Old National Bank Awarded Bauer Financial 5-Star Superior Rating for Financial Strength and Stability
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Old National Bank (NASDAQ: ONB), a subsidiary of Old National Bancorp, received Bauer Financial’s 5-Star “Superior” rating, the firm’s highest mark for financial strength and stability.
Old National reports approximately $73 billion in assets and $39 billion in assets under management, ranking among the top 25 U.S. banking companies by headquarters location.
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News Market Reaction – ONB
In the Jun 11 session, ONB gained 1.31%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28 | Leadership appointment | Positive | -0.4% | New C&I Banking president announced amid executive transition. |
| May 13 | Branding initiative | Positive | +0.6% | Launch of Team Old National golf ambassador program. |
| May 13 | Dividend declaration | Positive | +0.6% | Quarterly cash dividends on common and preferred shares. |
| May 04 | Community outreach | Positive | -1.2% | Participation in U.S. Treasury financial literacy roundtable. |
| Apr 22 | Earnings release | Positive | +0.5% | 1Q26 results with solid earnings and loan growth metrics. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent corporate and community news has mostly seen small, directionally consistent price moves, though positive reputational items have twice coincided with modest next-day pullbacks.
Over the past few months, ONB has reported several milestones, including 1Q26 results with net income of $229.6 million and diluted EPS of $0.59, plus loan growth and share repurchases. It declared regular common and preferred dividends and highlighted community and financial literacy initiatives. Leadership changes in Commercial & Industrial Banking and branding efforts like golf ambassadors reinforced growth and engagement themes, providing a stable backdrop for today’s 5-star financial strength recognition.
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EVANSVILLE, Ind., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: ONB) – Old National Bank, a wholly-owned banking subsidiary of Old National Bancorp (“Old National”), has been awarded Bauer Financials’ 5-Star “Superior” rating, the highest distinction for financial strength and stability.
Bauer Financial, Inc., (“Bauer Financial”) is the nation’s leading independent bank rating firm whose 5-Star “Superior” rating recognizes institutions with exceptional financial performance, and are considered among the strongest in the country.
“This recognition reinforces the disciplined way we manage our business and the trust our clients place in us each and every day,” said Jim Ryan, Chairman and CEO of Old National. “We remain focused on long-term strength, prudent risk management, and consistently delivering value for our clients and communities. We are proud to be recognized as one of the nation’s strongest financial institutions.”
Old National’s performance reflects a long-standing commitment to cultivating relationships, disciplined lending, and steady, consistent growth across the Midwest and Southeast. Bauer Financial’s ratings are designed to help consumers understand the overall financial condition of banks and credit unions.
Old National’s financial strength supports its ongoing work with individuals, families, and businesses across the communities it serves.
ABOUT OLD NATIONAL
Old National Bancorp (NASDAQ: ONB) is the holding company of Old National Bank. As the fifth largest commercial bank headquartered in the Midwest, Old National proudly serves clients primarily in the Midwest and Southeast. With approximately
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