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WAL - Western Alliance Bancorporation
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CONSENSUS:
Buy
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PRICE TARGET:
$88.17
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HIGH:
$98.00
LOW:
$79.00
MEDIAN:
$90.00
CONSENSUS:
$88.17
UPSIDE:
8.53%
Stock News
Western Alliance Bancorporation Announces Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Release Date, Conference Call and Webcast
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bancorporation Announces Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Release Date, Conference Call and Webcast.
Western Alliance Bank Finances $33M First Phase of Historic Marble Manor Redevelopment in Las Vegas
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE: WAL) today announced $33 million in construction financing for Marble Manor Phase I, a 138-unit, mixed-income housing redevelopment located less than two miles northwest of downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. The financing package includes a construction loan consisting of $31 million tax-exempt bonds and $2 million taxable bonds and $19.46 million in tax-exempt permanent bonds. R4 Capital Funding is Western Alliance's originations partner and is t.
Western Alliance Bank's Matt Griesbach Named 2026 Defense & Aerospace Business Visionary for Driving Financial Innovation in the Industry
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE: WAL) today announced that Matt Griesbach, Commercial & Industrial Industry Executive for Aerospace, Defense & Government Contracting, has been named a 2026 Defense & Aerospace Business Visionary by the LA Times Studios, recognizing his role in expanding access to capital across the aerospace and defense sector. Since founding Western Alliance Bank's Aerospace, Defense & Government Contracting Group in late 2023, Griesbach an.
Western Alliance Bank Named #1 Best Bank in Arizona on Forbes 2026 Best-In-State Banks List
[url="]Western Alliance Bank[/url] (NYSE: WAL) today announced that it has been named to the Forbes 2026 America's Best-in-State Banks List, ranking #1 in Ariz
Western Alliance Bank Named #1 Best Bank in Arizona on Forbes 2026 Best-In-State Banks List
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE: WAL) today announced that it has been named to the Forbes 2026 America's Best-in-State Banks List, ranking #1 in Arizona and standing as the only Arizona-based bank included. In its ninth year, the Forbes Best-In-State Banks list is among the industry's most prestigious recognitions. In partnership with market research firm Statista, Forbes surveyed 26,000 U.S. consumers and analyzed more than 1.2 million public online reviews collected bet.
Western Alliance Bank Named a Lyons Den Honoree by Arizona Bar Foundation
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE: WAL) has been named a Lyons Den Awardee by the Arizona Bar Foundation for its work in supporting access to justice through the Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts (IOLTA) program. The Lyons Den list represents banks that partner with the Arizona Bar Foundation in demonstrating strong, ongoing support of IOLTA.The award is named after George Lyons, an Arizona attorney who recognized the importance of strong collaboration between IOLTA institu.
Western Alliance Bank Grows Institutional Commercial Real Estate Team with Phoenix-Based Senior Hire
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank today announced that Matthew Leivian has joined as senior managing director of the Institutional Commercial Real Estate Finance team, based in Phoenix, as the bank continues to expand its national CRE lending platform.Leivian will lead a Phoenix-based team focused on building and growing a high-quality institutional loan portfolio. He will originate and structure construction, acquisition, bridge and mini-permanent financing for commercial real est.
Western Alliance Bank's Melanie Krinsky Named 2026 Entertainment Business Visionary for Advancing Film, TV and Music Financing
[url="]Western Alliance Bank[/url] (NYSE: WAL) today announced that Melanie Krinsky, Senior Managing Director and Head of its Entertainment and Media Group, has b
Western Alliance Bank's Melanie Krinsky Named 2026 Entertainment Business Visionary for Advancing Film, TV and Music Financing
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE:WAL) today announced that Melanie Krinsky, Senior Managing Director and Head of its Entertainment & Media Group, has been named a 2026 Entertainment Business Visionary by the LA Times Studios, recognizing her role in expanding access to film, television and music financing across North America. Since founding the Los Angeles-based group in 2021, Krinsky has led more than $2.5 billion in financing for production, post-production, distribu.
Western Alliance Appoints CEO Kenneth Vecchione as Chairman
[url="]Western Alliance Bancorporation[/url] (NYSE: WAL) the parent company of Western Alliance Bank, announced today that Kenneth A. Vecchione, President and C
Western Alliance Appoints CEO Kenneth Vecchione as Chairman
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE: WAL) the parent company of Western Alliance Bank, announced today that Kenneth A. Vecchione, President and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed Chairman of its Board of Directors, effective as of June 10, 2026. Mr. Vecchione succeeds Bruce Beach, who will continue to serve as a Director and return to the role of Lead Independent Director, which he held from 2010 to 2022.“Ken has led the company through a number of important.
