
Velocity Financial (VEL) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Velocity Financial (VEL) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Velocity Financial Inc. reported a non-warrant diluted GAAP common stock book value of $16.19 per share as of March 31, reflecting a 3.1% increase from the previous quarter, with an adjusted book value of $18.50 per share. Additionally, the company demonstrated effective management of nonperforming loans, resolving $76.4 million during the first quarter with a net gain of $1.9 million, amounting to 102.4% of the underlying unpaid principal balance (UPB). Although there was a slight increase in nonperforming loans to 10.8% from 10.7% of the total portfolio, the slight increase in the CECL reserve to 22 basis points indicates prudent risk management.
Bears say
Velocity Financial's stock outlook is negatively impacted by a decline in net interest margin (NIM), which fell to 3.35% from 3.70% as of December 31, indicating a reduction in profitability from interest income. Additionally, the blended cost of funds has increased to 6.23%, while the effective portfolio yield has decreased to 9.11%, resulting in a narrower spread that may pressure overall financial performance. Furthermore, disruptions in the mortgage-backed securities (MBS) market could impede the company's ability to secure warehouse credit, potentially limiting its operational flexibility and growth prospects.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Velocity Financial and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Velocity Financial (VEL) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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