
FBIZ Stock Forecast & Price Target
FBIZ Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
First Business Financial Services Inc demonstrated a robust operational performance, with end-of-period (EOP) loans and average balances increasing by 10% and 7% respectively on a last quarter annualized (LQA) basis, indicating strong demand for its commercial banking products. Additionally, the company's net interest income (NII) of $34.9 million represented a 3% increase quarter-over-quarter (LQ), surpassing expectations, while the annualized average earning assets (AEAs) grew by 12% LQA, contributing to an improved net interest margin (NIM) of 3.68%. The steady growth in assets under management (AUM) alongside a favorable funding mix underscores First Business's potential for continued expansion and relationship-building within its target market.
Bears say
The financial performance of First Business Financial Services Inc is marked by a decline in net interest margin (NIM), which fell 15 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 3.53%, reflecting higher deposit costs and lower core loan yields that are below initial expectations. Additionally, while non-performing loans (NPLs) did decrease, the company experienced a modest decline in spread income, which fell 0.4% quarter-over-quarter to $34.8 million, further suggesting challenges in generating revenue from core lending activities. The potential for economic weakness in the company's operational regions poses risks to its financial stability and ability to achieve strategic objectives, contributing to a negative outlook on its stock.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of First Business Financial Services and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
FBIZ Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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