Norwood Financial Corp. Ranks Amongst Top Banks in Country

Jim Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is proud to announce that Norwood Financial Corp. (Nasdaq Global Market: NWFL) was recently ranked among the top 40 best banks in the country by Bank Director magazine in its Ranking Banking: The Best U.S. Banks 2026 publication.

Bank Director applied a consistent set of metrics to determine the best-performing banks based on calendar year 2025 results. All 300 banks were divided by asset size and evaluated on profitability, capital adequacy, asset quality, and total shareholder return. Norwood Financial Corp. ranked 34th in the Less Than $5 Billion asset size category, which included more than 120 institutions.

For its 2026 study, Bank Director identified The Best U.S. Banks 2026 as those institutions that successfully balance growth and profitability, deliver long-term shareholder value, and execute their strategies in a safe and sound manner. The publication also examined key drivers of performance, including growth, leadership, board oversight, and technological innovation.

"We are honored to be recognized by Bank Director as one of the top-performing banks in the nation," said Jim Donnelly, President and CEO of Wayne Bank. "This ranking reflects the strength of Wayne Bank and Norwood Financial Corp., the dedication of our employees, and our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional value to our customers, shareholders, and communities. We remain focused on sustainable growth, strong financial performance, and building lasting relationships that support the success of the individuals, businesses, and communities we serve."

Wayne Bank is a subsidiary of Norwood Financial Corp., Member FDIC, and is headquartered in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. The Bank operates 33 branches serving communities throughout Pennsylvania and New York. Its stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol NWFL.