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Amerant Bancorp Inc.(AMTB)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
WEAK BUY
BUY for 89 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+25.04% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$29.06
10/20/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AMTB

10/20/2026: AMTB (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Amerant Bancorp Inc. is a regional bank holding company focused on providing commercial, retail, and wealth management services across Florida and Texas. The company's primary strength lies in its personalized, relationship-based business model and its presence in high-growth U.S. markets. Its main growth opportunity involves scaling its wealth management division and digital offerings to diversify revenue. However, the bank faces risks related to intense competition from larger financial institutions, interest rate volatility, and geographic concentration. For investors, AMTB may suit those seeking exposure to regional banking growth with a focus on value and income, though monitoring operational efficiency and interest margin trends remains essential.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is moderate and tied to regional economic trends rather than rapid scaling.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis style is conditional on a sustained upturn in the regional banking sector and positive chart momentum.
Value investorStrong fitValuation levels often reflect traditional banking book value metrics, making it attractive for value-oriented portfolios.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend payouts make it a viable option for income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorMixed fitRegional banking stocks carry inherent interest rate and credit cycle risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highBank stocks are sensitive to macroeconomic shifts and rate changes.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward regional banks can cause valuation swings.
Competition risk (Banking)HighIntense competition from large national banks limits pricing power.
Business qualityMediumThe firm has a solid, established footprint but lacks the massive scale of larger peers.
Dividend incomeMediumPayout sustainability is tied to earnings and regulatory capital requirements.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful expansion in Texas and Florida requires disciplined lending practices.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -7.14%
Avg. Invested days 40
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AMTB receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AMTB has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+432.8%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 15.0%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 8.0%), modest insider ownership of 3.42%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AMTB's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (15.0% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is AMTB's strongest growth driver at +432.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+14.0%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+31.0%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 71.8% and approximately 90.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 3.42% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Wellington Management Company LLP 13.76%
BlackRock Inc 7.22%
Patriot Financial Partners GP II, LP 5.12%
North Reef Capital Management LP 4.73%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.20%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AMTB generates approximately $574 of gross profit, $101 of operating income, and $150 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is weak.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 20.75%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AMTB has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.12B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.5
1Y Target Price 31.88
Price to earnings Ratio 20.5
1Y Target Price 31.88
Volume (30-day avg) 360.5K shares
Beta 0.81
52 Weeks Range 15.37 - 30.51
Updated Date 10/19/2026
52 Weeks Range 15.37 - 30.51
Updated Date 10/19/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.24%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.39

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on loans and securities minus interest paid on deposits.The bank profits primarily from the difference between what it earns on loans and pays on deposits.
Non-Interest IncomeService fees, wealth management fees, and transaction charges.Additional revenue comes from fees charged for trust services and banking transactions.
Geography: Florida/TexasBanking and lending activities concentrated in these two states.The bank's success is heavily tied to the economic health and growth of its specific geographic markets.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-22
When After Market
Estimate 0.57
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 14.41%
Operating Margin (TTM) 31.68%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.55%
Return on Equity (TTM) 6.13%

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.5
Forward PE 11.45
Enterprise Value 1.73B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.85
Enterprise Value 1.73B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.85
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.15
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 39.19M
Shares Floating 35.25M
Shares Outstanding 39.19M
Shares Floating 35.25M
Percent Insiders 3.42
Percent Institutions 71.84

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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