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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM 8-K
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CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 16, 2025
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WAFD, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Washington
001-3465491-1661606
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
(Commission File Number)
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
425 Pike Street
Seattle
Washington
98101
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (206) 624-7930
Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
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Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $1.00 par value per shareWAFDNASDAQ Stock Market
Depositary Shares, Each Representing a 1/40th Interest in a Share of 4.875% Fixed Rate Series A Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock WAFDPNASDAQ Stock Market




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Item 2.02Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On January 16, 2025, WaFd, Inc. (the "Company") announced by press release its earnings for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. A copy of the press release is attached to this filing as Exhibit 99.1. A copy of the December 31, 2024 Fact Sheet, which presents certain detailed financial information about the Company, is attached as Exhibit 99.2. This information is being furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) of Form 8-K.

Item 5.02Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

Effective January 16, 2025, Mr. James Endrizzi, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Banker of WaFd, Inc. and its banking subsidiary, WaFd Bank, will be transitioning to a new role as the Senior Vice President and Regional Director of Commercial Real Estate Banking for Utah and Idaho, where he will focus on commercial real estate lending in the Utah and Idaho regions. In connection with this change, Mr. Endrizzi will no longer sit on the Executive Management Committee of the Company and will no longer be an executive officer. Mr. Endrizzi’s duties as Chief Commercial Banker have been reassigned to other officers of the Bank.

In connection with Mr. Endrizzi’s change in duties, and pursuant to a Transition Agreement entered into by Mr. Endrizzi and the Company, he will no longer be a participant in the short-term or long-term incentive plans applicable to executive officers. Mr. Endrizzi will additionally forfeit his right to receive any bonus payout under the short-term incentive plan applicable to executive officers for fiscal 2025, and will forfeit unvested awards of 37,841 shares of restricted stock and performance shares granted under the Company’s 2020 Incentive Plan. Mr. Endrizzi’s Change in Control Agreement with the Company and his Indemnification Agreements with the Company and WaFd Bank have also been terminated. Mr. Endrizzi will remain a participant in the WaFd Bank Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (“SERP”) and continue to hold the units previously awarded to him under the SERP, subject to the vesting and other requirements of the SERP. In connection with his new role, Mr. Endrizzi’s base salary will be adjusted to be consistent with other non-executives in similar positions at the Bank, and he will be entitled to participate in the same benefit programs as are available to other non-executives of the Company.

The foregoing description of the Transition Agreement is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Transition Agreement, a copy of which is filed herewith as Exhibit 10.1 and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 7.01Regulation FD Disclosure

As described in the Company’s January 16, 2025 press release, the Company announced that its wholly owned banking subsidiary Washington Federal Bank (the “Bank”) will no longer originate single family mortgages and home equity lines of credit (“HELOCs”). The Bank will continue to hold its existing single family mortgages and HELOCs. The information set forth in this Item 7.01 and in the press release is deemed to be “furnished” and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

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Item 9.01Financial Statements and Exhibits


Important Cautionary Statements
The foregoing information should be read in conjunction with the financial statements, notes and other information contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K.

This press release contains statements about the Company’s future that are not statements of historical or current fact. These statements are “forward-looking statements” for purposes of applicable securities laws and are based on current information and/or management's good faith belief as to future events. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “intends,” “forecasts,” “may,” “potential,” “projects,” and other similar expressions or future or conditional verbs such as “will,” “should,” “would,” and “could” are intended to help identify such forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Although the Company believes any such statements are based on reasonable assumptions, forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement.

By their nature, forward-looking statements involve inherent risk and uncertainties including the following risks and uncertainties, and those risks and uncertainties more fully discussed under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s September 30, 2024 10-K, and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q which could cause actual performance to differ materially from that anticipated by any forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements relating to our financial condition or operations are subject to risks and uncertainties related to (i) fluctuations in interest rate risk and market interest rates, including the effect on our net interest income and net interest margin; (ii) current and future economic conditions, including the effects of declines in the real estate market, high unemployment rates, inflationary pressures, a potential recession, the monetary policies of the Federal Reserve, and slowdowns in economic growth either nationally or locally in some or all of the areas in which we conduct business; (iii) financial stress on borrowers (consumers and businesses) as a result of higher interest rates or an uncertain economic environment; (iv) changes in deposit flows or loan demands; (v) our ability to identify and address cyber-security risks, including security breaches, "denial of service attacks," "hacking" and identity theft; (vi) the Company's exit from the mortgage lending business; (vii) the effects of natural or man-made disasters, calamities, or conflicts, including terrorist events and pandemics (such as the COVID-19 pandemic) and the resulting governmental and societal responses; (viii) the results of examinations by regulatory authorities, including a "Needs to Improve" CRA rating, which may impose restrictions or penalties on the Company's activities; (ix) expectations regarding key growth initiatives and strategic priorities; (x) global economic trends, including developments related to Ukraine and Russia, and the evolving conflict in the Middle East, and related negative financial impacts on our borrowers; (xi) litigation risks resulting in significant expenses, losses and reputational damage; (xii) the impact of bank failures or adverse developments at other banks and related negative press about regional banks and the banking industry in general; and (xiii) other economic, competitive, governmental, environmental, regulatory, and technological factors affecting our operations, pricing, products and services.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 
January 17, 2024WAFD, INC.
By:/s/ KELLI J. HOLZ
Kelli J. Holz
Executive Vice President
and Chief Financial Officer

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Transition Agreement Employee’s Initials __JE_______ Page 1 of 3 TRANSITION AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE This Transition Agreement and General Release (“Agreement”) is between James Endrizzi (“Employee”), Washington Federal Bank dba WaFd Bank (the “Bank”) and WaFd, Inc. (the Bank and WaFd., Inc. are collectively referred to as the “Company”). Employee and the Company are collectively referred to as the “Parties”. • Employee is the Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Banker. • Company and Employee have determined it is in the best interests of the Parties for Employee to voluntarily transition to the non-executive role with the Company (the “Transition”). • Employee wishes to continue his employment with the Company and Company wishes to retain Employee in a non-executive role with different responsibilities. • Both Employee and the Company desire to resolve all matters, known or unknown, arising out of the Transition according to the terms, conditions and consideration included in the Agreement. • This Agreement is dated January 16, 2025. Agreement Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises, obligations, covenants and benefits herein contained, and intending to be legally bound by the terms of this Agreement, the Parties agree as follows: 1.1 Recitals. The Recitals set forth above are true and correct, incorporated as part of this Agreement, and shall be binding on the Parties upon mutual execution of this Agreement. 1.2. Transition. The Parties have agreed that Employee will transition to a new non-executive role of Senior Vice President and Senior Managing Director of Commercial Real Estate Banking for Utah and Idaho, (the “Position”) effective January 16, 2024 (the “Transition Date”). The terms of Employee’s employment in the Position, including compensation and benefits, will be set forth in a separate offer of employment letter delivered to Employee by Company. 1.3. Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (“SERP”). For so long as Employee remains in the Position or is otherwise employed by the Company, Employee shall remain a participant in the Company’s SERP subject to the terms and conditions of the SERP plan document in effect as of the effective date of this Agreement. 1.4. Forfeiture of Unvested Stock. Employee will forfeit 15,191 shares of unvested Company restricted stock and 22,652 shares of unvested restricted performance stock grants. 1.5. Cancellation of Change in Control Agreement. Effective January 16, 2025, the Parties agree to mutually terminate and cancel Employee’s Change in Control Agreement with the Company, which will be of no further force or effect, and the rights and obligations of each of the Parties thereunder shall terminate. Employee acknowledges and agrees that neither the Transition nor the Position do not


