Stephen Russell Curley

September 26, 2026

EGBN among regional banks set for higher short‑term rates. EGBN was named in a Yahoo piece as one of three regional banks positioned to benefit from higher short‑term rates. Rising rates can widen net interest margins for banks that lend at longer terms, which may support earnings growth. The stock sits near a key support level of $27.71 and trades with a 60.3 RSI, while its 7.59% dividend yield remains attractive to income‑focused investors.

October 5, 2026

JPMorgan and Wells Fargo Lower Western Alliance Price Targets. Two major banks recently cut their price targets for Western Alliance Bancorporation, with JPMorgan lowering its estimate to $90 and Wells Fargo to $84. Both firms maintained neutral ratings, suggesting they see the stock as fairly valued rather than undervalued. These adjustments come amid broader regulatory discussions about bank asset thresholds, which may influence how the market views mid-sized banks like WAL.