Western Alliance Bank Named Phoenix Business of the Year by Greater Phoenix Chamber
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE:WAL) has been named Phoenix Business of the Year, the top honor given in the Greater Phoenix Chamber's Excellence in Business Awards, announced June 9, 2026. Western Alliance was the winner in the midsize-to-large-business category of the Excellence in Business Awards. The award recognizes Western Alliance as Arizona's largest local bank and highlights its business growth, national banking capabilities, workplace culture and investment in th.
Western Alliance Bank Names Brad Alvarez to Lead National Business Development for Business Escrow Services and M&A Specialty Services
[url="]Western Alliance Bank[/url] (NYSE: WAL) today announced the promotion of Brad Alvarez to Managing Director, Business Development and Strategic Partnersh
Western Alliance Bank Names Brad Alvarez to Lead National Business Development for Business Escrow Services and M&A Specialty Services
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE: WAL) today announced the promotion of Brad Alvarez to Managing Director, Business Development and Strategic Partnerships for its national Business Escrow Services Group and M&A specialty services platform. He will lead the national sales team focused on expanding client relationships and driving continued growth across the platform. The move comes as demand grows for specialized escrow and transaction support. Alvarez, who joined Wester.
AmeriHome Correspondent Named #2 Mortgage Lender from Scotsman Guide's 2026 Top Mortgage Lenders
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AmeriHome Mortgage Company, a subsidiary of Western Alliance Bank, is proud to announce its inclusion in Scotsman Guide's highly acclaimed 2026 Top Mortgage Lenders rankings in the following categories: #2 Overall Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders #2 Correspondent Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders #2 FHA Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders #3 VA Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders Scotsman Guide's Top Mortgage Lenders rankings have set the standard for organizational excellence in residen.
Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript
Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript
Western Alliance: High Margin Of Safety
Western Alliance Bancorporation remains a Buy despite a Q1 earnings hit from a $126.4M charge-off tied to a Leucadia Asset Management loan. WAL's core lending portfolio continues robust growth, with loans up 8% year-over-year to $59.1B, and net interest margin rising to 3.54%. Western Alliance said last week that a $99M loan was non-performing, raising concerns about asset quality. However, WAL's Q1 adjusted net charge-off ratio didn't show a major structural quality deterioration.
A Look at Western Alliance Bancorp (WAL) After 6.0% Decline -- GF Value $89.07 vs Price $76.95
On May 12, 2026, Western Alliance Bancorp (WAL) shares fell 6.0% to $76.95, continuing a downward trend with a year-to-date decline of 8.1%. The stock has fluct
Western Alliance Bancorporation to Host 2026 Investor Day Tuesday in New York
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE: WAL) will host its 2026 Investor Day on Tuesday, May 12, in New York, bringing together members of the company's executive leadership team to discuss its strategy, operating priorities and long-term outlook. Webcast and presentation availability The May 12 event will be webcast live beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time and will be available via the company's Investor Day website at https://westernalliance2026ird.q4web.com/. Investo.
Price Targets
Western Alliance price target raised to $98 from $96 at Citi
$98.00
(was $80.29)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target lowered to $96 from $103 at Citi
$96.00
(was $80.98)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target raised to $80 from $75 at UBS
$80.00
(was $80.39)
UBS
Western Alliance price target lowered to $92 from $94 at Piper Sandler
$92.00
(was $79.44)
Piper Sandler
Western Alliance price target raised to $94 from $93 at Keefe Bruyette
$94.00
(was $78.37)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target lowered to $93 from $101 at Keefe Bruyette
$93.00
(was $76.75)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target lowered to $90 from $98 at Truist
$90.00
(was $75.00)
Truist Financial
Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) PT Lowered to $93 at DA Davidson
$93.00
(was $71.93)
UBS
Western Alliance downgraded to Hold from Buy at TD Cowen
$83.00
(was $73.39)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target lowered to $103 from $107 at Citi
$103.00
(was $73.39)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance upgraded to Equal Weight from Underweight at Wells Fargo
$79.00
(was $73.39)
Wells Fargo
Western Alliance price target lowered to $83 from $85 at Wells Fargo
$83.00
(was $73.91)
Christopher Spahr
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Wells Fargo
Western Alliance price target lowered to $90 from $100 at BofA
$90.00
(was $73.91)
Jefferies
Barclays Reiterates Overweight Rating on Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) amid legal action
$105.00
(was $73.53)
Jared Shaw
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Jefferies
Western Alliance price target lowered to $106 from $107 at UBS
$106.00
(was $91.35)
UBS
Western Alliance price target raised to $100 from $97 at BofA
$100.00
(was $88.92)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target raised to $101 from $98 at Keefe Bruyette
$101.00
(was $89.45)
Christopher McGratty
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Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target raised to $98 from $93 at Truist
$98.00
(was $89.72)
John McDonald
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Truist Financial
Western Alliance price target lowered to $108 from $109 at TD Cowen
$108.00
(was $87.19)
Industrial Alliance Securities
Western Alliance price target raised to $107 from $105 at UBS
$107.00
(was $88.11)
Nicholas Holowko
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UBS