 
Transition Agreement Employee’s Initials __JE_______ Page 2 of 3 constitute a termination for “Good Reason” or a termination without “Cause” and/or any other term with any similar meaning or import under the Employee’s Change in Control Agreement. 1.6. Cancellation of Indemnification Agreements. Effective, January 16, 2025, the Parties agree to mutually terminate and cancel the Indemnification Agreements between the Employee and the Company, which will be of no further force or effect, and the rights and obligations of each of the Parties thereunder shall terminate. 1.7. Employee’s Waiver and General Release. (a) Employee hereby releases and forever discharges any and all of the “Released Parties” (defined below) from any and all claims of any kind, known or unknown, which arose on or before the date that he signed the Agreement, to the fullest extent allowed by law, including, without limitation, claims for: • wrongful termination or constructive discharge, including claims based on violation of public policy or an implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing; promissory estoppel or detrimental reliance; breach of fiduciary duty; breach of agreements, representations, policies or practices related to Employee’s relationship with any Released Party or based on any legal obligation owed by any Released Party; • violation of federal, state, or local laws, ordinances, or executive orders prohibiting discrimination, harassment or retaliation, or requiring accommodation, on the basis of any legally protected characteristic or activity; • compensation of any kind whatsoever, including, but not limited to, claims for salary, wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, incentive compensation, severance, sick or other leave, vacation, or other paid time off; • monetary or equitable relief; • violations of all federal, state and local laws. (b) “Released Party” or “Released Parties” means Washington Federal Bank, dba WaFd Bank, and WaFd, Inc., any partnerships or joint ventures of such entities; the benefit plans of each such entities; and with respect to each such entity, all past, present and future employees, managers, supervisors, fiduciaries, directors, trustees, officers, owners, shareholders, partners, members, representatives, agents, contractors, attorneys, successors, assigns, insurers, whether acting in their individual or official capacities, and any other persons acting by, through, under, or in concert with any of the persons or entities listed in this paragraph; and with respect to each such entity and individual, all predecessors, successors and assigns. 1.8. Non-Admission. This Agreement shall not be construed as an admission by Employee or any Released Party of any liability, breach of any agreement, or violation of any statute, law, or regulation, nor shall it be construed as an admission of any deficient performance or breach of any professional obligation. 1.9. Governing Law. The Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Idaho, without giving effect to the rules governing the conflicts of laws, and without the aid of any canon, custom, or rule of law requiring construction against the drafter.


 
Transition Agreement Employee’s Initials __JE_______ Page 3 of 3 1.10. Headings Not Controlling. The headings in the Agreement are for convenience only and shall not affect the meaning of the terms as set out in the text. 1.11. Attorney’s Fees. In any dispute involving the Agreement, each Party shall be responsible for their own attorney’s fees and costs. 1.12 Severability. It is further understood and agreed that if any of the provisions of the Agreement are held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall nevertheless continue to be valid and enforceable. 1.13. Complete Agreement. This Agreement represents and contains the entire understanding between the Parties in connection with the subject matter of this Agreement. It is expressly acknowledged and recognized by all Parties that there are no oral or written collateral agreements, understandings or representations between the Parties other than as contained in this document. Any modifications to the Agreement must be in writing and signed by both Parties to be effective. 1.14. Counterparts & E-Signature. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which is deemed an original and equally admissible in evidence. All counterparts may be consolidated into one agreement, binding on all parties. If any party is signing this document electronically via DocuSign, or other mutually secure document-signing software, the Parties agree that each such electronic signature is intended to have the same force and effect as if it was hand-written and signed in ink. Agreed by: WASHINGTON FEDERAL BANK; WAFD, INC. /s/ Brent Beardall Brent J. Beardall President & CEO Date: 1/16/2025 EMPLOYEE /s/ James Endrizzi James Endrizzi Date: 1/16/2025


 
Exhibit 99.1
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Thursday, January 16, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WaFd Announces Quarterly Earnings Per Share Of $0.54
Q1 Highlights
$47 Million$0.540.69%6.42%
Net IncomeDiluted Earnings per Common ShareReturn on Average AssetsReturn on Average Common Equity
Net Interest Income and NIM
$155 million net interest income for the quarter compared to $173 million in Q4 FY24.
Net interest margin at 2.39% for the quarter compared to 2.62% for Q4 FY24.
Credit Quality
Non-performing assets at 0.3% of total assets - similar to prior quarter.
No provision booked for the quarter and NCOs were minimal.

Non-Interest Income and Expense
Non-interest expense up due to $5.4 million in one-time restructuring charges, partially offset by lower FDIC insurance premiums due to a smaller balance sheet.
Shareholder Returns and Stock Activity
On December 6, 2024, the Company paid a cash dividend of $0.26 per share, 167th consecutive quarterly dividend paid.
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – WaFd, Inc. (Nasdaq: WAFD) (the "Company"), parent company of Washington Federal Bank ("WaFd Bank" or the "Bank"), today announced quarterly earnings of $47,267,000 for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of 23% from net earnings of $61,140,000 for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 and a decrease of 19% from net earnings of $58,453,000 for the quarter ended December 31, 2023. After the effect of dividends on preferred stock, net income available for common shareholders was $0.54 per diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, compared to $0.71 per diluted share for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, a $0.17 or 24% decrease, and $0.85 per diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2023, a $0.31 or 36% decrease in fully diluted earnings per common share. The current quarter results reflect one-time charges of $5,390,000 as a result of restructuring activities described below. After adjusting for these charges and other non-operating items, earnings per share for the quarter was $0.62 per diluted share. For a reconciliation, see the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section below.
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In the first quarter of fiscal 2025 our results were impacted by greater than expected margin compression. On a linked quarter basis our margin contracted from 2.62% to 2.39%. Excluding a valuation adjustment to hedges obtained in the Luther Burbank acquisition, the Q1 margin would have been 2.45%. The Federal Reserve started reducing interest rates with a 50 basis point cut on September 18, 2024, followed by two 25 basis point cuts in October and December. With each cut, our variable rate assets (loans and investments) repriced quickly, while the repricing of our liabilities has lagged, causing margin compression. On a linked quarter basis, the yield on earning assets declined by 36 basis points, while the yield on paying liabilities decreased by only 14 basis points. We are pleased to report that credit quality remains strong with minimal net charge-offs and delinquencies of only 0.30%. Capital has grown nicely over the last three quarters, with tangible common equity to tangible assets increasing from 8.31% to 9.45% since our acquisition in March of last year.

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Quarterly Earnings Release Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter Results

Today we are announcing a significant shift in focus for our business model. After over 100 years of making home loans, we are exiting the single-family mortgage lending market and have recorded a restructuring expense of $5.4 million this quarter. As a result, by the end of June 2025, we anticipate annual expense savings of approximately $17 million. Importantly, we will retain all existing home loans and HELOC’s on our books, ensuring no disruption for our current customers. We have come to this conclusion after thoughtful deliberation for two primary reasons. First, home loans are seen as a commodity with nearly 70% of originations sold to US government sponsored enterprises like Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, which has caused profitability to decrease and credit risk to increase. Second, technology has made it easy for consumers to refinance (which is a good thing for homeowners), but it increases the interest rate risk for banks that hold mortgages. Our aim is to always offer products and services to our customers where WaFd Bank can add value, and we have concluded that we no longer do so in the mortgage sector. Exiting mortgage lending and right sizing other support areas will result in an 8% reduction in our workforce.
While not the primary factor, but certainly a contributing factor, the regulatory burden associated with mortgage lending also played a role in our decision. Recently we were notified that WaFd Bank has received an overall “Needs to Improve” rating regarding our Community Reinvestment Act (“CRA”) compliance because we did not make enough loans to low and moderate income ("LMI") borrowers and communities. For the individual components of the exam, we received a “High Satisfactory” rating in both the investment and service tests, and a “Needs to Improve” on the lending test. We are committed to serving all of our communities and have done so as a portfolio lender since 1917. Today, we compete against government-sponsored financing programs with less stringent underwriting than we are comfortable offering as a lender that retains all loans on our balance sheet. For example, there are multiple government programs that require no down payment, and our performance is being compared to lenders who offer these programs and originate to sell. We strongly disagree with this rating and plan to appeal this conclusion.
Through our involvement in the PPP program during the Pandemic, we have seen just how important small business is to us, and to the communities we serve, and how underserved many small businesses are when it comes to their banking needs. Technology is excellent and abundant; what small businesses need is a trusted advisor to help them navigate complex financial matters and exercise professional skepticism. We aim to fill that need. Going forward, in addition to serving consumers, WaFd will concentrate its focus, offerings and efforts on business banking and commercial real estate lending. We will also begin offering SBA lending products that will allow us to broaden our offerings for small businesses.
We have also re-aligned our management structure. On the executive team, Cathy Cooper will transition to the role of Chief Experience Officer, responsible for enhancing overall client experience through digital channels and in person processes. James Endrizzi will step aside from his current role and will assume leadership responsibility for Commercial Real Estate in both Utah and Nevada in a non-executive role. The Business Bank Division will be led by Michelle Coons, Dan LaCoste and Doron Joseph. The Commercial Real Estate Division will be led by Tony Barnard and Tom Pozarycki. All five of these leaders have been promoted to the role of Executive Director but are not deemed executive officers under SEC rules.
Here at WaFd, we strive to be a bank with heart. That does not mean we ignore issues or avoid difficult decisions. We firmly believe the actions being announced today will position us to better serve our clients and deliver solid returns to our shareholders for years to come."
Brent Beardall
President and CEO of WaFd Bank

