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WaFd to merge with EverBank Financial Corp

PUBLIC · WAFDSep 07, 2026•about 4 hours ago

Acquiring Company

WaFd

Acquired Company

EverBank Financial

United StatesJacksonvilleFinancial ServicesFinanceFintechLendingBankingFinancial ServicesFinanceBanking

Description

WaFd, Inc. and EverBank Financial Corp have entered into a definitive merger agreement. EverBank will merge into WaFd, with WaFd continuing as the resulting entity. This strategic combination aims to enhance profitability and shareholder value, with expected significant gains in EPS and operational efficiencies.

Company Information

Company

WaFd

Location

United States

About

WaFd Inc. is a financial institution based in Seattle, Washington, managing locations in nine western states including California, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. WaFd Inc. has been in operation since 1917 and employed about 2,400 staffers before the merger.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired EverBank Financial?

EverBank Financial was acquired by WaFd, based in United States. The deal was reported on September 7, 2026. WaFd Inc. is a financial institution based in Seattle, Washington, managing locations in nine western states including California, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. WaFd Inc. WaFd is publicly traded (WAFD) and operates in Financial Services.

When did WaFd acquire EverBank Financial?

WaFd's acquisition of EverBank Financial was reported on September 7, 2026. WaFd, Inc. and EverBank Financial Corp have entered into a definitive merger agreement. EverBank will merge into WaFd, with WaFd continuing as the resulting entity. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does EverBank Financial do?

EverBank Financial Corp (EverBank Holdings) is a bank holding company that conducts its banking operations through its wholly owned subsidiary, EverBank, N.A. It is privately held, operating in Financial Services, and is based in Jacksonville.

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