Western Alliance Bancorporation
WALNYSETrackedESG Rated: 1/2 ProvidersMarket Data VerifiedFinancialsRegional BanksSustainalytics: 24.6 · Medium
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- Rated universe Carries an MSCI or Sustainalytics observation.
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Market overview
Up+USD 0.40 (+0.54%) Day change
The market is closed. This is the last verified closing quote, not an intraday price.
- Open
- USD 74.86
- Previous close
- USD 74.39
- Day high
- USD 74.99
- Day low
- USD 74.00
- Volume
- 496,888
- Market cap
- USD 8,043,670,528
View Chart Data
| Date and time | Open | High | Low | Close | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 79.53 | USD 80.60 | USD 78.82 | USD 79.95 | 562,000 | |
| USD 85.40 | USD 85.55 | USD 84.51 | USD 84.64 | 444,000 | |
| USD 88.79 | USD 90.77 | USD 88.62 | USD 89.83 | 721,800 | |
| USD 88.28 | USD 90.86 | USD 88.01 | USD 89.65 | 808,400 | |
| USD 93.98 | USD 96.99 | USD 93.98 | USD 96.08 | 964,600 | |
| USD 94.00 | USD 95.05 | USD 93.19 | USD 94.63 | 930,300 | |
| USD 80.22 | USD 81.67 | USD 78.80 | USD 81.56 | 1,522,300 | |
| USD 67.60 | USD 68.37 | USD 66.47 | USD 66.70 | 1,265,300 | |
| USD 66.39 | USD 67.80 | USD 65.82 | USD 67.35 | 2,054,500 | |
| USD 72.32 | USD 73.36 | USD 71.91 | USD 73.08 | 679,500 | |
| USD 79.62 | USD 80.38 | USD 77.72 | USD 77.83 | 1,086,200 | |
| USD 83.28 | USD 84.50 | USD 83.07 | USD 83.33 | 1,098,300 | |
| USD 76.33 | USD 78.80 | USD 75.91 | USD 78.53 | 1,680,500 | |
| USD 80.28 | USD 81.29 | USD 79.87 | USD 80.01 | 835,300 | |
| USD 80.45 | USD 81.03 | USD 79.65 | USD 80.29 | 1,055,900 | |
| USD 80.81 | USD 81.20 | USD 80.12 | USD 80.69 | 602,900 | |
| USD 84.06 | USD 85.09 | USD 82.71 | USD 82.76 | 900,300 | |
| USD 80.70 | USD 82.05 | USD 80.22 | USD 81.50 | 759,600 | |
| USD 78.89 | USD 79.87 | USD 78.00 | USD 79.63 | 1,576,900 | |
| USD 79.41 | USD 79.82 | USD 77.89 | USD 79.28 | 953,300 | |
| USD 76.84 | USD 78.40 | USD 76.53 | USD 77.61 | 1,106,600 | |
| USD 74.58 | USD 75.46 | USD 74.26 | USD 74.69 | 736,100 | |
| USD 76.01 | USD 76.40 | USD 75.03 | USD 76.40 | 874,600 | |
| USD 76.23 | USD 76.26 | USD 75.11 | USD 75.62 | 267,231 |
Company Profile & Business Model Overview
Western Alliance Bancorporation operates as the bank holding company for Western Alliance Bank that provides various banking products and related services primarily in Arizona, California, and Nevada. It operates in two segments, Commercial and Consumer Related. The company offers deposit products, including checking, savings, and money market accounts, as well as fixed-rate and fixed maturity certificates of deposit accounts; and treasury management and residential mortgage products and services. It also offers commercial and industrial loan products, such as working capital lines of credit, inventory and accounts receivable lines, mortgage warehouse lines, equipment loans and leases, and other commercial loans; commercial real estate loans, which are secured by multi-family residential properties, professional offices, industrial facilities, retail centers, hotels, and other commercial properties; construction and land development loans for single family and multi-family residential projects, industrial/warehouse properties, office buildings, retail centers, medical office facilities, and residential lot developments; and consumer loans. In addition, the company provides other financial services, such as internet banking, wire transfers, electronic bill payment and presentment, lock box services, courier, and cash management services. Further, it holds certain investment securities, municipal and non-profit loans, and leases; invests primarily in low income housing tax credits and small business investment corporations; and holds certain real estate loans and related securities. The company operates 38 branch locations, as well as loan production offices. Western Alliance Bancorporation was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
Sustainability Strengths & Catalysts (Pros)
- Consolidated disclosure practices: Western Alliance publishes annual reports, 10-K filings and proxy statements providing transparent financial and governance information, facilitating investor assessment of ESG-related governance and risk management.
- Customer-focused digital treasury and payment services: The company provides a spectrum of treasury management and digital payment offerings that can support customers’ operational efficiency and reduce reliance on paper-based processes, contributing to o
- Established regional presence with diversified commercial lending: WAL’s scale across multiple business and real estate sectors diversifies credit exposure and provides opportunities to integrate sector-specific ESG underwriting and risk controls across i
Material Risks & Governance Concerns (Cons)
- Concentrated commercial real estate and commercial lending exposure creates susceptibility to sectoral downturns and environmental/climate physical and transition risks, particularly in regions vulnerable to extreme weather or real estate market shocks.
- As a regulated bank, Western Alliance faces governance and conduct risks exemplified by heightened regulatory scrutiny in the banking sector; any past or future operational failures, compliance lapses or credit stress could materially affect stakeholders
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Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers on sustainability scores, risk methodologies, and peer rankings.
What is Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL)'s ESG rating and sustainability score?
Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) carries a Sustainalytics ESG Risk Score of 24.6, measuring unmanaged corporate ESG risk on a scale of 0 to 50+.
Is Western Alliance Bancorporation considered an ESG leader or laggard in Financials?
Independent benchmark status for Western Alliance Bancorporation is evaluated relative to Financials peers once third-party coverage publishes official methodology scores.
What are the main ESG risks and controversies for Western Alliance Bancorporation?
Key material risks for Western Alliance Bancorporation include: Concentrated commercial real estate and commercial lending exposure creates susceptibility to sectoral downturns and environmental/climate physical and transition risks, particularly in regions vulnerable to extreme weather or real estate market shocks.; As a regulated bank, Western Alliance faces governance and conduct risks exemplified by heightened regulatory scrutiny in the banking sector; any past or future operational failures, compliance lapses or credit stress could materially affect stakeholders. Investors should evaluate whether corporate mitigation plans adequately address these vulnerabilities.
How does The Impact Investor evaluate ESG stock profiles?
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