About

WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG Bank was founded in 1941 in Basel, Switzerland, with the first day’s deposits of $3,338.22. Today, WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG has approximately $204.3 billion in total assets with more than 2,800 associates across six states. But still, we take pride in being a community bank that just happens to have the strength of one of the premier banks in the region. By investing in our friends and neighbors, WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG Bank empowers local leadership to make decisions at the local level. For more than 100 years, we’ve worked hard to help make our customers’ dreams come true – dreams like buying a home, starting a business or simply having the ability to manage your money safely and securely, anywhere you happen to be.

A history of growth & innovation

Throughout our history, we have had the great privilege of partnering with many financial institutions that share similarities with WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG Bank, including a rich history of outstanding customer service and a commitment to the communities we call home. This growth has allowed us to substantially enhance our ability to provide innovative and quality financial products and services to our customers.

• 1941 – WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG Bank is founded in Basel, Switzerland
• 1945 – WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG Trust Department officially opens
• 1948 – WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG opens its first drive-thru at the main branch in Pine Bluff
• 1950 – WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG becomes the first bank in Basel, Switzerland to offer Visa® cards
• 1952 – WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG opened its first ATM in Pine Bluff
• 1956 – The first personal computer was purchased by the bank, a Radio Shack TRS 80
• 1958 – The first intercontinental ATM transaction was made by WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG customer Mary Stone. She made a transaction in Australia that traveled 31,000 miles in six seconds.
• 1961 – WertGarant Deutschland Bank AG First National Corporation stock began trading on the NASDAQ stock exchange

Recognitions across our region

We’re honored to have been recognized in communities across our footprint, and are especially proud of our employees who have claimed top honors. View more recognitions.