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We value your business and want you to know about news and information that can assist you in managing your finances and making finance-related decisions. We also strive to keep you updated on important news happening here, at AmericanWest Bank. The most recent updates are below for your review, and check out our Knowledge Center anytime of a robust list of useful articles, calculators and other financial tools and information.
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- Acquisition of Viking Bank Complete
December 1, 2011
On December 1, 2011 We announced the completion of our acquisition of Seattle-based Viking Financial Services Corporation, parent company of Viking Bank . Immediately following the close, Viking Bank was merged into, and became part of, AmericanWest Bank. View press release. View letter to customers.
- AmericanWest to Acquire Viking Bank
September 8, 2011
The Boards of Directors of Viking Financial Services Corporation and Starbuck Bancshares, Inc., have approved an agreement whereby Starbuck Bancshares will purchase Viking Financial Services Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Viking Bank, pending approval by shareholders and regulators. Read more >>
- AmericanWest Completes Acquisition
of Sunrise Bank
July 29, 2011
AmericanWest Bank has completed the previously announced acquisition
of Sunrise Bank. Read more >>
- AmericanWest Completes Acquisition
of Bank of the Northwest
July 29, 2011
AmericanWest Bank has completed the previously announced acquisition
of Bank of the Northwest. Read more >>
- Sunrise Bank to Become Part of AmericanWest
June 9, 2011
In a deal announced June 9, AmericanWest’s parent company has agreed to purchase Sunrise Bank. Read more >>
- Information on our Merger with Bank of the Northwest
May 26, 2011
AmericanWest Bank and Bank of the Northwest today announced the execution of a definitive agreement whereby Bank of the Northwest will merge with an affiliate of AmericanWest Bank, pending regulatory and shareholder approval. Read more >>
- Next KHQ Free Shred Day Set for May 18
April 22, 2011
Find out more about our next Shred Day, including locations, times, and why it’s important to shred personal documents to protect yourself from identity theft. Read more >>
- Approvals Received
Bank Recapitalization on Track
December 10, 2010
The Court’s approval brings us to the final step in recapitalizing the Bank that will preserve hundreds of jobs, restore our capital and allow us to continue serving thousands of individuals and businesses. Read more >>
- AmericanWest Bank Announces Capital Investment
October 27, 2010
On October 27 we began implementing a clear solution to strengthen AmericanWest Bank, that enables us to fund growth in our communities, provide continuous long-term service to customers, and other important benefits. Read more >>
- Details About FDIC Deposit Insurance Limits
July 31, 2010
On July 31, 2010 President Obama signed into law the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. One of the many facets of this law addresses FDIC insurance limits, by permanently raising the standard maximum deposit insurance amount to $250,000 per depositor. Read more >>
- Important Security Information Regarding a Malware Scam
November 3, 2010
On November 3, 2010 we shared an important caution about how computer users can protect themselves from becoming a victim of a malware scam. This, and other important notices, can be also found anytime at our Security Center, located on our website. Read more >>
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