The Company acquired Luther Burbank Corporation ("LBC") on February 29, 2024. As such, the Company's financial results are not directly comparable to the results of periods prior to that date. The following table provides the Company's financial scorecard for the last five quarters:
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Quarterly Earnings Release Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter Results
As of
(In thousands, except share and ratio data)December 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
BALANCE SHEET
Cash$1,507,735 $2,381,102 $2,492,504 $1,505,771 $1,144,774 
Loans receivable, net21,060,501 20,916,354 20,873,919 20,795,259 17,584,622 
Allowance for credit losses ("ACL")225,022 225,253 225,324 225,077 201,820 
Loans held for sale— — 468,527 2,993,658 — 
Available-for-sale securities, at fair value2,743,731 2,572,709 2,428,768 2,438,114 2,018,445 
Held-to-maturity securities, at amortized cost537,348 436,972 447,638 457,882 415,079 
Total investments3,281,079 3,009,681 2,876,406 2,895,996 2,433,524 
Total assets27,684,454 28,060,330 28,580,800 30,140,288 22,640,122 
Transaction deposits11,853,859 11,817,185 11,929,005 12,338,862 10,658,064 
Time deposits9,584,918 9,556,785 9,255,760 9,000,911 5,380,723 
Total deposits21,438,777 21,373,970 21,184,765 21,339,773 16,038,787 
Borrowings2,914,627 3,318,307 4,079,360 5,489,501 3,875,000 
Total shareholders' equity3,021,636 3,000,300 2,958,339 2,921,906 2,452,004 
Loans to customer deposits2
98.24 %97.86 %98.53 %97.45 %109.64 %
PROFITABILITY
Net income$47,267 $61,140 $64,560 $15,888 $58,453 
Net income to common shareholders43,611 57,484 60,904 12,232 54,797 
Earnings per common share0.54 0.71 0.75 0.17 0.85 
Return on tangible common equity1
7.69 %10.24 %11.10 %2.47 %11.93 %
Return on tangible assets1
0.70 %0.89 %0.88 %0.26 %1.06 %
Net interest margin2.39 %2.62 %2.56 %2.73 %2.91 %
Efficiency ratio65.04 %57.21 %56.61 %77.74 %58.02 %
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Common shareholders' equity per share$33.45 $33.25 $32.76 $32.21 $33.49 
Tangible common shareholders' equity per share1
27.93 27.73 27.18 26.64 28.65 
Shareholders' equity to total assets10.91 %10.69 %10.35 %9.69 %10.83 %
Tangible shareholders' equity to tangible assets1
9.45 %9.24 %8.91 %8.31 %9.59 %
Common shares outstanding81,373,760 81,220,269 81,157,173 81,405,391 64,254,700 
Preferred shares outstanding300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 
CREDIT QUALITY2
ACL to gross loans1.00 %1.01 %1.00 %1.00 %1.04 %
Non-accrual loans to net loans0.34 %0.33 %0.29 %0.29 %0.26 %
Delinquencies to net loans0.30 %0.25 %0.22 %0.36 %0.33 %
Non-performing assets to total assets0.29 %0.28 %0.24 %0.23 %0.24 %
Criticized loans to net loans2.54 %2.41 %3.01 %2.59 %2.27 %
Substandard loans to net loans1.96 %2.04 %1.84 %1.48 %1.74 %
(1)Metric is a non-GAAP Financial Measure. See page 10 for additional information on our use of non-GAAP Financial Measures.
(2)Metrics include only loans held for investment. Loans held for sale are not included.
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Quarterly Earnings Release Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter Results

