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Hancock Whitney Reaches New 52-Week High After Analyst Upgrade
The bank's stock price surged after Zacks Research upgraded it to a strong-buy rating.
Published on Feb. 5, 2026
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Hancock Whitney Corporation's (NASDAQ:HWC) stock price reached a new 52-week high on Tuesday after Zacks Research upgraded the stock from a hold rating to a strong-buy rating. The company's shares traded as high as $71.50 during the day, closing at $70.9860 with a trading volume of 259,923 shares.
Why it matters
The upgrade from Zacks Research reflects growing confidence in Hancock Whitney's business performance and future prospects. As one of the largest bank holding companies in the Gulf South region, the company's strong stock performance could signal a broader recovery in the banking sector.
The details
Several other analysts have also issued positive reports on Hancock Whitney recently. Barclays assumed coverage on the stock with an 'overweight' rating and a $76.00 price target, while Raymond James, Citigroup, Piper Sandler, and DA Davidson all raised their price targets, with most setting targets in the $76-$79 range.
- Hancock Whitney's stock reached a new 52-week high on Tuesday, February 6, 2026.
The players
Hancock Whitney Corporation
A regional financial services company headquartered in Gulfport, Mississippi, formed in 2019 through the merger of Hancock Holding Company and Whitney Holding Corporation.
Zacks Research
An investment research firm that provides stock analysis and ratings.
What’s next
Investors will be closely watching to see if Hancock Whitney can maintain its momentum and continue trading at these elevated levels in the coming weeks and months.
The takeaway
Hancock Whitney's strong stock performance, driven by positive analyst sentiment, suggests the bank is well-positioned to capitalize on the ongoing recovery in the banking sector and could be an attractive investment option for those looking to gain exposure to the Gulf South regional market.
