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 It accepts various deposit products, including noninterest-bearing demand deposits, interest-bearing transaction accounts, savings accounts, money market deposit accounts, and time deposit accounts.
infoHancock Whitney is a mid cap stock with a total market cap of 3.49B.
infoThey trade on the NASDAQ and had their IPO 32 years and 2 months ago.
infoHancock Whitney currently employs 3705 people.
infoAs of Wednesday, Aug 23 2023, Hancock Whitney’s share price is $40.54.
News Relating to Hancock Whitney
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Stock Declines Despite Q2 Earnings Beat
Wednesday Jul 19 2023 at 12:07
Hancock Whitney’s (HWC) results benefit from higher net interest income, a rise in loan balance, and higher interest rates. However, rising expenses and provisions are concerns.
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Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC) Q2 2023 Earnings Call Transcript
Tuesday Jul 18 2023 at 20:55
Hancock Whitney Corporation (NASDAQ:HWC ) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call July 18, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Kathryn Mistich – IR Manager John Hairston – President & CEO Michael Achary – CFO Chris Ziluca – Chief Credit Officer Conference Call Participants Michael Rose – Raymond James Casey Haire – Jefferies Catherine Mealor – KBW Brett Rabatin – Hovde Group Kevin Fitzsimmons – D.A. Davison Brandon King – Truist Stephen Scouten – Piper Sandler Christopher Marinac – Janney Montgomery Scott Matt Olney – Stephens Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Hancock Whitney Corporation’s Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call.
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Q2 Earnings Surpass Estimates
Tuesday Jul 18 2023 at 18:50
Hancock Whitney (HWC) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.35 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.33 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.38 per share a year ago.
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Reports Q2 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say
Tuesday Jul 18 2023 at 18:50
Although the revenue and EPS for Hancock Whitney (HWC) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended June 2023, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.
Seeking Alpha
Hancock Whitney: Attractive, But With A Catch
Sunday Jun 04 2023 at 10:36
Hancock Whitney Corporation has experienced a decline in shares totaling 20.5% year to date due to concerns regarding the banking industry. The company has shown growth in loans and deposits, with a decrease in uninsured deposits from 50.6% at the end of 2022 to 48% in the most recent quarter. Despite some concerns, the company’s overall financial performance and low price to earnings multiple make it an intriguing investment option, rated as a ‘buy’, but with an important caveat.
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Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript
Tuesday Apr 18 2023 at 19:49
Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Q1 Earnings Match Estimates
Tuesday Apr 18 2023 at 19:01
Hancock Whitney (HWC) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.45 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This compares to earnings of $1.40 per share a year ago.
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Tuesday Apr 11 2023 at 11:30
Hancock Whitney (HWC) doesn’t possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Business Wire
Hancock Whitney Corporation to announce first quarter 2023 financial results and host conference call April 18
Tuesday Mar 28 2023 at 09:25
GULFPORT, Miss.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hancock Whitney Corporation (Nasdaq: HWC) will announce first quarter 2023 financial results on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 after the market closes. Management will host a conference call for analysts and investors at 4:00 p.m. Central Time on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 to review the results.
MarketBeat
Analysts Remain Bullish On These 3 Regional Banks
Tuesday Mar 21 2023 at 06:46
First, it was Silicon Valley Bank. Then Signature Bank.
Seeking Alpha
Hancock Whitney Looks Moderately Undervalued Despite A More Challenging Environment
Wednesday Jan 25 2023 at 20:43
Hancock Whitney has been reaping the benefits of higher interest rates and operating cost leverage, with the shares outperforming since my first article on the stock. The environment for banks is getting tougher, but Hancock has the right kind of deposit base to ensure it holds up relatively well.
Zacks Investment Research
Hancock Whitney (HWC) Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Rise
Wednesday Jan 18 2023 at 11:19
Higher revenues, increasing loan balances and higher rates support Hancock Whitney’s (HWC) Q4 earnings. However, increasing expenses and provisions are headwinds.
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Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript
Tuesday Jan 17 2023 at 21:57
Hancock Whitney Corporation (NASDAQ:HWC ) Q4 2022 Results Conference Call January 17, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Trisha Carlson – IR Manager John Hairston – President and CEO Mike Achary – CFO Chris Ziluca – Chief Credit Officer Conference Call Participants Brad Milsaps – Piper Sandler Kevin Fitzsimmons – D.A. Davison Jennifer Demba – Truist Securities Brett Rabatin – Hovde Group Michael Rose – Raymond James Catherine Mealor – KBW Christopher Marinac – Janney Montgomery Scott Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Hancock Whitney Corporation’s Fourth Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call.
