WesBanco Inc. operates as a diversified, multi-state bank holding company through WesBanco Bank, providing retail and commercial banking, mortgage banking, trust, brokerage, wealth management and insurance services. News about WSBC commonly centers on quarterly earnings, net interest margin, loan and deposit trends, credit costs, commercial real estate payoffs, and the performance of its Community Banking and Trust and Investment Services businesses.
Company updates also cover market expansion, including commercial banking growth in South Florida; common and Series B preferred stock dividends; executive and risk-management leadership; and recognition tied to regional banking, community reinvestment and customer service. WesBanco's completed Premier Financial acquisition is a recurring context for merger-related expenses, acquired loans and pro forma financial comparisons.
WesBanco (WSBC) reported third-quarter 2026 diluted earnings per share of $0.88, up from the comparable prior-year quarter. Net income available to common shareholders rose to $85.265 million from $81.042 million, while diluted EPS previously was $0.84. Adjusted diluted EPS, excluding after-tax restructuring and merger costs, fell to $0.89 from $0.94.
Net interest income increased 4.7% year-over-year to $226.9 million, and net interest margin rose 7 basis points to 3.60%. Portfolio loans reached $19.9 billion, up 5.1% year-over-year, despite approximately $370 million of quarterly commercial real estate payoffs. Deposits grew 1.5% to $21.6 billion. Non-performing assets rose 9 basis points sequentially to 0.62% of assets. Nine-month common-shareholder earnings increased to $258.096 million from $124.401 million, with diluted EPS rising to $2.67 from $1.39.
WesBanco (NASDAQ: WSBC) announced its banking subsidiary received its ninth consecutive “Outstanding” Community Reinvestment Act rating from the FDIC. The rating is the agency’s highest and evaluates how banks meet community credit needs, including in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. The latest evaluation covered November 14, 2022, through May 11, 2026, across seven states.
The evaluation highlighted more than 320 community development loans totaling approximately $1.6 billion, along with more than $204 million in more than 1,000 qualified investments and donations. It also highlighted nearly 32,000 service hours through approximately 1,900 community service activities.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) will host its third-quarter 2026 earnings conference call and webcast on October 22, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET. The company expects to release results after market close on October 21, 2026. CEO Jeff Jackson and CFO Dan Weiss will review the results. The webcast will be accessible through WesBanco's Investor Relations website, with an archive available for one year.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per common share, payable on October 1, 2026 to shareholders of record on September 4, 2026, implying an annualized rate of $1.52. The Board also declared a quarterly cash dividend on its 7.375% Series B Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock of $0.4609 per depositary share, or $18.4375 per preferred share, for the period July 1 to September 30, 2026, payable on the same date to the same record holders.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) reported second quarter 2026 net income available to common shareholders of $88.4 million, or $0.91 diluted EPS, up from $54.9 million and $0.57 a year earlier. For the first half of 2026, net income was $172.8 million, or $1.79 per diluted share, versus $43.4 million and $0.50 in 2025.
On an adjusted basis, diluted EPS was $0.92 for the quarter and $1.83 for six months, compared with $0.91 and $1.60, respectively. Annualized loan growth reached 8.3% sequentially and 3.5% year-over-year, while the commercial loan pipeline rose to a record $2.3 billion. Net interest margin improved to 3.63%, fee income hit record levels in several categories, and the efficiency ratio reached a record low 51.2%. Net interest income rose 2.5% year-over-year to $222.2 million in the quarter; non-interest income increased 22.0% to $53.6 million, aided by a non-recurring $4.8 million pension-related gain. Credit quality metrics remained stable, with net charge-offs at 0.02% of average loans and an allowance for credit losses of 1.12% of portfolio loans. Capital ratios stayed above well-capitalized levels, and WesBanco repurchased 0.3 million shares for $9.7 million during the quarter.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) announced that it has been named to TIME's America's Best Companies 2026 list, compiled with Statista and based on employee satisfaction, financial performance, and sustainability transparency. The ranking highlights companies contributing to innovation, accountability, and long-term success across the U.S.
According to WesBanco, its inclusion reflects a strong workplace culture, recent addition to the S&P SmallCap 600 Index, and disciplined financial performance, including approximately 7% loan growth CAGR since 2021, year-over-year earnings per share and net interest margin growth, and strong return on tangible common equity.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) announced that it has been named one of America's High Growth Companies for 2026 by Business Insider, a list of 500 large U.S. corporations selected from more than 3,000 NYSE and Nasdaq names based on revenue and profitability growth, investor value, and financial stability.
According to WesBanco, its inclusion reflects a loan growth CAGR of 7% since 2021, year-over-year earnings per share and net interest margin growth, and a strong return on tangible common equity. The company cites organic momentum, its 2025 acquisition and integration of Premier Financial Corp., and targeted Commercial and Retail expansion in South Florida and Tennessee as key drivers.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) will host its 2026 second quarter earnings conference call and webcast at 9:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Financial results are expected after market close on July 21, 2026, with live and replay access available via phone and the Investor Relations website.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) will join the S&P SmallCap 600 Index after the close on June 18, 2026. Inclusion in this widely followed small-cap benchmark may increase trading liquidity and investor awareness.
According to WesBanco, selection reflects a 7% loan growth CAGR since 2021, significant EPS growth, strong return on tangible common equity, and the 2025 Premier Financial acquisition. As of March 31, 2026, WesBanco reported $27.5B in assets, $7.8B in assets under management, and $2.6B in securities account values.
WesBanco (Nasdaq: WSBC) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per common share, payable July 1, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 5, 2026, implying an annualized rate of $1.52.
The Board also declared a quarterly dividend on its 7.375% Series B Preferred Stock (WSBCO) of $0.4609 per depositary share ($18.4375 per preferred share) for the period April 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026, payable July 1, 2026 to holders of record on June 5, 2026.