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Northwest Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: NWBI) is the bank holding company for Northwest Bank, a full-service financial institution founded in 1896 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. This news page aggregates company-issued updates and market coverage related to Northwest’s banking operations, financial performance and corporate developments.
Readers can find announcements about quarterly and annual financial results, including details on net interest income, net interest margin, provisions for credit losses, noninterest income and noninterest expense. Earnings releases often discuss trends in residential mortgage, home equity, consumer, commercial real estate and commercial loan portfolios, as well as changes in deposits, investments and borrowings.
The news flow for Northwest Bancshares, Inc. also includes information on strategic transactions and corporate actions. For example, the company has reported on the completion of its acquisition of Penns Woods Bancorp, Inc., the related integration of Jersey Shore State Bank and Luzerne Bank into Northwest Bank, and the resulting expansion of its branch network across Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio and Indiana.
Other updates highlight changes in the bank’s prime lending rate, leadership appointments in areas such as legal, treasury and wealth management, and plans for shareholder meetings. Together, these items provide insight into Northwest’s approach to community banking, wealth management, capital and liquidity management, and corporate governance.
Use this page to follow Northwest Bancshares, Inc. news related to financial results, branch footprint changes, rate decisions and management updates. For investors and observers of the savings institutions sector, the coverage here offers context on how Northwest manages its balance sheet, loan mix and broader banking strategy over time.
Northwest Bank (NASDAQ: NWBI) will open a fourth Columbus-area financial center at 2006 N. High Street, adjacent to The Ohio State University, as part of four new Columbus locations slated to open by end of 2026.
The campus-focused center will trial a smaller, teller-free footprint with advanced self-service options, personal banker support, a private meeting space, and a hospitality-focused design. Northwest expects to add 30–40 full-time jobs in Columbus and has created nearly 90 new roles across its footprint since 2025.
Northwest Bancshares (Nasdaq: NWBI) will host a first quarter 2026 earnings conference call on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET. The company plans to release results and supporting financial data after market close on Monday, April 27, 2026.
Live audio webcast and presentation slides will be available in Events & Presentations on the investor relations website; registration is required for the conference call and a replay will be archived online. Attendees are asked to join 15 minutes early.
Northwest Bancshares (Nasdaq: NWBI) will present at the Raymond James 47th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 4, 2026. Louis Torchio, President & CEO, and Douglas Schosser, CFO, will present at 8:05 AM ET on financial performance, transformation, and strategy.
Investors can access a live audio webcast and presentation materials via the event link or the company’s investor relations events page.
Northwest Bank (NASDAQ:NWBI) was named one of Newsweek's America's Best Regional Banks 2026 for the third consecutive year on Feb. 10, 2026. The recognition used large-scale customer surveys, social and mobile app reviews, and media coverage, and Northwest earned a five-star rating.
The award highlights the bank's 130-year community focus and stated commitment to customer service, local economies, and personal banking solutions.
Northwest Bancshares (Nasdaq: NWBI) reported 4Q25 net income of $46.0 million, or $0.31 per diluted share, and adjusted net income (non-GAAP) of $49.0 million, or $0.33 per diluted share. Quarterly total revenue was a record $180 million (+17% YoY) and full‑year revenue was a record $655 million. Net interest margin expanded to 3.69%. Average loans, investments and deposits rose materially, driven by the July 2025 acquisition of Penns Woods. The Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share payable Feb 18, 2026 (record Feb 5), the 125th consecutive quarter of dividend payments.
Northwest Bancshares (Nasdaq: NWBI) will host a conference call to review fourth quarter 2025 financial results on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET.
The company will release fourth quarter 2025 results and supporting financial data after market close on Monday, January 26, 2026. A live audio webcast and presentation slides will be available in the Investor Relations Events & Presentations section of the company's website. The general public can register for the call via the provided registration link; registrants will receive calendar and reminder instructions. A replay of the webcast will be archived in the Investor Relations website.
Shareholders: Northwest anticipates its 2026 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026; additional details will appear in the proxy statement and the company will update if the date changes.
Northwest Bank (NWBI) lowered its prime lending rate to 7.00% from 7.25%, effective October 30, 2025.
The bank's prime rate last changed on September 18, 2025, when it decreased from 7.50% to 7.25%.
Northwest Bancshares (Nasdaq: NWBI) reported 3Q25 GAAP net income of $3 million, or $0.02 per diluted share, versus $34 million, or $0.26, in both prior periods. The company reported record total revenue of $168 million (≈21% YoY) and adjusted net income (non-GAAP) of $41 million, or $0.29 per diluted share. The July 25, 2025 acquisition of Penns Woods added $2.2 billion of assets (including $1.8 billion loans) and increased average balances, NII, and expenses. The Board declared a $0.20 quarterly dividend payable Nov 18, 2025 (record Nov 6), the 124th consecutive quarter, implying ~6.5% annualized yield as of Sept 30, 2025.
Northwest Bank (NASDAQ: NWBI) announced the appointment of Erin Siegfried as chief legal counsel and corporate secretary, effective Oct. 9, 2025.
Siegfried will report to President and CEO Louis Torchio, lead the bank's legal function, provide strategic counsel to management and the Board, and oversee day-to-day legal operations.
She brings almost 30 years of experience, including more than 7 years as deputy general counsel at Huntington National Bank, prior partnership leading corporate and securities at Porter Wright, and expertise in corporate law, securities, executive compensation, governance, and mergers and acquisitions.
Northwest Bancshares (Nasdaq: NWSB) will report third quarter 2025 financial results after market close on Monday, October 27, 2025 and host a conference call and webcast to review results on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. EDT.
The live audio webcast and presentation slides will be available in the Investor Relations > Events & Presentations section of the company website. The public can register for the conference call at the provided Q4 registration link; registrants will receive calendar and reminder instructions. Attendees are asked to join 15 minutes early. A replay of the webcast will be archived in the Investor Relations section.