Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for HWC?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for HWC is "Strong Buy" based on 5 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for HWC?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for HWC is $76.40, representing an upside of 14.0% from the current price of $67.01.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Feb 24, 2026	Benjamin Gerlinger	Citi	Maintains	Strong Buy	$78.00 → $81.00 +3.00 (3.9%)
Jan 22, 2026	Benjamin Gerlinger	Citi	Maintains	Strong Buy	$76.00 → $78.00 +2.00 (2.6%)
Jan 21, 2026	Catherine Mealor	Keefe, Bruyette & Woods	Maintains	Hold	$70.00 → $72.00 +2.00 (2.9%)
Jan 21, 2026	Stephen Scouten	Piper Sandler	Maintains	Buy	$72.00 → $78.00 +6.00 (8.3%)
Jan 21, 2026	Gary Tenner	DA Davidson	Maintains	Strong Buy	$77.00 → $79.00 +2.00 (2.6%)
Jan 20, 2026	Catherine Mealor	KBW	Maintains	Hold	$70.00 → $72.00 +2.00 (2.9%)

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