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BayCom Corp(BCML)

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1-STAR RATING
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$30.44
09/15/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BCML

09/15/2026: BCML (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

BayCom Corp is a regional bank holding company centered on United Business Bank, primarily serving small-to-medium-sized businesses. The firm has a leading position in relationship-based community banking, having historically grown through disciplined regional acquisitions. Its primary growth story revolves around continued market share expansion within its core California and Washington markets. However, the company faces risks from geographic concentration, interest rate sensitivity, and competition from larger national banks. It may suit value-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of smaller regional banks, though those seeking steady income should note its focus on capital reinvestment.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company relies on periodic acquisitions for growth rather than rapid, organic, high-growth scaling.
Momentum investorMixed fitStock performance is often tied to macroeconomic banking cycles and interest rate trends.
Value investorStrong fitAs a small-cap bank, it often trades at valuations that may appeal to long-term value-oriented investors.
Dividend investorMixed fitThe company has prioritized capital reinvestment over significant dividend payouts.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap regional banks are subject to significant volatility and concentration risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highSmall-cap banking stocks often experience higher price swings due to lower liquidity and interest rate sensitivity.
Valuation riskMediumValuations are largely tethered to book value and prevailing regional banking sector multiples.
Competition risk (Regional Banking)HighIntense competition from larger, better-capitalized banks limits pricing power.
Business qualityMediumThe franchise is solid but lacks the massive scale and diverse revenue streams of top-tier national banks.
Dividend incomeLowIncome generation is not the primary feature of this stock.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully integrating acquired banks is critical to maintaining margins and growth.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

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 -6.1%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

BCML receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

BCML has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+1.3%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 21.2%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+3.0%).

Financial Health Rating

BCML's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (21.2% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Free-cash-flow growth is BCML's strongest growth driver at +5.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). Revenue growth (+3.0%, moderate) and earnings growth (+1.3%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 65.7% and approximately 92.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.45% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Wellington Management Company LLP 9.30%
BlackRock Inc 7.77%
Royce & Associates, LP 6.61%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.83%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.94%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

BCML generates approximately $684 of gross profit, $232 of operating income, and $212 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

Effective Tax Rate: 26.63%

Quantitative Style Profile

BCML has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 329.57M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 25.15
1Y Target Price 32
Price to earnings Ratio 25.15
1Y Target Price 32
Volume (30-day avg) 51.7K shares
Beta 0.29
52 Weeks Range 25.74 - 34.63
Updated Date 09/15/2026
52 Weeks Range 25.74 - 34.63
Updated Date 09/15/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.82%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.2

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on commercial and retail loans minus interest paid on deposits.The bank makes money on the spread between what it charges borrowers and what it pays savers.
Non-Interest IncomeService charges, loan fees, and other banking related commissions.This is supplemental revenue from account fees and transactional banking services.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 25.15
Forward PE 11.86
Enterprise Value 196.54M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.44
Enterprise Value 196.54M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.44
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.56
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 10.92M
Shares Floating 10.07M
Shares Outstanding 10.92M
Shares Floating 10.07M
Percent Insiders 6.45
Percent Institutions 65.69

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Financial Metrics

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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)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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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)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About BayCom Corp

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Walnut Creek, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 2004-08-09
President, CEO & Director Mr. Christopher F. Baron
Sector Financial Services
Industry Banks - Regional
Full time employees 329
Full time employees 329

BayCom Corp operates as the bank holding company for United Business Bank that provides various financial services to small and mid-sized businesses, service professionals, and individuals. The company provides demand, savings, money market, and time deposit accounts. It also offers commercial and multifamily real estate loans, including owner-occupied and investor real estate loans; commercial and industrial loans, such as equipment loans and working capital lines of credit; small business administration loans; construction and land loans; agriculture-related loans; and consumer loans comprising installment loans, unsecured and secured personal lines of credit, and overdraft protection. In addition, the company provides online and mobile banking, automated teller machine, remote deposit capture, night depository, courier, and direct deposit services; treasury management services that includes balance reporting, transfers between accounts, wire transfer initiation, automated clearing house (ACH) origination, and stop payments; debit cards; cashier's and travelers checks; letters of credit; and lockbox, positive pay, reverse positive pay, and account reconciliation services, as well as zero balance accounts and sweep accounts, including loan sweep. It operates through a network of full-service banking branches in Northern and Southern California; Las Vegas, Nevada; Denver, Colorado; Custer, Delta, and Grand counties, Colorado; and Seattle, Washington and Central New Mexico. The company was formerly known as Bay Commercial Bank and changed its name to BayCom Corp in January 2017. BayCom Corp was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California.