Newsweek again names Banner one of America's Best Regional Banks

Newsweek named Banner one of the 2026 Best Regional Banks in America. This is the third year since Newsweek introduced this recognition—fully named Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions in America—and Banner has been selected each year.

Newsweek Editor-in-Chief, Jennifer Cunningham noted in the announcement, “Regional banks and credit unions form the financial backbone of communities across the country. They power local economies by supporting small businesses, financing community projects and providing reliable access to everyday banking services. With deep roots in the regions they serve, these institutions build personal relationships with customers, allowing them to tailor their support to local needs.”

“We appreciate this independent recognition because it measures our financial strength along with what clients think of us. It affirms that we’re delivering outstanding service and competitive products and services while maintaining a strong financial foundation,” said Mark Grescovich, Banner Bank President & CEO.

Newsweek considered more than 8,800 banks and credit unions in an initial review, using key financial benchmarks including profitability, Texas ratio (a measure of credit quality), and net loans and leases. Next, finalists were selected for an in-depth evaluation by more than 66,000 US customers who shared their experiences on 12 categorical dimensions including Customer Service, Perks and Benefits, and Fees and Interest Rates. The survey data was complemented by an analysis of more than 2.3 million social media reviews and over 80 million app store reviews from Apple and Google Play to provide a holistic view of performance.

View the full list. Newsweek recently named Banner Bank one of the 2025 Most Trustworthy Companies in America.