WINNER FOR 'REGIONAL PRIVATE BANK' AT THE 2026 FAMILY WEALTH REPORT AWARDS

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Key Private Bank (NYSE: KEY) was named a winner for Regional Private Bank at the 2026 Family Wealth Report Awards on May 1, 2026, the third time the firm has received this distinction. The award recognizes client service, local expertise, and sophisticated wealth solutions.

Key Private Bank serves high-net-worth clients across 15 U.S. states and reported approximately $60 billion AUM and $124 billion AUA as of March 31, 2026.

News Market Reaction – KEY

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In the May 1 session, KEY declined 1.09%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights continued industry recognition for Key Private Bank, which managed $60 ...

Analysis

This announcement highlights continued industry recognition for Key Private Bank, which managed $60 billion in AUM and $124 billion in AUA as of March 31, 2026. It fits alongside recent strategic moves such as earnings growth, expansion of middle market banking in Atlanta, and consumer-focused surveys. Investors may watch how the award supports brand strength in high- and ultra-high-net-worth segments, alongside balance-sheet trends, capital returns, and further advisory or geographic expansion.

Key Figures

Key Private Bank AUM: $60 billion Key Private Bank AUA: $124 billion KeyCorp assets: $189 billion +5 more

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Key Private Bank AUM $60 billion At March 31, 2026

Key Private Bank AUA $124 billion At March 31, 2026

KeyCorp assets $189 billion At March 31, 2026

Branches approximately 950 KeyBank branch network in 15 states

ATMs approximately 1,100 KeyBank ATM network

Operating states 15 states KeyBank National Association footprint

Award count 3 Third time Key Private Bank named 'Regional Private Bank' winner

Current price $22.11 Move of 2.03% on award announcement day

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Apr 22 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Apr 22	M&A acquisition	Positive	-0.3%	Announced acquisition of Clearwater UK to expand European advisory reach.
Apr 16	Quarterly earnings	Positive	+0.5%	Reported higher Q1 2026 net income and revenue with stable credit metrics.
Apr 13	Consumer survey	Neutral	+1.2%	Released poll on perceptions of homeownership and financial readiness in 2026.
Apr 06	Consumer survey	Neutral	+0.9%	Published survey on responses to financial pressures and saving behaviors.
Mar 23	Growth initiative	Positive	+1.2%	Launched a new middle market banking team in Atlanta to support Southeast growth.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent news, including earnings, strategic expansion, and surveys, has generally seen modestly positive price reactions, with only the Clearwater UK acquisition drawing a slight negative move.

Recent Company History

Over the past several weeks, KEY has reported multiple developments. On Mar 23, it expanded middle market coverage with a new Atlanta team. Early April brought Financial Mobility Pulse Poll findings on consumer behavior, followed by another poll on homeownership perceptions. On Apr 16, KEY reported stronger Q1 2026 earnings with higher net income and revenue, and on Apr 22 it announced the planned acquisition of Clearwater UK to extend advisory capabilities into Western Europe. Today’s award recognition fits into this broader narrative of strategic growth and brand positioning.

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CLEVELAND, May 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Key Private Bank, the high-net worth and ultra-high-net-worth wealth management segment of KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY), has been selected as a winner for 'Regional Private Bank' at the Thirteenth Annual Family Wealth Report Awards, marking the third time the firm has received this distinction.

Key Private Bank was selected for this award for delivering exceptional results through accountability, deep local expertise, and client-centric planning. Selected from a competitive field of finalist institutions, the award recognizes firms that demonstrate excellence in client service, thoughtful innovation, and the delivery of sophisticated wealth management solutions. Key Private Bank's repeated recognition underscores its long‑standing commitment to helping clients navigate complex financial needs across generations.

The annual Family Wealth Report Awards honor the most innovative and outstanding firms, teams, and individuals serving North America's family offices, family wealth managers, and trusted advisor communities. Winners are selected by an independent panel of judges comprising senior leaders from family offices, private banks, advisory firms, and professional service providers with deep industry expertise.

"Earning this recognition again reflects the strength of our advisors, the depth of our capabilities, and the trust our clients place in us," said Cathy O'Malley Kearney, national director and head of Key Private Bank. "Our focus remains on delivering personalized advice and coordinated solutions that help clients protect, grow, and transfer their wealth with confidence."

Family Wealth Report is a leading industry publication covering trends, best practices, and innovation within the global wealth management and family office sector.

About Key Private Bank

Key Private Bank is a provider of wealth management solutions and advice for high-net worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, including wealth advisory, investment management, trust administration, customized credit, and private banking services. Key's wealth management platform combines the market insights of local advisors with a national team of wealth and investment strategists to deliver personalized advice and expertise to clients. Advisors also leverage partnerships with financial experts to build wealth plans tailored to meet each client's specific need. Key Private Bank's wealth management platform is delivered across 15 of the United States. Key Private Bank has approximately $60 billion in AUM and $124 billion in AUA at March 31, 2026.

About KeyCorp

KeyCorp's roots trace back more than 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation's largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $189 billion at March 31, 2026.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 950 branches and approximately 1,100 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

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FAQ

What did Key Private Bank announce about the Family Wealth Report Awards on May 1, 2026?

Key Private Bank won the Regional Private Bank award at the 2026 Family Wealth Report Awards, its third time receiving this honor. According to Key, the accolade recognizes excellence in client service, local expertise, and delivery of sophisticated wealth management solutions.

How does the Family Wealth Report award affect KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) credibility with high-net-worth clients?

The award signals external recognition of Key Private Bank's client service and expertise. According to Key, the selection reflects advisors' capabilities and the platform's coordinated wealth solutions across 15 states, which may reinforce client trust and advisor credibility.

What AUM and AUA did Key Private Bank report as of March 31, 2026 for investors researching KEY?

Key Private Bank reported approximately $60 billion in AUM and $124 billion in AUA at March 31, 2026. According to Key, these figures reflect assets managed and assets under advice across its wealth management platform.

Where does Key Private Bank deliver wealth management services and how extensive is its footprint?

Key Private Bank delivers services across 15 U.S. states through local advisors and a national strategist team. According to Key, the model combines local market insights with centralized investment and wealth-planning resources for high-net-worth clients.

Who selects winners for the Family Wealth Report Awards and what criteria were cited for Key's recognition?

Winners are chosen by an independent panel of family-office and private-banking leaders. According to Key, selection cited accountability, deep local expertise, client-centric planning, and innovative delivery of sophisticated wealth-management solutions.