The global economy is sailing into Q3 2025 with a blend of cautious optimism and persistent challenges. While a new tariff regime and elevated geopolitical tensions introduce elements of uncertainty, the underlying currents suggest continued, albeit slower, economic expansion, particularly within the United States. Investors are keenly watching the interplay
Since February 2025, Western Alliance Bancorporation has been in a holding pattern, posting a small return of 2% while floating around $87.13. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 8.6% gain during that period.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. Powell suggested that with inflation risks moderating and unemployment remaining low, the Federal Reserve might consider a shift in its monetary policy stance, including potential interest rate cuts. This outlook eased market concerns about prolonged high interest rates and their impact on economic growth. The prospect of lower borrowing costs bolstered investor confidence, particularly in sectors that have lagged, leading to a broad rally across the market.
A number of stocks fell in the morning session after a surprisingly weak July jobs report and the announcement of sweeping new tariffs fueled fears of an economic slowdown and an impending interest rate cut.
Exciting developments are taking place for the stocks in this article.
They’ve all surged ahead of the broader market over the last month as catalysts such as new products and positive media coverage have propelled their returns.
Shares of regional banking company Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) fell 3.6% in the morning session after the company reported second-quarter 2025 earnings that, while strong, may have underwhelmed investors with high expectations.
Regional banking company Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 9.7% year on year to $845.9 million. Its GAAP profit of $2.07 per share was 2.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Regional banking company Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday after market hours. Here’s what to expect.
Regional banking company Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, but sales rose 6.9% year on year to $777.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.76 per share was 0.8% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how regional banks stocks fared in Q1, starting with Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL).
Zions Bancorp and Western Alliance Bancorp shares are trading lower in Monday's after-hours session after the pair of regional banks reported financial results for the first quarter.
