Business First Bancshares Inc Dossier
Outlook & Key Dates
Estimates, guidance, catalysts, and upcoming events
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Analyst Coverage
5analysts covering
FY EPS (est.)
$3.00next fiscal year
Reporting Calendar
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Q3 2026 Earnings Release | 22 Oct 2026 |
Monitoring Framework
Key Performance Indicators
Core Return on Average Assets (Core ROAA) Quarterly1.1Target: 1.25% by the end of 2026
Core Return on Average Common Equity (Core ROACE) Quarterly10.6
Nonperforming Loans to Total Loans Ratio Quarterly153.0%
Tangible Common Equity to Tangible Assets (TCE/TA) Quarterly8.7
Watch Items
- Integration of Progressive BankTrigger: Integration delays or cost synergies falling below expectationsAction: Re-evaluate expense run-rate and adjust core net interest margin projections.
- Asset Quality and Nonperforming Loans (NPLs)Trigger: NPL to total loans ratio exceeding 2.00%Action: Increase loan loss provision expense forecasts and adjust target valuation multiples downward.
- Organic Loan Growth vs. PaydownsTrigger: Net organic loan contraction continuing for consecutive quartersAction: Assess the productivity of new producer hires in the Houston and Texas markets.
Research as of 19 Jun 2026