WASHINGTON TRUST BANCORP INC (WASH)

Current Report Filed: 2026-04-20

Washington Trust Bancorp disclosed Q1 2026 unaudited consolidated earnings results via press release, indicating the company is maintaining regular earnings reporting cadence for stakeholders.
The filing was signed by Ronald S. Ohsberg, Senior Executive Vice President, CFO and Treasurer, confirming proper corporate governance and authorization for financial disclosures.
The press release attachment (Exhibit 99.1) is furnished but not deemed 'filed' under SEC regulations, meaning it provides transparency for investors while limiting certain legal liability implications under the Exchange Act.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

Edward O. Handy III, the Chairman and CEO of Washington Trust Bancorp Inc., acquired 6,848 shares of the company's common stock on April 6, 2026, indicating his confidence in the company's future.
Handy also disposed of 3,104 shares on the same date, suggesting potential portfolio rebalancing or liquidity needs, but his net ownership remains significant at 48,247 direct shares and 34,026.908 indirect shares.
The transaction price of $34.16 per share provides insight into the current market valuation of the company, which investors may want to consider in their analysis.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

The reporting person, Mary E. Noons, acquired 3,046 shares of common stock in WASHINGTON TRUST BANCORP INC (WASH) on April 6, 2026 at $0 per share, indicating the shares were likely acquired through an equity compensation plan.
Noons also disposed of 1,381 shares of WASH common stock on the same date at $34.16 per share, suggesting some portfolio rebalancing.
Following the reported transactions, Noons now directly owns 31,102.99 shares of WASH, representing her continued significant ownership stake in the company as a key executive.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

Ronald S. Ohsberg, the SEVP, CFO and Treasurer of Washington Trust Bancorp Inc, has acquired 2,535 shares of the company's common stock through a direct purchase.
Ohsberg has also disposed of 1,149 shares of the company's common stock, likely for tax or diversification purposes.
The net ownership of Ohsberg in the company's common stock has increased to 27,835.489 shares, indicating his continued confidence in the company's prospects.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

Kristen L. DiSanto, a Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, and Corporate Secretary of WASHINGTON TRUST BANCORP INC, acquired 2,240 shares of common stock through a direct purchase on April 6, 2026, indicating potential confidence in the company's future.
DiSanto also disposed of 1,015 shares of common stock through a Form 4 filing, potentially for personal reasons or portfolio rebalancing.
The total number of shares beneficially owned by DiSanto following the reported transactions is 30,698, suggesting she maintains a significant equity stake in the company.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

Insider William K. Wray Sr., who serves as SEVP and Chief Risk Officer, acquired 2,240 shares of common stock through a direct transaction, increasing his direct beneficial ownership to 18,144 shares.
Wray also sold 1,015 shares through a Form transaction, likely for liquidity purposes, reducing his direct beneficial ownership but maintaining a significant stake in the company.
The transactions suggest ongoing confidence in the company by a key executive, though the partial sale may indicate some near-term cash needs or portfolio diversification.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

Kathleen A. Ryan, EVP and Chief Wealth Mgmt officer, acquired 2,240 shares of Washington Trust Bancorp Inc. (WASH) on April 6, 2026 at $0 per share, increasing her direct beneficial ownership to 17,127 shares.
Ryan also disposed of 1,015 shares on the same day at $34.16 per share, suggesting some profit-taking activity.
Ryan holds stock options with exercise prices of $40.25 and $58.05, indicating her alignment with shareholders through long-term equity incentives.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

The reporting person, Dennis L. Algiere, acquired 1,620 shares of common stock on April 6, 2026 at no cost, likely through an equity compensation plan.
Algiere also disposed of 733 shares of common stock on the same date, potentially for tax purposes or to fund other investments.
Algiere continues to hold 19,750 shares of common stock directly, in addition to several stock options, indicating ongoing alignment with shareholder interests.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-08

The reporting person, Maria N. Janes, acquired 1,620 shares of Washington Trust Bancorp Inc. (WASH) common stock on April 6, 2026 at a price of $0 per share, indicating an equity compensation award.
Janes also disposed of 732 shares of WASH common stock on the same date at a price of $34.16 per share, potentially for tax purposes or to fund the equity award.
Janes continues to hold 18,286 shares of WASH common stock directly following the reported transactions, indicating she maintains a substantial ownership stake in the company.

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