Valley National: Turning The Corner After A Mixed Q1 (Rating Upgrade)

  • Valley National Bancorp's stock is undervalued, trading below tangible book value, with a 14% total return potential including a 5% dividend yield. The bank has improved its capital and reserves, with a CET1 ratio of 10.8%, targeting over 11% by year-end. Valley's net interest margins are expected to improve as high-cost funding sources are replaced and the securities portfolio benefits from higher rates.