Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:VLY) Stock

VALLEY NATIONAL BANCORP

Valley Ntl

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Valley National Bancorp is a bank holding company that offers a full suite of national and regional banking solutions through various commercial, private banking, retail, insurance, and wealth management financial services products. It provides personalized service and customized solutions to assist its customers with their financial service needs. The group also offers niche financial services, including loan and deposit products for homeowners associations, cannabis-related business banking, and venture banking, which offers nationally. It manages its business operations under operating segments consisting of Consumer Banking; Commercial Banking; and Treasury and Corporate Other. The group generates the majority of its revenue from the Commercial Banking Segment.

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<p>Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
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<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
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<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">1</td>
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<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">1</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<p>Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $10.25, a high estimate of $11.00, and a low estimate of $10.00. This current average represents a 6.82% decrease from the previous average price target of $11.00. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747832440_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
<p>A clear picture of Valley Ntl's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>David Chiaverini</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>David Smith</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
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<td>Frank Schiraldi</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Valley Ntl. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Valley Ntl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Valley Ntl's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Capture valuable insights into Valley Ntl's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
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<h2>Get to Know Valley Ntl Better</h2>
<p>Valley National Bancorp is a bank holding company that offers a full suite of national and regional banking solutions through various commercial, private banking, retail, insurance, and wealth management financial services products. It provides personalized service and customized solutions to assist its customers with their financial service needs. The group also offers niche financial services, including loan and deposit products for homeowners associations, cannabis-related business banking, and venture banking, which offers nationally. It manages its business operations under operating segments consisting of Consumer Banking; Commercial Banking; and Treasury and Corporate Other. The group generates the majority of its revenue from the Commercial Banking Segment.</p>
<h3>Valley Ntl: A Financial Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Valley Ntl's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>5.98%</strong>. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Valley Ntl's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>20.71%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Valley Ntl's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>1.39%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Valley Ntl's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.16%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Valley Ntl's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>0.47</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
<p>Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. </p>
<p>Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.</p>
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Analyst Ratings

A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Valley Ntl Through 4 Analysts

<p>Jefferies  analyst David Chiaverini   initiates coverage on Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) with a Hold rating and announces Price Target of $10.</p>


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Initiation

Jefferies Initiates Coverage On Valley Ntl with Hold Rating, Announces Price Target of $10

<p>Truist Securities  analyst David Smith   initiates coverage on Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) with a Hold rating and announces Price Target of $10.</p>


Truist Securities Initiates Coverage On Valley Ntl with Hold Rating, Announces Price Target of $10

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Shares of banking and financial services stocks are higher after the US and China agreed to a temporary reduction in most tariffs on each other's goods. A reduction in tariffs could alleviate macro uncertainty in the lending and deal environment.

<p>Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.18 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.19 by 5.26 percent. This is a 5.26 percent decrease over earnings of $0.19 per share from the same period last year.  The company reported quarterly sales of $478.40 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $483.92 million by 1.14 percent.  This is a 5.15 percent increase over sales of $454.96 million the same period last year.</p>


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Valley Ntl Q1 Adj. EPS $0.18 Misses $0.19 Estimate, Sales $478.40M Miss $483.92M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 24, 2025

<p>Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-04-24. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.</p>
<p>Analysts are estimating that Valley Ntl will report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.19.</p>
<p>The market awaits Valley Ntl's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.</p>
<p>It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.</p>
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
<p>The company's EPS missed by $0.01 in the last quarter, leading to a 3.99% increase in the share price on the following day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Valley Ntl's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
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<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
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<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>0.18</td>
<td>0.19</td>
<td>0.20</td>
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<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.13</td>
<td>0.18</td>
<td>0.13</td>
<td>0.19</td>
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<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
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<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745431325_0.png" alt="eps graph" /></p>
<h3>Performance of Valley Ntl Shares</h3>
<p>Shares of Valley Ntl were trading at $8.38 as of April 22. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 10.88%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VLY/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for Valley Ntl visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


A Peek at Valley Ntl's Future Earnings

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Shares of companies in the broader financial services sector are trading lower as stocks pull back after surging Wednesday following President Trump's tariff pause announcement.

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Shares of banks and financial services companies are trading higher amid an overall market surge following President Trump's decision to implement a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China.

