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Princeton Bancorp, Inc.(BPRN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 148 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+25.95% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$44.51
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BPRN

11/09/2026: BPRN (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

The Bank of Princeton is a community-focused regional bank providing commercial and consumer banking services in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Its primary business strength lies in deep local relationships and a conservative lending culture that builds a stable deposit base. The core investment story centers on steady, modest growth within its regional footprint. However, the bank faces significant risks from intense competition with larger national institutions and sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations. It is best suited for income-focused investors looking for stable dividends, while investors should closely monitor the bank's digital modernization progress and local economic health.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe bank operates in a mature industry with limited potential for rapid, scalable growth.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically exhibits low trading volume and steady price action rather than high-momentum trends.
Value investorMixed fitThe valuation may be attractive to some, but growth prospects are limited.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe bank offers a consistent dividend, making it suitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveCommunity banks generally offer lower volatility compared to higher-growth tech or cyclical stocks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock is subject to broader market and sector-specific sentiment shifts.
Valuation riskLowThe company trades in line with typical regional banking multiples.
Competition riskHighIntense competition from larger banks and fintechs threatens deposit and loan growth.
Business qualityMediumThe bank maintains a stable, traditional banking model with steady, albeit modest, returns.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are dependent on sustained profitability and capital adequacy.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies on effective loan underwriting and managing regional economic risks.

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 17.8%
Avg. Invested days 60
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BPRN receives a 3-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

★★★★★
BPRN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+81.7%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 14.8%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BPRN's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (14.8% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is BPRN's strongest growth driver at +81.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+56.0%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+6.0%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 46.8% and approximately 73.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 26.54% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

AllianceBernstein L.P. 7.99%
BlackRock Inc 6.28%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.17%
Systematic Financial Management LP 2.96%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 2.80%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BPRN generates approximately $558 of gross profit, $170 of operating income, and $148 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 21.41%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BPRN has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 303.50M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 14.9
1Y Target Price 48.25
Price to earnings Ratio 14.9
1Y Target Price 48.25
Volume (30-day avg) 37.6K shares
Beta 0.47
52 Weeks Range 30.85 - 46.34
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 30.85 - 46.34
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.80%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.99

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on commercial and consumer loans minus interest paid on deposits.The bank profits primarily by lending money at higher rates than it pays to depositors.
Fee-Based IncomeService charges on deposit accounts, loan origination fees, and other banking services.Small, consistent fees for daily banking services provide a secondary, reliable income stream.

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-28
When After Market
Estimate 0.98
Actual 0.15

Profitability

Profit Margin 25.58%
Operating Margin (TTM) 11.53%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.9%
Return on Equity (TTM) 7.6%

Valuation

Trailing PE 14.9
Forward PE 11.2
Enterprise Value 245.67M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.8
Enterprise Value 245.67M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.8
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.48
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 6.81M
Shares Floating 5.01M
Shares Outstanding 6.81M
Shares Floating 5.01M
Percent Insiders 26.54
Percent Institutions 46.84

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)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

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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