Webster Financial Stock Price, News & Analysis

Webster Financial Corporation (WBS) and Sterling Bancorp (STL) announced that they have received all necessary regulatory approvals for their merger. The Federal Reserve and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency have cleared the transaction, allowing the merger to proceed. The expected closing date is around February 1, 2022. Post-merger, the combined entity will have approximately $65.5 billion in assets and operate over 200 financial centers in the Northeast region.

Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE:WBS) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share on its common stock, payable on November 23, 2021, to shareholders on record as of November 9, 2021. Additionally, a dividend of $328.125 per share will be distributed on its Series F Preferred Stock, payable on December 15, 2021, to shareholders of record by December 1, 2021. With $35.4 billion in assets, Webster Bank and its divisions continue to serve a wide range of banking needs.

Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) reported a strong financial performance for Q3 2021, with earnings of $93.2 million, or $1.03 per diluted share, a significant increase from $66.9 million, or $0.75 per diluted share, in Q3 2020. Revenue rose to $313.5 million, up 6.5% year-over-year. The company noted loan growth of 2.7% and deposit growth of 4.1% linked quarter. Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) provision stood at $7.8 million. Webster is prepared for a merger with Sterling, pending regulatory approval.

Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) announced the details for its third quarter 2021 earnings release scheduled for October 21, 2021, at approximately 7:30 a.m. Eastern. A conference call will follow at 9:00 a.m. Eastern. Dial-in options include 877-407-8289 for domestic callers and 201-689-8341 for international. The call will be webcast on Webster's Investor Relations website, with a replay available shortly after the conclusion of the call. Webster Financial has assets totaling $33.3 billion.

On August 17, 2021, Webster Financial Corporation (WBS) and Sterling Bancorp (STL) announced stockholder approval for their proposed merger. This significant milestone brings the companies closer to completing the merger, which is expected to create a uniquely focused commercial bank. Both firms have received necessary approvals from their respective banks and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The final transaction completion remains subject to regulatory approval from the Federal Reserve, with an anticipated closing in Q4 2021.

Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) reported strong second-quarter 2021 earnings of $91.6 million, or $1.01 per diluted share, compared to $50.7 million, or $0.57 per share, a year prior. Adjusted earnings would be $1.21 per diluted share after merger-related charges of $18.2 million. Revenue reached $293.6 million, with loan growth of 3.2% excluding PPP loans, and $2.4 billion in loan originations, up 26%. Credit trends improved, with a reserve decrease of $20.4 million. Total deposits increased by $2.5 billion, marking a 9.5% year-over-year growth.

Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE:WBS) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share on its common stock, payable on August 17, 2021 to shareholders of record as of August 3, 2021. Additionally, for its Series F Preferred Stock, a dividend of $328.125 per share will be paid on September 15, 2021 to shareholders of record on September 1, 2021. With assets totaling $33.3 billion, Webster provides a range of banking services through its extensive network.

Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) will release its second quarter earnings on July 22, 2021, at approximately 7:30 a.m. (Eastern). A conference call will follow at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern). Investors can join the call by dialing 877-407-8289 or 201-689-8341 (international). Webcast access is available via Webster's Investor Relations website. Additionally, a replay of the call will be available for one week from 11:00 a.m. (Eastern) on the same day.

Webster Financial, with $33.3 billion in assets, offers various banking services through its network of branches and ATMs.

Webster Investments announced that Samie Seyal, a sales support specialist, has been named a 2021 Rising Star by the Bank Insurance and Securities Association (BISA). This recognition is part of BISA's exclusive program aimed at fostering leadership in young professionals committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in finance. Seyal has been with Webster for five years, spending two years in the Webster Investments team. BISA will honor the Rising Stars at its annual convention in Hollywood, Florida, in July.