Is Business First Bancshares, Inc. overvalued or undervalued?

Jun 25 2025 08:55 AM IST
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As of October 15, 2023, Business First Bancshares, Inc. is considered undervalued with a P/E ratio of 12.5, a return on equity of 10.2%, and a favorable comparison to peers, indicating an attractive investment opportunity.
As of 15 October 2023, Business First Bancshares, Inc. has moved from fair to attractive based on recent analysis. The company is currently undervalued. Key ratios include a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.5, a return on equity of 10.2%, and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.45. When compared to peers such as First Horizon Corporation with a P/E of 14.0 and Hancock Whitney Corporation at 11.8, Business First Bancshares, Inc. appears to offer a more favorable valuation.

Additionally, the stock has shown resilience, outperforming the Sensex in recent months, which reinforces the positive outlook on its valuation. Overall, the combination of strong financial ratios and favorable peer comparisons supports the conclusion that the company is undervalued in the current market.
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