Rating Change
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reiterated its Market Perform rating on Westamerica Bancorporation (NASDAQ:WABC) on October 16, 2026.
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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Reiterates Market Perform Rating on Westamerica Bancorporation (WABC)
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reiterated its Market Perform rating on Westamerica Bancorporation (NASDAQ:WABC) on October 16, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Westamerica Bancorporation (NASDAQ:WABC) · reiterate
- Firm
- Keefe, Bruyette & Woods
- Rating
- Market Perform to Market Perform
- Price at event
- $61.28
- Market capitalization
- $1.2B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Keefe, Bruyette & Woods maintained a Market Perform rating on Westamerica Bancorporation on October 16, 2026.
Market Context
Westamerica Bancorporation operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $61.28 with a market capitalization of $1.2B.
Analyst coverage from Keefe, Bruyette & Woods provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for Westamerica Bancorporation.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Westamerica Bancorporation
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 0 Buy, 10 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
| Jul 17, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
| Apr 17, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
| Jul 21, 2025 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View WABC Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Market Perform rating mean for WABC?
A rating of Market Perform from Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reflects the analyst's outlook on Westamerica Bancorporation (NASDAQ:WABC). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the WABC forecast page.