Webster Financial (NYSE:WBS) Stock

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Webster Financial

Webster Financial Corp is a full-service provider of financial services, offering commercial and consumer banking, mortgages, and investment advisory along with trust and wealth management services in Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. The company's segment includes Commercial Banking, HSA Bank, and Consumer Banking. It generates maximum revenue from the Commercial Banking segment.

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Webster Financial Corporation Depositary Shares, Each Representing 1/1,000th Interest in a Share of 5.25% Series F Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock

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Ratings for Webster Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) were provided by 7 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
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<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
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<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</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>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</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>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Webster Financial and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $63.86, accompanied by a high estimate of $72.00 and a low estimate of $58.00. A 12.52% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $73.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747861235_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Webster Financial by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<thead>
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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>David Chiaverini</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>David Smith</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
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<td>Christopher Mcgratty</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Timur Braziler</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Daniel Tamayo</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Manan Gosalia</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Webster Financial. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Webster Financial compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Webster Financial's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Webster Financial's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Webster Financial: A Closer Look</h2>
Webster Financial Corp is a full-service provider of financial services, offering commercial and consumer banking, mortgages, and investment advisory along with trust and wealth management services in Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. The company's segment includes Commercial Banking, HSA Bank, and Consumer Banking. It generates maximum revenue from the Commercial Banking segment.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Webster Financial's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Webster Financial'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 5.65%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Webster Financial's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 31.27%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Webster Financial's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.48%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Webster Financial's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.28% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Webster Financial's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.43, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
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.
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.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Analyst Ratings

Forecasting The Future: 7 Analyst Projections For Webster Financial

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>.
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<li>Jefferies analyst David Chiaverini initiated coverage on Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $65. Webster Financial shares closed at $52.65 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wbs/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst David Chiaverini initiated coverage on KeyCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>) with a Hold rating and announced a price target of $18. KeyCorp shares closed at $16.29 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/key/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Initiation

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Jefferies analyst David Chiaverini initiates coverage on Webster Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $65.

Price Target

Jefferies Initiates Coverage On Webster Financial with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $65

Truist Securities analyst David Smith initiates coverage on Webster Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $61.

Truist Securities Initiates Coverage On Webster Financial with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $61

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Webster Financial Board Increases Share Repurchase Authorization By $700M

In the last three months, 5 analysts have published ratings on Webster Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</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>
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<td>Last 30D</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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<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</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>
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<td>3M Ago</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>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $64.2, along with a high estimate of $72.00 and a low estimate of $58.00. This current average has decreased by 12.05% from the previous average price target of $73.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745604045_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Webster Financial. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;-----------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Christopher Mcgratty&#x7C;Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods&#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $65.00&#x7C;$70.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Timur Braziler &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $60.00&#x7C;$75.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jared Shaw &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $72.00&#x7C;$80.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Daniel Tamayo &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $58.00&#x7C;$65.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Manan Gosalia &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $66.00&#x7C;$75.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: 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 Webster Financial. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Webster Financial compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Webster Financial's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Webster Financial's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Webster Financial</h2>
Webster Financial Corp is a full-service provider of financial services, offering commercial and consumer banking, mortgages, and investment advisory along with trust and wealth management services in Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. The company's segment includes Commercial Banking, HSA Bank, and Consumer Banking. It generates maximum revenue from the Commercial Banking segment.
<h3>Webster Financial: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Webster Financial's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 4.12%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Webster Financial's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 25.99%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Webster Financial's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 1.93%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.22%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34, Webster Financial adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
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.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Expert Outlook: Webster Financial Through The Eyes Of 5 Analysts

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Christopher Mcgratty maintains Webster Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $70 to $65.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Outperform on Webster Financial, Lowers Price Target to $65

Webster Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.30 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.38 by 5.8 percent. This is a 3.7 percent decrease over earnings of $1.35 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $704.80 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $634.82 million by 11.02 percent. This is a 24.14 percent increase over sales of $567.74 million the same period last year.

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Webster Finl Q1 EPS $1.30 Misses $1.38 Estimate, Sales $704.80M Beat $634.82M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 24, 2025

Webster Financial's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) short percent of float has fallen 7.2% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.53 million shares sold short, which is 2.32% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.67 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Webster Financial Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745434818_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Webster Financial has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Webster Financial's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Webster Financial's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.71%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Wells Fargo analyst Timur Braziler maintains Webster Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $75 to $60.

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Barclays analyst Jared Shaw maintains Webster Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $80 to $72.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Webster Financial, Lowers Price Target to $72

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