Pentucket Bank, Haverhill, MA is proud to announce it is starting 2026 with another 5-Star Superior rating from BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. A 5-Star Superior rating indicates that Pentucket Bank is one of the strongest banks in the nation, excelling in areas of capital, loan quality, stability and more. This marks the 135th consecutive quarter that Pentucket Bank has earned this top rating, (that’s over 33 years!), securing it an even more elite status as a “Best of Bauer Bank”, a distinction reserved solely for banks that have maintained a 5-Star rating for 25 years or longer.
“Because community banks put their focus on local people and small businesses, they are perfectly positioned to provide the specialized support that is unique to their area,” assures Karen L. Dorway, president of BauerFinancial. “Community banks, like Pentucket Bank, promote local growth by investing back into the same neighborhoods their deposits come from. By fostering these local relationships, they accomplish two goals: they are highly capitalized, and they are accountable to their customers.”
“We are honored to once again receive this esteemed recognition, which reflects the dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment of our entire team,” said Stephen Jaskelevicus, President and CEO of Pentucket Bank. “At Pentucket Bank, we take great pride in our deep-rooted values, and this continued recognition affirms our commitment to serving as a trusted financial partner. As we close another successful year, we remain focused on building upon this legacy and ensuring Pentucket Bank continues to be a pillar of strength and stability for the communities we serve well into the future.”
Established in 1891, Pentucket Bank has been reinvesting in its local communities for 135 years. Today, its focus remains as it always has, to meet the needs of its customers, even as those needs evolve.