
Civista Bancshares (CIVB) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Civista Bancshares (CIVB) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Civista Bancshares Inc demonstrated a strong financial position in 4Q23, highlighted by an increase in the TCE capital ratio to 6.36% and impressive annualized loan growth of 14.8%. The bank's favorable balance sheet is well-suited for navigating higher interest rates, with a robust core deposit base contributing to an above-peer margin of 1.79%. Additionally, the company is focusing on improving operating leverage and enhancing fees, which supports a positive outlook for profitability as margins are expected to stabilize and improve in the coming years.
Bears say
Civista Bancshares Inc. experienced a quarter-over-quarter decline in net interest income (NII) of 5.5% in Q1, followed by a further decrease of 2.1% in Q2, attributed to notable compression in net interest margin (NIM), which fell to 3.22% and 3.09%, respectively. The company's outlook for loan growth is weakening, compounded by continued pressures on net interest income affecting earnings per share (EPS) estimates, particularly in the wake of the March banking crisis. Additionally, management's indications of ongoing deposit outflows have contributed to subdued valuation and reduced investor sentiment surrounding the company's financial prospects.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Civista Bancshares and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Civista Bancshares (CIVB) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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