Wintrust Financial Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
Wintrust Financial has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 14.6%, while the Banks industry saw earnings growing at 3.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 10.1% per year. Wintrust Financial's return on equity is 11.7%, and it has net margins of 30.1%.
Key information
14.56%
Earnings growth rate
10.94%
EPS growth rate
| Banks Industry Growth | 11.18% |
| Revenue growth rate | 10.07% |
| Return on equity | 11.69% |
| Net Margin | 30.12% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Wintrust Financial Is Getting Closer To A Downgrade
Summary Wintrust Financial Corporation remains rated a soft "Buy" as robust growth and asset quality offset valuation concerns. WTFC’s net interest income and non-interest income both rose year-over-year, driving net profits from $182 million to $219 million. Balance sheet expansion continues, with deposits up to $58.91 billion and high-cost brokered deposits declining as a percentage of total. Asset and credit quality metrics are strong, with non-performing assets at 0.28% and return on equity at 12.76%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWintrust Financial's (NASDAQ:WTFC) Upcoming Dividend Will Be Larger Than Last Year's
The board of Wintrust Financial Corporation ( NASDAQ:WTFC ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend by...
Midwest Expansion And Digital Banking Will Unlock Value
Analysts have increased their price target for Wintrust Financial from approximately $155.15 to $156.50 per share. They cite continued loan growth and improving borrower sentiment as key factors supporting the firm's favorable outlook.Wintrust Financial Corporation Beat Analyst Estimates: See What The Consensus Is Forecasting For This Year
NasdaqGS:WTFC 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Wintrust Financial's Fair Values from the Community and select...Wintrust Financial Corporation Just Beat EPS By 7.0%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Wintrust Financial Corporation ( NASDAQ:WTFC ) came out with its second-quarter results last week, and we wanted to see...Here's Why Wintrust Financial (NASDAQ:WTFC) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Wintrust Financial Corporation: Clear Improvements, But The Opportunity To Buy Has Faded
Summary WTFC has shown resilience with growing deposits outpacing loans, but the current share price is too high to recommend a buy. Despite macroeconomic uncertainties like tariffs and inflation, WTFC's loan quality remains strong, with non-performing loans at a low 0.35%. The bank's dividend sustainability and growth is exceptional, but the dividend yield is quite low for a passive income investor. I would consider it a buy, if the TBV per share were around 1.20x. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWintrust Financial Corporation: 2025 Already Presents Some Headwinds
Summary Wintrust Financial Corporation achieved record results in 2024, with net income up 12% year-over-year, but 2025 growth is expected to slow. The stock price has surged from $93.42 to over $133, making it fairly valued, with limited potential for capital gains. Increased competition in CRE loans and high mortgage rates are likely to challenge WTFC's growth in 2025. Despite strong fundamentals, the dividend yield is low at 1.35%, and the stock remains a hold due to limited upside. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWintrust Financial Corporation Deserves An Optimistic Outlook
Summary Wintrust Financial's shares have risen 10.5% since March, but lagged behind the S&P 500, but since June 2023, shares are up 52.7%, easily outperforming the S&P 500. Despite a slight decline in net interest margin, deposits, loans, and securities have grown, showcasing strong balance sheet growth and asset quality. Net interest income and non-interest income have increased, though higher expenses have limited net profit growth. Valuation metrics show Wintrust Financial is more expensive than preferred, but high-quality assets and relative valuation justify maintaining a soft 'buy' rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Decisive Growth And Risk Management Propel Bank's Expansion In West Michigan Market
Strategic acquisition and strong loan growth in specific sectors are enhancing Wintrust Financial's market presence and revenue.Wintrust Financial Corporation: Expensive CDs Take On Increasing Weight
Summary Growth prospects include exceptional loan growth, acquisition of Macatawa Bank, and sustainable dividend growth potential. Wintrust is a financial holding company with $57.57 billion in assets, expanding operations to other states. TBV per share is not affected too much by unrealized losses on AFS securities. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWintrust Financial: Banking On More Gains
Summary Wintrust Financial Corporation's stock has seen significant upside compared to the S&P 500, making it less of a bargain. Despite a decline in net profits, the overall profit picture for Wintrust Financial in 2023 was positive, with growth in deposits and loans. Wintrust Financial is attractively priced compared to similar banks and has a strong asset quality, making it a soft 'buy' at this time. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Wintrust Financial makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 2,693 | 811 | 1,302 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 2,628 | 774 | 1,285 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 2,563 | 738 | 1,274 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 2,480 | 712 | 1,261 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 2,384 | 669 | 1,229 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 2,348 | 667 | 1,204 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 2,255 | 605 | 1,176 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 2,216 | 599 | 1,154 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 2,197 | 602 | 1,136 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 2,156 | 595 | 1,111 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 2,132 | 616 | 1,090 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 2,073 | 595 | 1,060 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 1,962 | 535 | 1,033 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 1,877 | 482 | 1,025 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 1,794 | 436 | 1,008 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,730 | 402 | 998 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,734 | 412 | 994 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,770 | 438 | 998 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,766 | 441 | 994 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,736 | 436 | 972 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 1,601 | 357 | 947 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 1,429 | 272 | 896 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,379 | 261 | 868 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,347 | 261 | 848 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 1,397 | 321 | 822 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 1,408 | 347 | 803 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,360 | 341 | 773 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 1,328 | 334 | 753 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 1,316 | 342 | 737 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1,286 | 335 | 719 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,260 | 324 | 706 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 1,210 | 298 | 680 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 1,168 | 273 | 659 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 1,121 | 248 | 636 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 1,097 | 232 | 615 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 1,071 | 218 | 605 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 1,036 | 202 | 591 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,009 | 192 | 580 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 964 | 173 | 558 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 924 | 158 | 546 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 898 | 154 | 532 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 880 | 146 | 533 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 862 | 151 | 513 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 844 | 155 | 492 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: WTFC has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: WTFC's current net profit margins (30.1%) are higher than last year (28.1%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: WTFC's earnings have grown by 14.6% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: WTFC's earnings growth over the past year (21.3%) exceeds its 5-year average (14.6% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: WTFC earnings growth over the past year (21.3%) did not outperform the Banks industry 22.8%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: WTFC's Return on Equity (11.7%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/18 01:34 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/17 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Wintrust Financial Corporation is covered by 22 analysts. 11 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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| Bryce Rowe | Baird |
| Jared David Shaw | Barclays |
| Benjamin Gerlinger | Citigroup Inc |