U.S. Bancorp Option Alert: Feb 21 $52.5 Puts at the Bid: 1090 vs 30 OI

U.S. Bancorp Option Alert: Feb 21 $52.5 Puts at the Bid: 1090 @ $5.21 vs 30 OI; Ref=$47.3399

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With assets of around $680 billion, U.S. Bancorp is one of the largest regional banks in the US with its footprint in 26 states. The bank's branch network is mostly in midwestern and western markets. U.S. Bancorp has a comprehensive product set, with offerings in retail and commercial banking, credit cards, mortgages, payment services, trust, and wealth services.

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Morgan Stanley analyst Betsy Graseck maintains U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $55 to $51.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on U.S. Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $51

Truist Securities analyst John McDonald maintains U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $54 to $51.

Truist Securities Maintains Hold on U.S. Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $51

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Wolfe Research analyst Bill Carcache upgrades U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) from Peer Perform to Outperform and announces $49 price target.

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Wolfe Research Upgrades U.S. Bancorp to Outperform, Announces $49 Price Target

In the latest quarter, 9 analysts provided ratings for U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $53.94, a high estimate of $63.00, and a low estimate of $43.50. A 5.78% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $57.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743681624_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The perception of U.S. Bancorp by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Vivek Juneja</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$43.50</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Horowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Ramsden</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ebrahim Poonawala</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betsy Graseck</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Kotowski</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McDonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to U.S. Bancorp. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of U.S. Bancorp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of U.S. Bancorp's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of U.S. Bancorp's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/USB/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on U.S. Bancorp analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About U.S. Bancorp</h2>
With assets of around $680 billion, U.S. Bancorp is one of the largest regional banks in the US with its footprint in 26 states. The bank's branch network is mostly in the midwestern and western markets. U.S. Bancorp has a comprehensive product set, with offerings in retail and commercial banking, credit cards, mortgages, payment services, trust, and wealth services.
<h3>Key Indicators: U.S. Bancorp's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: U.S. Bancorp's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 3.68%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: U.S. Bancorp's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 22.65% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): U.S. Bancorp's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.05%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): U.S. Bancorp's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.23%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: U.S. Bancorp's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.27.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Breaking Down U.S. Bancorp: 9 Analysts Share Their Views

U.S. Bancorp's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) short percent of float has fallen 11.8% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 22.09 million shares sold short, which is 1.42% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.81 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>U.S. Bancorp Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743426029_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for U.S. Bancorp has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing U.S. Bancorp's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, U.S. Bancorp's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 1.22%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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Wells Fargo analyst Mike Mayo maintains U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $62 to $56.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on U.S. Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $56

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
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<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>HOOD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$64.0K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
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<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$58.0K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
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<td>NU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$25.6K</td>
<td>224</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
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<td>C</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$538.0K</td>
<td>6.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
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<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
<td>$42.3K</td>
<td>72</td>
<td>204</td>
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<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$36.7K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>198</td>
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<td>ICE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$27.8K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>159</td>
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<td>USB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$52.50</td>
<td>$31.3K</td>
<td>699</td>
<td>122</td>
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<td>EEFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$35.0K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>100</td>
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<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$190.9K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td>87</td>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding HOOD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), we observe a put option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on March 28, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $43.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $64.0K, with a price of $64.0 per contract. There were 5037 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4469 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SOFI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 9 day(s) on April 4, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $12.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $58.0K, with a price of $116.0 per contract. There were 4721 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4067 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NU (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NU#NYSE">NU</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on April 4, 2025. Parties traded 3611 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 32 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.6K, with a price of $7.0 per contract. There were 224 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3862 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 296 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 1474 contract(s) at a $85.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 60 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $538.0K, with a price of $365.0 per contract. There were 6601 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1528 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 660 day(s) on January 15, 2027. This event was a transfer of 4 contract(s) at a $550.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $42.3K, with a price of $10580.0 per contract. There were 72 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 204 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 86 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 144 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 23 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.7K, with a price of $255.0 per contract. There were 5001 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 198 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ICE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICE#NYSE">ICE</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 51 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 159 contract(s) at a $185.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.8K, with a price of $175.0 per contract. There were 25 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 159 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding USB (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 177 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 33 contract(s) at a $52.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.3K, with a price of $948.0 per contract. There were 699 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 122 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding EEFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEFT#NASDAQ">EEFT</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 51 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.0K, with a price of $350.0 per contract. There were 3 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 86 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 10 contract(s) at a $2.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $190.9K, with a price of $19090.0 per contract. There were 3779 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 87 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
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Citigroup analyst Keith Horowitz maintains U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $65 to $55.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on U.S. Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $55

Goldman Sachs analyst Richard Ramsden maintains U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $51 to $45.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on U.S. Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $45

