ZIONS BANCORPORATION RECEIVES 15 COALITION GREENWICH BEST BANK AWARDS FOR 2026
Zions Bancorporation has been honored with 15 Coalition Greenwich Best Bank Awards for 2026, recognizing its excellence in serving middle market and small business clients. This marks the 17th consecutive year of recognition for Zions, bringing its total awards to 261, based on extensive client interviews evaluating trust, long-term relationships, product capabilities, and advisory quality. The awards highlight the dedication of its bankers and the strength of its client relationships across various key categories.
25,000 businesses help put Zions on 2026 'Best Bank' list 15 times
Zions Bancorporation announced it received 15 Coalition Greenwich Best Bank Awards for 2026, marking its 17th consecutive year of recognition and a total of 261 awards. These awards are based on feedback from approximately 25,000 client interviews evaluating over 500 banks, with Zions having about $89 billion in total assets and $3.4 billion in annual net revenue for 2025. The recognition highlights Zions' strengths in trust, relationship management, and customer service for middle-market and small-business clients across its 11 operating states.
Jennifer Anne Smith Sells 2,089 Shares of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) Stock
Jennifer Anne Smith, EVP of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION), recently sold 2,089 shares of the company's stock for over $130,000, reducing her holdings by 8.42%. This follows an earlier sale of 6,558 shares in early February. Zions Bancorporation also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, yielding approximately 2.9%. The stock currently holds a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $63.32.
3 Reasons to Avoid ZION and 1 Stock to Buy Instead
This article suggests investors avoid Zions Bancorporation (ZION) despite its recent stock price increase, citing three main reasons: soft demand indicated by slow net interest income growth, weak loan book profitability due to a low net interest margin, and despite growing tangible book value per share. The author recommends exploring other superior investment opportunities instead of ZION.
Is Zions (ZION) Using Its New Senior Notes To Quietly Reposition Interest Rate Risk?
Zions Bancorporation NA recently issued US$500 million in fixed-to-floating rate senior notes, due in 2029, to refinance short-term borrowings and reposition its interest rate risk. The bank aims to convert the new debt cost to floating through a receive-fixed hedge. This move, along with a US$75 million share buyback authorization, highlights Zions' efforts to balance capital returns and balance sheet management amidst its concentrated exposure to Western commercial real estate.
The Technical Signals Behind (ZIONP) That Institutions Follow
This article analyzes Zions Bancorporation N.a. Depositary Shares (NASDAQ: ZIONP) using AI models to identify institutional trading signals. It highlights a stable neutral reading in short-term horizons, potentially easing a long-term weak bias, and details three distinct trading strategies (Position Trading, Momentum Breakout, and Risk Hedging) with specific entry, target, and stop-loss levels. The analysis also provides multi-timeframe signal strengths, support, and resistance levels for ZIONP.
How (ZION) Movements Inform Risk Allocation Models
This article analyzes Zions Bancorporation N.a. (ZION) using AI models, highlighting weak near-term sentiment but strong mid and long-term outlooks. It details three trading strategies—Position, Momentum Breakout, and Risk Hedging—with specific entry, target, and stop-loss levels, and provides multi-timeframe signal analysis for support and resistance levels. The core finding is an exceptional 29.2:1 risk-reward setup targeting an 8.4% gain with only 0.3% risk.
A Look At Zions Bancorporation (ZION) Valuation After Recent Capital Management Moves
Zions Bancorporation (ZION) has recently undertaken capital management activities including issuing senior notes, authorizing share repurchases, and affirming dividends. The stock has shown strong recent performance, with a 7-day return of 7.05%. Despite trading near its analyst target and having a low value score, some investors see a valuation gap with a narrative fair value of $76.48, suggesting it is undervalued by 14.6%.
Caprock Group LLC Takes Position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
Caprock Group LLC has acquired a new position of 31,459 shares in Zions Bancorporation, valued at approximately $1.825 million, according to its latest SEC filing. While institutions are buying, company insiders have been net sellers, offloading 53,302 shares worth about $3.36 million, including significant sales by the President and VP. Despite insider selling, Zions Bancorporation maintains a "Hold" consensus rating from analysts with an average target price of $63.32, and the company recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) Given Average Recommendation of "Hold" by Analysts
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) has received an average "Hold" recommendation from twenty-one brokerages, with an average 12-month price target of $63.3158. Recent analyst adjustments include a raised target from Citigroup, a boosted target from Barclays, an upgrade to "buy" from Weiss Ratings, and price target increases from Stephens and Piper Sandler. Insider selling by VP Eric Ellingsen and EVP Derek Steward, along with institutional investor activity, were also noted, while the company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share.
