WAL Stock Chart & Stats
$780.30
$0.00(0.00%)
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Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$750.00 - $780.30
Previous CloseN/A
VolumeN/A
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
$158.66B
Enterprise Value$11.04K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$18.50B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$6.84B
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.2
Beta-0.07
Next Earnings
Oct 15, 2026EPS Estimate
43.77Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)8.66
Shares Outstanding109,185,360
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.41
Price to Book (P/B)1.20
Price to Sales (P/S)1.73
P/FCF Ratio-3.27
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$1,607.31Price Target Upside― Downside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering12
EPS Forecast (FY)161.21
Revenue Forecast (FY)$70.80B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability And Revenue GrowthWestern Alliance has delivered multi-year revenue growth with durable profitability metrics (TTM net margin ~17% and ~13% ROE). Sustained margins and positive returns on equity indicate a business model that converts loan and fee growth into recurring earnings over the medium term.
Net Interest Income ExpansionManagement raised NII growth guidance and reported meaningful NII expansion, driven by rising earning assets and stable NIM. A durable improvement in core net interest income supports sustainable earnings power for a regional lender as it scales C&I and commercial real estate lending.
Diversified, Specialized Business ModelInvestor Day emphasized specialized verticals (homeowners association, lender finance, AmeriHome mortgage, innovation banking, escrow/digital services). This diversification across niche commercial products supports deposit stickiness, multiple fee streams, and competitive differentiation over time.
Bears Say
Persistent Negative Operating Cash FlowOperating and free cash flow have been negative in the TTM and most recent years, reducing internal funding capacity. Persistent negative cash generation increases reliance on external funding or balance-sheet actions and constrains long-term financial flexibility despite accounting profits.
Funding Cost Pressure And Deposit SensitivityDeposit optimization trimmed higher-cost balances but left interest-bearing deposit costs elevated (~2.74%) and intentionally reduced deposit balances. Elevated funding costs and deposit base sensitivity raise structural margin risk and leave the bank exposed if re-pricing or wholesale funding needs accelerate.
Rising Credit Risk And Coverage PressureNonaccrual loans increased and allowance coverage temporarily dipped below 100% for a disclosed credit; ACL has risen as portfolio shifts to C&I. A higher share of C&I lending and rising reserves implies greater credit volatility and possible elevated provisions that could pressure medium-term earnings.
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WAL FAQ
What was Western Alliance Bancorporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Western Alliance Bancorporation lowest stock price was $750.00 and its highest was $780.30 in the past 12 months.
What is Western Alliance Bancorporation’s market cap?
Western Alliance Bancorporation’s market cap is $158.66B.
When is Western Alliance Bancorporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Western Alliance Bancorporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 15, 2026 which is in 81 days.
How were Western Alliance Bancorporation’s earnings last quarter?
Western Alliance Bancorporation released its earnings results on Jul 21, 2026. The company reported $41.321 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $41.303 by $0.018.
Is Western Alliance Bancorporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Western Alliance Bancorporation’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Western Alliance Bancorporation pay dividends?
Western Alliance Bancorporation does not currently pay dividends.
What is Western Alliance Bancorporation’s EPS estimate?
Western Alliance Bancorporation’s EPS estimate is 43.77.
How many shares outstanding does Western Alliance Bancorporation have?
Western Alliance Bancorporation has 109,185,360 shares outstanding.
What happened to Western Alliance Bancorporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Western Alliance Bancorporation reported an EPS of $41.321 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $41.303. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Western Alliance Bancorporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:WAL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Western Alliance Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$1,607.31 (― Downside)
$1,607.31 (― Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MX:WAL Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 60%
Sector Average 60%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 92%
Bearish news 8%
Bearish news 8%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
1.89%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.16%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
13.81%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Western Alliance Bancorporation
Western Alliance Bancorporation serves as the holding entity for Western Alliance Bank, offering a broad spectrum of banking products and related financial services, with its primary operations centered in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The company structures its business across Commercial, Consumer Related, and Corporate & Other segments. Its deposit offerings include checking, savings, and money market accounts, as well as fixed-rate and fixed-maturity certificates of deposit. Additionally, it delivers treasury management and residential mortgage services. The company's lending activities are diverse, encompassing commercial and industrial loans such as working capital lines of credit, financing for technology companies, inventory and accounts receivable lines, mortgage warehouse facilities, and equipment loans and leases. Western Alliance also provides commercial real estate loans, secured by properties like multi-family residential units, professional offices, industrial sites, retail centers, and hotels. Its construction and land development loans support projects ranging from single and multi-family residential developments to industrial/warehouse facilities, office buildings, retail spaces, medical offices, and residential lot developments. Consumer loan products are also available. Beyond core banking, Western Alliance offers a variety of other financial services, including internet banking, wire transfers, electronic bill payment and presentment, lock box services, courier services, and comprehensive cash management solutions. Furthermore, the company holds various investment securities, municipal and non-profit loans, and leases, and makes strategic investments in low-income housing tax credits and small business investment corporations, alongside real estate loans and related securities. Founded in 1994 and based in Phoenix, Arizona, Western Alliance Bancorporation operates a network of 36 branch locations and several loan production offices.
WAL Company Deck
WAL Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a constructive, execution-focused tone: the company reported solid quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year growth in key earnings metrics (NII +14% YoY, PPNR +25% YoY, loan growth led by C&I) while maintaining capital and margin stability. Management proactively implemented a deposit optimization program, is deploying excess capital into share repurchases, and expects asset-quality improvements in H2. Offsetting this optimism were headwinds in mortgage banking, a temporary bump in nonaccruals (and a coverage dip), reduced near-term guidance for fee growth, and continued relatively high deposit funding costs. Overall, management presented credible actions and reasonable outcomes to address the challenges while maintaining profitable growth.View all MX:WAL earnings summariesWAL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$1,607.31