Balance Sheet Total assets were $27.7 billion as of December 31, 2024, compared to $28.1 billion at September 30, 2024, primarily due to cash used to reduce borrowings during the quarter. Net loans increased by $144 million, or 0.7%, and cash decreased $873 million, or 36.7%. Investment securities increased by $271 million, or 9.0%, during the quarter.
Customer deposits totaled $21.4 billion as of December 31, 2024, largely unchanged from September 30, 2024. Transaction accounts increased by $37 million or 0.3% during the quarter, while time deposits increased $28 million, also 0.3%. As of December 31, 2024, 55.3% of the Company’s deposits were transaction accounts, unchanged from September 30, 2024. Core deposits, defined as all transaction accounts and time deposits less than $250,000, totaled 78.3% of deposits at December 31, 2024. Deposits that are uninsured or not collateralized were 24.8% as of December 31, 2024, a slight increase from 24.0% as of September 30, 2024.
Borrowings totaled $2.9 billion as of December 31, 2024, down from $3.3 billion at September 30, 2024. The effective weighted average interest rate of borrowings was 3.62% as of December 31, 2024, compared to 3.93% at September 30, 2024.
Loan originations totaled $0.9 billion for the first fiscal quarter of 2025, compared to $0.9 billion of originations in the same quarter one year ago. Offsetting loan originations in each of these quarters were loan repayments of $1.0 billion and $1.2 billion, respectively. The Bank had intentionally slowed new loan production to temper net loan growth. Commercial loans represented 68% of all loan originations during the first fiscal quarter of 2025 and consumer loans accounted for the remaining 32%. Commercial loans are viewed by the Bank as preferable as they generally have floating interest rates and shorter durations. The period end interest yield on the loan portfolio was 5.44% as of December 31, 2024, a decrease from 5.62% as of September 30, 2024.
Credit Quality Credit quality continues to be monitored closely in light of the shifting economic and monetary environment. As of December 31, 2024, non-performing assets increased slightly to $79 million, or 0.3% of total assets, from $77 million, or 0.3%, at September 30, 2024. The change fiscal year to date is due primarily to non-accrual loans increasing by $2.9 million, or 4%, since September 30, 2024. Delinquent loans were slightly increased at 0.30% of total loans at December 31, 2024, compared to 0.25% at September 30, 2024. The allowance for credit losses (including the reserve for unfunded commitments) totaled $225 million as of December 31, 2024, and was 1.00% of gross loans outstanding, as compared to $225 million, or 1.01% of gross loans outstanding, as of September 30, 2024. Net charge-offs were $231,000 for the first fiscal quarter of 2025, compared to $70,000 for the prior quarter.
Profitability Net interest income was $155 million for the first fiscal quarter of 2025, a decrease of $17.4 million or 10% from the prior quarter. The decrease in net interest income was primarily due to a 36 basis point decrease in the rate earned on interest earning assets offset by a smaller 14 basis point decrease in the average rate paid on interest bearing liabilities. Interest income was also affected by a valuation adjustment to hedges obtained in the Luther Burbank acquisition resulting in a reduction of $3.9 million. Net interest margin was 2.39% in the first fiscal quarter of 2025 compared to 2.62% for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.
Total non-interest income was $15.7 million for the first fiscal quarter of 2025 compared to $15.9 million the prior quarter. The small decrease in other income compared to prior quarter was primarily due to slightly decreased commission income from the Bank's insurance subsidiary.
Total non-interest expense was $111.3 million in the first fiscal quarter of 2025, an increase of $3.4 million, or 3.1%, from the prior quarter. The overall increase is the result of the $5.4 million of restructuring costs incurred in the quarter offset by a decrease in FDIC premiums of $2.0 million in the same period. Increased expenses combined with decreased net interest income resulted in an increase in the Company’s efficiency ratio in the first fiscal quarter of 2025 to 65.0%, compared to 57.2% in the prior quarter.
The Company is also in the process of restarting its wholly owned technology subsidiary Pike Street Labs and will bring back in-house its custom online, mobile and digital account opening technology and teams from Archway Software. We anticipate this transition will aid us in becoming more efficient over time.
The Company did not record a provision for credit losses in the first fiscal quarter of 2025, consistent with the prior quarter. The lack of provision for loan losses in the quarter ended December 31, 2024 was primarily due to a stable loans receivable balance and stable credit performance.
Return on common shareholders' equity for the quarter ended December 31, 2024 was 6.42% compared to 8.53% for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. Adjusted for certain non-operating items relating to the merger and restructuring, return on equity for the quarter is 7.45% compared to adjusted return on equity of 8.18% the prior quarter. Return on
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter Results
assets for the quarter ended December 31, 2024 was 0.7% compared to 0.9% for the previous quarter. Adjusted for certain non-operating items relating to the merger and restructuring, return on assets for the quarter is 0.8% compared to adjusted return on equity of 0.8% the prior quarter. For a reconciliation of these adjusted ratios, see the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section below.
Income tax expense totaled $13.0 million the first fiscal quarter of 2025, as compared to $13.2 million for the prior year same quarter. The effective tax rate for the quarter ended December 31, 2024 was 21.55% compared to 24.21% for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. The Company’s effective tax rate may vary from the statutory rate mainly due to state taxes, tax-exempt income and tax-credit investments.
WaFd Bank is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and has 210 branches in nine western states. To find out more about WaFd Bank, please visit our website www.wafdbank.com. The Company uses its website to distribute financial and other material information about the Company.
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December 31, 2024September 30, 2024
(In thousands, except share and ratio data)
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents$1,507,735 $2,381,102 
Available-for-sale securities, at fair value2,743,731 2,572,709 
Held-to-maturity securities, at amortized cost537,348 436,972 
Loans receivable, net of allowance for loan losses of $204,522 and $203,75321,060,501 20,916,354 
Interest receivable103,147 102,827 
Premises and equipment, net248,924 247,901 
Real estate owned3,316 4,567 
FHLB stock128,396 95,617 
Bank owned life insurance269,473 267,633 
Intangible assets, including goodwill of $414,722 and $411,360449,213 448,425 
Deferred tax assets, net111,830 119,248 
Other assets520,840 466,975 
$27,684,454 $28,060,330 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Liabilities
Transaction deposits$11,853,859 $11,817,185 
Time deposits9,584,918 9,556,785 
Total customer deposits21,438,777 21,373,970 
Borrowings2,863,675 3,267,589 
Junior subordinated debentures50,952 50,718 
Advance payments by borrowers for taxes and insurance20,188 61,330 
Accrued expenses and other liabilities289,226 306,423 
24,662,818 25,060,030 
Shareholders’ equity
Preferred stock, $1.00 par value, 5,000,000 shares authorized; 300,000 and 300,000 shares issued; 300,000 and 300,000 shares outstanding300,000 300,000 
Common stock, $1.00 par value, 300,000,000 shares authorized; 154,247,734 and 154,007,429 shares issued; 81,373,760 and 81,220,269 shares outstanding154,248 154,007 
Additional paid-in capital2,154,929 2,150,675 
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes53,353 55,851 
Treasury stock, at cost; 72,873,974 and 72,787,160 shares(1,642,480)(1,639,131)
Retained earnings2,001,586 1,978,898 
3,021,636 3,000,300 
$27,684,454 $28,060,330 
Yield and margin as of period end
Loans receivable1
5.44 %5.62 %
Mortgage-backed securities4.12 4.00 
Combined cash, investments and FHLB stock4.77 5.10 
Interest-earning assets5.26 5.44 
Interest-bearing customer accounts3.30 3.50 
Borrowings1
3.62 3.93 
Interest-bearing liabilities3.34 3.56 
Net interest spread1.92 1.88 
Net interest margin2.45 2.44 
1Accretion and amortization assumed to be same as prior quarter. Also includes the impact of derivatives.
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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended December 31,
20242023
(In thousands, except share and ratio data)
INTEREST INCOME
Loans receivable$286,597 $245,792 
Mortgage-backed securities18,337 11,266 
Investment securities and cash equivalents40,183 29,788 
345,117 286,846 
INTEREST EXPENSE
Customer accounts162,150 96,671 
Borrowings and junior subordinated debentures27,536 37,938 
189,686 134,609 
Net interest income155,431 152,237 
Provision (release) for credit losses — 
Net interest income after provision (release)155,431 152,237 
NON-INTEREST INCOME
Gain (loss) on sale of investment securities20 81 
Gain (loss) on termination of hedging derivatives5 109 
Loan fee income1,345 844 
Deposit fee income7,046 6,802 
Other income7,286 6,331 
Total non-interest income15,702 14,167 
NON-INTEREST EXPENSE
Compensation and benefits59,927 49,841 
Occupancy10,788 9,371 
FDIC insurance premiums4,850 6,570 
Product delivery5,785 6,009 
Information technology14,192 12,866 
Other expense15,769 11,883 
Total non-interest expense111,311 96,540 
Gain (loss) on real estate owned, net429 1,826 
Income before income taxes60,251 71,690 
Income tax provision12,984 13,237 
Net income47,267 58,453 
Dividends on preferred stock3,656 3,656 
Net income available to common shareholders$43,611 $54,797 
PER SHARE DATA
Basic earnings per common share$0.54 $0.85 
Diluted earnings per common share0.54 0.85 
Cash dividends per common share0.26 0.25 
Basic weighted average shares outstanding81,294,227 64,297,499 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding81,401,599 64,312,110 
PERFORMANCE RATIOS
Return on average assets0.69 %1.04 %
Return on average common equity6.42 %10.21 %
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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended
December 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
(In thousands, except share and ratio data)
INTEREST INCOME
Loans receivable$286,597 $308,598 $337,118 $274,341 $245,792 
Mortgage-backed securities18,337 18,088 17,523 12,905 11,266 
Investment securities and cash equivalents40,183 47,411 37,300 31,580 29,788 
345,117 374,097 391,941 318,826 286,846 
INTEREST EXPENSE
Customer accounts162,150 165,240 154,359 116,164 96,671 
Borrowings, senior debt and junior subordinated debentures27,536 36,045 60,396 44,065 37,938 
189,686 201,285 214,755 160,229 134,609 
Net interest income155,431 172,812 177,186 158,597 152,237 
Provision for credit losses— — 1,500 16,000 — 
Net interest income after provision155,431 172,812 175,686 142,597 152,237 
NON-INTEREST INCOME
Gain on sale of investment securities20 91 80 90 81 
Gain on termination of hedging derivatives72 54 109 
Loan fee income1,345 757 594 550 844 
Deposit fee income7,046 7,047 6,960 6,698 6,802 
Other income7,286 7,911 9,567 6,048 6,331 
Total non-interest income15,702 15,878 17,255 13,392 14,167 
NON-INTEREST EXPENSE
Compensation and benefits59,927 53,983 57,169 73,155 49,841 
Occupancy10,788 10,843 10,904 10,918 9,371 
FDIC insurance premiums4,850 6,800 7,600 7,900 6,570 
Product delivery5,785 6,306 6,090 5,581 6,009 
Information technology14,192 14,129 13,428 12,883 12,866 
Other expense15,769 15,880 14,888 23,275 11,883 
Total non-interest expense111,311 107,941 110,079 133,712 96,540 
Gain (loss) on real estate owned, net429 (83)(124)(1,315)1,826 
Income before income taxes60,251 80,666 82,738 20,962 71,690 
Income tax provision12,984 19,526 18,178 5,074 13,237 
Net income47,267 61,140 64,560 15,888 58,453 
Dividends on preferred stock3,656 3,656 3,656 3,656 3,656 
Net income available to common shareholders$43,611 $57,484 $60,904 $12,232 $54,797 