<p>Barclays  analyst Jared Shaw   maintains Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $11 to $10.</p>


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Valley National shares are trading higher after Piper Sandler upgraded the stock from Neutral to Overweight.

<p>During the last three months, 7 analysts shared their evaluations of Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
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<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
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<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<p>Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $11.14, with a high estimate of $12.50 and a low estimate of $10.00. Observing a 1.27% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $11.00. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742821265_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
<p>The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Valley Ntl by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Frank Schiraldi</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
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<td>Ben Gerlinger</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
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<td>Karl Shepard</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
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<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
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<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
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<td>Matt Breese</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
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<td>Ben Gerlinger</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Valley Ntl. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Valley Ntl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Valley Ntl's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Valley Ntl's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VLY/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage"><strong>Stay up to date on Valley Ntl analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Valley Ntl</h2>
<p>Valley National Bancorp is a bank holding company that offers a full suite of national and regional banking solutions through various commercial, private banking, retail, insurance, and wealth management financial services products. It provides personalized service and customized solutions to assist its customers with their financial service needs. The group also offers niche financial services, including loan and deposit products for homeowners associations, cannabis-related business banking, and venture banking, which offers nationally. It manages its business operations under operating segments consisting of Consumer Banking; Commercial Banking; and Treasury and Corporate Other. The group generates the majority of its revenue from the Commercial Banking Segment.</p>
<h3>Financial Insights: Valley Ntl</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization:</strong> Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Over the 3 months period, Valley Ntl showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of <strong>5.45%</strong> as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Valley Ntl's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of <strong>22.9%,</strong> the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Valley Ntl's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>1.59%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Valley Ntl's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.17%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Valley Ntl's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>0.51</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
<p>Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.</p>
<p>Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.</p>
<p>Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.</p>
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Where Valley Ntl Stands With Analysts

<p>Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.</p>
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<li>Piper Sandler analyst Frank Schiraldi upgraded <strong>Valley National Bancorp</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and maintained the price target of $11. Valley National shares closed at $8.85 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VLY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Stifel analyst Lars Kjellberg upgraded the rating for <strong>Mativ Holdings, Inc</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MATV#NYSE">MATV</a>) from Hold to Buy but lowered the price target from $15.5 to $10. Mativ Holdings shares closed at $6.09 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MATV/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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<li>Raymond James analyst Simon Leopold upgraded the rating for <strong>Coherent Corp.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COHR#NYSE">COHR</a>) from Outperform to Strong Buy and lowered the price target from $110 to $91. Coherent shares closed at $68.24 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/COHR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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<p>Piper Sandler  analyst Frank Schiraldi   upgrades Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and maintains the price target from $11 to $11.</p>


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<p>Morgan Stanley  analyst Manan Gosalia   maintains Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $13 to $12.</p>


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<p>During the last three months, 9 analysts shared their evaluations of Valley Ntl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Valley Ntl, revealing an average target of $11.0, a high estimate of $12.50, and a low estimate of $10.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 3.68% increase from the previous average price target of $10.61.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738000837_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
<p>A clear picture of Valley Ntl's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ben Gerlinger</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Shepard</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
<td>$11.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Breese</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Gerlinger</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Alexopoulos</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$10.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Valley Ntl. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Valley Ntl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Valley Ntl's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Valley Ntl's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VLY/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Valley Ntl analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>Discovering Valley Ntl: A Closer Look</h2>
<p>Valley National Bancorp is a bank holding company whose principal wholly-owned subsidiary is Valley National Bank. It provides a full range of commercial, retail, and trust and investment services largely through its offices and ATM network throughout northern and central New Jersey, New York City Long Island, Florida, and Alabama. The segments of the group are commercial lending, consumer lending, investment management, and corporate and other adjustments, of which key interest income is derived from the commercial lending segment. In recent years, the company has focused on acquiring companies that operate outside of traditional banking and has emphasized wealth and capital management.</p>
<h3>Key Indicators: Valley Ntl's Financial Health</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.</p>
<p><strong>Positive Revenue Trend:</strong> Examining Valley Ntl's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of <strong>2.32%</strong> as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Valley Ntl's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of <strong>22.9%,</strong> the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Valley Ntl's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>1.59%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Valley Ntl's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.17%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Valley Ntl's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <b>0.52</b>, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.</p>
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.</p>
<p>Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.</p>
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<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


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