Hancock Whitney Corp (HWC)

Currency in USD
74.41
+0.71(+0.96%)
Closed·
74.92+0.51(+0.69%)
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Trading near 52-week High
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Fair Value
Day's Range
74.1875.43
52 wk Range
43.9075.43
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
74.41
Open
74.51
Day's Range
74.18-75.43
52 wk Range
43.9-75.43
Volume
818.05K
Average Volume (3m)
811.03K
1-Year Change
23.4201%
Book Value / Share
53.34
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
77.25
Upside
+3.82%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
8 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

Hancock Whitney Corp News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Hancock Whitney Corp Company Profile

Hancock Whitney Corporation operates as the financial holding company for Hancock Whitney Bank that provides traditional and online banking services to commercial, small business, and retail customers in the United States. It offers various transaction and savings deposit products, such as brokered deposits, time deposits, and money market accounts; treasury management services; secured and unsecured loan products; letters of credit and similar financial guarantees; trust and investment management services to retirement plans, corporations, and individuals; and investment advisory and brokerage products. The company also provides commercial and industrial loans, including real and non-real estate loans; commercial real estate loans; construction and land development loans; and residential mortgages, as well as consumer loans. In addition, it offers commercial finance products to middle market and corporate clients comprising leases and related structures; invests in new market tax credit activities and holds certain foreclosed assets; provides customers access to fixed annuity and life insurance products, investment management and advisory, and other services; and underwrites transactions primarily for banking clients, as well as debt and mortgage-related securities. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Sector
Financial
Employees
3627

Hancock Whitney Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • Hancock Whitney reported Q4 2025 EPS of $1.49, beating forecasts of $1.48, while revenue missed at $389.3M vs. $391.49M expected, causing stock to dip 1.96% after hours.
  • The company showed 8% year-over-year EPS improvement, 12% increase in tangible book value per share, and 1% rise in net interest income with an efficiency ratio of 54.9%.
  • Management announced a new share buyback plan and intentions to hire up to 50 new associates in 2026, with strategic focus on healthcare, commercial real estate, and business banking.
  • Guidance for 2026 includes 5-6% growth in net interest income, 4-5% growth in fee income, and mid-single-digit growth in loans and deposits, with anticipated impact from two Fed rate cuts.
  • CEO John Hairston indicated a proactive approach to M&A opportunities, while COO Shane Loper emphasized the strategic goal of becoming 'the best bank for privately owned businesses in the country.'
Last Updated: 2026-01-21, 12:12 a/m
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P/E Ratio
12.6x0.0x10.1x
PEG Ratio
1.710.000.03
Price/Book
1.4x0.0x1.0x
Price / LTM Sales
4.2x0.0x3.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
4.8%0.0%11.0%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

7 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
8 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 77.25
(+3.82% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Citi
Buy78.00+4.82%76.00MaintainJan 22, 2026
Piper Sandler
Buy78.00+4.82%72.00MaintainJan 21, 2026
DA Davidson
Buy79.00+6.17%77.00MaintainJan 21, 2026
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods
Hold72.00-3.24%70.00MaintainJan 21, 2026
Raymond James
Buy79.00+6.17%78.00MaintainJan 21, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 5.67%
Dividend Yield
2.69%
Industry Median 3.15%
Annualized payout
2.00
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+10.76%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jan 20, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.49 / 1.48
Revenue / Forecast
389.30M / 391.49M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

HWC Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Hancock Whitney (HWC) Stock Price Today?

The Hancock Whitney stock price today is 74.41

What Stock Exchange Does Hancock Whitney Trade On?

Hancock Whitney is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Hancock Whitney?

The stock symbol for Hancock Whitney is "HWC."

Does Hancock Whitney Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Hancock Whitney dividend yield is 2.69%.

What Is the Hancock Whitney Market Cap?

As of today, Hancock Whitney market cap is 6.12B.

What Is Hancock Whitney's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Hancock Whitney EPS (TTM) is 5.67.

When Is the Next Hancock Whitney Earnings Date?

Hancock Whitney will release its next earnings report on Apr 21, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is HWC a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Hancock Whitney Stock Split?

Hancock Whitney has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Hancock Whitney Have?

Hancock Whitney has 3627 employees.

What is the current trading status of Hancock Whitney (HWC)?

As of Feb 09, 2026, Hancock Whitney (HWC) is trading at a price of 74.41, with a previous close of 74.41. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 74.18 to 75.43, while its 52-week range spans from 43.90 to 75.43.

What Is Hancock Whitney (HWC) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Hancock Whitney is USD77.25, with a high estimate of USD79 and a low estimate of USD72. 7 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +3.82% Upside potential.

What Is the HWC After Hours Price?

HWC's last after hours stock price is 74.92, the stock has decreased by 0.51, or 0.69%.
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