WESTERN ALLIANCE BANCORPORATION current report, 21 January 2010

Western Alliance Bancorporation 8-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

Western Alliance Bancorporation filed this Form 8-K on January 21, 2010, to report its results of operations and financial condition for the fiscal quarter and year ended December 31, 2009. The filing serves as a conduit for a press release attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Key Financial Metrics

The provided text does not contain specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These figures are contained within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) referenced in Item 2.02 but are not present in the 8-K body text.

Material Changes

The filing text does not detail specific material changes versus prior periods. It only confirms that results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2009, have been issued.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

No guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, contingencies, or unusual items are described in the 8-K text itself. The document strictly references the attached press release for these details.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated January 21, 2010) for specific financial results.
  • Verify the exact figures for net income, earnings per share, and total assets for the period ended December 31, 2009.
  • Check for any forward-looking statements or risk factors disclosed in the attached press release.