Washington Trust Bancorp is reported to be 5.1% beneficially owned by BlackRock Portfolio Management LLC, which beneficially owned 974,240 shares of common stock as of 03/31/2026. The filing shows sole voting power for 885,270 shares and sole dispositive power for 974,240 shares.
The Schedule 13G clarifies the holdings are reported on behalf of BlackRock reporting business units and includes Exhibit 24 (Power of Attorney) and Exhibit 99 (Item 7) signatures dated 04/29/2026.
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Insights
BlackRock reports a passive 5.1% stake in Washington Trust as of 03/31/2026.
The Schedule 13G shows 974,240 shares beneficially owned with 885,270 shares carrying sole voting power. This filing format indicates passive investment reporting under applicable SEC rules rather than an active Section 13(d) acquisition.
Monitor future filings for any change to ownership percentage or a switch to a Schedule 13D; timing and cash‑flow treatment are not specified in the excerpt.
Key Figures
Beneficially owned:974,240 sharesPercent of class:5.1%Sole voting power:885,270 shares+3 more
6 metrics
Beneficially owned974,240 sharesas of 03/31/2026
Percent of class5.1%ownership percentage reported on Schedule 13G
Sole voting power885,270 sharesvoting power reported in Item 4(c)(i)
Sole dispositive power974,240 sharesdispositive power reported in Item 4(c)(iii)
CUSIP940610108Washington Trust Bancorp Common Stock CUSIP
Signature date04/29/2026Schedule signed by Spencer Fleming
Key Terms
Schedule 13G, Beneficially owned, Sole Dispositive Power, Exhibit 24
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Schedule 13Gregulatory
"In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998)"
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
Beneficially ownedfinancial
"Amount beneficially owned: 974240"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
Sole Dispositive Powerregulatory
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 974240"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
Exhibit 24legal
"Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney"
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
WASHINGTON TRUST BANCORP INC
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
940610108
(CUSIP Number)
03/31/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
940610108
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BlackRock Portfolio Management LLC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
885,270.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
974,240.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
974,240.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
5.1 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
WASHINGTON TRUST BANCORP INC
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
23 BROAD STREET WESTERLY RI 02891
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
BlackRock Portfolio Management LLC
In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this Schedule 13G reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units") of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It does not include securities, if any, beneficially owned by other business units whose beneficial ownership of securities are disaggregated from that of the Reporting Business Units in accordance with such release.
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
BlackRock Portfolio Management LLC, 50 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
(c)
Citizenship:
See Item 4 of Cover Page
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
940610108
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
974240
(b)
Percent of class:
5.1 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
885270
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
974240
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required.
Various persons have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the common stock of WASHINGTON TRUST BANCORP INC. No one person's interest in the common stock of WASHINGTON TRUST BANCORP INC is more than five percent of the total outstanding common shares.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
See Exhibit 99
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
What stake does BlackRock (WASH) report in Washington Trust Bancorp?
BlackRock Portfolio Management LLC reports beneficial ownership of 974,240 shares, representing 5.1% of common stock as of 03/31/2026. The filing lists sole voting power for 885,270 shares and sole dispositive power for 974,240 shares.
Does the Schedule 13G indicate BlackRock will sell or buy Washington Trust shares?
The Schedule 13G reports beneficial ownership under passive-investor rules and does not state buying or selling intentions. The excerpt lists voting and dispositive powers but provides no transaction direction or planned trades.
What does 5.1% ownership mean for Washington Trust Bancorp's stockholder register?
A 5.1% stake means BlackRock beneficially owns 974,240 shares as of 03/31/2026. The filing notes no single other person holds more than 5% and lists various persons with rights to dividends or sale proceeds without naming them.
Who signed the Schedule 13G for BlackRock and when was it signed?
The filing is signed by Spencer Fleming, Managing Director, with a signature date of 04/29/2026. Exhibits include a Power of Attorney (Exhibit 24) and an Item 7 exhibit (Exhibit 99).
