
Amerant Bancorp (AMTB) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Amerant Bancorp (AMTB) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Amerant Bancorp's financial performance reflects a solid upward trajectory, highlighted by strong deposit growth of $151.6 million to reach $8.3 billion, indicating a projected annual growth rate of 14-16%. Additionally, the improvement in non-performing assets (NPAs) by 30% quarter-over-quarter demonstrates effective credit management, despite elevated net charge-offs (NCOs) and increased classified and criticized loans. Furthermore, the bank's higher net interest margin (NIM) and positive pre-provision net revenue (PPNR) performance signal robust underlying financial fundamentals that support a favorable outlook for the stock.
Bears say
Amerant Bancorp's outlook is negatively impacted by forecasts of robust growth falling short of expectations, which could adversely affect earnings per share (EPS). Additionally, mixed credit trends and a potential delay in profitability ramp-up suggest that the company may continue to trade below peer multiples, raising concerns among investors. Moreover, anticipated interest rate cuts in the coming quarters, projected to adversely affect net interest margin (NIM), combined with flat loan growth, further complicate the bank's growth prospects.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Amerant Bancorp and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Amerant Bancorp (AMTB) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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