Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (ZION) — closed signal from January 26, 2026
Partial Published before the outcome was known, scored automatically when the window closed on April 26, 2026.
Predicted vs. what happened
What happened
Reached 69% of the predicted growth at its peak, without hitting the target.
The thesis — published January 26, 2026
Shares pulled back hard and look positioned for a rebound in the next 0-3 months. Recent quarterly sales and profit beat expectations and a higher price target from a big bank improved buyer interest. If interest-rate outlook calms after the Fed decision, investor confidence in regional banks can return quickly; bad credit news could undo gains.
Primary drivers
- Quarterly sales and profits beat estimates, supporting a re-rating
- A big bank raised its price target, which can attract buyers
- Interest-rate outlook will sway investor demand for regional banks
- Strong earnings follow-through can kick off a quick rebound
How it played out
ZION: target missed after an 11% peak gain
Lyra published ZION on 2026-01-26 at 59.6 with a short-term rebound thesis. The call expected 16% growth. The thesis pointed to quarterly sales and profits beating estimates, a higher price target from a big bank, interest-rate outlook as a driver for regional-bank demand, and possible earnings follow-through.
Inside the window, ZION rose to 66.18 on 2026-02-06. That was an 11% peak gain, but it stayed below the 69.13 target. It never got there. The window ended on 2026-04-26 with the stock at 61.34. The thesis partially played out, but the published target was missed.
What happened during the window
On 2026-04-20, Zions reported first-quarter profit of $232 million, or $1.56 a share. Net interest income was $662 million, and the shares fell 2% after hours to $61.80.
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