Washington Federal, Inc. (NASDAQ: WaFd (NASDAQ:WAFD)), doing business as WaFd Bank, is a federally chartered savings bank headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1917, the company has grown from a single thrift association into a publicly traded bank holding company that provides a comprehensive range of financial products and services. With roots in community banking, WaFd Bank seeks to balance its regional presence with a focus on personalized customer service and prudent risk management.
WaFd Bank’s core business activities encompass retail and commercial banking, mortgage lending, and treasury management. On the consumer side, the bank offers checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit, personal loans, home equity lines of credit and a variety of mortgage solutions, including government-backed and jumbo mortgage products. For businesses, WaFd Bank delivers commercial real estate financing, equipment loans, lines of credit and specialized treasury services designed to support cash management, digital payments and risk mitigation. The company also serves the needs of nonprofit organizations, government entities and public agencies through tailored financial solutions.
Over the decades, Washington Federal has expanded its geographic footprint through a series of strategic acquisitions and branch openings across the Western United States and Texas. Today, WaFd Bank operates more than 200 branches in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas. The bank’s leadership team is headed by President and Chief Executive Officer Brent J. Beardall, who is supported by a seasoned executive group with extensive experience in banking, finance and risk management. Committed to community involvement, WaFd Bank maintains a strong local focus, partnering with nonprofit organizations and regional development initiatives to support economic growth and financial wellness in the markets it serves.