LSV Asset Management Sells 120,414 Shares of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
LSV Asset Management reduced its stake in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) by 3.0% in the third quarter, selling 120,414 shares. Despite some analyst downgrades and insider selling, Zacks Research has raised EPS forecasts for Zions, supporting higher valuation expectations. The bank also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, representing an annualized yield of 2.9%.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. to Issue Quarterly Dividend of $0.45 (NASDAQ:ZION)
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, payable on February 19th, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 12th, 2026. This dividend implies an annualized yield of approximately 2.8% and is well-covered by the company's earnings, with a payout ratio of 32.6% and analysts forecasting a future payout ratio of around 31.9%. The bank has a strong dividend history, having raised its dividend for 12 consecutive years.
Steven Dan Stephens Sells 15,476 Shares of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) Stock
Steven Dan Stephens, EVP of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION), sold 15,476 shares of the company's stock on February 6th for over $1 million, reducing his direct ownership by 27.34%. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, yielding 2.8%, and analysts currently rate the stock as "Hold" with an average target price of $63.32. The stock traded down $0.13, closing at $65.16, with a market cap of $9.62 billion and a PE ratio of 10.86.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) EVP Jennifer Anne Smith Sells 6,558 Shares
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. EVP Jennifer Anne Smith sold 6,558 shares of ZION stock on February 6th at an average price of $64.80, reducing her stake by 25.9%. The total transaction value was $424,958.40. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, payable on February 19th, while analysts maintain a consensus "Hold" rating with a price target of $63.32.
Robert W. Baird Downgrades Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) to Neutral
Robert W. Baird has downgraded Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) from "outperform" to "neutral," setting a $65 price target, which implies a slight downside from its previous close. The analyst consensus for ZION is currently a "Hold" with an average price target of $63.32, following a mix of ratings from other firms. Additionally, insiders have sold a significant number of shares recently, amounting to over $1.9 million in the last 90 days.
Is Zions (ZION) Using Its New Fixed‑to‑Floating Notes to Quietly Rebuild Its Funding Strategy?
Zions Bancorporation recently priced a US$500 million fixed-to-floating rate senior note offering to reduce short-term borrowings and fine-tune its interest rate exposure. This move is seen as a funding tidy-up, aligning with the bank's traditional regional bank narrative of solid net interest income and disciplined capital returns. While not a game-changer, it is expected to support near-term catalysts related to net interest income stability and capital return.
Precision Trading with Zions Bancorporation N.a. Depositary Shares Each Representing A 1/40th Ownership Interest In A Share Of Series A Floating-rate Non-cumulative Perpetual Preferre (ZIONP) Risk Zones
This article provides a precision trading analysis for Zions Bancorporation's ZIONP shares, highlighting a mid-channel oscillation pattern and an exceptional 16.5:1 risk-reward setup. It outlines specific institutional trading strategies including long, breakout, and short positions with defined entry points, targets, and stop losses. The analysis also covers multi-timeframe signal analysis, showing strong near-term sentiment but neutral mid and long-term outlooks for the stock.
ZION Stock: Evercore ISI Group Maintains Rating and Raises Price Target | ZION Stock News
Evercore ISI Group has maintained its "In-Line" rating for Zions Bancorp (ZION) and increased its price target by 4.62% to $68.00. This adjustment comes amidst other analyst updates, with a consensus average target price of $66.74 from 19 analysts. Despite the raised price target, GuruFocus estimates a potential downside of 17.17% from the current price based on its GF Value.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) Given New $68.00 Price Target at Evercore ISI
Evercore ISI has raised its price target for Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) from $65.00 to $68.00, maintaining an "in-line" rating, which suggests a potential upside of 7.28% from the current stock price. Despite this, the analyst consensus remains a "Hold" with an average price target of $63.32. Recent insider activity shows executives have been net sellers, offloading over 31,000 shares valued at about $1.91 million in the last 90 days.