8 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $58.12, a high estimate of $63.00, and a low estimate of $49.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 1.21% lower than the prior average price target of $58.83. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742212861_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of U.S. Bancorp among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Ebrahim Poonawala</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
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<td>Betsy Graseck</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
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<td>Chris Kotowski</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
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<td>John McDonald</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
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<td>Chris Kotowski</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
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<td>Peter Winter</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
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<td>Michael Rose</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to U.S. Bancorp. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of U.S. Bancorp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of U.S. Bancorp's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into U.S. Bancorp's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind U.S. Bancorp</h2>
With assets of around $680 billion, U.S. Bancorp is one of the largest regional banks in the US with its footprint in 26 states. The bank's branch network is mostly in the midwestern and western markets. U.S. Bancorp has a comprehensive product set, with offerings in retail and commercial banking, credit cards, mortgages, payment services, trust, and wealth services.
<h3>U.S. Bancorp: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, U.S. Bancorp showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 3.68% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 22.65%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.05%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): U.S. Bancorp's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.23% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.27, U.S. Bancorp adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On U.S. Bancorp Through 8 Analysts

B of A Securities analyst Ebrahim Poonawala maintains U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $50 to $49.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on U.S. Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $49

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U.S. Bancorp's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) short percent of float has risen 7.3% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 22.95 million shares sold short, which is 1.47% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.75 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>U.S. Bancorp Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741015820_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for U.S. Bancorp has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing U.S. Bancorp's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, U.S. Bancorp's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 1.14%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Is U.S. Bancorp Gaining or Losing Market Support?

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U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) shares are trading lower Tuesday potentially following the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43111321/us-bancorp-may-see-3-net-interest-income-growth-in-2025-but-regulatory-capital-concerns-may-limit-share-buyback-pace-analyst">announcement of a leadership transition. </a>
What To Know: Current President Gunjan Kedia will assume the role of CEO after the company's annual shareholder meeting on April 15, succeeding Chairman and CEO Andy Cecere, who will remain as executive chairman. Kedia was also elected to the company's board of directors.
Investors may be weighing Kedia's experience, including her leadership roles at State Street, BNY Mellon and McKinsey, as well as her tenure at U.S. Bancorp since 2016, against potential challenges in guiding the bank through evolving market conditions.
The transition comes as U.S. Bancorp expands its global banking capabilities. The bank recently appointed Tarek El-Yafi to lead its new Global Transaction Services group, a division focused on international banking and payment needs. The initiative aims to strengthen cross-border payment solutions, currency conversion and other financial services for U.S. businesses operating globally.
Cecere, who has led U.S. Bancorp for nearly eight years, highlighted Kedia's qualifications, emphasizing her strategic execution skills and vision for the company. Despite her extensive background and recognition in the industry, the leadership shift adds a layer of uncertainty for shareholders, reflected in today's decline.
The transition marks a change for U.S. Bancorp as it positions itself for growth under Kedia's leadership, while Cecere's ongoing role as executive chairman aims to ensure continuity during this period of change.
Price Action: U.S. Bancorp shares were down 2.22% at $48.44 at publication Tuesday, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga pro.</a>
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U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) announced today that President Gunjan Kedia will become the company's chief executive officer at the conclusion of the organization's annual meeting of shareholders on April 15. Kedia also was elected to the company's Board of Directors. Current Chairman and CEO Andy Cecere will serve as executive chairman, continuing to lead the Board of Directors and supporting Kedia as she assumes her new role.

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Goldman Sachs analyst Richard Ramsden reiterated the Neutral rating on U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/USB/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">lowering the price forecast to $49.</a>
Last week, the company reported&nbsp;fourth quarter&nbsp;adjusted earnings per share of $1.07, beating the street view of $1.05.
Quarterly sales of $6.98 billion marginally missed the analyst <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43028258/us-bancorp-beats-q4-eps-estimates-return-on-tangible-equity-hits-183-as-ceo-emphasizes-resilience-amid-challenges" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of $6.996 billion</a>.
The analyst projects the company&#8217;s net interest income to grow 3% year-over-year in 2025, which is lower than peers due to limited upside from fixed asset repricing.
However, Ramsden sees an accelerated loan growth in the second half of 2025, potentially boosting&nbsp;&nbsp;net interest income.
U.S. Bancorp&#8217;s CET1 ratio stands at 10.6%, with an estimated adjusted ratio of 8.6%, above the regulatory minimum of 7.6%, but still below the 10% target for Category II banks, the analyst writes.
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The company is expected to maintain a cautious approach to share buybacks, balancing capital distribution with the need for further capital build-up as it moves toward becoming a Category II bank by 2027.
The analyst&#8217;s 2025 and 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimates remain largely unchanged, with a new 2027 EPS estimate of $5.35 and an unchanged P/E target of 11.5x for 2025.
However, Ramsden forecasts a few downside risks for the stock, which include slower revenue growth than forecast, lower cost savings from the integration of Union Bank, a greater increase in credit losses, and the risk of higher regulatory, IT, and compliance costs.
Price Action: USB shares are trading higher by 1.63% to $49.15 at last check Tuesday.
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