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Eagle Bancorp Montana Inc(EBMT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$21.35
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EBMT

10/26/2026: EBMT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Eagle Bancorp Montana Inc is a regional community bank operating primarily in Montana, focusing on traditional loan and deposit products. The company benefits from a deep-rooted understanding of its local market and a historically stable, conservative lending approach. Its primary investment story centers on consistent, dividend-paying income and potential growth through localized market capture. However, risks include geographic concentration, exposure to regional real estate cycles, and intensifying competition from larger financial institutions. The stock may best suit dividend-focused or value-oriented investors who prioritize stability over rapid growth and are comfortable monitoring regional economic and interest rate trends that influence performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company operates in a mature, slow-growth banking sector rather than a high-growth industry.
Momentum investorWeak fitSmall-cap regional bank stocks often exhibit lower volume and slower price momentum compared to growth sectors.
Value investorStrong fitThe bank often trades based on book value and earnings multiples common to conservative community banking valuations.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides a consistent dividend payout which is a key focus for income-oriented investors.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the geographic concentration in Montana introduces specific localized economic risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumSmall-cap bank stocks can experience price swings based on interest rate sentiment and local economic data.
Valuation riskLowThe stock is typically valued on traditional bank metrics which helps prevent extreme speculative bubbles.
Competition risk (regional banking)Medium / highIntense competition from larger regional banks with deeper resources pressures margins and market share.
Business qualityMediumThe business has a solid, established franchise in its home state but lacks the scale of national competitors.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are generally reliable but subject to bank capital requirements and profitability.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on prudent loan underwriting and effectively navigating economic cycles in Montana.

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 23.15%
Avg. Invested days 47
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EBMT 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

★★★★★
EBMT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+51.7%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 22.5%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+4.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EBMT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (22.5% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is EBMT's strongest growth driver at +96.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+51.7%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+4.6%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 55.6% and approximately 90.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.42% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.19%
Manufacturers Life Insurance Co 4.97%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.11%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 3.49%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 2.36%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EBMT generates approximately $709 of gross profit, $150 of operating income, and $225 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 21.48%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EBMT 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 169.82M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.4
1Y Target Price 24
Price to earnings Ratio 10.4
1Y Target Price 24
Volume (30-day avg) 26.8K shares
Beta 0.35
52 Weeks Range 15.48 - 24.51
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 15.48 - 24.51
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.69%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.05

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeEarnings generated from loans (mortgage, commercial) minus interest paid on customer deposits.This is the core profit engine driven by the spread between what the bank earns on loans and pays on deposits.
Non-Interest IncomeService charges, fees, and mortgage banking gains.These are secondary revenue streams that provide diversification beyond interest rate movements.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-27
When After Market
Estimate 0.55
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 16.95%
Operating Margin (TTM) 22.28%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.75%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.5%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.4
Forward PE 10.25
Enterprise Value 234.62M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.79
Enterprise Value 234.62M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.79
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.89
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 7.97M
Shares Floating 7.23M
Shares Outstanding 7.97M
Shares Floating 7.23M
Percent Insiders 6.42
Percent Institutions 55.6

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)

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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