Here's What the Street Thinks About Regions Financial Corporation (RF)

​Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF) is among the Best Affordable Stocks Under $40 to Buy. On February 9, Vivek Juneja from J.P. Morgan raised the firm’s price target from $29 to $31.5, while maintaining a Hold rating on the stock. Earlier, on February 4, UBS also raised the price target from $29 to $30, while maintaining a Hold rating on the stock.

​Analysts at J.P. Morgan noted that investors anticipate only two rate cuts in 2026, and the long-term interest rates are expected to stay elevated along with inflation. The firm highlighted that the regulatory environment remains favorable for banks to perform without hurdles. J.P. Morgan expects the sector to hold steady, supported by sector rotation, economic trends, and strong fundamentals.

​That said, Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF) reported fiscal Q4 2025 results on January 16. Although the company missed estimates during the quarter, the stock has gained more than 7% since the release. During the quarter, the company grew its revenue by 5.8% year-over-year to $1.93 billion, but fell short of expectations by $5.34 million. The EPS of $0.57 also missed expectations by $0.04.

​Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF) provides full-service banking, wealth management, and mortgage products through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operating about 1,250 branches and 2,000 ATMs across the South, Midwest, and Texas.

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