Westamerica Bancorporation (WABC) – Corporate News Update
Stock Performance
Westamerica Bancorporation (ticker: WABC) closed the trading session on Friday, 23 November 2026, up 1.81 % at 11:35 AM Central Europe. The current market price stands at USD 61.92 on major exchanges. With a circulating supply of 23.1 million shares, the company’s market capitalization is USD 1.4 billion.
During the most recent 24‑hour window, approximately USD 9 million of shares were traded, indicating a moderate level of liquidity. Over the preceding month, WABC’s shares have risen 4.54 %, reflecting steady investor confidence.
The 200‑day simple moving average currently sits at USD 55.68, suggesting a bullish trend as the share price remains above this long‑term support level. The all‑time high for the past 52 weeks was USD 63.61, reached on 17 July 2026, while the low was USD 46.23, recorded on 17 November 2025.
Dividend Announcement
In a recent Form 8‑K filing and accompanying GlobeNewswire press release, Westamerica Bancorporation disclosed that its board has approved a quarterly cash dividend of USD 0.48 per common share. The dividend will be payable on 13 November 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on 2 November 2026.
The announcement highlighted the company’s strong recent earnings, reporting a net income of USD 28.2 million for the quarter ended 30 September 2026. This translates to USD 1.22 per diluted share, underscoring the firm’s earnings stability. Chairman, President and CEO David Payne emphasized that the dividend reflects Westamerica’s conservative risk profile and consistent performance.
No forward‑looking statements or projections beyond those contained in the release have been provided.
Related Stock Activity
The following table summarizes the recent 24‑hour performance of select peers:
| Stock | 24‑Hour Change | Current Price (USD) | Market Cap (USD bn) | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kailera Therapeutics (KLRA) | +0.23 % | 13.27 | 1.7 | – |
| Global (GLP) | –0.8 % | 48.53 | 1.7 | 10.08 |
| Omnicell (OMCL) | +2.09 % | 37.10 | 1.7 | 42.97 |
| Ani (ANIP) | +2.09 % | 73.75 | 1.7 | 15.67 |
| National Bank Hold (NBHC) | +2.45 % | 38.96 | 1.7 | 16.00 |
Company Overview
Westamerica Bancorporation is headquartered in San Rafael, United States, and operates primarily through its wholly owned subsidiary, Westamerica Bank. The bank serves individual and corporate clients across Northern and Central California, offering a comprehensive suite of banking services.
In addition to retail banking, the company’s other subsidiaries provide financing solutions for accounts receivable and inventory lines of credit, as well as term business loans and data processing services. Westamerica Bancorporation’s operations are listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange, and further details are available on its website at www.westamerica.com .