
Bridgewater Bancshares (BWB) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Bridgewater Bancshares (BWB) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Bridgewater Bancshares Inc demonstrated robust financial growth, highlighted by an 11.5% annualized increase in core deposits and a 17.6% rise in non-interest-bearing (NIB) balances during the quarter. The company's net interest income (NII) reached $32.8 million, marking an 8% quarter-over-quarter increase, while its net interest margin (NIM) expanded by 11 basis points to 2.62%, both surpassing expectations. Additionally, the growth in affordable housing loans by 17% year-over-year underscores the company's strategic focus on expanding its lending portfolio aimed at commercial clients, which positions it favorably for future profitability.
Bears say
Bridgewater Bancshares Inc. faces a challenging environment due to a significant concentration of its loan portfolio in commercial real estate, which constitutes over one-third of its total loans, increasing the risk of outsized losses amid industry-specific downturns. The bank's net interest margin has been underperforming relative to its peers since the Federal Reserve began raising interest rates, reflecting potential vulnerabilities in its profitability model. Furthermore, declining noninterest income, which fell to $2.1 million, combined with a tangible common equity ratio of 6.8% significantly lower than the peer median of 9.1%, indicates financial strain and regulatory risks that could impact the company's revenue generation and overall financial health.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Bridgewater Bancshares and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Bridgewater Bancshares (BWB) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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