Core Insights - WaFd, Inc. has appointed Colin Murphy as the Regional President for Northern Oregon, focusing on commercial and retail banking strategies [1][2] - Murphy brings over 22 years of banking experience, with more than 15 years in commercial banking, previously leading a team at BMO/Bank of the West [1][2] - His leadership style emphasizes relationship management, market growth, and team empowerment in competitive environments [1][2] Company Overview - WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of WaFd Bank, a federally insured commercial bank operating in multiple states including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California [4] - Established in 1917, WaFd Bank offers a range of services including consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small to middle-market businesses, commercial and residential real estate, and insurance products [4]

Core Viewpoint - WaFd, Inc. has announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27 cents per share, marking its 171st consecutive quarterly cash dividend, to be paid on December 5, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 21, 2025 [1]. Company Overview - WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of WaFd Bank, a federally insured commercial bank operating in multiple states including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California [1]. - Established in 1917, WaFd Bank provides a range of financial services including consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small to middle-market businesses, commercial and residential real estate, and insurance products [1]. - As of September 30, 2025, the company operated 208 branches with total assets of $26.7 billion, deposits of $21.4 billion, and shareholders' equity of $3.0 billion [1].