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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)

Three Months Ended
December 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
(In thousands, except share and ratio data)
PER SHARE DATA
Basic earnings per common share$0.54 $0.71 $0.75 $0.17 $0.85 
Diluted earnings per common share0.54 0.71 0.75 0.17 0.85 
Cash dividends per common share0.26 0.26 0.26 0.26 0.25 
Basic weighted average shares outstanding81,294,227 81,208,683 81,374,811 70,129,072 64,297,499 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding81,401,599 81,353,644 81,393,708 70,164,558 64,312,110 
PERFORMANCE RATIOS
Return on average assets0.69 %0.87 %0.87 %0.26 %1.04 %
Return on average common equity6.42 8.53 9.20 2.09 10.21 
Net interest margin2.39 2.62 2.56 2.73 2.91 
Efficiency ratio65.04 57.21 56.61 77.74 58.02 
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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NON-GAAP MEASURES
(UNAUDITED)

Non-GAAP Financial Measures
The Company has presented certain non-GAAP measures within this document to remove the effect of certain income and expenses to provide investors with information useful in understanding our financial performance. The Company considers these items to be non-operating in nature as they are items that management does not consider indicative of the Company's on-going financial performance. We believe that the tables presented reflect our on-going performance in the periods presented and, accordingly, are useful to consider in addition to our GAAP financial results. These measures should not be considered a substitution for GAAP basis disclosures.
Other companies may use similarly titled non-GAAP financial measures that are calculated differently from the way they are calculated herein. Because of this, our non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similar measures used by others. We caution investors not to place undue reliance on such measures. See the following unaudited tables for reconciliations of our non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.
Tangible MeasuresDecember 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
(Unaudited - In thousands, except for ratio data)
Shareholders equity - GAAP$3,021,636 $3,000,300 $2,958,339 $2,921,906 $2,452,004 
Less intangible assets - GAAP449,213 448,425 452,255 453,539 311,103 
Tangible shareholders' equity$2,572,423 $2,551,875 $2,506,084 $2,468,367 $2,140,901 
Less preferred stock - GAAP300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 
Tangible common shareholders' equity$2,272,423 $2,251,875 $2,206,084 $2,168,367 $1,840,901 
Total assets - GAAP$27,684,454 $28,060,330 $28,580,800 $30,140,288 $22,640,122 
Less intangible assets - GAAP449,213 448,425 452,255 453,539 311,103 
Tangible assets$27,235,241 $27,611,905 $28,128,545 $29,686,749 $22,329,019 
Tangible Metrics
Common shares outstanding - GAAP81,373,760 81,220,269 81,157,173 81,405,391 64,254,700 
Tangible common equity per share$27.93 $27.73 $27.18 $26.64 $28.65 
Tangible equity to tangible assets 9.45 %9.24 %8.91 %8.31 %9.59 %
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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NON-GAAP MEASURES
(UNAUDITED)