Allianz Asset Management GmbH Has $60.10 Million Stock Position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
Allianz Asset Management GmbH has reduced its stake in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) by 12.2%, now holding 1,062,174 shares valued at $60.10 million. Insider selling, including a significant reduction by the company president, and mixed analyst ratings with an average "Hold" rating and a price target of $63.16, may impact investor sentiment. Despite this, Zions declared a quarterly dividend of $0.45 and maintains high institutional ownership of approximately 76.84%.
Zions Bancorporation raises $500M to cut short-term borrowings
Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) has priced $500 million in fixed-to-floating rate senior notes due February 9, 2029. The notes will carry a fixed interest rate of 4.483% until February 9, 2028, after which they will transition to a floating rate of Compounded SOFR plus 1.055%. The company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to reduce its short-term borrowings and has implemented a fair value hedge to manage interest rate exposure.
UBS Adjusts Price Target on Zions Bancorporation, N.A to $66 From $63, Maintains Neutral Rating
UBS has adjusted its price target for Zions Bancorporation, N.A (ZION) from $63 to $66, while maintaining a Neutral rating on the stock. This update comes amidst recent financial activities from the bank, including a declared dividend of $0.45 and a $75 million share buyback authorization. Zions Bancorporation also reported its Q4 2025 earnings with rising revenue and EPS.
Insider Selling: Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) EVP Sells 769 Shares of Stock
Zions Bancorporation's EVP Derek Steward recently sold 769 shares of the company's stock for over $46,000, reducing his total holdings by 5.10%. Despite this insider selling, the company announced a quarterly dividend and analysts maintain a "Hold" rating with an average price target of $63.16. Institutional investors have also been adjusting their positions in ZION.
Zions Bank breaks ground for new branch
Zions Bank has broken ground for a new 2,156-square-foot branch in New Plymouth, Idaho, located at 330 N. Plymouth Ave. This new facility, designed by Prescott Muir Architects and built by Layton Construction Co., will replace the current branch and is scheduled for completion in fall 2026, offering expanded services and amenities. The expansion underscores Zions Bank's commitment to supporting local families and businesses, particularly in rural communities, building on over 150 years of service in the Intermountain West.
Insider Sell: Scott Mclean Sells 28,980 Shares of Zions Bancorp NA (ZION)
Scott Mclean, President of Zions Bancorp NA, sold 28,980 shares of the company on February 2, 2026, bringing his total ownership to 84,440 shares. This transaction is part of a trend over the past year with nine insider sells and no insider buys. Shares traded at $61.15, indicating the stock is modestly overvalued according to GuruFocus Value.
Insider Selling: Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) President Sells 28,980 Shares of Stock
Zions Bancorporation's President, Scott McLean, sold 28,980 shares of the company's stock for over $1.77 million, reducing his position by 26.05%. This transaction increased ZION stock by 2.2% to $62.36. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, with an annualized yield of 2.9%, and holds a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $63.16.
Strs Ohio Sells 24,958 Shares of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
Strs Ohio significantly reduced its stake in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) by 87.8% during the third quarter,
ZIONS BANCORP NA (NASDAQ:ZION) Shows High-Quality Technical Breakout Setup
ZIONS BANCORP NA (NASDAQ:ZION) has been identified as a high-quality technical breakout setup, exhibiting strong underlying technicals and a constructive price pattern. The stock boasts a Technical Rating of 8 out of 10 and a Setup Quality Rating of 9 out of 10, indicating a confirmed uptrend with consolidation offering a clear entry point. A sample trading framework suggests an entry at $61.60 and a stop-loss at $57.76, highlighting the stock's potential for further gains after its recent consolidation.
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Grows Stake in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans increased its stake in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) by 6.4% in the third quarter, now owning over 2 million shares valued at $115.48 million. This move is part of broader institutional investor activity, with several other hedge funds also adjusting their positions in the bank's stock. Analysts generally rate ZION as a "Hold" with an average price target of $63.16, while the stock currently trades around $59.91.
Great Lakes Advisors LLC Sells 48,428 Shares of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
Great Lakes Advisors LLC has decreased its stake in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) by selling 48,428 shares, reducing its total holdings to 64,620 shares valued at $3.66 million. Despite this, other institutional investors like Mitsubishi UFJ Trust & Banking Corp have increased their positions. Wall Street analysts currently rate Zions Bancorporation as a "Hold" with an average price target of $63.16.
Is Stronger Net Interest Income And Lower Charge-offs Altering The Investment Case For Zions (ZION)?
