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Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS), the holding company for Webster Bank, N.A., regularly issues news and updates that reflect its activities as a commercial bank and financial holding company. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Webster reports on developments across its three differentiated lines of business: Commercial Banking, Healthcare Financial Services, and Consumer Banking.
This news page highlights company announcements such as quarterly earnings releases, details on earnings conference calls, and commentary from senior leadership on financial performance. Investors can review press releases reporting net income, revenue, segment results, and other financial metrics, as well as information about dividends declared on common and preferred stock.
Webster also publishes news on changes to its prime lending rate, reflecting adjustments in its lending reference rate over time. In addition, the company reports on corporate actions and strategic steps, including capital markets transactions such as the issuance of subordinated notes, and acquisitions within its Healthcare Financial Services segment, such as HSA Bank’s acquisition of SecureSave.
Updates from divisions like HSA Bank and Ametros appear in the news flow, including reports on member impact, account growth, and enhancements to healthcare-related financial and administrative services. Governance and leadership items, such as board appointments and executive role changes, are also disclosed through press releases and related filings.
By reviewing this page, readers can follow Webster’s periodic financial reporting, capital and funding activities, healthcare-related initiatives, and other material corporate developments associated with the WBS stock.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS), based in Stamford, CT, announced an increase in its prime lending rate from 3.25% to 3.50%, effective March 17, 2022. This adjustment reflects the bank's response to economic conditions and the need to align its lending practices accordingly. Webster Bank, a prominent commercial bank in the Northeast with $65 billion in assets, operates across various financial sectors, including Commercial, Consumer Banking, and HSA Bank services.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) has announced its 2022 annual meeting of shareholders, set for April 28, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. EDT, to be conducted virtually. Shareholders must be registered by March 3, 2022 to participate. The proxy statement will provide further details on accessing the meeting. Webster, headquartered in Stamford, CT, operates across three business lines: Commercial Banking, Consumer Banking, and HSA Bank, with total assets exceeding $65 billion. The meeting underscores the company's commitment to shareholder engagement and transparency.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Bend Financial, a leader in cloud-based health savings account (HSA) solutions. This acquisition aims to enhance HSA Bank's capabilities by leveraging Bend's innovative technology to improve the digital experience for clients. As of December 31, 2021, HSA Bank reported $11.1 billion in total footings. The acquisition supports HSA Bank's mission to simplify healthcare savings for its three million members nationwide, reinforcing its position in the competitive healthcare finance market.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) announced the acquisition of Bend Financial, Inc., a cloud-based HSA platform provider, aiming to enhance HSA Bank's client experience with advanced technology. Bend will continue its operations while integrating its user-centric offerings to benefit HSA Bank consumers. This move is expected to accelerate Webster's goal of simplifying healthcare savings for consumers. The transaction's terms were undisclosed, with completion anticipated in Q1 2022.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) and Sterling Bancorp have completed their merger, establishing one of the largest commercial banks in the Northeast with approximately $65 billion in assets and $53 billion in deposits. The merger enhances Webster's funding base, including its HSA Bank division, and expands its geographic footprint. Shareholders of Sterling received 0.4630 shares of Webster common stock for each share held. The new headquarters is in Stamford, CT, with a commitment to community engagement and improved client experiences.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) reported earnings of $108.4 million ($1.20 per diluted share) for Q4 2021, a significant increase from $57.7 million ($0.64 per share) in Q4 2020. Full-year earnings reached $398.7 million ($4.42 per share), reflecting strong loan growth of 4.1% and a 7.9% rise in revenue totaling $316.9 million. The company anticipates closing its merger with Sterling soon, aiming to enhance its market position. 2021's net interest margin stood at 2.73%, despite a 0.6% drop in deposits.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE:WBS) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share on its common stock, payable on February 11, 2022, to shareholders on record as of January 28, 2022. The company also announced a quarterly cash dividend of $328.125 per share on its Series F Preferred Stock, payable on March 15, 2022, to shareholders on record by March 1, 2022. With total assets of $35.4 billion, Webster Bank offers various banking services through 130 centers and 254 ATMs.
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) has announced its fourth quarter 2021 earnings release and conference call scheduled for January 20, 2022. The earnings release will be available at approximately 7:30 a.m. Eastern, followed by a conference call at 9:00 a.m. Eastern. Participants can dial in using 877-407-8289 or access the call via webcast on Webster's Investor Relations website. A replay of the call will be available shortly after completion.
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KBRA has assigned several ratings to Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS), including a senior unsecured debt rating of A- and a subordinated debt rating of BBB+. Webster Bank, N.A., its principal subsidiary, received deposit and senior unsecured debt ratings of A. The ratings are influenced by Webster's efficient regional banking model, particularly the competitive HSA Bank division with $10.8 billion in footings. The impending merger with Sterling Bancorp (NYSE: STL) is expected to enhance Webster's scale and earnings power, with the merger anticipated to close in early February 2022.
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