HWC

In the past six months (March 2026 - September 2026), Hancock Whitney Corp.'s stock price was impacted by several events. On July 21, 2026, the company reported strong fiscal Q2 2026 results, with net income of $127.0 million, or $1.55 per diluted share, meeting analyst expectations and showing a significant rebound from Q1 2026, alongside strong organic growth in loans and deposits. The completion of the One Florida Bank acquisition on August 3, 2026, served as a significant growth catalyst, adding $1.7 billion in loans and $1.8 billion in deposits. A quarterly dividend was announced on July 30, 2026. Analyst ratings saw Citi lowering its price target to $86 from $87 while maintaining a Buy rating, with a general 'Buy' consensus and a target of $84.22. The stock price has increased by 16.5% since January 2026 and traded between $54.05 and $80.13 over the past year.