Univest Corporation of Pennsylvania (NASDAQ:UVSP) is a financial holding company headquartered in Souderton, Pennsylvania, operating through its primary subsidiary, Univest Bank and Trust Co. The company offers a comprehensive range of banking services, including commercial and consumer lending, deposit products, mortgage banking, treasury and payment solutions, and wealth management services. Through its community banking model, Univest serves individuals, small to middle-market businesses, and nonprofit and public institutions.
Founded in 1893 as Souderton Industrial Savings Association, Univest has grown through a combination of organic expansion and targeted acquisitions. In 1982, the company reorganized as a bank holding company and later adopted the Univest name to reflect its broadening geographic footprint and diversified service offerings. Over the decades, it has built expertise in areas such as agricultural lending, real estate finance, escrow services, and trust and estate planning.
Univest operates a network of branch offices primarily across southeastern Pennsylvania, including Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware counties, with additional locations serving communities in central New Jersey. Its presence in these markets is complemented by digital banking platforms designed to offer customers convenient access to their accounts and financial tools. The company’s focus on relationship-driven service and local decision-making underscores its commitment to community engagement and economic development in its core service areas.
