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Columbia Banking System, Inc. (COLB)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US1972361026
CUSIP
197236102
IPO Date
Jun 16, 1992

Highlights

Market Cap
$8.14B
Enterprise Value
$7.63B
EPS (TTM)
$2.21
PE Ratio
12.40
PEG Ratio
1.68
Total Revenue (TTM)
$3.12B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$1.46B
EBITDA (TTM)
$548.31M
Year Range
$19.61 - $32.70
Target Price
$30.67
ROA (TTM)
0.82%
ROE (TTM)
7.02%

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Columbia Banking System, Inc., comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Columbia Banking System, Inc. (COLB) has returned -0.66% so far this year and 16.07% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, COLB has returned 3.25% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


Columbia Banking System, Inc.

1D
2.39%
1M
-3.59%
YTD
-0.66%
6M
9.30%
1Y
16.07%
3Y*
15.49%
5Y*
-3.90%
10Y*
3.25%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 16, 1992, COLB's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.10%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 5.3 years.

Historically, 52% of months were positive and 48% were negative. The best month was Apr 2009 with a return of +54.7%, while the worst month was Nov 2008 at -36.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 6 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.

On a daily basis, COLB closed higher 47% of trading days. The best single day was Sep 1, 1998 with a return of +25.6%, while the worst single day was Jul 11, 2008 at -40.4%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20265.33%-2.18%-3.59%-0.66%
20253.30%-2.88%-6.70%-10.10%5.88%-0.00%1.80%13.99%-3.85%4.12%4.80%0.83%9.36%
2024-24.44%-8.41%6.91%-2.79%4.41%3.16%31.52%-2.26%3.69%9.19%10.02%-12.90%8.05%
20232.59%-2.93%-27.95%-0.28%-4.60%1.25%10.21%-6.65%-0.88%-3.10%15.91%18.95%-5.86%
20226.27%6.27%-11.90%-12.98%8.49%-4.98%5.31%0.26%-3.54%17.01%1.76%-11.54%-4.26%
20217.30%15.73%-2.71%1.02%-0.21%-10.66%-9.39%4.87%4.48%-9.47%-3.72%-0.43%-6.24%

Benchmark Metrics

Columbia Banking System, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 5.99%, beta of 1.09, and R² of 0.21 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 17, 1992.

  • This stock participated in 105.05% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 99.95% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • R² of 0.21 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
5.99%
Beta
1.09
0.21
Upside Capture
99.95%
Downside Capture
105.05%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

COLB ranks 57 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


COLB Risk / Return Rank: 5757
Overall Rank
COLB Sharpe Ratio Rank: 5757
Sharpe Ratio Rank
COLB Sortino Ratio Rank: 5151
Sortino Ratio Rank
COLB Omega Ratio Rank: 5252
Omega Ratio Rank
COLB Calmar Ratio Rank: 6262
Calmar Ratio Rank
COLB Martin Ratio Rank: 6363
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Columbia Banking System, Inc. (COLB) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


COLBBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.45

0.90

-0.44

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

0.84

1.39

-0.54

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.12

1.21

-0.09

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

0.93

1.40

-0.47

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

2.38

6.61

-4.23

Explore COLB risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

Columbia Banking System, Inc. provided a 5.32% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $1.46 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 8 consecutive years.


2.00%2.50%3.00%3.50%4.00%4.50%5.00%5.50%$0.00$0.50$1.00$1.5020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$1.46$1.45$1.44$1.38$1.20$1.14$1.12$1.12$1.00$0.88$1.53$1.16

Dividend yield

5.32%5.19%5.33%5.17%3.98%3.48%3.12%2.75%2.76%2.03%3.42%3.57%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Columbia Banking System, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.37$0.00$0.37
2025$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.37$0.00$1.45
2024$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$1.44
2023$0.00$0.30$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$0.00$0.36$0.00$1.38
2022$0.00$0.30$0.00$0.00$0.30$0.00$0.00$0.30$0.00$0.30$0.00$0.00$1.20
2021$0.00$0.28$0.00$0.00$0.28$0.00$0.00$0.28$0.00$0.30$0.00$0.00$1.14

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

Columbia Banking System, Inc. has a dividend yield of 5.32%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.

Payout Ratio

Columbia Banking System, Inc. has a payout ratio of 54.74%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that Columbia Banking System, Inc. strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Columbia Banking System, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Columbia Banking System, Inc. was 85.93%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 1561 trading sessions.

The current Columbia Banking System, Inc. drawdown is 29.87%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-85.93%Jul 3, 2006675Mar 9, 20091561May 20, 20152236
-61.44%Apr 24, 1998735Mar 22, 2001721Feb 6, 20041456
-60.8%Mar 15, 2021546May 12, 2023
-53.62%Dec 5, 2017613May 13, 2020186Feb 8, 2021799
-40.16%Apr 26, 1993422Dec 22, 1994342May 1, 1996764

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Columbia Banking System, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Columbia Banking System, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for COLB, comparing it with other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. Currently, COLB has a P/E ratio of 12.4. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for COLB compared to other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. COLB currently has a PEG ratio of 1.7. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for COLB relative to other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. Currently, COLB has a P/S ratio of 2.2. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for COLB in comparison with other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. Currently, COLB has a P/B value of 1.0. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.

Income Statement



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Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items