WaFd Bank's CRA rating upgraded to 'Satisfactory' after successful FDIC appeal

WAFD INC

SARC granted appeal on Jan 16, 2026; lending test upgraded from 'Needs to Improve' to 'Low Satisfactory'.
Overall CRA rating elevated to 'Satisfactory'; removes restrictions associated with prior rating.
WaFd Bank reported $27.3B in assets and 208 branches as of Dec 31, 2025.
CEO Brent Beardall cited proper peer group comparison and community development lending credit.

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