Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)

NASDAQ: HWC · Real-Time Price · USD
68.76
+0.65 (0.95%)
May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed
Market Cap5.58B +23.9%
Revenue (ttm)1.39B -1.2%
Net Income412.31M -12.2%
EPS4.88 -9.9%
Shares Out 81.16M
PE Ratio14.08
Forward PE10.61
Dividend$2.00 (2.91%)
Ex-Dividend DateJun 5, 2026
Volume1,140,526
Open68.11
Previous Close68.11
Day's Range67.77 - 69.03
52-Week Range52.89 - 75.43
Beta0.98
AnalystsStrong Buy
Price Target77.67 (+12.96%)
Earnings DateApr 21, 2026

About HWC

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. The company 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, including revolving credit facilities; letters of credit and similar financial guarantees; trust and investment management... [Read more]

Sector Financials
Founded 1883
Employees 3,658
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol HWC
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Hancock Whitney's revenue was $1.46 billion, an increase of 5.20% compared to the previous year's $1.39 billion. Earnings were $484.03 million, an increase of 5.73%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 6 analysts, the average rating for HWC stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $77.67, which is an increase of 12.96% from the latest price.

Price Target
$77.67
(12.96% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Hancock Whitney Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend.

9 days ago - Business Wire

Hancock Whitney Transcript: AGM 2026

The meeting highlighted strong 2025 financial results, increased dividends, and strategic growth through acquisitions and hiring. All board proposals passed, including director elections and auditor ratification. Shareholder value initiatives included dividend hikes and share repurchases.

10 days ago - Transcripts

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $80 from $78 at Piper Sandler

Piper Sandler analyst Stephen Scouten raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $80 from $78 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares following quarterly results. The

18 days ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $79 from $75 at Stephens

Stephens analyst Matt Olney raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $79 from $75 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares after the company reported a

18 days ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Solid Q1 2026 results with improved profitability, NIM expansion, and strong capital. Loan growth guidance remains mid-single digits, supported by new banker hires and robust pipelines. Fee income and margin outlooks are positive, with continued capital returns and proactive risk management.

18 days ago - Transcripts

Hancock Whitney reports Q1 EPS ex-items $1.52, consensus $1.50

“The first quarter of 2026 was a solid start to the year,” said John M. Hairston, President & CEO. “Our diluted earnings per share, adjusted for the supplemental disclosure item,

18 days ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney Reports First Quarter 2026 EPS of $0.57

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney reports first quarter 2026 EPS of $0.57.

18 days ago - Business Wire

FHLB Dallas and Hancock Whitney Support Transitional Housing in Patterson, Louisiana, with $1.17M Grant

PATTERSON, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--There's a larger transitional housing apartment complex available to residents of South Louisiana, made possible in part by a $1.17 million Affordable Housing Program ...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

Hancock Whitney Corporation to Announce First Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Host Conference Call April 21

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Corporation (Nasdaq: HWC) will announce first quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 after the market closes. Management will host ...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $81 from $78 at Citi

Citi raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $81 from $78 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm sees a “solid” profitability outlook for

2 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney raises quarterly dividend 11% to 50c per share

The first quarter common stock cash dividend is payable March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record as of March 5, 2026.

3 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney Corporation Increases Quarterly Dividend 11.1%

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Increases Quarterly Dividend 11.1%.

3 months ago - Business Wire

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $78 from $76 at Citi

Citi raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $78 from $76 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.

3 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $78 from $76 at Citi

Citi raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $78 from $76 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The company reported a solid Q4 report and

3 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $79 from $77 at DA Davidson

DA Davidson raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $79 from $77 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The company’s Q4 results were solidly above

3 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $72 from $70 at Keefe Bruyette

Keefe Bruyette analyst Catherine Mealor raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $72 from $70 and keeps a Market Perform rating on the shares. The firm was

3 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $78 from $72 at Piper Sandler

Piper Sandler raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $78 from $72 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm notes the company’s Q4 2025

3 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

Fourth quarter 2025 saw strong earnings, improved efficiency, and robust loan and deposit growth. 2026 guidance calls for mid-single-digit loan growth, modest NIM expansion, and continued investments in talent and technology, with capital ratios remaining strong.

3 months ago - Transcripts

Hancock Whitney reports Q4 EPS $1.49, consensus $1.49

“The fourth quarter of 2025 marked a strong finish to a remarkable year,” said John M. Hairston, President & CEO. “2025 compared very well to the previous year, with adjusted

3 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney Reports Fourth Quarter 2025 EPS of $1.49

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney reports fourth quarter 2025 EPS of $1.49.

3 months ago - Business Wire

Devon Bray Joins Hancock Whitney as Business Banking & SBA Director

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Devon Bray Joins Hancock Whitney as Business Banking & SBA Director.

4 months ago - Business Wire

Hancock Whitney price target raised to $78 from $72 at Raymond James

Raymond James raised the firm’s price target on Hancock Whitney (HWC) to $78 from $72 and keeps a Strong Buy rating on the shares. Risk-reward is viewed positively given above-peer

4 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney names Emory Mayfield chief banking officer

Emory Mayfield has been named the new Chief Banking Officer for Hancock Whitney (HWC) Corporation. “Emory brings proven leadership experience and a strong track record of executing strategies that dri...

4 months ago - TheFly

Hancock Whitney Corporation Names Emory Mayfield as Chief Banking Officer

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Corporation Names Emory Mayfield as Chief Banking Officer.

4 months ago - Business Wire

Hancock Whitney Corporation to Announce Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Host Conference Call January 20

GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Corporation to Announce Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Host Conference Call January 20.

4 months ago - Business Wire