Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) to Release Earnings on Wednesday

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) is expected to be releasing its Q4 2025 results before the market opens on Wednesday, January 14th. Analysts expect Wells Fargo & Company to post earnings of $1.65 per share and revenue of $21.63 billion for the quarter. Parties may review the information on the company’s upcoming Q4 2025 earning report for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, October 14th. The financial services provider reported $1.73 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.55 by $0.18. The company had revenue of $21.44 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $21.11 billion. Wells Fargo & Company had a net margin of 17.18% and a return on equity of 12.51%. Wells Fargo & Company’s quarterly revenue was up 5.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $1.42 EPS. On average, analysts expect Wells Fargo & Company to post $6 EPS for the current fiscal year and $7 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Wells Fargo & Company Trading Down 0.0%

Shares of Wells Fargo & Company stock opened at $96.36 on Wednesday. The stock has a market cap of $302.49 billion, a P/E ratio of 15.85, a P/E/G ratio of 0.88 and a beta of 1.09. The stock’s 50 day simple moving average is $89.20 and its 200-day simple moving average is $84.12. Wells Fargo & Company has a 1-year low of $58.42 and a 1-year high of $97.76. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.07, a current ratio of 0.84 and a quick ratio of 0.84.

Wells Fargo & Company Announces Dividend

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, December 1st. Shareholders of record on Friday, November 7th were paid a dividend of $0.45 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, November 7th. This represents a $1.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.9%. Wells Fargo & Company’s payout ratio is 29.61%.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several research analysts have recently weighed in on the stock. Cfra Research raised shares of Wells Fargo & Company to a “moderate buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, October 15th. Truist Financial lifted their target price on shares of Wells Fargo & Company from $100.00 to $104.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods boosted their target price on shares of Wells Fargo & Company from $92.00 to $101.00 and gave the company a “market perform” rating in a report on Wednesday, December 17th. Evercore ISI reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $110.00 price target on shares of Wells Fargo & Company in a research note on Tuesday. Finally, UBS Group reduced their price target on shares of Wells Fargo & Company from $95.00 to $93.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Tuesday, October 7th. Eleven research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, seven have issued a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $93.63.

Wells Fargo & Company News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Wells Fargo & Company this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo hired credit‑trading veteran McCarthy to run a key revenue unit, a move that could boost trading income and margin if the hire strengthens origination and risk‑taking capabilities in fixed income. Wells Fargo Hires Credit‑Trading Veteran McCarthy for Key Unit
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst writeups highlight WFC among “old‑economy” names that have rallied, signaling momentum and renewed investor interest as the AI‑led market broadens — this can support multiple expansion and buying interest from momentum funds. Buy 5 High‑Flying Old Economy Stocks of 2025 for Solid Near‑Term Gains
• Positive Sentiment: Commentary arguing WFC’s 19% 3‑month gain and potential catalysts (asset‑cap removal, cost cuts, discounted valuation) has prompted buy‑side interest — supports thesis that upside remains if operational improvements persist. Wells Fargo Stock Jumps Nearly 19% in 3 Months: Right Time to Buy?
• Neutral Sentiment: Wells Fargo’s equity research continues to be active (adding names like Roku and raising/ trimming targets on client stocks), which signals a busy institutional desk but is indirect for WFC’s own fundamentals. ROKU Gains Spotlight as Wells Fargo Adds It to Q1 Tactical Ideas List
• Neutral Sentiment: Wells Fargo analysts are actively re‑rating peers (e.g., BankUnited, Conagra, Casey’s) — shows the firm’s research flows but doesn’t directly change WFC’s capital or earnings profile. Wells Fargo Lifts BankUnited (BKU) Target Ahead of Expected 2026 Earnings Recovery
• Negative Sentiment: Wells Fargo underperformed peers on Monday despite daily gains, highlighting relative weakness that may deter momentum investors and limit near‑term upside until outperformance resumes. Wells Fargo & Co. stock underperforms Monday when compared to competitors despite daily gains
• Negative Sentiment: Robert W. Baird reaffirmed an “Underperform” rating with a $90 price target (~below current levels), which is a bearish anchor that can pressure sentiment and give institutional holders a reason to trim positions. Analyst Reaffirmation / Price Target Note

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Wells Fargo & Company

Hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the stock. PGIM Custom Harvest LLC raised its position in Wells Fargo & Company by 4.9% in the third quarter. PGIM Custom Harvest LLC now owns 3,158 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $265,000 after purchasing an additional 147 shares during the period. Maia Wealth LLC grew its stake in shares of Wells Fargo & Company by 2.5% in the third quarter. Maia Wealth LLC now owns 6,326 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $545,000 after buying an additional 153 shares in the last quarter. Faithward Advisors LLC grew its stake in shares of Wells Fargo & Company by 6.3% in the third quarter. Faithward Advisors LLC now owns 2,698 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $226,000 after buying an additional 160 shares in the last quarter. Vivaldi Capital Management LP raised its holdings in shares of Wells Fargo & Company by 5.4% in the 2nd quarter. Vivaldi Capital Management LP now owns 3,229 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $259,000 after buying an additional 165 shares during the period. Finally, Binnacle Investments Inc lifted its stake in Wells Fargo & Company by 32.8% during the 2nd quarter. Binnacle Investments Inc now owns 774 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $62,000 after acquiring an additional 191 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 75.90% of the company’s stock.

About Wells Fargo & Company

Wells Fargo & Company is a diversified, U.S.-based financial services company headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1852 by Henry Wells and William G. Fargo, the firm has evolved from its origins in express delivery and pioneer-era banking into one of the largest full-service banks in the United States. The company provides a broad range of financial products and services to individual, small business, commercial, and institutional clients. Charles W. Scharf serves as chief executive officer.

Wells Fargo operates across several core business segments, including consumer banking and lending, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management.