Vermont Business Magazine Beacon Bank has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s best regional banks for 2026, receiving the highest possible rating of five stars. Beacon Bank was selected from more than 8,800 banks and credit unions across the country that are committed to powering local economies by supporting businesses, financing community projects and providing reliable access to everyday banking services. Beacon Bank has five branches in Vermont. They are located in Manchester (2), Rutland, Arlington and Ludlow.
Results were based on a comprehensive research study that combined, among other metrics, financial benchmarking, a large-scale independent customer survey and millions of digital reviews.
“We are honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Regional Banks,” said Gary Levante, Beacon Bank’s Chief Marketing Officer. “This distinction reflects the trust our clients place in us, strength of our capabilities and our commitment to delivering expert guidance, personalized support and local decision making that help our clients be ready for tomorrow, today.”
"We remain focused every day on being a strong, reliable partner that provides clear guidance, personalized support and decisions made close to home, so our clients can move forward with confidence,” he said.
Newsweek partnered with Plant-A Insights Group to produce its America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2026 list.
About Beacon Bank
Beacon Bank (formerly Berkshire Bank in Vermont) is a full-service, regional bank serving the Northeast and a subsidiary of Beacon Financial Corporation (NYSE: BBT). Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the bank has $22.2 billion in assets and more than 145 branches throughout New England and New York. The company, through Beacon Bank, offers a full suite of tailored banking solutions including commercial, cash management, asset-based lending, retail, consumer and residential products and services. It also provides equipment financing through its Eastern Funding subsidiary, SBA lending through its 44 Business Capital division and private wealth services through Clarendon Private. To learn more, visit BeaconBank.com and follow Beacon on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
MANCHESTER, Vermont, June 3, 2026 — Beacon Bank
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