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Capitol Federal Financial Inc(CFFN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$8.43
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CFFN

11/06/2026: CFFN (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Capitol Federal Financial Inc is a long-standing regional banking institution primarily focused on residential mortgage lending and deposit services in Kansas and Missouri. The company is known for its conservative balance sheet and consistent history of returning capital to shareholders through dividends, making it a potential fit for income-oriented and risk-averse investors. However, it faces risks from geographic concentration, intense competition from larger institutions, and margin compression in high-interest-rate environments. Its primary growth opportunity lies in enhancing digital banking capabilities to attract a broader customer base. Investors should monitor the bank's ability to manage funding costs and maintain net interest margins amid evolving macroeconomic conditions.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitCFFN is a mature, stable institution rather than a high-growth business.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically exhibits low volatility and lacks the rapid upward price trend momentum seekers desire.
Value investorMixed fitThe company may offer value to those looking for stability, but valuation is tied closely to interest rate cycles.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company historically prioritizes returning capital to shareholders through dividends.
Low-risk investorStrong fitIts conservative balance sheet and long-term history appeal to risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumBank stocks are sensitive to interest rate changes, which can drive share price fluctuations.
Valuation riskMediumPricing is highly dependent on interest rate outlooks and macroeconomic conditions.
Competition risk (banking competition)Medium / highStrong competition from larger, tech-advanced banks puts pressure on market share.
Business qualityMediumThe business has a stable history but faces challenges in diversifying revenue sources.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable but can be affected by changes in earnings and regulatory requirements.
Execution riskLowThe company has a long history and simple business model, reducing operational complexity.

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 14.5%
Avg. Invested days 39
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CFFN receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CFFN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid earnings growth (+27.0%) and solid profitability (net margin 19.4%) are partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.0%), moderate revenue growth (+6.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CFFN's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 52.2% and operating margin of 24.2%. Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is CFFN's strongest growth driver at +27.0% FY2026 versus FY2025 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-100.0%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 85.7% and approximately 84.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 8.33% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.52%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 6.02%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.37%
HoldCo Asset Management, L.P. 5.24%
State Street Corp 5.18%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CFFN generates approximately $522 of gross profit, $242 of operating income, and $0 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Moderate margins explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.75%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.04B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.58
1Y Target Price 9.5
Price to earnings Ratio 12.58
1Y Target Price 9.5
Volume (30-day avg) 1.1M shares
Beta 0.66
52 Weeks Range 5.79 - 9.08
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.79 - 9.08
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.05%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.67

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on residential mortgage loans and securities minus interest paid on deposits.The bank makes money primarily by earning more interest on loans than it pays to depositors.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-28
When Before Market
Estimate 0.19
Actual 0.18

Profitability

Profit Margin 37.16%
Operating Margin (TTM) 48.01%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.89%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.41%

Valuation

Trailing PE 12.58
Forward PE 20.45
Enterprise Value 2.48B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.47
Enterprise Value 2.48B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.47
Enterprise Value to Revenue 11.42
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 123.41M
Shares Floating 103.97M
Shares Outstanding 123.41M
Shares Floating 103.97M
Percent Insiders 8.33
Percent Institutions 85.69

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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🛡️ 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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