Zions Bancorporation reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with increased net interest income and significantly reduced net charge-offs, indicating improved credit quality and operating efficiency. While the market hasn't fully re-evaluated the stock's risk despite a recent earnings beat, the bank's traditional regional banking narrative is reinforced. Investors are divided on its future performance, with fair value estimates varying, and risks like potential overvaluation or changing credit conditions remain.
Zions to spend up to $75M on buybacks while paying Feb. 19 dividend
Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) announced a share repurchase program of up to $75 million for Q1 2026 and declared a regular quarterly common dividend of $0.45 per share, payable February 19, 2026. The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend on Series A perpetual preferred shares, payable March 16, 2026. Zions reported approximately $89 billion in total assets and $3.4 billion in net revenue for 2025.
ZIONS BANCORPORATION'S BOARD ANNOUNCES APPROVAL OF SHARE REPURCHASE AND DECLARES DIVIDENDS ON COMMON AND PREFERRED STOCK
Zions Bancorporation's board of directors has approved a share repurchase program of up to $75 million for the first quarter of 2026 and declared a regular quarterly common share dividend of $0.45, payable on February 19, 2026. Additionally, the board declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on its Series A perpetual preferred shares, payable on March 16, 2026. Zions Bancorporation is a premier financial services company operating in 11 western states with approximately $89 billion in total assets.
Zions Bancorporation authorizes $75 million share repurchase
Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ:ZION) has announced a new share repurchase program of up to $75 million for the first quarter of 2026, alongside declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per common share. The banking company, which reported $89 billion in total assets as of December 31, 2025, has recently seen strong financial results and positive analyst revisions, with its stock achieving an 11.51% price return over the past six months. This move reflects the company's solid financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Mitsubishi UFJ Trust & Banking Corp Has $5.08 Million Stock Position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
Mitsubishi UFJ Trust & Banking Corp significantly increased its stake in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) by 39.2% in Q3, now holding 89,763 shares valued at approximately $5.08 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions, resulting in hedge funds and institutional investors owning 76.84% of ZION. The stock is currently trading near $59.43, with analysts giving it a consensus "Hold" rating and a price target of $63.16.
5 Insightful Analyst Questions From Zions Bancorporation's Q4 Earnings Call
Zions Bancorporation reported strong Q4 2025 earnings, exceeding revenue and EPS estimates, driven by expanded net interest margin and robust deposit growth. The article highlights five key analyst questions from the earnings call, covering expense guidance, loan funding, growth drivers, share repurchases, and technology trends. Future catalysts include monitoring loan and deposit growth, efficiency initiatives, and credit quality.
A Look At Zions Bancorporation (ZION) Valuation After Its Strong Fourth Quarter Earnings Beat
Zions Bancorporation (ZION) saw its shares rise 2.7% after strong fourth-quarter earnings beat expectations. The stock is currently trading at a 54% intrinsic discount and 12% below analyst targets, suggesting it may be undervalued. The company's investments in digital capabilities and growth in fee-generating businesses are key drivers behind its estimated fair value of $66.05.
Vest Financial LLC Buys Shares of 24,622 Zions Bancorporation, N.A. $ZION
Vest Financial LLC has acquired 24,622 shares of Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ:ZION) worth approximately $1.39 million in Q3, establishing a new position. Despite several analysts raising price targets on ZION, the consensus rating remains "Hold" with an average target price of $63.16. The stock currently trades around $59, has a P/E ratio of 9.85, boasts a 3.0% dividend yield, and institutional investors hold about 76.8% of its shares.
Zions Bancorporation Earnings Call Signals Profitable Momentum
Zions Bancorporation (ZION) reported strong Q4 earnings, with significant growth in net interest margin, deposits, and tangible book value per share. While management acknowledged headwinds like rising noninterest expenses and asset-yield pressure, the bank expressed cautious optimism for its near-term and medium-term outlook, anticipating increased capital returns and sustained growth, contingent on Federal Reserve rate cuts. The company's focus on revenue diversification, credit quality, and strategic growth initiatives underpins its positive momentum despite macro uncertainties.
Zions Bancorporation (ZION) Net Interest Margin Strengthens Bullish Narratives After Q4 Earnings
Zions Bancorporation (ZION) reported strong Q4 FY 2025 earnings with revenue of US$885 million and EPS of US$1.78, supported by an improved net interest margin of 3.21%. While the bank shows recent profitability improvements, driving a bullish narrative, the slower forecast growth compared to the broader market and a mixed credit outlook present points for a more cautious view. The stock trades at a discount to industry peers based on P/E, with a P/E of 10.2x versus an industry average of 11.8x.
