WABC - NASDAQ
Westamerica Bancorporation
$54.98
-1.5%Westamerica Bancorporation operates as a bank holding company for the Westamerica Bank that provides various banking products and services to individual and commercial customers. The company accepts various deposit products, including retail savings and checking accounts, as well as certificates of deposit. Its loan portfolio includes commercial, commercial and residential real estate, real estate construction, and consumer installment loans, as well as indirect automobile loans. It operates through 78 branch offices in 21 counties in Northern and Central California. The company was formerly known as Independent Bankshares Corporation and changed its name to Westamerica Bancorporation in 1983. The company was incorporated in 1972 and is headquartered in San Rafael, California.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotWestamerica Bancorporation Management Team
Mr. David L. Payne
Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer
Compensation
$786,658
Ms. Diane Cunningham
Corporate Executive Secretary
Robert James Baker Jr.
Regional Vice President & Senior Regional Mkt Manager
Mr. Robert James Baker Jr.
Senior Vice President & Banking Division Manager
Compensation
$229,110
Mr. Russell W. Rizzardi
Senior Vice President & Chief Credit Administrator of Westamerica Bank
Compensation
$178,533
Ms. Anela M. Jonas
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Compensation
$266,555
Mr. Brian J. Donohoe
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Compensation
$255,801
Mr. George S. Ensinger
Senior Vice President & Human Resources Division Manager
Compensation
$167,594
Curtis Belton
Senior Vice President & Risk Officer
Mr. Kris Irvine
Vice President & Corporate Secretary
Westamerica Bancorporation Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have purchased $3K and sold $649K worth of WABC shares, resulting in $646K of net selling activity.
3 Months
61
3.28K
759
40.86K
-38K
-$38K
3-6 Months
0
0.00
4.5K
232.11K
-232K
-$232K
6-9 Months
0
0.00
0
0.00
+0
+$0
9-12 Months
0
0.00
7.6K
376.08K
-376K
-$376K
Top Buyers
Wondeh Inez
Director
$3K
Top Sellers
Thorson John A
Officer: Svp/Treasurer
$376K
Sousa John Joseph Iii
Officer: Svp/Treasurer
$232K
Baker Robert James Jr
Officer: Svp/Banking Division Manager
$41K
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Strong bearish signal with $646K net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.
Insider Participation
3 insider sellers vs. 1 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.
Insider Activity Insight
Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.
SEC Filings
WABC - Filing history and reports
| Filing Type | Filing Date | Period Ending | Fiscal Year | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2026 N/A | March 13, 2026 | March 13, 2026 | 2026 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2025 N/A | March 14, 2025 | April 24, 2025 | 2025 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2024 N/A | March 15, 2024 | April 25, 2024 | 2024 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A N/A | March 17, 2023 | March 17, 2023 | ||
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2022 N/A | March 18, 2022 | April 28, 2022 | 2022 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2021 N/A | March 12, 2021 | April 22, 2021 | 2021 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2020 N/A | March 09, 2020 | April 23, 2020 | 2020 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2019 N/A | March 11, 2019 | April 25, 2019 | 2019 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2018 N/A | March 12, 2018 | April 26, 2018 | 2018 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2017 N/A | March 13, 2017 | April 27, 2017 | 2017 |
Research Paths
Snapshot
Start with context, operating signals, and key market metrics.
Value Model
Stress test fair value across bear, base, and bull assumptions.
Statements
Validate revenue quality, margins, and balance sheet durability.
Earnings Call
Read management commentary and compare it with reported outcomes.
Dividends
Check payout sustainability and long-term distribution behavior.
Analyst Expectations
Review consensus spread and where estimate risk is concentrated.