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Enterprise Financial Services(EFSC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$59.4
10/19/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EFSC

10/19/2026: EFSC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Enterprise Financial Services is a regional banking institution that provides tailored commercial lending and wealth management services to businesses and high-net-worth individuals. The company is known for its relationship-driven model and disciplined approach to credit, which supports its long-term stability. Its growth story centers on organic expansion and successful, targeted bank acquisitions in the Midwest and Southwest. However, the company faces risks from regional economic concentration, interest rate volatility, and competition from larger financial players. It may be well-suited for value and dividend-focused investors, provided they monitor the economic health of its core regional markets and its ability to manage margin compression.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company exhibits steady growth but lacks the aggressive expansion characteristic of high-growth tech firms.
Momentum investorWeak fitBanking stocks often rely on long-term macro trends rather than short-term price momentum, making this a secondary choice.
Value investorStrong fitEFSC often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its earnings potential and book value.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a consistent history of paying dividends, making it attractive for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile more stable than growth stocks, the banking sector carries inherent market and economic sensitivity risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumRegional bank stocks can be volatile based on interest rate sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumChanges in earnings multiples could impact stock price regardless of fundamental performance.
Competition risk (Regional Banking)Medium / highStrong competition from larger regional players puts pressure on margins.
Business qualityStrongThe company maintains a high-quality, conservative loan portfolio.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable but not high-growth.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful integration of future acquisitions is required to maintain 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 38.81%
Avg. Invested days 53
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EFSC receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EFSC has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+8.7%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 19.9%) are partially offset by modest insider ownership of 1.80%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EFSC's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (19.9% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is EFSC's strongest growth driver at +12.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-24.3%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 85.8% and approximately 96.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.80% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.86%
Wellington Management Company LLP 8.04%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 6.16%
State Street Corp 4.43%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.32%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EFSC generates approximately $684 of gross profit, $311 of operating income, and $199 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 29.02%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EFSC has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.17B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 11.9
1Y Target Price 71
Price to earnings Ratio 11.9
1Y Target Price 71
Volume (30-day avg) 272.1K shares
Beta 0.83
52 Weeks Range 50.04 - 68.36
Updated Date 10/18/2026
52 Weeks Range 50.04 - 68.36
Updated Date 10/18/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.19%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.03

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Commercial BankingInterest income from business loans, commercial real estate loans, and treasury management fees.The primary source of revenue is the interest paid by businesses on loans.
Wealth ManagementFees generated from assets under management (AUM) and advisory services.This provides a steady, fee-based revenue stream that is less sensitive to interest rate changes.
Geography (Midwest/Southwest)Concentration of branch network and commercial lending activity in key regional US markets.The company's success is tied to the economic health of these specific geographic regions.
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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-21
When After Market
Estimate 1.38
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 27.36%
Operating Margin (TTM) 30.78%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.14%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.6%

Valuation

Trailing PE 11.9
Forward PE 12.14
Enterprise Value 2.37B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.11
Enterprise Value 2.37B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.11
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.54
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 36.19M
Shares Floating 34.89M
Shares Outstanding 36.19M
Shares Floating 34.89M
Percent Insiders 1.8
Percent Institutions 85.84

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)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

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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