WTBAFinancial Services · Banks - RegionalThe 2 Wall Street analysts covering West Bancorporation, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $29 — +2.1% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 82 of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores West Bancorporation, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Momentum (95): The shares have been drifting up relative to others.
Volatility (43): The share price moves around a lot.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on WTBA, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +2.1% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 July 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | $27 → $30 |
| 26 June 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 26 June 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | $26 → $27 |
| 27 Oct 2025 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 28 July 2025 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 15 July 2025 | Piper Sandler | Assumes | Neutral | $22 |
| 27 Jan 2025 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 25 Oct 2024 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 29 Sept 2020 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 16 Oct 2018 | Baird | Initiates | Outperform | — |
| 20 Nov 2012 | Piper Sandler | Initiates | Hold | — |
| 20 Nov 2012 | Sandler O'Neill | Initiates | Hold | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. WTBA appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 52% of US stocks
Cheaper than 27% of US stocks
Cheaper than 52% of US stocks
Higher than 67% of US stocks
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Higher than 97% of US stocks
Higher than 93% of US stocks
Higher than 74% of US stocks
Higher than 49% of US stocks
Higher than 73% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
| Company | Market cap | TKN rank |
|---|---|---|
| WTBAWest Bancorporation, Inc. | $486.4M | 82 |
| PDLBPonce Financial Group, Inc. | $490.1M | 54 |
| BSVNBank7 Corp. | $493.4M | 49 |
| COFSChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. | $496.5M | 83 |
| FMAOFarmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Ohio) | $469.0M | 89 |
| PBAMPrivate Bancorp of America, Inc. | $504.7M | 88 |
| CBKCommercial Bancgroup, Inc. | $463.1M | 24 |
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Zacks Investment Research highlights West Bancorp (WTBA) as a top dividend stock for investor portfolios, and poses the question of whether the company has what it takes to be a great dividend stock.
Why it matters — A WTBA watcher would care because the company is being recognized for its dividend prospects, which is relevant to income-focused shareholders.
Zacks Investment Research features West Bancorp (WTBA) as a top dividend stock, emphasizing the value of dividends for shareholders and questioning whether WTBA meets the criteria of a strong dividend pick.
Why it matters — A WTBA watcher would care because the piece highlights the company's dividend profile, a key factor for income-focused investors assessing the stock.
The 2 Wall Street analysts covering West Bancorporation, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $29, with estimates ranging from $28 to $30. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 2 analysts covering West Bancorporation, Inc., 0 rate it a Buy, 2 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks West Bancorporation, Inc. 82 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 22 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 22 Aug 2026, West Bancorporation, Inc. ranks 82 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Momentum (95 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 2 analysts implies +2.1% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks West Bancorporation, Inc. 82 out of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering West Bancorporation, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for WTBA are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $28 to $30 over the next 12 months.
West Bancorporation, Inc. returned +48.3% over the 12 months to 24 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
West Bancorporation Inc. is a financial holding company that delivers an array of banking services through its primary subsidiary, West Bank.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 24 Aug 2026): "Why West Bancorp (WTBA) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio". Zacks Investment Research highlights West Bancorp (WTBA) as a top dividend stock for investor portfolios, and poses the question of whether the company has what it takes to be a great dividend stock.
West Bancorporation Inc. is a financial holding company that delivers an array of banking services through its primary subsidiary, West Bank. Established in 1893 and headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, the company plays a vital role in supporting the financial infrastructure of its community, offering a comprehensive range of commercial banking and financial products. These services include personal and business checking accounts, savings accounts, loans, and mortgages, catering to both individual consumers and businesses of varying sizes. West Bancorporation Inc. impacts sectors such as real estate, retail, agriculture, and manufacturing by providing financial resources and credit solutions that support economic growth. Known for its client-oriented approach, the company fosters relationships with local businesses and residents, reinforcing trust and reliability in the regional banking sector. West Bancorporation's significance in the market is underscored by its strategic focus on organic growth and community banking, which allows it to maintain a stable presence amidst broader financial market fluctuations.
CEO Mr. David D. Nelson · 180 employees · United States · https://www.westbankstrong.com