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George W. Cummings III, a Director at Business First Bancshares (NASDAQ:BFST), sold 10,000 shares of common stock for $319,000 on August 3, 2026. This sale represents a small fraction of his total holdings, with Cummings III still directly owning 211,180 shares. The transaction is …
Business First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:BFST) is set to trade ex-dividend shortly, with a payment of US$0.15 per share on August 31st. The company boasts a low payout ratio of 21% and has shown consistent earnings per share growth of 10% annually over the last …
This article analyzes momentum shifts for Business First Bancshares Inc. (NASDAQ: BFST), indicating a near-term neutral sentiment amidst mid and long-term strength. It highlights a significant short setup with a 20.1:1 risk-reward ratio and provides three institutional trading strategies tailored for different risk profiles: …
This article provides an earnings forecast for Business First Bancshares Inc (BFST), detailing its current earnings forecast score, average price target, and analyst ratings. It highlights that analysts generally support a "Buy" trend for the stock, with expected revenue and EPS figures for upcoming …
This article provides current stock information for Business First Bancshares Inc (BFST), including its market cap, P/E ratio, and recent stock performance. It notes that more news is expected soon regarding the company's earnings, analyst ratings, and key developments. The page serves as a …
Donald Chad Carter, EVP of Correspondent Banking at Business First Bancshares (BFST), sold 1,875 shares of common stock on August 6, 2026, at $31.64 per share. Following this transaction, he directly holds 12,642 common shares, which includes 401(k) stock-fund units, and retains 9,319 time-based …
Director William G. Hall reported indirect sales of 11,389 shares of Business First Bancshares (BFST) common stock on August 5, 2026, at a weighted average price of $31.97 per share. These sales were made by entities Align Capital, LLC and Align Opportunities, LP, with …
Donald Chad Carter, EVP of Correspondent Banking at Business First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:BFST), sold 1,875 shares of the company’s common stock for $59,325. This sale occurred while the stock was near its 52-week high, following a 41% return over the past year. Despite the …
Business First Bancshares EVP & General Counsel, Saundra Strong, sold 1,000 common shares of the company's stock on August 5, 2026, at a price of $31.98 per share. Following this transaction, Strong directly holds 4,878 common shares and also holds 9,377 time-based restricted stock …
Saundra Strong, EVP and General Counsel at Business First Bancshares (NASDAQ:BFST), sold 1,000 shares of company stock for $31,980. This transaction occurred as the stock neared its 52-week high, following a significant 42% return over the past year. Strong still holds 4,878 shares and …
Business First Bancshares Inc. (BFST) has filed a Form 144 indicating a proposed sale of 1,875 shares of common stock on NASDAQ, valued at $59,981.25. The sale is scheduled for August 6, 2026, and the shares originate from equity awards issued as performance grants …
This article reports on a Form 144 SEC filing by Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) on August 5, 2026. The filing indicates a proposed sale of 11,389 shares of common stock with an aggregate market value of $365,245.23, acquired via a private placement on …
Business First Bancshares (BFST) reported steady Q2 2026 earnings with increased revenue and net income, yet its stock faces credit risk due to US$84.1m of non-performing loans and a relatively low allowance for bad loans. While bulls highlight improving margins and fee income, bears …
This article lists various Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) that hold stocks of Business First Bancshares, Inc. The table provides details such as market value, weight, issuer, management style, expense ratio, assets under management (AUM), and historical performance for each ETF. These funds offer investors …
Keith Mansfield, EVP & COO of b1Bank at Business First Bancshares (BFST), sold 4,200 shares of common stock on July 30, 2026, at a weighted average price of $32.08 per share. Following this transaction, Mansfield directly holds 77,139 shares, including those in a retirement …
This article displays financial information for Business First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: BFST), specifically focusing on its enterprise value to revenue forward. The content appears to be a financial data snippet from TradingView, indicating market closed status and providing navigation to various financial tools and …
George W. Cummings III, a director at Business First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:BFST), sold $635,800 worth of company stock across two days in late July 2026. These sales occurred while the stock was near its 52-week high, after a 37% return over the past year. …
Keith Mansfield, EVP and COO of b1Bank, a subsidiary of Business First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:BFST), sold 4,200 shares of company stock for $134,736 on July 30, 2026. This transaction occurred as BFST trades near its 52-week high, following a significant 37% return over the …
Business First Bancshares (BFST) reported strong second-quarter 2026 results with significant increases in revenue and net income, both up 9.4% year-over-year. This growth was driven by loan and deposit expansion following the Progressive acquisition, continued strength in transactional fee income, and strategic acquisitions that …
Business First Bancshares (BFST) reported stronger Q2 2026 results with increased net interest income and net income, reinforcing its investment narrative. The company also declared regular dividends and completed a share repurchase program. While these results support the bank's earnings, the investment case remains …
The article provides an overview of Business First Bancshares Inc (BFST) valuation, noting its current valuation score of 7.38, which ranks 262 out of 395 in the Banking Services industry. The company's P/E ratio stands at 11.28, which is below its recent high but …
Business First Bancshares (NASDAQ:BFST) Director Joseph Vernon Johnson recently sold 10,000 shares of the company's stock for $317,500, followed by an additional sale of 2,000 shares for $62,300. This reduced his ownership by 5.43% to 174,073 shares. The company recently reported quarterly EPS of …
Director George Cummings III of Business First Bancshares (NASDAQ:BFST) sold 20,000 shares of the company's common stock in late July for approximately $637,400. These transactions occurred on July 28 and July 29, 2026, with shares sold at prices ranging from $31.86 to $31.88, coinciding …
Business First Bancshares director George W. Cummings III sold 20,000 shares of common stock in two transactions on July 28-29, 2026, for approximately $637,400. The sales were made at prices of $31.86 and $31.88 per share, as reported in a Form 4 SEC filing. …
Business First Bancshares Inc (BFST) has an institutional shareholding score of 5.00, ranking 163 out of 394 in the Banking Services industry. The institutional shareholding proportion is 50.24%, which is a 7.76% quarter-over-quarter decrease. Chuck Royce is the largest institutional shareholder, holding 799.15K shares, …
Rick Day, a director at Business First Bancshares (NASDAQ:BFST), purchased 1,500 shares for $47,415, increasing his total holdings to 269,901 shares. The company recently reported quarterly earnings that edged out analyst estimates and declared a $0.15 per share dividend. Analysts generally maintain a "Buy" …
Business First Bancshares (BFST) director Rick D. Day purchased 1,500 shares of common stock at $31.61 per share on July 28, 2026, increasing his direct holdings to 269,901 shares. He also holds 998 time-based restricted stock units set to vest on June 25, 2027. …
Business First Bancshares Inc. (NASDAQ: BFST) stock has reached an all-time high of $32.09, showing a 33.74% 1-year change and a 24% year-to-date return. The company recently surpassed Q2 earnings expectations with adjusted EPS of $0.71 and revenue of $91.7 million, leading Stephens to …
A BFST shareholder, George W. Cummings, has filed a Form 144 to sell 20,000 common shares through Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, with an aggregate market value of $641,600 and a proposed sale date of July 28, 2026. These shares were acquired in a …
This article provides an in-depth financial overview of Business First Bancshares Inc (BFST), including its current market trends, stock quotes, and analyst ratings. It highlights the company's strong fundamentals, high growth in revenue and net income, and its position as a high and stable …
This article details the shareholder structure of Business First Bancshares Inc (BFST), outlining major institutional holders and their proportion of shares. It provides a breakdown of shareholder types, institutional shareholding trends over recent quarters, and individual shareholder activity. Additionally, it lists several ETFs that …
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