Three Months Ended
Average Tangible MeasuresDecember 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
(Unaudited - In thousands, except for ratio data)
Average shareholders equity - GAAP$3,015,197 $2,996,093 $2,947,056 $2,638,483 $2,447,580 
Less average preferred stock
 - GAAP
300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 
Less average intangible assets - GAAP447,754 451,204 453,142 360,251 311,022 
Average tangible common equity$2,267,443 $2,244,889 $2,193,914 $1,978,232 $1,836,558 
Average Assets - GAAP$27,504,576 $28,000,482 $29,703,337 $24,907,376 $22,381,459 
Less average intangible assets - GAAP447,754 451,204 453,142 360,251 311,022 
Average tangible assets$27,056,822 $27,549,278 $29,250,195 $24,547,125 $22,070,437 
Average Tangible Metrics
Net income - GAAP47,267 61,140 64,560 15,888 58,453 
Net income available to common shareholders - GAAP43,611 57,484 60,904 12,232 54,797 
Return on tangible common equity7.69 %10.24 %11.10 %2.47 %11.93 %
Return on tangible assets0.70 %0.89 %0.88 %0.26 %1.06 %
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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NON-GAAP MEASURES
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended
Net Income Adjusted for Acquisition Expenses and Other Non-Operating Items
December 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
(Unaudited - In thousands, except for ratio data)
Interest income
LBC Hedge Valuation Adj$3,933 $— $— $— $— 
Non-interest income adjustments
Distribution received on LBC equity method investment$(279)$(288)$(299)$(287)$— 
(Gain)Loss on WaFd Bank equity method investment48 (896)(748)2,195 693 
Total non-interest income adjustments$(231)$(1,184)$(1,047)$1,908 $693 
Non-interest expense adjustments
Acquisition-related expenses$239 $(1,602)$2,285 $25,120 $516 
Non-operating expenses:
Restructuring Charges5,390 — — — — 
FDIC Special Assessment — (216)— 1,800 500 
Legal and Compliance Accruals— (182)— 3,000 — 
Charitable Donation— — — 2,000 — 
5,390 (398)— 6,800 500 
Total non-interest expense adjustments$5,629 $(2,000)$2,285 $31,920 $1,016 
Net Income - GAAP$47,267 $61,140 $64,560 $15,888 $58,453 
Preliminary ACL provision on LBC loans— — — 16,000 — 
Interest income adjustments3,933 — — — — 
Non-interest income adjustments(231)(1,184)(1,047)1,908 693 
Non-interest expense adjustments5,629 (2,000)2,285 31,920 1,016 
REO adjustments(429)83 124 1,315 (1,826)
Income tax adjustment(1,918)751 (299)(12,274)22 
Net Income - non-GAAP$54,251 $58,790 $65,623 $54,757 $58,358 
Dividend on preferred stock3,656 3,656 3,656 3,656 3,656 
Net Income available to common shareholders - non-GAAP$50,595 $55,134 $61,967 $51,101 $54,702 
Basic weighted average number of shares outstanding - GAAP81,294,227 81,208,683 81,374,811 70,129,072 64,297,499 
Diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding - GAAP81,401,599 81,353,644 81,393,708 70,164,558 64,312,110 
Basic EPS - non-GAAP$0.62 $0.68 $0.76 $0.73 $0.84 
Diluted EPS - non-GAAP0.62 0.68 0.76 0.73 0.84 
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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NON-GAAP MEASURES
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended
Adjusted Efficiency RatioDecember 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
(Unaudited - In thousands, except for ratio data)
Efficiency ratio - GAAP65.0 %57.2 %56.6 %77.7 %58.0 %
Net interest income - GAAP$155,431 $172,812 $177,186 $158,597 $152,237 
Total interest income adjustments3,933 — — — — 
Net interest income - non-GAAP$159,364 $172,812 $177,186 $158,597 $152,237 
Non-interest expense - GAAP$111,311 $107,941 $110,079 $133,712 $96,540 
Less merger related expenses239 (1,602)2,285 25,120 516 
Less non-operating expenses5,390 (398)— 6,800 500 
Non-interest Expenses -
non-GAAP
$105,682 $109,941 $107,794 $101,792 $95,524 
Non-interest income - GAAP$15,702 $15,878 $17,255 $13,392 $14,167 
Total other income adjustments(231)(1,184)(1,047)1,908 693 
Non-interest income -
non-GAAP
$15,471 $14,694 $16,208 $15,300 $14,860 
Net Interest Income -
non-GAAP
$159,364 $172,812 $177,186 $158,597 $152,237 
Non-interest income -
non-GAAP
15,471 14,694 16,208 15,300 14,860 
Total Income - non-GAAP$174,835 $187,506 $193,394 $173,897 $167,097 
Adjusted Efficiency Ratio60.4 %58.6 %55.7 %58.5 %57.2 %
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WAFD, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NON-GAAP MEASURES
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended
Adjusted ROA and ROEDecember 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024March 31, 2024December 31, 2023
(Unaudited - In thousands, except for ratio data)
Reported:
Net Income - GAAP$47,267 $61,140 $64,560 $15,888 $58,453 
Net income available to common shareholders - GAAP$43,611 $57,484 $60,904 $12,232 $54,797 
Average Assets27,504,576 28,000,482 29,703,337 24,907,376 22,381,459 
Return on Assets0.69 %0.87 %0.87 %0.26 %1.04 %
Average Common Equity$2,715,197 $2,696,093 $2,647,056 $2,338,483 $2,147,580 
Return on common equity6.42 %8.53 %9.20 %2.09 %10.21 %
Adjusted:
Net Income - non-GAAP$54,251 $58,790 $65,623 $54,757 $58,358 
Net income available to common shareholders - non-GAAP$50,595 $55,134 $61,967 $51,101 $54,702 
Average Assets27,504,576 28,000,482 29,703,337 24,907,376 22,381,459 
Adjusted Return on Assets0.79 %0.84 %0.88 %0.88 %1.04 %
Average Common Equity2,715,197 2,696,093 2,647,056 2,338,483 2,147,580 
Adjusted Return on common equity7.45 %8.18 %9.36 %8.74 %10.19 %
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Important Cautionary Statements
The foregoing information should be read in conjunction with the financial statements, notes and other information contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K.
This press release contains statements about the Company’s future that are not statements of historical or current fact. These statements are “forward-looking statements” for purposes of applicable securities laws and are based on current information and/or management's good faith belief as to future events. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “intends,” “forecasts,” “may,” “potential,” “projects,” and other similar expressions or future or conditional verbs such as “will,” “should,” “would,” and “could” are intended to help identify such forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Although the Company believes any such statements are based on reasonable assumptions, forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement.
By their nature, forward-looking statements involve inherent risk and uncertainties including the following risks and uncertainties, and those risks and uncertainties more fully discussed under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s September 30, 2024 10-K, and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q which could cause actual performance to differ materially from that anticipated by any forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements relating to our financial condition or operations are subject to risks and uncertainties related to (i) fluctuations in interest rate risk and market interest rates, including the effect on our net interest income and net interest margin; (ii) current and future economic conditions, including the effects of declines in the real estate market, high unemployment rates, inflationary pressures, a potential recession, the monetary policies of the Federal Reserve, and slowdowns in economic growth either nationally or locally in some or all of the areas in which we conduct business; (iii) financial stress on borrowers (consumers and businesses) as a result of higher interest rates or an uncertain economic environment; (iv) changes in deposit flows or loan demands; (v) our ability to identify and address cyber-security risks, including security breaches, "denial of service attacks," "hacking" and identity theft; (vi) the Company's exit from the mortgage lending business; (vii) the effects of natural or man-made disasters, calamities, or conflicts, including terrorist events and pandemics (such as the COVID-19 pandemic) and the resulting governmental and societal responses; (viii) the results of examinations by regulatory authorities, including a "Needs to Improve" CRA rating, which may impose restrictions or penalties on the Company's activities; (ix) expectations regarding key growth initiatives and strategic priorities; (x) global economic trends, including developments related to Ukraine and Russia, and the evolving conflict in the Middle East, and related negative financial impacts on our borrowers; (xi) litigation risks resulting in significant expenses, losses and reputational damage; (xii) the impact of bank failures or adverse developments at other banks and related negative press about regional banks and the banking industry in general; and (xiii) other economic, competitive, governmental, environmental, regulatory, and technological factors affecting our operations, pricing, products and services.
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CONTACT:
WaFd, Inc.
425 Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98101
Brad Goode, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer
206-626-8178

