Western Alliance Bank Named #1 Best Bank in Arizona on Forbes 2026 Best-In-State Banks List

Recognition reflects client trust, transparency and service experience

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE: WAL) today announced that it has been named to the Forbes 2026 America’s Best-in-State Banks List, ranking #1 in Arizona and standing as the only Arizona-based bank included.

In its ninth year, the Forbes Best-In-State Banks list is among the industry’s most prestigious recognitions. In partnership with market research firm Statista, Forbes surveyed 26,000 U.S. consumers and analyzed more than 1.2 million public online reviews collected between February 2023 and March 2026. Banks are evaluated on key factors including trust, customer service, digital tools and quality of financial advice.

Headquartered in Phoenix, Western Alliance serves businesses and consumers nationwide with industry-specific expertise across more than 30 different sectors. The company employs more than 3,500 people across 34 states.

“We’re honored to be recognized by our clients on this year’s Forbes list,” said Kenneth A. Vecchione, Chairman, President and CEO of Western Alliance Bank. “Trust, transparency and responsiveness matter most to our clients. We stay focused on delivering strong banking capabilities and practical solutions that help them move forward with confidence. Being ranked #1 in Arizona makes this recognition especially meaningful, as it reflects the strength of the relationships we’ve built in our home market.”

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About Western Alliance Bank

Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE: WAL) is one of the country’s top-performing banking companies and has ranked as a top U.S. bank by American Banker and Bank Director since 2016. Its primary subsidiary, Western Alliance Bank, is a leading national bank for business that puts customers first, delivering tailored business banking solutions and consumer products backed by outstanding, personalized service and specific expertise in more than 30 industries and sectors. With $90 billion in assets and offices nationwide, Western Alliance excels at helping businesses of all sizes capitalize on their opportunities to solve today and succeed tomorrow. For more information on our offerings, subsidiaries and affiliates, visit Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, or follow us on LinkedIn.