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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Northern Trust, Commerce Bancshares, Synovus Financial, Webster Financial and Wintrust Financial
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by Swayta Shah
Favorable economic data, improvement in economic activities, stimulus from the tax cuts, rise in consumer confidence and better-than-expected GDP numbers support the Fed's hawkish stance.
Wintrust Financial (WTFC) Hits Fresh Highs: Is There Still Room to Run?
by Zacks Equity Research
Wintrust Financial Corporation is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the fundamentals for WTFC for clues.
Wintrust to Strengthen Foothold in Chicago With New Buyout
by Zacks Equity Research
Wintrust's (WTFC) solid balance sheet position enables it to strengthen foothold in Chicago through the Chicago Shore buyout.
S&T Bancorp (STBA) Hits a 52-Week High, Can the Run Continue?
by Zacks Equity Research
S&T Bancorp, Inc. is at a 52 week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the fundamentals for STBA for clues.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Wintrust Financial, Community Trust, BancFirst, American Financial and Progressive
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Wintrust Financial, Community Trust, BancFirst, American Financial and Progressive
Wintrust Financial (WTFC) Soars to a 52-Week High, Time to Cash Out?
by Zacks Equity Research
Wintrust Financial Corporation is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the fundamentals for WTFC for clues.
5 Finance Stocks to Gain as Bond Yields Near 4-Year High
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
Strengthening inflation prospects pushed bond yields higher and prompted the Federal Reserve to step up the pace of monetary tightening from two to three additional rate hikes this year.
What Makes Wintrust Financial a Hot Pick for Investors Now?
by Zacks Equity Research
With robust fundamentals and long-term growth opportunities, Wintrust Financial (WTFC) appears a solid bet now.
Wintrust Financial Completes Veterans First Mortgage Deal
by Zacks Equity Research
Wintrust Financial's (WTFC) subsidiary completes acquisition of assets and liabilities of iFreedom Direct Corporation DBA Veterans First Mortgage.
Wintrust Financial Agrees to Acquire Veterans First Mortgage
by Zacks Equity Research
The subsidiary of Wintrust Financial (WTFC) has entered into an agreement to acquire certain assets and liabilities of Veterans First Mortgage.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: PNC Financial Services Group, Wintrust Financial, UMB Financial, Synovus Financial and BancFirst
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: PNC Financial Services Group, Wintrust Financial, UMB Financial, Synovus Financial and BancFirst
Zacks.com featured highlights: Humana, Alibaba Group Holding, Honeywell International, AGNC Investment and Wintrust Financial
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Zacks.com featured highlights: Humana, Alibaba Group Holding, Honeywell International, AGNC Investment and Wintrust Financial
5 Low Leverage Stocks That Can Be Part of Your Portfolio
by Zacks Equity Research
With the Q3 reporting cycle set to gain steam in the coming weeks, it is reasonable to expect that investors will be more attracted to companies with low leverage than high earnings growth.
Associated Banc-Corp Completes Acquisition of Whitnell & Co.
by Zacks Equity Research
Associated Banc-Corp (ASB) completes acquisition of Whitnell & Co. The deal should enhance shareholder value through business diversification.
4 Reasons Why BlackRock (BLK) Stock is Worth a Buy Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
BlackRock (BLK) appears to be a promising bet riding on strong organic growth, earnings strength and long-term growth opportunities.
Wells Fargo (WFC) Might Cringe With New Regulatory Penalties
by Zacks Equity Research
Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) likely to be charged with new penalties for issues related to car insurance and mortgage loans by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).
Paychex (PAYX) to Post Q1 Earnings: Is a Beat in the Cards?
by Zacks Equity Research
Paychex's (PAYX) synergies from acquisitions along with investments in product development and focus on building its sales force are likely to act as a tailwind in Q1 results.
5 Bank Stocks to Buy as Interest Rate Hike Hopes Rekindle
by Zacks Equity Research
Renewed hopes of rate hike among investors should drive banking stocks higher in the near term.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Old Second Bancorp, Wintrust Financial, First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Park Sterling and TriCo Bancshares
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Old Second Bancorp, Wintrust Financial, First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Park Sterling and TriCo Bancshares
Yellen Claims U.S. Banks Resilient to Shock: Top 5 Picks
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
Yellen, speaking in Jackson Hole, WY, said that regulations and reforms after the 2008 financial crisis got banks better prepared to bear shocks.
4 Factors That Make First Merchant (FRME) a Solid Pick Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Earnings strength, long-term growth potential and other favorable factors may drive First Merchant (FRME) stock higher in the upcoming months.
Why Wintrust Financial (WTFC) Should be Added to Portfolio
by Zacks Equity Research
Wintrust Financial Corporation (WTFC) has been witnessing upward estimate revisions, reflecting analysts' optimism about its future prospects.
Fifth Third (FITB) to Gain $1 Billion Post Vantiv Stake Sale
by Zacks Equity Research
Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) is likely to recognize a pre-tax gain of approximately $1 billion (around $650 million after-tax) in third-quarter 2017, from the partial sale of its stake in Vantiv Inc. (VNTV).
4 Reasons to Buy Commerce Bancshares (CBSH) Stock Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Given the strong fundamentals and positive estimate revisions, Commerce Bancshares (CBSH) stock is worth adding to your portfolio now.