Washington Trust Bancorp (WASH) Investor presentation summary
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Investor presentation summary
14 May, 2026Investment profile and market position
Holds a top-tier deposit market share and operates a diversified banking and scaled wealth platform.
Net interest margin (NIM) increased by 7 basis points versus Q4 2025, with further expansion expected in 2026.
Institutional banking expansion and C&I-led growth provide loan growth upside.
Large contributors to revenue include mortgage banking and wealth management.
Enhanced capital flexibility supports a high and sustainable dividend yield.
Financial highlights and performance
Total assets reached $6.5 billion as of March 31, 2026, with $5.0 billion in loans and $5.2 billion in deposits.
Net interest income for Q1 2026 was $40.5 million, with net income of $12.6 million.
Adjusted return on average assets was 0.78% and adjusted return on average equity was 9.23% for Q1 2026.
Fee income represents 30% of total revenue, with a 6.69% dividend yield.
Loan portfolio and asset quality
62% of loans are variable rate; CRE and residential loans make up 42% and 40% of the portfolio, respectively.
Cumulative loan losses from 2006–2025 were 193 bps, well below peer averages.
Commercial real estate portfolio is diversified, with multi-family, retail, and industrial segments leading.
Two CRE properties were placed on non-accrual in March 2026, but reserves are established and most criticized loans are resolved without loss.
Residential mortgage and home equity portfolios show low delinquencies and high average FICO scores.
Latest events from Washington Trust Bancorp
- Q1 2026 net income was $12.6M, with higher NIM and increased CRE office loan reserves.WASH
Q1 202615 May 2026 - Improved results, new leadership, and all proposals approved amid a cautious credit outlook.WASH
AGM 202615 May 2026 - Revised incentive plan amendment reduces share increase, board urges approval at annual meeting.WASH
Proxy filing9 Apr 2026 - Annual meeting to vote on directors, auditor, incentive plan, and executive pay, all board-backed.WASH
Proxy Filing17 Mar 2026 - Shareholders to vote on director elections, auditor ratification, equity plan amendment, and executive pay.WASH
Proxy Filing17 Mar 2026 - Q4 2025 net income up 48%, adjusted EPS up 41%, AUA $7.8B, dividend yield 7.58%.WASH
Q4 20256 Feb 2026 - Q2 net income was $10.8M, with strong capital and higher noninterest income despite margin pressure.WASH
Q2 20243 Feb 2026 - Q3 2024 net income was $11.0M, margin 1.85%, and wealth AUA reached $7.1B.WASH
Q3 202419 Jan 2026 - Q4 repositioning loss set up improved capital, margins, and asset quality for 2025.WASH
Q4 20249 Jan 2026