Wilson, North Carolina

On a national level, the bank was ranked #28 in S&P Global Market Intelligence’s 2025 Top 50 Best Performing U.S. Community Banks within the $3 billion to $10 billion asset category. This ranking is based on rigorous performance metrics such as return on assets, efficiency, and asset quality, further reinforcing the bank’s disciplined approach to growth and operations.

Ranked as the 3rd largest agricultural bank in the United States and the 17th largest agricultural lender among all U.S. commercial banks by dollar volume, according to the American Bankers Association. These distinctions highlight a deep, ongoing commitment to farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities; relationships that are often overlooked by larger, national institutions.

Earned a 5-Star Superior rating from BauerFinancial, the nation’s leading independent bank rating firm. This designation is reserved for banks that demonstrate exceptional financial strength, stability, and reliability, giving customers confidence that their financial partner is built to last.