NYSE:IWM News 26 December 2025

February 1, 2026, 1:54 AM EST. Valley National Bancorp (VLY) shares closed at $12.46, up 4.6% over the past week and 26.8% over the last year. Recent analysis highlights the bank's position in the U.S. regional banking sector and valuation compared to peers. Using the Excess Returns model, which estimates intrinsic value based on profits exceeding investor-required returns, the stock is valued at $25.43 per share, indicating a 51% undervaluation relative to current market price. Key inputs include a book value of $13.39 per share, stable earnings per share (EPS) of $1.47, and a cost of equity at $1.06 per share. Investors are advised to consider this undervaluation amidst ongoing reassessments of the bank's risks and rewards.