Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reiterates outperform rating on The Bancorp stock

Published 02/06/2025, 13:06
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reiterates outperform rating on The Bancorp stock

On Monday, analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reiterated an Outperform rating for The Bancorp (NASDAQ:TBBK) stock, maintaining a price target of $70.00. This decision follows the collapse of a sale involving the Aubrey building, raising concerns about the property’s collateral value and the broader REBL portfolio. A revenue-less biotech company, which was the intended purchaser, withdrew from the deal, forfeiting $3 million in earnest money and incurring up to $2.4 million in rehabilitation costs.

The analysts noted that while they foresee significant long-term upside for The Bancorp due to its strong position in the Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) sector, they advised caution for near-term investors. Potential credit issues related to the REBL portfolio could exert pressure on the company’s shares in the short term.

The Bancorp’s recent earnings results have shown volatility, as evidenced in the first quarter of 2025. This is attributed to rate cuts impacting the net interest margin (NIM) and the company’s shift towards a more balance sheet-light model, influenced by the $10 billion Durbin threshold.

Despite these challenges, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods remains optimistic about The Bancorp’s long-term prospects. The analysts believe that the company’s strategic positioning in the BaaS space offers considerable growth potential over time.

Investors are advised to remain mindful of these dynamics as they navigate the evolving landscape surrounding The Bancorp’s operations and financial performance. For a comprehensive analysis of TBBK’s financial health, growth prospects, and valuation metrics, investors can access the detailed Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro, which provides expert insights and actionable intelligence for informed decision-making.

In other recent news, The Bancorp reported its Q1 2025 earnings, revealing earnings per share (EPS) of $1.19, slightly below the forecasted $1.21. However, the company exceeded revenue expectations with $175.38 million, surpassing the forecast of $144.55 million. This marks a significant revenue surprise, highlighting strong operational performance. Additionally, The Bancorp confirmed its 2025 EPS guidance of $5.25 and announced a $150 million stock buyback authorization for the year. Piper Sandler analysts reiterated their Overweight rating on The Bancorp, maintaining a price target of $68.00. This endorsement follows a series of investor meetings that bolstered Piper Sandler’s confidence in the bank’s near-term earnings potential. The Bancorp’s management emphasized the bank’s aggressive share buyback strategy and its solid prospects for growth. The company also faced potential challenges with the proposed sale of its significant OREO REBL property in Houston, as the prospective buyer had not made an additional deposit necessary for an extension. Despite this, Piper Sandler analysts expressed confidence in The Bancorp’s position, noting that the company would retain $3 million in deposits if the deal is terminated.

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