brad.goode@wafd.com
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
WaFd, Inc.
Fact Sheet
December 31, 2024
($ in Thousands)
Exhibit 99.2
As of 06/24As of 09/24As of 12/24
Allowance for Credit Losses (ACL) - Total$225,324 $225,253 $225,022 
ACL - Loans203,824 203,753 204,522 
ACL - Unfunded Commitments21,500 21,500 20,500 
Total ACL as a % of Gross Loans1.00 %1.01 %1.00 %
06/24 QTR06/24 YTD09/24 QTR09/24 YTD12/24 QTR12/24 YTD
Loan Originations - Total$972,500 $2,669,679 $962,393 $3,632,072 $930,789 $930,789 
Multi-Family8,523 58,733 1,997 60,730 6,388 6,388 
Commercial Real Estate57,956 203,206 43,724 246,930 47,826 47,826 
Commercial & Industrial456,351 1,245,873 431,498 1,677,371 405,877 405,877 
Construction124,978 411,993 191,837 603,829 162,662 162,662 
Land - Acquisition & Development6,099 30,131 15,275 45,406 7,934 7,934 
Single-Family Residential141,018 292,038 138,234 430,272 156,117 156,117 
Construction - Custom58,490 155,732 54,049 209,781 51,009 51,009 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans6,478 14,241 6,946 21,187 4,968 4,968 
HELOC46,246 119,101 42,816 161,917 43,030 43,030 
Consumer66,361 138,631 36,017 174,648 44,978 44,978 
Purchased Loans (including acquisitions)$— $6,207,393 $— $6,207,393 $102,016 $102,016 
Net Loan Fee and Discount Accretion$14,807 $26,547 $10,942 $37,489 $10,000 $10,000 
Repayments
Loans$1,035,515 $3,172,373 $1,129,986 $4,302,359 $981,574 $981,574 
MBS58,582 130,946 64,885 195,831 68,287 68,287 
MBS Net Premium Amortization$561 $657 $403 $1,060 $434 $434 
Efficiency
Operating Expenses/Average Assets1.48 %1.77 %1.54 %1.71 %1.62 %1.62 %
Efficiency Ratio (%)56.61 %63.87 %57.21 %62.13 %65.04 %65.04 %
Amortization of Intangibles$3,197 $4,766 $2,977 $7,743 $2,755 $2,755 
EOP Numbers
Shares Issued and Outstanding81,157,173 81,220,269 81,373,760 
Share repurchase information
Remaining shares authorized for repurchase11,501,005 11,501,005 11,501,005 
Shares repurchased357,303 1,063,033 7,174 1,070,207 89,528 89,528 
Average share repurchase price$26.63 $25.23 $34.82 $25.29 $38.09 $38.09 
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WaFd Fact Sheet Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
WaFd, Inc.
Fact Sheet
December 31, 2024
($ in Thousands)
Tangible Common Shareholders' Book ValueAs of 06/24As of 09/24As of 12/24
$ Amount$2,206,084 $2,251,875 $2,272,423 
Per Share27.18 27.73 27.93 
# of Employees2,204 2,208 2,175 
Investments
Available-for-sale:
Agency MBS$1,351,997 $1,387,025 $1,600,089 
Other1,076,771 1,185,684 1,143,642 
$2,428,768 $2,572,709 $2,743,731 
Held-to-maturity:
Agency MBS$447,638 $436,972 $537,348 
$447,638 $436,972 $537,348 
As of 06/24As of 09/24As of 12/24
Loans Receivable by Category1
 Amount % Amount % Amount %
Multi-Family$4,616,359 20.5 %$4,658,119 20.8 %$4,829,736 21.5 %
Commercial Real Estate3,781,247 16.8 3,757,040 16.8 3,637,986 16.2 
Commercial & Industrial2,394,978 10.7 2,337,139 10.5 2,408,693 10.6 
Construction2,247,530 9.9 2,174,254 9.7 2,062,116 9.2 
Land - Acquisition & Development195,796 0.9 200,713 0.9 178,687 0.8 
Single-Family Residential8,364,415 37.2 8,399,030 37.6 8,520,833 38.0 
Construction - Custom414,483 1.8 384,161 1.7 335,715 1.5 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans112,317 0.5 108,791 0.6 107,205 0.5 
HELOC255,271 1.1 266,151 1.2 275,132 1.2 
Consumer84,445 0.4 73,998 0.3 75,933 0.3 
22,466,841 100 %22,359,396 100 %22,432,036 100 %
Less:
Allowance for Credit Losses (ACL)203,824 203,753 204,522 
Loans in Process1,094,956 1,009,798 903,253 
Net Deferred Fees, Costs and Discounts294,142 229,491 263,760 
Sub-Total1,592,922 1,443,042 1,371,535 
$20,873,919 $20,916,354 $21,060,501 
Net Loan Portfolio by Category1
 Amount % Amount % Amount %
Multi-Family$4,488,124 21.5 %$4,530,951 21.7 %$4,714,800 22.4 %
Commercial Real Estate3,707,189 17.8 3,692,946 17.7 3,572,885 17.0 
Commercial & Industrial2,331,403 11.2 2,273,984 10.9 2,343,246 11.1 
Construction1,417,444 6.8 1,401,748 6.7 1,362,145 6.5 
Land - Acquisition & Development148,724 0.7 152,416 0.7 139,388 0.7 
Single-Family Residential8,146,045 39.0 8,239,778 39.4 8,320,765 39.5 
Construction - Custom188,940 0.9 180,988 0.9 154,495 0.7 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans108,927 0.5 105,496 0.5 103,961 0.4 
HELOC255,908 1.2 266,808 1.3 275,880 1.3 
Consumer81,215 0.4 71,239 0.3 72,936 0.3 
$20,873,919 100 %$20,916,354 100 %$21,060,501 100 %
1These loan disclosures are specific to those loans held for investment and exclude loans held for sale.
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
WaFd, Inc.
Fact Sheet
December 31, 2024
($ in Thousands)
As of 06/24As of 09/24As of 12/24
Loans by State1
Amount%Amount%Amount%
Washington$5,771,422 27.4 %$5,771,729 27.3 %$5,857,840 27.5 %
Idaho917,733 4.4 924,573 4.4 940,094 4.4 
Oregon2,486,762 11.8 2,463,530 11.7 2,477,443 11.7 
Utah2,084,601 9.9 2,085,051 9.9 2,114,388 9.9 
Nevada776,656 3.7 783,600 3.7 773,271 3.5 
Texas2,526,689 12.0 2,495,541 11.8 2,500,824 11.8 
Arizona2,314,192 11.0 2,319,106 11.0 2,333,725 11.0 
New Mexico750,935 3.7 761,853 3.6 766,170 3.6 
California3,027,699 14.4 3,037,606 14.4 3,037,930 14.3 
Other421,054 2.0 477,518 2.3 463,337 2.2 
Total$21,077,743 100 %$21,120,107 100 %$21,265,022 100 %
Non-Performing AssetsAmount %Amount %Amount %
Non-accrual loans1:
Multi-Family$9,984 16.3 %$18,743 27.0 %$24,077 33.2 %
Commercial Real Estate26,408 43.1 26,362 37.9 26,292 36.3 
Commercial & Industrial2,138 3.5 — — 1,963 2.7 
Construction1,120 1.8 1,120 1.6 624 0.9 
Land - Acquisition & Development74 0.1 74 0.1 — — 
Single-Family Residential20,422 33.2 21,488 30.9 17,440 24.1 
Construction - Custom88 0.1 848 1.1 848 1.2 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans236 0.4 — — — 
HELOC758 1.2 596 0.9 786 1.1 
Consumer40 0.1 310 0.3 449 0.6 
Total non-accrual loans61,268 100 %69,541 100 %72,487 100 %
Real Estate Owned4,209 4,567 3,316 
Other Property Owned3,310 3,310 3,310 
Total non-performing assets$68,787 $77,418 $79,113 
Non-accrual loans as % of total net loans0.29 %0.33 %0.34 %
Non-performing assets as % of total assets0.24 %0.28 %0.29 %
Net Charge-offs (Recoveries) by Category06/24 QTR
CO % (a)
09/24 QTR
CO % (a)
12/24 QTR
CO % (a)
Multi-Family$— — %$— — %$— — %
Commercial Real Estate201 0.02 — — 163 0.02 
Commercial & Industrial1,343 0.22 136 0.02 353 0.06 
Construction— — — — — — 
Land - Acquisition & Development(17)(0.03)114 0.23 (12)(0.03)
Single-Family Residential(105)(0.01)(88)— (456)(0.02)
Construction - Custom— — (1)— — — 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans(2)(0.01)(1)— — — 
HELOC(1)— (1)— (1)— 
Consumer(166)(0.79)(89)(0.48)184 0.97 
Total net charge-offs (recoveries)$1,253 0.02 %$70  %$231  %
(a)Annualized Net Charge-offs (recoveries) divided by Gross Balance
1These loan disclosures are specific to those loans held for investment and exclude loans held for sale.
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WaFd Fact Sheet Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
WaFd, Inc.
Fact Sheet
December 31, 2024
($ in Thousands)
As of 06/24As of 09/24As of 12/24
Deposits & Branches by StateAmount%#Amount%#Amount%#
Washington$8,302,664 39.2 %73 $8,528,608 39.9 %73 $8,589,398 40.1 %73 
Idaho922,547 4.4 22 949,025 4.4 22 946,554 4.4 22 
Oregon2,711,175 12.8 36 2,696,243 12.6 36 2,704,966 12.6 36 
Utah549,876 2.6 584,001 2.7 573,469 2.7 
Nevada508,648 2.4 527,704 2.5 531,383 2.5 
Texas371,539 1.7 398,736 1.9 683,513 3.2 
Arizona1,610,523 7.6 28 1,619,101 7.6 28 1,628,742 7.6 28 
New Mexico1,555,373 7.3 19 1,622,534 7.6 19 1,568,788 7.3 19 
California4,652,420 22.0 10 4,448,018 20.8 10 4,211,964 19.6 10 