Forecasting The Future: 12 Analyst Projections For Zions Bancorp
12 analysts have provided diverse projections for Zions Bancorp (NASDAQ: ZION), with an average 12-month price target of $63.83, an increase of 2.95% from the previous average. The analysis includes a breakdown of individual analyst actions, ratings, and price target adjustments, highlighting a generally indifferent sentiment with some bullish and somewhat bearish views. The article also reviews Zions Bancorp's financials, noting its smaller market capitalization, positive revenue growth of 3.48% (as of Dec 31, 2025), a net margin of 29.41%, a strong ROE of 3.77%, and a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) Price Target Raised to $63.00 at Truist Financial
Truist Financial raised its price target for Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) to $63.00 from $61.00, maintaining a "hold" rating, suggesting only a 1.65% upside. This adjustment follows Zions' stronger-than-expected Q4 earnings and revenue, driven by expanding net interest income and improved margins. Despite positive results and some analyst target increases, the stock trades near its 52-week high, limiting immediate upside potential.
Zions Bancorporation National Association (ZION) Gets a Sell from Barclays
Barclays has maintained a Sell rating on Zions Bancorporation National Association (ZION) with a price target of $68.00. This rating comes from analyst Jason Goldberg, who has an 18.0% average return on recommended stocks. Corporate insider sentiment for ZION is negative, with an increase in insider selling over the past quarter.
How Investors May Respond To Zions (ZION) Earnings Beat And Expanding Net Interest Margin
Zions Bancorporation NA reported strong fourth-quarter 2025 earnings with increased net interest income and an expanding net interest margin, leading to higher diluted EPS. For the full year 2025, net income rose to US$899 million and diluted EPS to US$6.01, supported by deposit growth and stable credit quality. This performance reinforces the bank's investment narrative of disciplined balance sheet management, potentially strengthening catalysts like capital returns and dividend confidence.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) Price Target Raised to $64.00
TD Cowen has raised its price target for Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) to $64.00, reiterating a "hold" rating, following stronger-than-expected Q4 results that saw EPS and revenue surpass consensus estimates. Other analysts from Royal Bank of Canada, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Piper Sandler also increased their price targets. The company's stock traded up by 3.5% after these positive financial reports.
Zions Bancorp Analysts Increase Their Forecasts After Strong Q4 Earnings
Zions Bancorporation reported strong Q4 earnings, beating analyst consensus estimates for both earnings per share and sales. Following these positive results, analysts from Stephens & Co. and RBC Capital have increased their price targets for Zions Bancorp. The company's Chairman and CEO, Harris H. Simmons, highlighted a 31% rise in EPS and an increase in adjusted taxable-equivalent revenue.
Zions Bancorporation NA (NASDAQ:ZION) Profits Up 31%
Zions Bancorporation NA (NASDAQ:ZION) reported a 31% year-over-year increase in Q4 FY25 earnings, reaching $262 million, driven by an expanding net interest margin and strong deposit growth. The company surpassed analyst estimates for both adjusted earnings per share and revenue. Management anticipates moderate increases in net interest income and fee income for 2026, alongside continued investments.
Zions Earnings: Solid Net Interest Income Growth and Expecting More Loan Growth in 2026
Zions Bancorporation reported strong fourth-quarter earnings, driven by a 9% year-over-year increase in net interest income. The bank anticipates modestly higher loan balances by the end of 2026 compared to 2025, primarily fueled by commercial lending and real estate. This outlook leads to an expected low single-digit increase in Morningstar's fair value estimate for Zions, despite higher projected expense growth for 2026.
Zions Bancorp NA (ZION) Shares Up 3.77% on Jan 21
Zions Bancorp NA (ZION) saw its shares increase by 3.77% on January 21, closing at $61.32. This places the stock just below its 52-week high, with significant trading volume. Analyst forecasts indicate an average target price of $64.71, suggesting a potential upside, while GuruFocus's GF Value estimates a slight downside from the current price.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Zions Bancorporation reported strong Q4 2025 earnings of $262 million, up 31% year-over-year, driven by an expanding net interest margin and robust deposit growth. The bank maintained stable credit metrics and increased tangible book value by 21% year-over-year. For 2026, Zions anticipates moderate increases in net interest income and fee income, with positive operating leverage.
