JASPER, Ind.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–German American Bank announced today that it has been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks 2026 by Newsweek and Plant-A-Insights Group. The company also received recognition across its footprint as a Best Regional Bank listed in the states of Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio.
Newsweek, in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group, recognized top regional banks in the United States by conducting a large-scale study based on the analysis of over 8,800 institutions, more than 66,000 customer surveys and millions of online reviews.
“To be named as Best Bank by Newsweek for three consecutive years speaks to the strength of our German American team, our customers and the communities we serve,” states Neil Dauby, Chairman and CEO of German American Bank. “It is especially gratifying to see a high ranking in all three states we serve – Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio. We are deeply rooted in our local communities and are proud to offer our customers products and services that meet their needs.”
In the announcement of the recognition, Newsweek’s Editor in Chief, Jennifer H. Cunningham, stated, “Regional banks are the financial backbone of communities nationwide. These institutions build real relationships with the people they serve, and that proximity to customers translates into stronger trust, better service, and meaningful impact. We’re proud to recognize the organizations setting the standard for excellence in community banking.”
For more information about this recognition visit: https://rankings.newsweek.com/americas-best-regional-banks-credit-unions-2026/indiana.
About German American Bank
German American Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: GABC) is a $8.3 billion financial holding company. Through its banking subsidiary, German American Bank, it provides a wide range of banking and wealth management services to businesses and individuals in 94 offices across central and southern Indiana; northern, central and western Kentucky; and central and southwest Ohio. In the Columbus Ohio and Greater Cincinnati markets, the Company does business as Heartland Bank, a division of German American Bank. The Company also owns an investment brokerage subsidiary, German American Investment Services, Inc.
Contacts
For additional information, contact the German American Marketing Department at 812-482-1314.
