Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)
| Market Cap | 5.58B +23.9% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 1.39B -1.2% |
| Net Income | 412.31M -12.2% |
| EPS | 4.88 -9.9% |
| Shares Out | 81.16M |
| PE Ratio | 14.08 |
| Forward PE | 10.61 |
| Dividend | $2.00 (2.91%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 5, 2026 |
| Volume | 1,140,526 |
| Open | 68.11 |
| Previous Close | 68.11 |
| Day's Range | 67.77 - 69.03 |
| 52-Week Range | 52.89 - 75.43 |
| Beta | 0.98 |
| Analysts | Strong Buy |
| Price Target | 77.67 (+12.96%) |
| Earnings Date | Apr 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]
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 StatementsAnalyst 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.
News
Hancock Whitney Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend
GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend.
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.
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
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
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.
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,
Hancock Whitney Reports First Quarter 2026 EPS of $0.57
GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney reports first quarter 2026 EPS of $0.57.
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 ...
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 ...
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
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.
Hancock Whitney Corporation Increases Quarterly Dividend 11.1%
GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Increases Quarterly Dividend 11.1%.
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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
Hancock Whitney Reports Fourth Quarter 2025 EPS of $1.49
GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney reports fourth quarter 2025 EPS of $1.49.
Devon Bray Joins Hancock Whitney as Business Banking & SBA Director
GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Devon Bray Joins Hancock Whitney as Business Banking & SBA Director.
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
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...
Hancock Whitney Corporation Names Emory Mayfield as Chief Banking Officer
GULFPORT, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hancock Whitney Corporation Names Emory Mayfield as Chief Banking Officer.
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.