Ameris Bank Climbs Forbes Best Banks Ranking on Growth Metrics
Event summary
- Ameris Bank ranked #15 in Forbes' America's Best Banks 2026, up from #26 in 2025.
- Largest bank by assets in the top 15 of the ranking with $27.5B in assets as of Dec. 31, 2025.
- Forbes evaluated banks on growth, credit quality, profitability metrics and stock performance over the past year.
The big picture
Ameris Bank's rise in the Forbes ranking reflects its strong performance across key financial metrics, positioning it as a formidable player in the regional banking sector. The bank's ability to balance growth with credit quality and profitability is notable amid an increasingly competitive landscape where scale and customer experience are critical differentiators.
What we're watching
- Sustainability of Growth
- Whether Ameris Bank can maintain its upward trajectory in rankings amid potential market volatility.
- Scale Advantage
- How the bank's size and asset base will influence its competitive positioning against smaller regional players.
- Customer Experience
- The impact of Ameris Bank's focus on personalized service on customer retention and acquisition metrics.
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