Total$21,184,765 100 %210 $21,373,970 100 %210 $21,438,777 100 %210 
Deposits by TypeAmount%Amount%Amount%
Non-Interest Checking$2,514,310 11.9 %$2,500,467 11.7 %$2,489,394 11.6 %
Interest Checking4,481,465 21.2 4,486,444 21.0 4,554,922 21.2 
Savings733,973 3.5 718,560 3.4 714,755 3.4 
Money Market4,199,257 19.8 4,111,714 19.2 4,094,788 19.1 
Time Deposits9,255,760 43.7 9,556,785 44.7 9,584,918 44.7 
Total$21,184,765 100 %$21,373,970 100 %$21,438,777 100 %
Deposits Uninsured &
Non-collateralized - EOP
$5,238,217 24.7 %$5,134,192 24.0 %$5,317,511 24.8 %
Time Deposit RepricingAmountRateAmountRateAmountRate
Within 3 months$2,300,304 4.37 %$2,923,299 4.72 %$3,744,158 4.59 %
From 4 to 6 months2,586,273 4.76 %3,140,278 4.65 %2,655,054 4.38 %
From 7 to 9 months1,953,833 4.63 %1,236,201 4.49 %1,538,725 4.49 %
From 10 to 12 months1,071,346 4.26 %1,307,000 4.37 %836,930 3.41 %
Borrowings (Effective Maturity)AmountRateAmountRateAmountRate
Within 1 year$3,036,283 5.01 %$2,274,067 5.00 %$1,850,825 4.84 %
1 to 3 years192,425 3.13 %193,355 3.17 %194,284 3.14 %
3 to 5 years— — %— — %18,400 — %
More than 5 years850,652 1.04 %850,885 1.23 %851,118 1.15 %
Total$4,079,360 $3,318,307 $2,914,627 
Interest Rate Risk(b)
NPV post up 100 bps shock8.9 %8.7 %9.5 %
NPV post down 100 bps shock10.7 %10.2 %11.6 %
Change in NII after up 100 bps shock3.0 %0.2 %1.3 %
Change in NII after down 100 bps shock1.6 %0.4 %2.0 %
(b)Assumes no balance sheet management actions taken.
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WaFd Fact Sheet Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
WaFd, Inc.
Fact Sheet
December 31, 2024
($ in Thousands)
Historical CPR Rates (c)
Average for Quarter Ended:WAFD
SFR Mortgages
WAFD
GSE MBS
12/31/20226.3 %12.6 %
3/31/20235.8 %8.9 %
6/30/20237.9 %11.8 %
9/30/20237.0 %14.5 %
12/31/20236.6 %9.7 %
3/31/20244.8 %8.7 %
6/30/20246.6 %12.0 %
9/30/20248.6 %12.9 %
12/31/20248.1 %12.7 %
(c)The CPR Rate (conditional payment rate) is the rate that is equal to the proportion of the principal of a pool of loans that is paid off prematurely in each period.
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WaFd Fact Sheet Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
WaFd, Inc.
Fact Sheet
December 31, 2024
Average Balance Sheet
($ in Thousands)
Quarter Ended
June 30, 2024September 30, 2024December 31, 2024
Average BalanceInterestAverage RateAverage BalanceInterestAverage RateAverage BalanceInterestAverage Rate
Assets
Loans receivable$23,536,530 $337,118 5.76 %$21,258,400 $308,598 5.78 %$20,954,663 $286,597 5.43 %
Mortgage-backed securities1,765,314 17,523 3.99 1,817,639 18,088 3.96 1,882,688 18,337 3.86 
Cash & investments2,386,434 33,693 5.68 3,061,063 43,661 5.67 2,855,030 37,941 5.27 
FHLB Stock164,018 3,608 8.85 99,195 3,750 15.04 106,062 2,242 8.39 
Total interest-earning assets27,852,296 391,942 5.66 %26,236,297 374,097 5.67 %25,798,443 345,117 5.31 %
Other assets1,851,041 1,764,185 1,706,133 
Total assets$29,703,337 $28,000,482 $27,504,576 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
Interest-bearing customer accounts$18,398,704 154,359 3.37 %$18,590,638 165,240 3.54 %$18,743,048 162,150 3.43 %
Borrowings5,406,585 60,397 4.49 3,535,015 36,045 4.05 2,899,012 27,536 3.77 
Total interest-bearing liabilities23,805,289 214,756 3.63 %22,125,653 201,285 3.62 %21,642,060 189,686 3.48 %
Noninterest-bearing customer accounts2,593,381 2,588,528 2,523,510 
Other liabilities357,611 290,208 323,809 
Total liabilities26,756,281 25,004,389 24,489,379 
Stockholders’ equity2,947,056 2,996,093 3,015,197 
Total liabilities and equity$29,703,337 $28,000,482 $27,504,576 
Net interest income/interest rate spread$177,186 2.03 %$172,812 2.05 %$155,431 1.83 %
Net interest margin(1)
2.56 %2.62 %2.39 %
(1)Annualized net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets
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WaFd Fact Sheet Q1 2025
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WaFd Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
WaFd, Inc.
Fact Sheet
December 31, 2024
Delinquency Summary
($ in Thousands)
# of Loans
Type of Loans #LoansAVG SizeLoans
Amortized
Cost
30 60 90 Total% Based on #$ Delinquent% Based on #
December 31, 2024
Multi-Family1,922 2,467 $4,740,797 10 10 23 1.20 %$23,504 0.50 %
Commercial Real Estate1,282 2,817 3,610,758 0.39 670 0.02 
Commercial & Industrial1,792 1,341 2,403,719 12 26 1.45 2,246 0.09 
Construction389 3,555 1,383,048 1.29 4,495 0.33 
Land - Acquisition & Development78 1,880 146,609 — — — — — — — 
Single-Family Residential21,643 386 8,362,881 34 17 59 110 0.51 29,597 0.35 
Construction - Custom308 506 155,714 — — 0.65 848 0.54 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans998 107 106,489 — 0.40 333 0.31 
HELOC4,466 62 279,039 10 22 0.49 2,037 0.73 
Consumer7,947 10 75,969 16 15 70 101 1.27 712 0.94 
40,825 521 $21,265,023 86 45 167 298 0.73 %$64,442 0.30 %
September 30, 2024
Multi-Family1,938 2,351 $4,556,200 — 0.41 %$14,673 0.32 %
Commercial Real Estate1,295 2,882 3,732,155 — 0.31 661 0.02 
Commercial & Industrial1,827 1,277 2,332,732 13 0.71 2,046 0.09 
Construction406 3,507 1,424,016 — 0.99 2,050 0.14 
Land - Acquisition & Development81 1,979 160,317 — — 2.47 74 0.05 
Single-Family Residential22,141 374 8,280,300 28 19 52 99 0.45 29,711 0.36 
Construction - Custom364 501 182,415 — — 0.55 848 0.46 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans1,017 106 108,060 — — 0.10 — — 
HELOC4,400 61 269,857 13 25 0.57 2,510 0.93 
Consumer7,677 10 74,055 35 27 64 126 1.64 765 1.03 
41,146 513 $21,120,107 79 59 146 284 0.69 %$53,338 0.25 %
June 30, 2024
Multi-Family1,951 2,313 $4,513,323 — 0.15 %$6,612 0.15 %
Commercial Real Estate1,302 2,878 3,746,945 — 0.31 589 0.02 
Commercial & Industrial1,871 1,277 2,389,236 — 11 0.59 2,138 0.09 
Construction404 3,565 1,440,152 — 0.74 1,120 0.08 
Land - Acquisition & Development82 1,908 156,424 — — 2.44 74 0.05 
Single-Family Residential21,789 376 8,186,361 35 16 56 107 0.49 32,111 0.39 
Construction - Custom400 476 190,433 — 0.50 848 0.45 
Land - Consumer Lot Loans1,037 108 111,574 0.68 703 0.63 
HELOC4,360 59 258,833 10 18 0.41 2,251 0.87 
Consumer7,110 12 84,462 32 17 48 97 1.36 275 0.33 
40,306 523 $21,077,743 82 41 131 254 0.63 %$46,721 0.22 %
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Document and Entity Information
Jan. 16, 2025
Document Information [Line Items]  
Document Type 8-K
Document Period End Date Jan. 16, 2025
Entity Registrant Name WAFD, INC.
Entity Central Index Key 0000936528
Amendment Flag false
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code WA
Entity File Number 001-34654
Entity Tax Identification Number 91-1661606
Entity Address, Address Line One 425 Pike Street
Entity Address, City or Town Seattle
Entity Address, State or Province WA
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 98101
City Area Code 206
Local Phone Number 624-7930
Written Communications false
Soliciting Material false
Pre-commencement Tender Offer false
Pre-commencement Issuer Tender Offer false
Entity Emerging Growth Company false
Series A Preferred Stock  
Document Information [Line Items]  
Title of 12(b) Security Depositary Shares, Each Representing a 1/40th Interest in a Share of 4.875% Fixed Rate Series A Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock
Trading Symbol WAFDP
Security Exchange Name NASDAQ
Common Stock [Member]  
Document Information [Line Items]  
Title of 12(b) Security Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share
Trading Symbol WAFD
Security Exchange Name NASDAQ

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