** Community lender Westamerica Bancorporation's WABC.O shares rise 2.3% to $50.86
** WABC announces stock repurchase plan of up to 2 million of its shares on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions prior to December 31, 2026
** Plan represents roughly 8% of its outstanding shares as of September 30
** Two brokerages covering the stock rate it "hold"; median PT $53 — data compiled by LSEG
** As of last close, WABC stock down 5.2% YTD
(Reporting by Arasu Kannagi Basil in Bengaluru)
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