
FSBC Stock Forecast & Price Target
FSBC Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Five Star Bancorp has experienced significant growth in deposits, with a remarkable 18.6% increase quarter-over-quarter, primarily fueled by a rise in certificates of deposit. While there was organic loan growth of 6.3%, mainly within the commercial loan sector, the overall performance remains strong, as evidenced by a 10% increase in net interest income and stable net interest margin. Additionally, the company's ability to maintain a low level of non-performing assets at $1.8 million reinforces its solid credit quality and operational efficacy, contributing to a positive financial outlook.
Bears say
The negative outlook on Five Star Bancorp's stock is primarily driven by a decrease in net interest margin (NIM), which fell by one basis point to 3.36%, missing both internal and market forecasts, and is expected to face ongoing pressure from a prolonged low interest rate environment. Additionally, the bank's tangible common equity (TCE) ratio decreased to 9.8% due to asset growth, indicating a decline in financial stability. Furthermore, Five Star's heavy concentration in commercial real estate loans, coupled with potential risks from a sluggish economic recovery and below-average liquidity, raises concerns about asset quality and the potential for increased defaults.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Five Star Bancorp and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
FSBC Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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