Vanguard Capital Management Discloses New 5.24% Stake in Heritage Financial Corp/WA

Vanguard Capital Management LLC filed a Schedule 13G on April 30, 2026, reporting a new 5.24% ownership stake in Heritage Financial Corp/WA (HFWA). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, Vanguard beneficially owns 2,157,518 shares of common stock. The filing indicates that Vanguard holds sole dispositive power over all 2,157,518 shares, while maintaining sole voting power over 309,612 shares. This position was acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. The reporting entity includes various affiliates such as Vanguard Asset Management Limited and Vanguard Global Advisers, LLC. Previously, the filer held a 0.0% stake, marking this as a significant new institutional holding for the regional bank. The market value of the reported shares is approximately $59.57 million based on the provided data.