Western Alliance Bank Shares Recover as Deposit Outflows Stabilize
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Western Alliance Bancorp's stock experiences a sharp rebound as the bank confirms that its deposit outflows have stabilized following the banking crisis.
Summary
- The bank's net outflows have decreased sharply and returned to normal levels by March 17, with deposit balances growing by $900 million by quarter-end since March 30.
- The lack of detail in Tuesday evening's update initially disappointed investors, resulting in a more than 12% decline in the bank's stock price. However, Wednesday's update provided reassurance.
- Western Alliance experienced $6 billion in net deposit outflows in Q1, primarily in its tech and innovation and settlement services groups.
- The bank has seen deposits grow by $1.2 billion this month, and total insured deposits now stand at 68% of total deposits, significantly higher than year-end's 50%.
- The bank's stock is down more than 50% this year and 66% off from its record high.