9-Day Rally Sends Huntington Bancshares Stock Up 12%
Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) stock hit day 9 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 12% return. The company has gained about $2.6 Bil in value over the last 9 days, with its current market capitalization at about $25 Bil. The stock remains 8.2% above its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 16.6% for the S&P 500.
Huntington Bancshares’ recent streak was buoyed by surging optimism for regional banks, as analysts highlighted anticipated favorable regulatory shifts and a steepening yield curve boosting net interest margins. Robust loan growth forecasts and attractive sector valuations further fueled investor confidence.
What is the point? Momentum often precedes conviction. A multi-day win streak can signal growing investor confidence or spark follow-on buying. Tracking such trends can help you ride the strength, or prepare for a well-timed entry if momentum fades. Our take: There is a near-equal mix of good and bad in HBAN stock given its overall Moderate operating performance and financial condition. Hence, despite its Low valuation, this makes the stock look Risky (see Buy or Sell HBAN).
For quick background, HBAN provides consumer, commercial, vehicle finance, and private client banking services through approximately 1,000 branches across 11 states.
Comparing HBAN Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for HBAN stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | HBAN | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| 9D (Current Streak) | 11.6% | 4.9% |
| 1M (21D) | 12.0% | 1.3% |
| 3M (63D) | -2.1% | 5.8% |
| YTD 2025 | 8.2% | 16.6% |
| 2024 | 33.7% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | -4.7% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -4.4% | -19.4% |
However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has HBAN behaved after prior drops? See HBAN Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 87 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 71 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 63 | 17 |
| 4D | 2 | 37 |
| 5D | 5 | 11 |
| 6D | 4 | 6 |
| 7D or more | 13 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 87 | 71 |
Key Financials for Huntington Bancshares (HBAN)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $7.3 Bil | $7.4 Bil |
| EBT | $2.4 Bil | $2.4 Bil |
| Net Income | $2.0 Bil | $1.9 Bil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ2 | 2025 FQ3 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $1.9 Bil | $2.1 Bil |
| EBT | $638.0 Mil | $766.0 Mil |
| Net Income | $536.0 Mil | $629.0 Mil |
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