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First Hawaiian Inc(FHB)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
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$24.94
10/15/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FHB

10/15/2026: FHB (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

First Hawaiian Inc is a mature regional bank holding company known for its established market presence in Hawaii, Guam, and Saipan. The bank benefits from a strong core deposit franchise and a conservative credit culture that has supported its long-standing position in the region. Its primary growth opportunity lies in enhancing digital service capabilities and expanding fee-based wealth management income. Investors face primary risks including geographic economic concentration and potential net interest margin sensitivity to shifting interest rates. The stock may suit dividend-focused and value-oriented investors, though monitoring local economic data and regional tourism performance is essential for assessing future performance.

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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 fitFHB is a steady, mature regional bank rather than a high-growth stock.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically moves in line with broader regional bank sector trends rather than aggressive momentum patterns.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that may appeal to investors seeking disciplined banking franchises.
Dividend investorStrong fitFHB offers a consistent dividend yield, making it attractive for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveIts conservative business model and established market position provide stability, though it is subject to economic risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumBank stocks are sensitive to interest rate shifts and broader economic data.
Valuation riskLowThe stock generally trades based on fundamental banking metrics like Price-to-Book.
Competition risk (regional banking)MediumCompetition from local peers and digital banks can pressure margins.
Business qualityStrongFHB maintains a dominant market share and strong capital base.
Dividend incomeStrongConsistent dividends are a core part of the investment proposition.
Execution riskLowThe bank has a long history of stable, consistent operational management.

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 7.37%
Avg. Invested days 38
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
FHB has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+20.0%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 26.0%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+3.2%), very low insider ownership of 0.73%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
FHB's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 73.1% and operating margin of 30.3%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is FHB's strongest growth driver at +20.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+3.2%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (+5.0%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 113.0% and approximately 98.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.73%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 13.57%
Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC 9.49%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 7.17%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.69%
State Street Corp 5.63%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
FHB generates approximately $731 of gross profit, $303 of operating income, and $260 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 moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.01%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
FHB 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 RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.96B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.64
1Y Target Price 29.11
Price to earnings Ratio 10.64
1Y Target Price 29.11
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares
Beta 0.75
52 Weeks Range 21.94 - 30.29
Updated Date 10/15/2026
52 Weeks Range 21.94 - 30.29
Updated Date 10/15/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.25%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.29

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on commercial and residential loans exceeding interest paid on deposits.This is the primary way the bank makes money by charging more for loans than it pays to depositors.
Non-Interest IncomeService charges, trust and investment fees, and other banking fees.These are fees the bank collects for services provided, diversifying revenue beyond traditional lending.
Geography: Hawaii, Guam, SaipanConcentrated operations across these specific Pacific markets.The bank's success is tied directly to the economic health and tourism activity of these specific island economies.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-23
When Before Market
Estimate 0.6
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 32.34%
Operating Margin (TTM) 43.71%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.2%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.32%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.64
Forward PE 12.22
Enterprise Value 1.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.36
Enterprise Value 1.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.36
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.47
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 121.68M
Shares Floating 120.38M
Shares Outstanding 121.68M
Shares Floating 120.38M
Percent Insiders 0.73
Percent Institutions 113.04

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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