• FS Bancorp completed its acquisition of Pacific West Bancorp, effective Aug. 19, 2026.
• Pacific West Bank merged into 1st Security Bank of Washington, expanding the buyer’s presence in Oregon.
• Consideration totaled 430,176 FS Bancorp common shares plus USD 16.83 million in cash.
• Pacific West shareholders could elect stock or cash, subject to proration under the merger agreement.

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