2026-04-02 19:33:43
Kroll Bond Rating Agency Affirms Univest Financial Corporation Ratings with Stable Outlook
Expected Stock impact: Slightly Positive
On April 1, 2026, Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) affirmed its long-term credit ratings for Univest Financial Corporation and its subsidiary, Univest Bank and Trust Co. The ratings include a senior unsecured debt rating of BBB+, a subordinated debt rating of BBB, and a short-term debt rating of K2 for the Corporation. For the Bank, KBRA affirmed a deposit rating of A-, a senior unsecured debt rating of A-, a subordinated debt rating of BBB+, and short-term deposit and debt ratings of K2. The affirmation of these ratings reflects the agency's view of the Corporation's stable financial performance and sound risk management practices. The stable outlook indicates that KBRA does not anticipate any significant changes to the Corporation's credit profile in the near term. This affirmation is expected to have a small positive effect on the stock price as it reinforces investor confidence in the financial stability of Univest Financial Corporation.
