Westamerica Bancorporation
WABCNASDAQFinancialsBanks - Regional
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $1.42B
- P/E (TTM)
- 12.81
- Forward P/E
- 15.63
- Dividend yield
- 3.04%
- 52-week range
- $46.23$63.61
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 244.40K
Westamerica Bancorporation (WABC) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
Westamerica Bancorporation Stock Price Chart
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $61.29 - $62.30 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $63.61 |
| 52-Week Low | $46.23 |
| Open | $61.52 |
| Volume (last close) | 160.22K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 244.40K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 256.00M |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 110.81M |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 108.63M |
| EPS (TTM) | $4.53 |
| Profit Margin | 43.29% |
| Operating Margin | 58.20% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 14.03% |
| Debt to Equity | 0.20 |
| Annual Dividend | $1.88 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.04% |
| Payout Ratio | 41.49% |
| Next Dividend Ex-Date | Nov 2, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 1.42B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 23.12M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 12.81 |
| Forward P/E | 15.63 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 5.54 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 1.80 |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.92 |
| 50-Day MA | $59.18 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $55.56 |
| 1-Year Change | +31.00% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
Westamerica Bancorporation at a Glance
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Westamerica Bancorporation (WABC) has a market capitalization of $1.42B. The stock trades at 12.8× trailing earnings, 15.6× forward earnings and 5.5× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $110.81M on revenue of $256.00M (a 43.3% profit margin) and generated $108.63M of free cash flow. Revenue fell 5.8% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $322.51M in cash and securities against $154.01M of debt, a net cash position of $168.50M.
Westamerica Bancorporation pays a quarterly dividend totaling $1.88 per share a year, a 3.04% yield at the Oct 23, 2026 close, with a 41% payout ratio and 38 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is up 31.0% over the past year. At $61.38 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits near the top of its 52-week range of $46.23 to $63.61, above its 200-day moving average of $55.56.
Frequently Asked Questions About Westamerica Bancorporation
What is the current stock price for WABC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, WABC stock trades at $61.38. The 52-week range is $46.23–$63.61, with a day range of $61.29–$62.30.
What is the P/E ratio for WABC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Westamerica Bancorporation's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 12.8, meaning investors pay $12.8 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 15.6, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. Westamerica Bancorporation operates in the Financials sector.
Does WABC pay dividends?
Yes, Westamerica Bancorporation pays a 3.04% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 23, 2026 close ($1.88 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 41.5%. The next ex-dividend date is November 2, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for WABC?
Analyst ratings and recommendations for WABC are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.
What is the market cap of WABC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Westamerica Bancorporation's market capitalization is $1.42B, classifying it as a small-cap company. Westamerica Bancorporation operates in the Financials sector within the Banks - Regional industry.