Resources Management Corp CT ADV raised its holdings in Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) by 247.4% in the fourth quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The fund owned 25,365 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 18,064 shares during the quarter. Resources Management Corp CT ADV’s holdings in Wells Fargo & Company were worth $2,364,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also modified their holdings of the company. Godfrey Financial Associates Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Wells Fargo & Company in the fourth quarter worth $25,000. Navalign LLC bought a new stake in Wells Fargo & Company in the 4th quarter valued at $26,000. Joseph Group Capital Management bought a new stake in Wells Fargo & Company in the 4th quarter valued at $28,000. Core Wealth Advisors LLC bought a new stake in Wells Fargo & Company in the 4th quarter valued at $29,000. Finally, Swiss RE Ltd. bought a new stake in Wells Fargo & Company in the 4th quarter valued at $30,000. 75.90% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
More Wells Fargo & Company News
Here are the key news stories impacting Wells Fargo & Company this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo highlighted its balance-sheet strategy and said it expects about $50 billion in net interest income for 2026, supported by loan and deposit trends. That reinforces the bank’s earnings outlook and may be helping sentiment on the stock. Wells Fargo’s Long-Dated Funding And NII Outlook Might Change The Case For Investing In WFC
- Positive Sentiment: Analysts and market commentary continue to point to WFC as an attractive dividend stock, which can support demand for the shares among income-focused investors. Why Wells Fargo (WFC) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio
- Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo announced a $1 million donation to support skilled trades training and workforce development in Pennsylvania, a reputationally positive move that underscores its community investment efforts. Wells Fargo Pledges $1 Million Donation Toward Skilled Trades in Pennsylvania
- Neutral Sentiment: Wells Fargo is also being mentioned in connection with Tilly’s extending a credit agreement with the bank. This is more of a client-services headline than a direct stock-moving catalyst for WFC. Tilly’s Extends Credit Agreement Maturity with Wells Fargo
- Negative Sentiment: Wells Fargo was named in a DOJ subpoena related to Trump-era “debanking” claims, which adds regulatory overhang and could weigh on the stock if the probe broadens or creates legal costs. JPMorgan, BofA, Wells Fargo Subpoenaed By DOJ In Trump’s Explosive ‘Debanking’ Crackdown: Report
- Neutral Sentiment: A video discussing summer food inflation referenced Wells Fargo’s Agri-Food Institute, but it appears more macroeconomic and consumer-focused than directly tied to WFC’s fundamentals. Best ways to barbecue on a budget this summer
Wells Fargo & Company Stock Performance
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Tuesday, April 14th. The financial services provider reported $1.60 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.58 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $11.62 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $21.85 billion. Wells Fargo & Company had a net margin of 17.26% and a return on equity of 13.27%. The company’s revenue was up 6.4% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted $1.39 EPS. Equities analysts anticipate that Wells Fargo & Company will post 6.84 earnings per share for the current year.
Wells Fargo & Company Dividend Announcement
The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, June 1st. Investors of record on Friday, May 8th were given a $0.45 dividend. This represents a $1.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.2%. The ex-dividend date was Friday, May 8th. Wells Fargo & Company’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 27.78%.
Analyst Ratings Changes
Several equities research analysts have recently weighed in on WFC shares. HSBC raised shares of Wells Fargo & Company from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $94.00 target price on the stock in a report on Wednesday, April 1st. Barclays reduced their price target on shares of Wells Fargo & Company from $113.00 to $108.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, April 15th. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Wells Fargo & Company from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Sunday. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reduced their price target on shares of Wells Fargo & Company from $91.00 to $86.50 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, April 30th. Finally, Piper Sandler reiterated an “overweight” rating and set a $94.00 price target (down from $100.00) on shares of Wells Fargo & Company in a research report on Wednesday, April 15th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have issued a Buy rating and ten have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $97.53.
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About Wells Fargo & Company
Wells Fargo & Company is a diversified, U.S.-based financial services company headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1852 by Henry Wells and William G. Fargo, the firm has evolved from its origins in express delivery and pioneer-era banking into one of the largest full-service banks in the United States. The company provides a broad range of financial products and services to individual, small business, commercial, and institutional clients. Charles W. Scharf serves as chief executive officer.
Wells Fargo operates across several core business segments, including consumer banking and lending, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management.
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