
DCOM Stock Forecast & Price Target
DCOM Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Dime Community Bancshares is poised for a strong outlook due to its strong core deposit growth, addition of new deposit teams, and ongoing transformation to lower cost deposits. They have a positive EPS growth forecast for 2026 and 2027, driven by multiple catalysts including NIM expansion, shift to higher yielding and more profitable loan mix, and strong deposit franchise. These factors should lead to peer-leading EPS growth of 27% in 2026 and 31% in 2027. Additionally, Dime has a strong credit profile, with a decrease in nonperforming assets and an increase in reserves, as well as a solid efficiency ratio and a commitment to organic growth over potential M&A.
Bears say
Dime Community Bancshares is projected to experience modest net interest margin expansion in the first half of 2026 with a more significant increase in the second half due to back book repricing of loans. However, there is potential risk for slower growth in earning assets and deterioration in credit quality, which may negatively impact earnings per share and the bank's stock valuation. Additionally, any challenges in executing mergers or maintaining profitability in a competitive market could also weigh on the outlook for the company.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Dime Community Bank and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
DCOM Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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