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Beats Q4 Earnings Estimates
Tuesday Jan 17 2023 at 18:49
Hancock Whitney (HWC) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 1.23% and 3.16%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2022. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Zacks Investment Research
Is Hancock Whitney (HWC) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
Thursday Jan 05 2023 at 11:17
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
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Bet on These 5 Low Leverage Stocks to Avoid Inflation Woes
Thursday Dec 29 2022 at 09:02
In times of crisis, a prudent investor always looks for stocks that are safe bets instead of looking at only high-growth value companies. You may buy MTG, TA, HWC, CLDT & KNSL.
Business Wire
Hancock Whitney Corporation to Announce Fourth Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Host Conference Call January 17
Tuesday Dec 27 2022 at 09:15
GULFPORT, Miss.–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Hancock Whitney Corporation (Nasdaq: HWC) will announce fourth quarter 2022 financial results on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 after the market closes. Management will host a conference call for analysts and investors at 4:00 p.m. Central Time on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 to review the results.
Zacks Investment Research
3 Bank Stocks Wall Street Analysts Recommend for 2023
Wednesday Dec 21 2022 at 09:47
Analyst-recommended bank stocks – Wells Fargo (WFC), Citizens Financial (CFG) and Hancock Whitney (HWC) – can be considered for 2023 on solid prospects despite near-term headwinds.
Zacks Investment Research
After Plunging 6.7% in 4 Weeks, Here’s Why the Trend Might Reverse for Hancock Whitney (HWC)
Thursday Dec 15 2022 at 11:17
Hancock Whitney (HWC) is technically in oversold territory now, so the heavy selling pressure might have exhausted. This along with strong agreement among Wall Street analysts in raising earnings estimates could lead to a trend reversal for the stock.
Seeking Alpha
Hancock Whitney Maintains Fundamental Stability In The Midst Of Volatility
Wednesday Dec 14 2022 at 17:16
Despite the rampant recession fears, Hancock Whitney Corporation proves its durability. It benefits from the stellar balance sheet and well-diversified earning assets.
Seeking Alpha
Hancock Whitney Outperforming On Solid Execution And A Great Balance Sheet
Monday Dec 12 2022 at 21:20
Hancock Whitney’s high-quality deposit base is showing its value, as this Gulf Coast is benefiting from higher loan yields while still seeing very low relative deposit costs. Growth expectations seem relatively tempered; HWC can fund above-sector loan growth and is targeting attractive markets in Texas, Tennessee, and Florida, but isn’t targeting growth at the cost of returns.
Zacks Investment Research
Should Value Investors Buy Hancock Whitney (HWC) Stock?
Tuesday Dec 06 2022 at 11:17
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
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6 Reasons Why Hancock Whitney (HWC) is an Attractive Pick Now
Tuesday Dec 06 2022 at 10:32
Supported by strong fundamentals and solid earnings and sales growth projections, Hancock Whitney (HWC) stock seems to be a good investment option now.
Zacks Investment Research
Are Investors Undervaluing Hancock Whitney (HWC) Right Now?
Friday Nov 18 2022 at 11:25
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Up 1% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Thursday Nov 17 2022 at 12:47
Hancock Whitney (HWC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What’s next for the stock?
Zacks Investment Research
Hancock Whitney (HWC) Just Flashed Golden Cross Signal: Do You Buy?
Thursday Nov 03 2022 at 11:20
Is it a good or bad thing when a stock experiences a golden cross technical event?
Zacks Investment Research
UBS Q3 Earnings Decline Y/Y on Lower Revenues, Costs Dip
Tuesday Oct 25 2022 at 12:47
A fall in revenues and a decline in total net credit loss release ail UBS’s Q3 earnings.
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Is Up 2.77% in One Week: What You Should Know
Monday Oct 24 2022 at 13:33
Does Hancock Whitney (HWC) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let’s find out.
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Hancock Whitney (HWC) Meets Q3 Earnings, Ups Loan Growth View
Wednesday Oct 19 2022 at 17:45
Higher interest rates, solid loan demand and an increase in NII support Hancock Whitney’s (HWC) Q3 earnings while a fall in fee income and rising provisions were the headwinds.
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Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC) Q3 2022 Earnings Call Transcript
Tuesday Oct 18 2022 at 22:20
Hancock Whitney Corporation (NASDAQ:HWC ) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call October 18, 2022 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Trisha Carlson – IR Manager John Hairston – President and CEO Michael Achary – CFO Christopher Ziluca – Chief Credit Officer Conference Call Participants Jennifer Demba – Truist Securities Catherine Mealor – KBW Michael Rose – Raymond James Brett Rabatin – Hovde Group Kevin Fitzsimmons – D. A. Davidson Brad Milsaps – Piper Sandler Christopher Marinac – Janney Montgomery Matt Olney – Stephens, Inc. Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Hancock Whitney Corporation’s Third Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call.
