3 Foreign Bank Stocks to Invest in From the Booming Industry

The Zacks Foreign Bank stocks like HSBC, ITUB and BCS are expected to gain from restructuring efforts and lower interest rates.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 23, 2026

Barclays: UBS sees improving returns and 23% upside to 580p target

UBS reiterated its 'buy' rating on Barclays PLC (LSE:BARC) and raised its 12-month price target to 580p from 570p following fourth quarter results. The shares were trading at 477p (down 1.4%),  implying 23% capital upside to the Swiss bank's revised target.

Proactive Investors • Feb 19, 2026

Barclays shares unfairly 'priced for failure' say analysts

Barclays PLC shares rose 2.75% to 487p on Wednesday, benefiting from the support of analysts at two rival banks, with both feeling the lender is in better shape than its valuation suggests, with improving returns and scope for higher payouts. Deutsche Bank's Robert Noble sees the blue eagle bank progressively improving to 2028 "and we doubt the story stops there", forecasting rising return on tangible equity each year and calling it his preferred large-cap UK bank.

Proactive Investors • Feb 18, 2026

Are Finance Stocks Lagging Barclays (BCS) This Year?

Here is how Barclays (BCS) and Bank First Corporation (BFC) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 18, 2026

Should Value Investors Buy Barclays (BCS) Stock?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 16, 2026

Why Barclays (BCS) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 16, 2026

BCS vs. ITUB: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors interested in stocks from the Banks - Foreign sector have probably already heard of Barclays (BCS) and Banco Itau (ITUB). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 16, 2026

Allspring International Equity Fund Q4 2025 Performers And Detractors

The Allspring International Equity Fund outperformed its benchmark MSCI EAFE Index (net) return (+4.8%) in the fourth quarter of 2025 wrapping up a strong year for EAFE. The U.S. dollar was stable in the fourth quarter versus a basket of major world currencies after experiencing a significant decline during the first half of 2025 as trade policies spiked global economic uncertainty. The team's bottom-up, company-focused investment process typically results in stock selection being the primary driver of relative performance for the fund.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 16, 2026

Broker lifts Barclays target price as bank pledges bumper shareholder returns

Shore Capital raised its target price on Barclays PLC (LSE:BARC) to 535p from 450p following full-year results that beat expectations and extended guidance promising return on tangible equity above 14% by 2028. The broker's revised forecast reflects increased confidence in the bank's ability to deliver sustainable double-digit returns.

Proactive Investors • Feb 13, 2026

Barclays PLC (BCS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Barclays PLC (BCS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Feb 13, 2026