United Bankshares (UBSI) 47th Annual Raymond James Institutional Investor Conference summary
Event summary combining transcript, slides, and related documents.
47th Annual Raymond James Institutional Investor Conference summary
2 Mar, 2026Strategic 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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