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Finwise Bancorp(FINW)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$12.53
09/18/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FINW

09/18/2026: FINW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Finwise Bancorp is a specialized bank holding company that blends traditional community banking with a technology-driven digital lending platform. By partnering with fintech companies, the bank has unlocked a scalable growth model for loan originations that significantly differentiates it from traditional regional competitors. The primary investment story rests on its ability to sustain these partnerships while maintaining credit quality in a complex regulatory environment. Risks include significant dependency on third-party fintech partners and increased oversight within the banking-as-a-service sector. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent volatility and regulatory nuances of small-cap financial institutions operating in the digital lending space.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company's focus on fintech partnerships and digital lending provides a scalable growth trajectory uncommon for traditional regional banks.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum appeal is conditional on consistent partnership growth and positive sentiment toward fintech-integrated banking models.
Value investorMixed fitValuation may be attractive relative to pure-play fintechs, but investors must account for the inherent risks of small-cap bank asset quality.
Dividend investorWeak fitFinwise prioritizes internal capital reinvestment over dividend distributions, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap banking and fintech partnership concentration introduce volatility and regulatory risks that exceed typical low-risk tolerance.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highAs a small-cap bank, FINW stock is susceptible to wider price swings based on interest rate changes and sector sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock's premium is often tied to its growth potential, which may correct if partnership revenue slows.
Competition risk (Fintech/BaaS)HighThe bank faces intense pressure from other BaaS providers and non-bank lenders competing for fintech partnership volume.
Business qualityMediumThe business model relies heavily on the quality and compliance of third-party fintech partners.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect regular income through dividends as capital is directed toward growth.
Execution riskMedium / highMaintaining regulatory compliance while scaling digital loan origination is operationally complex and resource-intensive.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

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 63.32%
Avg. Invested days 56
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

FINW receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

FINW has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+26.3%) and strong revenue growth (+54.9%) are partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin -22.6%).

Financial Health Rating

FINW's financial health is supported by moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 46.6% of revenue). Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Revenue growth is FINW's strongest growth driver at +54.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+26.3%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-71.9%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 30.0% and approximately 66.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 31.52% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

AllianceBernstein L.P. 5.76%
Wasatch Advisors LP 3.62%
U.S. Bancorp 3.38%
BlackRock Inc 3.29%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.82%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

FINW generates approximately $610 of gross profit, $144 of operating income, and $-226 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

Effective Tax Rate: 26.05%

Quantitative Style Profile

FINW 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 176.31M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 13.51
1Y Target Price 17
Price to earnings Ratio 13.51
1Y Target Price 17
Volume (30-day avg) 28.3K shares
Beta 0.71
52 Weeks Range 12.42 - 21.92
Updated Date 09/18/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.42 - 21.92
Updated Date 09/18/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.94

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
BaaS and Digital LendingRevenue generated from fees for loan originations and servicing provided through fintech partners.The bank acts as the infrastructure behind many digital loans, earning money on transaction fees and interest spreads.
Community BankingTraditional interest income from local deposits and lending in the Utah market.This is the stable, core business of local lending that provides deposits to fund digital operations.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 13.51
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 90.68M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.51
Enterprise Value 90.68M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.51
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 13.88M
Shares Floating 9.17M
Shares Outstanding 13.88M
Shares Floating 9.17M
Percent Insiders 31.52
Percent Institutions 29.96

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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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Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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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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About Finwise Bancorp

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Murray, UT, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-11-19
President & CEO Mr. James F. Noone
Sector Financial Services
Industry Banks - Regional
Full time employees 206
Full time employees 206

FinWise Bancorp operates as the bank holding company for FinWise Bank that provides various banking products and services to individual and corporate customers in Utah. The company operates in three segments: Traditional Banking; BaaS and Treasury; and Administration. The company provides various deposit products, including interest and noninterest-bearing demand accounts, health savings account demand deposits, NOW and money market accounts, and checking and savings accounts, as well as time deposits and certificates of deposits. It offers loans, including consumer, small business administration, commercial, commercial real estate, and residential real estate loans. In addition, the company offers debit cards, remote deposit capture, online banking, mobile banking, and direct deposit services; and business accounts and cash management services, such as business checking and savings accounts, and treasury services. The company was formerly known as All West Bancorp. FinWise Bancorp was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Murray, Utah.