47th Annual Raymond James Institutional Investor Conference
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United Bankshares (UBSI) 47th Annual Raymond James Institutional Investor Conference summary

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47th Annual Raymond James Institutional Investor Conference summary

2 Mar, 2026

Strategic positioning and growth

  • Operates over 240 locations across eight states and D.C., with a $34 billion asset base and a balanced presence in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions.

  • Achieved record earnings in 2025, driven by both organic and inorganic growth, including the acquisition of Piedmont Bancorp in Atlanta.

  • Southeastern markets now represent the largest share of the loan portfolio at 43%, with significant loan growth in North Carolina (20%) and Georgia (19%) in 2025.

  • Maintains a dual growth strategy of organic expansion and disciplined M&A, with a current focus on organic growth.

  • Recognized as the best bank in South Carolina for three consecutive years, highlighting regional strength.

Financial performance and capital management

  • Reported record net income of $465 million and diluted EPS of $3.27 in 2025, with strong returns on assets and equity.

  • Returned $338 million to shareholders in 2025 through dividends and share repurchases; continued active buybacks into 2026.

  • Maintains a CET1 ratio over 13% and tangible equity to tangible assets at 10.9%, both above peer averages.

  • Forecasts mid-single digit loan and deposit growth for 2026, with net interest income projected between $1.145 billion and $1.175 billion.

  • Expects to remain active in share repurchases in 2026, subject to market conditions.

Risk management and credit quality

  • Maintains a low-risk profile with strong credit quality; NPAs to total assets at 33 basis points at year-end 2025.

  • Net charge-offs were 19 basis points for 2025, outperforming peers, with a $298 million allowance for loan losses.

  • Underwriting standards have historically outperformed Federal Reserve peer groups, including during the financial crisis.

  • Loan-to-deposit ratio runs higher than peers but is considered manageable and not a constraint on growth.

  • Residential loan book is about 25% of total, primarily adjustable-rate mortgages with a favorable roll profile.

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