Rating Change
Baird analysts upgraded Zions Bancorporation, National Association (NASDAQ:ZION) from Neutral to Outperform on October 15, 2026.
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Zions Bancorporation, National Association (ZION) Upgraded to Outperform at Baird
Baird analysts upgraded Zions Bancorporation, National Association (NASDAQ:ZION) from Neutral to Outperform on October 15, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Zions Bancorporation, National Association (NASDAQ:ZION) · upgrade
- Firm
- Baird
- Rating
- Neutral to Outperform
- Price at event
- $62.63
- Market capitalization
- $8.8B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Baird upgraded Zions Bancorporation from Neutral to Outperform on October 15, 2026, suggesting analysts see improving fundamentals or favorable risk-reward opportunities.
- The stock trades at $62.63 with an $8.8 billion market capitalization and has gained 18.0% over the past 52 weeks.
- Recent analyst consensus shows mixed signals with 3 Buy, 3 Hold, and 4 Sell ratings among the 10 most recent ratings.
- Analyst upgrades can act as catalysts for near-term price movement, though consensus ratings alone have mixed predictive power for stock performance.
Market Context
Zions Bancorporation, National Association operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $62.63 with a market capitalization of $8.8B. The stock has gained 18.0% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst upgrades often act as catalysts for near-term price movement, particularly when they come from major firms with significant institutional following. Baird's upgrade suggests their analysts see improving fundamentals, a more favorable risk-reward profile, or upcoming catalysts that could drive the stock higher.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Zions Bancorporation, National Association
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 3 Buy, 3 Hold, 4 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Baird | Outperform | N/A |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Cantor Fitzgerald | Overweight | N/A |
| Oct 09, 2026 | Truist Securities | Hold | N/A |
| Oct 05, 2026 | TD Cowen | Hold | N/A |
| Oct 01, 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Underperform | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View ZION Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Outperform rating mean for ZION?
A rating of Outperform from Baird reflects the analyst's outlook on Zions Bancorporation, National Association (NASDAQ:ZION). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the ZION forecast page.
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