The company operates under the logo “Safe. Sound. Secure.” The company was founded in 1839 and is a secured member of the FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation). The company is also listed as an Equal Housing Lender. They offer credit card services, trust services, commercial banking operations, investment banking services, mortgage banking services and investment advisory services. True to their logo, the company has proven its security as it continues to acquire businesses. The soundness of the business resonates with the 40 years of increased dividend given to its shareholders.
United Bankshares has recently celebrated its 175th year in the business. Based on market capitalization, the company is listed as the 48th largest banking company in the United States.