WaFd Balance Sheet Health
Financial Health criteria checks 6/6
WaFd has total assets of $27.6B and total equity of $3.0B. Total deposits are $20.9B, and total loans are $20.0B. It earns a Net Interest Margin of 2.6%. It has sufficient allowance for bad loans, which are currently at 0.6% of total loans. Cash and short-term investments are $685.2M.
Key information
9.1x
Asset to equity ratio
2.6%
Net interest margin
| Total deposits | US$20.93b |
| Loan to deposit ratio | Appropriate |
| Bad loans | 0.6% |
| Allowance for bad loans | Sufficient |
| Current ratio | Low |
| Cash & equivalents | US$685.20m |
Recent financial health updates
Recent updates
WaFd Justifies A Downgrade After Its Pop Higher
Summary WaFd has outperformed the S&P 500 since May, but the easy gains appear to be behind us. WAFD's strategic shift from time deposits to transaction accounts improved net interest margin and profitability, despite a modest decline in total deposits. Valuation multiples have risen; WAFD now trades at a P/E of 11.1, above the author's preferred maximum of 10, though it is still attractive versus peers. Asset quality metrics, including sub-1% ROA and sub-10% ROE, prompt a downgrade to 'hold' as the risk/reward profile becomes less compelling. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
WAFD: Stable Margins And Buybacks Will Shape Balanced Future Return Profile
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for WaFd up from $37.25 to $39.00, citing recent price target increases to $40.00 and research that highlights better than expected net loan growth and stable net interest margins following the latest Q3 earnings beat. What’s in the News for WaFd WaFd reported net charge-offs of $1.6 million for the third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2026, compared with $0.6 million for the prior quarter.WAFD: Higher Multiple And Buybacks Will Shape Balanced Return Profile
The analyst price target for WaFd has been revised from $31.00 to $37.25, with analysts citing updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E to support the higher valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on WaFd highlights a mix of optimism and caution around the stock's updated valuation framework, with analysts updating their models to reflect changes in discount rate assumptions, revenue expectations, profit margins, and future P/E levels.WaFd: Regional Bank With A 7.3% Yielding Preferred Share
Summary WaFd's preferred shares offer a 7.35% dividend yield, making them attractive for income investors despite recent value drops. The bank's net interest income has declined due to rising borrowing yields and falling asset yields, impacting profitability. The Luther Burbank merger improved WaFd's loan to deposit ratio, reducing dependence on costly external financing. Multifamily mortgage risks and low loan loss allowances are concerns, but preferred dividends remain secure with potential for capital appreciation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWaFd: Preferred Shares Still Offering Attractive Income At 6.7% Yield
Summary WaFd's merger with Luther Burbank Corporation has improved its loan-to-deposit ratio and reduced external borrowing, enhancing future net interest income and earnings potential. Despite the positive merger impact, WaFd faces risks from high loan-to-deposit ratios and lower-than-average allowance for credit losses, which could pressure earnings. WaFd's preferred shares offer an attractive 6.7% yield and trade at 73% of their call price, providing income and potential capital appreciation. I recommend WaFd's preferred shares for income investors, given their seniority to common shares and insulation from the bank's loan performance challenges. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWaFd: Regional Bank Offering 7.6% Yielding Preferred Dividend
Summary WaFd, a regional bank, experienced a significant increase in share price after recent earnings. Financial performance showed growth in net interest income but volatility in some metrics, with risks related to loan losses. Stability in loan and deposit growth, but risks include inadequate credit loss allowance and concentration in certain loan types. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaHere's Why WaFd (NASDAQ:WAFD) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
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Debt to Equity History and Analysis
Balance Sheet
Financial Institutions Analysis
Asset Level: WAFD's Assets to Equity ratio (9.1x) is low.
Allowance for Bad Loans: WAFD has a sufficient allowance for bad loans (168%).
Low Risk Liabilities: 85% of WAFD's liabilities are made up of primarily low risk sources of funding.
Loan Level: WAFD has an appropriate level of Loans to Assets ratio (73%).
Low Risk Deposits: WAFD's Loans to Deposits ratio (96%) is appropriate.
Level of Bad Loans: WAFD has an appropriate level of bad loans (0.6%).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/14 21:47 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/14 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/09/30 |
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Analyst Sources
WaFd, Inc. is covered by 17 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Bruce Harting | Barclays |
| Michael Diana | Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. |
| Jeffrey Rulis | D.A. Davidson & Co. |