Columbia Banking System Inc
NASDAQ:COLB

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Columbia Banking System Inc
NASDAQ:COLB
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Price: 29.05 USD -1.06% Market Closed
Market Cap: 8.7B USD

Columbia Banking System Inc
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Nestled in the Pacific Northwest, Columbia Banking System Inc. stands as a significant player in the regional banking landscape, providing a comprehensive suite of financial services. With its deep-rooted presence in communities across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and beyond, the company operates through its subsidiary, Columbia Bank. It serves as a financial lifeline to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individual consumers, by offering a range of products from deposit accounts and personal loans to business lending and wealth management services. Its growth strategy hinges on a blend of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, allowing it to expand its footprint while maintaining a personal, community-focused approach that differentiates it from larger national banks.

In a market characterized by evolving financial needs and digital transformation, Columbia Banking System continues to adapt by investing in technology to enhance its digital banking capabilities while preserving the personal touch that long-standing customers appreciate. Revenue is primarily driven by interest income from loans and credits, but the bank has also diversified its income streams through service charges, fees, and fiduciary activities. Navigating an environment of fluctuating interest rates and regulatory challenges, Columbia seeks to balance risk management with sustainable growth ambitions. Their ability to blend traditional banking values with modern service delivery has made them a compelling choice for many in the communities they serve.

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Last Earnings Call
Fiscal Period
Q3 2025
Call Date
Oct 30, 2025
AI Summary
Q3 2025

Acquisition Closed: Columbia Bank completed its strategic acquisition of Pacific Premier, expanding to $68 billion in assets and strengthening its Western U.S. presence.

Share Repurchase: The Board authorized a $700 million share buyback, citing robust capital generation and confidence in the balance sheet.

Profitability: Operating PPNR rose 12% from Q2 to $270 million, while operating return on average tangible equity hit 18.2%.

Net Interest Margin: NIM improved by 9 bps to 3.84% due to balance sheet optimization and reduced wholesale funding.

Organic Growth: Organic customer deposits rose by nearly $800 million, with about 30% from new clients, and C&I loans grew 5% annualized.

Cost Synergies: $48 million of $127 million targeted annual cost savings from Pac Premier achieved by quarter-end; full run-rate expected by Q3 2026.

Guidance and Outlook: NIM expected just above 3.90% in Q4 with stable NII; loan portfolio remix ongoing, with $8 billion in transactional loans to be optimized over two years.

Credit Quality: Net charge-offs declined and are expected to remain stable; allowance for credit losses at 1.1% of loans.

Key Financials
EPS
$0.40
Operating EPS
$0.85
Operating Return on Average Tangible Equity
18.2%
Operating PPNR
$270 million
Net Interest Margin
3.84%
Allowance for Credit Losses
1.1% of total loans
Tangible Book Value Per Share
$18.57
Customer Deposit Growth
$800 million (organic)
New Loan Originations
$1.2 billion
Tier 1 Common Equity Ratio
11.6%
Total Risk-Based Capital Ratio
13.4%
Tangible Common Equity Ratio
8.5%
Operating Noninterest Income
$72 million
Noninterest Income
$77 million
Operating Expense
$307 million
Total GAAP Expense
$393 million
Share Repurchase Authorization
$700 million
Cost Savings Realized
$48 million
Earnings Call Recording
Other Earnings Calls

Management

Mr. Cort Lane O'Haver
Executive Chairman
No Bio Available
Mr. Clint E. Stein CPA
President, CEO & Director
No Bio Available
Mr. Ronald L. Farnsworth Jr., CPA
Executive VP & CFO
No Bio Available
Mr. Christopher M. Merrywell
Senior Executive Vice President
No Bio Available
Mr. Aaron James Deer
Executive VP & Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer
No Bio Available
Ms. Lisa White
Executive VP, Principal Accounting Officer & Corporate Controller
No Bio Available
Mr. Drew K. Anderson CPA
Executive VP & Chief Administrative Officer
No Bio Available
Ms. Jacquelynne Bohlen C.F.A.
Head of Investor Relations
No Bio Available
Ms. Kumi Yamamoto Baruffi
Executive VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
No Bio Available

Contacts

Address
WASHINGTON
Tacoma
1301 A St
Contacts
+12533051900.0
www.columbiabank.com