Operational for over 135 years, Bank of the West conducts business in 19 western and Midwestern U.S. states. The bank is a member of the BNP Paribas Group that is one of the six highest rated banks worldwide according to Standard & Poor's, a credit rating agency. Bank of the West serves individuals, small businesses and middle market commercial customers across the United States. It offers various services, including deposits, commercial lending, cash management, investment solutions and more. Additionally, the bank's wealth management services include credit/asset management solutions and a range of insurance protection. It is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and is an Equal Housing Lender.