DA Davidson Rates Wintrust Financial (WTFC) buy

DA Davidson maintains its 'buy' rating on Wintrust Financial with a $185 price target, a 15.11% upside from the current price.

By EarningsIQ Research Desk · Published Jun 30, 2026, 1:01 PM EDT · Updated Jul 1, 2026, 3:01 PM EDT

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DA Davidson rated Wintrust Financial Corporation ($WTFC) "buy" with a $185 price target on June 30, 2026.

Since the rating, $WTFC is up 0.5% after 1 week, down 0.7% after 1 month and down 10.1% to date (from the $160.17 close on Jun 30, 2026).

WTFC Wintrust Financial Corporation

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Key Points

DA Davidson reiterated its 'buy' rating on Wintrust Financial Corporation (WTFC) with a price target of $185 on June 30, 2026.
DA Davidson's $185 price target implies 15.11% upside from Wintrust Financial Corporation's ($WTFC) current $160.72 share price.
Shares of WTFC traded near $160.37 on Tuesday, with a market cap of about $10.88 billion and a P/E ratio of 13.51.
Insiders at Wintrust, including Vice Chairman David Dykstra, recently bought shares, while analysts maintain a positive outlook.

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DA Davidson reiterated its 'buy' rating on Wintrust Financial Corporation (NasdaqGS: WTFC) on June 30, 2026. The investment firm set a price target of $185 for the regional bank. Shares of Wintrust traded at approximately $160.37 on Tuesday.

Analyst rating track record

DA Davidson vs. the S&P 500

YTD return +76.90% hypothetical

All-time return +116.01% S&P 500 +13%

vs. S&P 500 +103.01% ahead of the index

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What Changed in DA Davidson's Wintrust Financial Position

DA Davidson's analyst Jeff Rulis reaffirmed the 'buy' rating for Wintrust Financial, maintaining confidence in the company's growth potential with a price target of $185. This suggests an optimistic view of the stock's future performance.

Other Institutional Activity in Wintrust Financial

Among other institutional investors, BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 131,739 shares, ending with 6,296,593 shares valued at about $874.85 million, marking a 2.1% increase. FMR LLC reduced its stake by 98,385 shares, holding 5,286,382 shares worth approximately $734.49 million, a decrease of 1.8%. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC and Vanguard Capital Management LLC both opened new positions, acquiring 3,586,873 shares and 3,025,764 shares, respectively. Meanwhile, Dimensional Fund Advisors LP trimmed its holdings by 5,693 shares to 2,701,984 shares, a slight 0.2% decrease.

Wintrust Financial Corporation Stock Up 8.9%

Shares of Wintrust Financial Corporation (NasdaqGS: WTFC) traded around $160.37 on Tuesday. The company boasts a market cap of approximately $10.88 billion, with a P/E ratio of 13.51 and a forward P/E of 11.64. Its beta stands at 0.85, indicating less volatility compared to the broader market. The stock's 52-week range is between $119.61 and $163.36, with a 50-day moving average of $151.39 and a 200-day moving average of $141.86.

12-month forecast

$WTFC price target

Wintrust Financial Corporation daily closes and this analyst's $185 target. Not advice.

Recent Earnings

Wintrust Financial reported revenue of $2.69 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 10.4%. The company's net margin is 32.02%, and it achieved a return on equity of 12.34%. The next earnings report is scheduled for July 20, 2026.

Dividend

Wintrust Financial offers a dividend rate of $2.10 per share, yielding 1.3%, with a payout ratio of 17.18%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Wintrust Financial Corporation

Recent insider transactions include Vice Chairman and COO David Dykstra purchasing 154 shares at $150.69 on May 28, 2026. Founder and Senior Advisor Edward Wehmer also bought 220 shares at the same price on the same day. Conversely, Vice Chair and Chief Lending Officer Richard Murphy sold 1,661 shares on May 5, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 30, 2026, DA Davidson maintained its 'buy' rating with a $185 price target. TD Cowen also maintained a 'buy' rating with a $176 target on April 23, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a 'buy' rating with an average price target of $175.50, based on 12 opinions.

About Wintrust Financial Corporation

Wintrust Financial Corporation is a financial holding company based in Rosemont, Illinois. It offers community-oriented banking services through three main segments: Community Banking, Specialty Finance, and Wealth Management. Founded in 1991, the company provides a range of financial services, including personal and commercial banking, mortgage origination, and wealth management services. Wintrust is led by CEO Timothy S. Crane and employs over 5,900 people.

Bottom Line

DA Davidson's reaffirmation of its 'buy' rating with a $185 target underscores continued confidence in Wintrust Financial's prospects. Investors follow these analyst ratings closely, as they provide insights into potential stock performance. While 13F filings provide a backward-looking view, they remain a valuable tool for understanding institutional sentiment.