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CF Bankshares Inc(CFBK)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
4-STAR RATING
PASS
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$34.99
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CFBK

11/06/2026: CFBK (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

CF Bankshares Inc is a regional bank holding company focused primarily on commercial lending and specialized banking services for small-to-mid-sized businesses. The company has successfully executed a pivot from a traditional savings association to a commercial-focused bank, leveraging a lean operating model to remain competitive. Its primary growth opportunity lies in expanding fee-based treasury management services and digital banking reach. However, the company faces risks related to interest rate volatility, potential credit quality challenges, and intense competition from larger, better-capitalized regional banks. CF Bankshares may best suit investors looking for value in the regional banking sector who are comfortable with the inherent risks of localized lending and limited dividend history.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe bank offers modest growth potential tied to regional commercial lending, though it lacks the explosive growth profile of tech-focused equities.
Momentum investorWeak fitMomentum fit is conditional on a positive Upturn signal, which is not currently present.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuation multiples typical of regional banks, which may appeal to investors seeking earnings-based value.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company historically prioritizes capital retention over regular dividend payments.
Low-risk investorMixed fitRegional banking stocks carry inherent interest rate and credit cycle risks, which may exceed the risk tolerance of conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highRegional bank stocks are sensitive to market interest rate expectations and broader economic news.
Valuation riskMediumChanges in sentiment toward the banking sector can quickly impact valuation multiples.
Competition risk (Banking)HighAggressive competition from larger regional banks creates pressure on margins and loan pricing.
Business qualityMediumThe business relies on the credit quality of a localized commercial loan portfolio.
Dividend incomeLowThe lack of a consistent dividend policy limits its appeal for income-focused portfolios.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the management team's ability to navigate credit risks and maintain operational efficiency.

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 108.49%
Avg. Invested days 65
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CFBK receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CFBK has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+27.0%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 14.5%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+3.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CFBK's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (14.5% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CFBK's strongest growth driver at +30.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+3.1%, moderate) and earnings growth (+27.0%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 61.9% and approximately 83.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 16.56% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 5.58%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.09%
First Manhattan Co. LLC 2.76%
Two Sigma Investments LLC 2.53%
Fourthstone LLC 2.36%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CFBK generates approximately $418 of gross profit, $171 of operating income, and $145 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.52%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 236.75M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.08
1Y Target Price 40
Price to earnings Ratio 10.08
1Y Target Price 40
Volume (30-day avg) 39.2K shares
Beta 0.46
52 Weeks Range 21.84 - 38.01
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 21.84 - 38.01
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.01%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.47

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 makes most of its money by lending out money at higher rates than it pays to depositors.
Non-Interest IncomeService fees, treasury management fees, and other banking service charges.The bank earns smaller, steady amounts of money through fees for various financial services.

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-27
When Before Market
Estimate 0.91
Actual 0.91

Profitability

Profit Margin 37.51%
Operating Margin (TTM) 48.52%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.05%
Return on Equity (TTM) 11.99%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.08
Forward PE 7.86
Enterprise Value 105.45M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.91
Enterprise Value 105.45M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.91
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.66
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 6.69M
Shares Floating 5.56M
Shares Outstanding 6.69M
Shares Floating 5.56M
Percent Insiders 16.56
Percent Institutions 61.89

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)

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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