WaFd, Inc. (WAFD)

WaFd, Inc.'s stock price has risen by 12.95% over the last six months. In November 2025, CEO Brent Beardall purchased 3,000 shares, and a cash dividend of 27 cents per share was announced. October 2025 saw the announcement of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2025 results, with adjusted analyst ratings. In September 2025, WaFd Bank was approved for SBA Preferred Lender Status. July 2025 saw the announcement of Third Quarter results, including a 12% increase in earnings per share. In June 2025, the company paid a cash dividend of $0.27 per share.

Demand for WaFd, Inc.'s products and services is influenced by broader economic conditions and interest rates rather than inherent seasonality. Loan demand was described as tepid in July 2025, and overall originations were reduced in June 2025 due to high interest rates and an uncertain economic environment.

WaFd, Inc. operates as a bank holding company for Washington Federal Bank, offering a range of financial products and services to individuals, small businesses, and commercial enterprises. These include deposit accounts, commercial and consumer loans, mortgage lending, SBA lending programs, wealth management, real estate investment services, and insurance brokerage services. The company changed its name from Washington Federal, Inc. to WaFd, Inc. in September 2023.

WaFd Bank has a significant market presence across the Western United States, operating approximately 208 to 210 branches in nine states: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, California, New Mexico, and Texas. The company's headquarters are located in Seattle, Washington.

WaFd, Inc. has a strong brand reputation built on stability, integrity, and customer-centricity. In July 2023, WaFd Bank achieved a net promoter score of 57, indicating high customer satisfaction.

WaFd, Inc. is primarily controlled by institutional investors, who hold over 80% of the company's stock. Major institutional owners include BlackRock, Inc., Vanguard Group Inc, and Dimensional Fund Advisors Lp. CEO Brent Beardall also directly owns shares.