S&P Global Market Intelligence places Bank of Utah in the top 20 nationally among community banks with $3 billion to $10 billion in assets for two years in a row
Ogden, Utah, May 15, 2026—Bank of Utah (BOU Bancorp Inc.) ranks No. 17 on S&P Global Market Intelligence’s 2025 list of Best-Performing U.S. Community Banks in the $3 billion to $10 billion asset category. It’s the second consecutive year that the bank has been placed in the top 20. The ranking reflects the bank’s financial performance across returns, growth and funding, with an emphasis on balance sheet strength and risk profile.
“A top-20 ranking among hundreds of eligible institutions across the country reflects Bank of Utah’s continued strength, stability and performance,” said Branden Hansen, President at Bank of Utah. “It proves that a Utah-based community bank like ours can deliver exceptional service locally while competing successfully on a national stage.”
S&P Global Market Intelligence’s annual rankings assess the best-performing community banks with assets between $3 billion and $10 billion, and those below $3 billion; credit unions; U.S. public banks; and community banks by region. These rankings, published since 2011, were designed to assess the performance of banks and credit unions. Regional lists rank banks in the Northeast, South Central, Southeast, West and Midwest.
“These rankings highlight the resilience and strategic excellence of financial institutions that have successfully balanced growth with prudent risk management,” said Nathan Stovall, Director of Financial Institutions Research at S&P Global Market Intelligence. “In 2025, we saw standout performers across all categories demonstrate that strong fundamentals and community focus remain the cornerstone of sustainable banking success. Our rankings provide the market with essential intelligence to identify industry leaders and emerging trends.”
The full 2025 Top Bank and Credit Union Rankings are available from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
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About Bank of Utah
Founded in Ogden in 1952, Bank of Utah has been part of the state’s story for more than 70 years. We’ve supported small businesses and helped individuals and families build their futures in communities across Utah — from quiet mountain towns to thriving city centers. With 18 full-service branches, dedicated trust teams, and mortgage specialists throughout the state, Bank of Utah provides personal service and forward-thinking financial tools. The bank’s comprehensive offerings include business and personal banking, mortgage and commercial lending, personal and corporate trust services, and wealth management and investment services.
Recognized as one of the Top 20 U.S. Community Banks of 2025 by S&P Global Market Intelligence and named Utah’s Best Bank by GOBankingRates in 2025, Bank of Utah blends local insight with award-winning strength. Whether it’s the little details in a banking experience or the big moments in life, Bank of Utah is here to help Utahns succeed. Our commitment is to remain strong, trustworthy, advanced, secure and appreciative — to work side by side with clients on their financial journeys, so they can confidently say: “This is my Utah. Bank of Utah is my bank.” Learn more at bankofutah.com or call 801-409-5000.
