What is Zacks Research’s Estimate for ZION FY2026 Earnings?

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) – Equities research analysts at Zacks Research lifted their FY2026 EPS estimates for Zions Bancorporation, N.A. in a report released on Monday, November 9th. Zacks Research analyst Team now anticipates that the bank will earn $6.75 per share for the year, up from their prior estimate of $6.51. The consensus estimate for Zions Bancorporation, N.A.’s current full-year earnings is $6.70 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for Zions Bancorporation, N.A.’s Q4 2026 earnings at $1.67 EPS, Q1 2027 earnings at $1.54 EPS, Q2 2027 earnings at $1.63 EPS, Q3 2027 earnings at $1.75 EPS, FY2027 earnings at $6.64 EPS, Q1 2028 earnings at $1.67 EPS, Q2 2028 earnings at $1.74 EPS, Q3 2028 earnings at $1.76 EPS and FY2028 earnings at $7.01 EPS.

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NASDAQ:ZION) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Monday, October 19th. The bank reported $1.78 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.64 by $0.14. Zions Bancorporation, N.A. had a return on equity of 13.77% and a net margin of 24.81%. The firm had revenue of $887.00 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $889.52 million. During the same period last year, the business posted $1.48 EPS.

Several other equities research analysts have also commented on the company. JPMorgan Chase & Co. upped their target price on Zions Bancorporation, N.A. from $86.00 to $87.00 and gave the company an “underweight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, October 20th. Stephens lifted their target price on Zions Bancorporation, N.A. from $75.00 to $78.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Monday, October 26th. Truist Financial dropped their price target on Zions Bancorporation, N.A. from $72.00 to $67.00 and set a “hold” rating on the stock in a research note on Friday, October 9th. Piper Sandler boosted their price target on Zions Bancorporation, N.A. from $68.00 to $69.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Wednesday, October 21st. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company increased their price target on Zions Bancorporation, N.A. from $66.00 to $73.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 21st. Seven research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eight have given a Hold rating and three have assigned a Sell rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $73.44.

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Stock Performance

ZION stock opened at $66.25 on Tuesday. The firm has a market cap of $9.67 billion, a PE ratio of 8.13, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.04 and a beta of 0.85. The company has a current ratio of 0.86, a quick ratio of 0.86 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.32. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $65.09 and a 200-day moving average price of $63.99. Zions Bancorporation, N.A. has a 1-year low of $48.50 and a 1-year high of $73.34.

Institutional Trading of Zions Bancorporation, N.A.

Several large investors have recently made changes to their positions in the company. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC increased its position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. by 528.8% in the 2nd quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 415 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $29,000 after buying an additional 349 shares in the last quarter. Pension & Wealth Management Advisors Inc. acquired a new position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $27,000. Trust Co. of Vermont acquired a new position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $35,000. Provenance Wealth Advisors LLC bought a new position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. in the third quarter worth approximately $32,000. Finally, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. bought a new position in Zions Bancorporation, N.A. in the second quarter worth approximately $45,000. 76.84% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. announced that its Board of Directors has approved a share buyback plan on Thursday, July 30th that permits the company to repurchase $75 million in outstanding shares. This repurchase authorization permits the bank to purchase up to 0.7% of its shares through open market purchases. Share repurchase plans are generally an indication that the company’s management believes its stock is undervalued.

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Dividend Announcement

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, November 19th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, November 12th will be issued a dividend of $0.48 per share. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, November 12th. This represents a $1.92 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.9%. Zions Bancorporation, N.A.’s dividend payout ratio is currently 23.56%.

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Zions Bancorporation, N.A. this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Zacks Research raised several forecasts, including FY2026 EPS to $6.75 from $6.51 and FY2027 EPS to $6.64 from $6.54. It also lifted estimates for Q4 2026 and Q2–Q3 2027, and made smaller increases to Q1–Q2 2028 and FY2028. The revisions may support sentiment by indicating stronger expected earnings, although they are one analyst’s forecasts. Zions Bancorporation earnings estimate updates
• Neutral Sentiment: Not all estimates moved higher: Zacks trimmed Q1 2027 EPS slightly to $1.54 from $1.55 and Q3 2028 to $1.76 from $1.82. These modest cuts partly offset the positive revisions.
• Negative Sentiment: Wall Street Zen lowered its recommendation on Zions to Hold, a less favorable signal that could weigh on investor sentiment. Wall Street Zen rating report

About Zions Bancorporation, N.A.

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. is a national bank providing commercial and retail banking services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. Its offerings include business and consumer lending, deposit accounts, treasury management, and related banking services.

The bank serves customers across 11 western states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. It operates through regional banking brands, including Zions Bank, Amegy Bank, California Bank & Trust, and National Bank of Arizona.

The institution traces its history to 1873, when Zion’s Savings Bank and Trust Company was established in Salt Lake City.