Hancock Whitney Bankruptcy Risk
The Altman Z-score is a formula that measures a company’s financial health and bankruptcy risk. It assigns a numerical score based on various financial ratios. The Z-score is divided into different zones. If the Z-score is above 2.99, it indicates a lower bankruptcy risk, classifying the company as ‘safe’ or ‘non-distressed’. If the score falls below 1.81, it suggests a higher risk, indicating potential financial distress or bankruptcy. The range between 1.81 and 2.99 is called the ‘gray zone’ or zone of ambiguity.
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Hancock Whitney’s Altman Z-score is 0.29 which is in the distress zone. This indicates a higher risk of financial distress and potential bankruptcy for the company. It can serve as a warning sign of significant financial challenges, requiring careful consideration by potential investors.
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Hancock Whitney Insider Trading
Insider trading is when individuals employed by a company buy or sell its securities following legal procedures and regulations. Company executives, directors, and employees may be permitted to buy or sell shares if they follow specific rules, such as filing a Form 4 with the SEC within two business days.
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Over the last 3 months, 2 insiders have sold $1.08M of common stock in Hancock Whitney on the stock market with no insider buying.
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Debt & Income Analysis
Income quality measures a company’s operating cash flow to net income ratio. It helps investors and analysts assess the sustainability of a company’s earnings. A high QIR indicates strong cash flows, while a low QIR may indicate non-operating activities driving net income.
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Hancock Whitney’s Income Quality of 1.03 is lower than its Industry Group of 1.3 (-20.8% lower)
Hancock Whitney’s Income Quality of 1.03 is lower than its Major Industry Group of 1.32 (-22.0% lower)
Hancock Whitney’s Income Quality of 1.03 is greater than its Sector of 0.58 (77.6% greater)
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Current ratio measures a company’s ability to pay off short-term debt with its current assets (assets that a company expects to use up or convert to cash within a year). It represents the $ amount of current assets a company has for every $1 of short-term debt. A high current ratio above 1.0 indicates that a company can meet its short-term obligations, while a low current ratio below 1.0 suggests difficulty.
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Hancock Whitney’s Current Ratio of 0.41 is lower than its Industry Group of 8.8 (-95.3% lower)
Hancock Whitney’s Current Ratio of 0.41 is lower than its Major Industry Group of 9.67 (-95.8% lower)
Hancock Whitney’s Current Ratio of 0.41 is lower than its Sector of 1.3 (-68.5% lower)
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Value Analysis
PE ratio (price-to-earnings), measures a company’s stock price relative to its earnings per share. It helps investors evaluate whether its stock is overvalued or undervalued. A higher PE ratio indicates that investors are willing to pay more for a company’s earnings, while a lower PE ratio (above zero) suggests the company could be undervalued.
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Hancock Whitney’s PE Ratio of 6.67 is lower than its Industry Group of 7.82 (-14.7% lower)
Hancock Whitney’s PE Ratio of 6.67 is lower than its Major Industry Group of 8.01 (-16.7% lower)
Hancock Whitney’s PE Ratio of 6.67 is lower than its Sector of 7.86 (-15.1% lower)
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The PB ratio (price-to-book), measures a company’s stock price relative to its book value (net value of a company’s assets reported on its balance sheet, after subtracting debt) per share. It is used to evaluate a company’s valuation, with a lower PB ratio (above zero) indicating a lower valuation and a higher PB ratio suggesting overvaluation.
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Hancock Whitney’s PB Ratio of 0.98 is greater than its Industry Group of 0.58 (69.0% greater)
Hancock Whitney’s PB Ratio of 0.98 is greater than its Major Industry Group of 0.36 (172.2% greater)
Hancock Whitney’s PB Ratio of 0.98 is greater than its Sector of 0.72 (36.1% greater)
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Efficiency Analysis
ROE (Return on Equity), is a financial ratio that measures a company’s profitability relative to its shareholders’ equity (the amount of value in a company that belongs to the people who own shares). It indicates how efficiently a company generates profits per unit of equity invested. A high ROE suggests effective use of equity, while a low ROE indicates inefficiency.
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Hancock Whitney’s ROE of 0.15 is greater than its Industry Group of 0.08 (87.5% greater)
Hancock Whitney’s ROE of 0.15 is greater than its Major Industry Group of 0.02 (650.0% greater)
Hancock Whitney’s ROE of 0.15 is greater than its Sector of 0.04 (275.0% greater)
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ROCE (Return on Capital Employed), is a financial ratio that measures a company’s profitability relative to the amount of capital invested in its operations. It indicates how well a company is generating profits from its capital investments. A high ROCE suggests effective use of capital, while a low ROCE indicates inefficiency.
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Hancock Whitney’s ROCE of 0.03 is greater than its Industry Group of 0.02 (50.0% greater)
Hancock Whitney’s ROCE of 0.03 is greater than its Major Industry Group of 0.02 (50.0% greater)
Hancock Whitney’s ROCE of 0.03 is greater than its Sector of 0.02 (50.0% greater)
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