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First US Bancshares Inc (FUSB)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: FUSB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 14.74% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 74.54M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.15 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.15 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.5 | 52 Weeks Range 8.92 - 14.08 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 8.92 - 14.08 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.19% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.28 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 20.38% | Operating Margin (TTM) 25.16% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.71% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.1% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.15 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 70392192 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.94 |
Enterprise Value 70392192 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.94 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.76 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 5738350 | Shares Floating 4330792 |
Shares Outstanding 5738350 | Shares Floating 4330792 | ||
Percent Insiders 16.96 | Percent Institutions 17.45 |
Upturn AI SWOT
First US Bancshares Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
First US Bancshares, Inc. operates as the holding company for First US Bank. The bank provides a variety of financial services to individuals and businesses. While specific founding year and milestones are not readily available, the company has evolved to focus on community banking in Alabama and surrounding areas.
Core Business Areas
- Commercial Banking: Offers loan products, deposit accounts, and cash management services to businesses of all sizes.
- Retail Banking: Provides checking and savings accounts, mortgages, personal loans, and other services to individual customers.
- Wealth Management: Offers investment management, financial planning, and trust services.
Leadership and Structure
The company has a traditional banking leadership structure, with a board of directors overseeing senior management, including a CEO, CFO, and other key executives responsible for different business areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Commercial Loans: Offerings include term loans, lines of credit, and commercial real estate financing. Market share data specific to First US Bancshares is not readily available. Competitors include larger national banks and regional banks such as PNC, Truist, Regions.
- Mortgage Loans: Provides residential mortgage loans to individuals. Market share data specific to First US Bancshares is not readily available. Competitors include Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and local credit unions.
- Deposit Accounts: Offerings include checking, savings, and money market accounts for both consumers and businesses. Market share data specific to First US Bancshares is not readily available. Competitors include Chase, Citibank, and other community banks.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The banking industry is currently facing challenges related to interest rate volatility, increased regulatory scrutiny, and competition from fintech companies. Consolidation is also a continuing trend.
Positioning
First US Bancshares is a community bank focused on serving the needs of individuals and businesses in its local markets. Its competitive advantages likely include strong customer relationships and local market knowledge.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for banking services in the United States is in the trillions of dollars. First US Bancshares is positioned to capture a small share of this market by focusing on its local markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong local market presence
- Experienced management team
- Strong customer relationships
- Conservative lending practices
Weaknesses
- Smaller scale compared to larger competitors
- Limited geographic reach
- Potential for higher operating costs due to regulatory compliance
- Dependence on local economy
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Increased adoption of digital banking technologies
- Acquisition of smaller banks
- Growth in the local economy
Threats
- Increased competition from larger banks and fintech companies
- Economic downturn
- Rising interest rates
- Cybersecurity risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PNC
- Truist
- Regions
- Hancock Whitney
Competitive Landscape
First US Bancshares faces competition from larger national and regional banks with greater resources. Its success depends on its ability to provide personalized service and build strong relationships with customers in its local markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Information about specific historical growth rates is not readily available.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth are not readily available.
Recent Initiatives: Information about recent strategic initiatives is not readily available.
Summary
First US Bancshares is a community bank with a strong local presence. Its strengths lie in its customer relationships and local market knowledge. However, it faces challenges from larger competitors and economic uncertainty. To succeed, it needs to continue to focus on providing excellent customer service and adapt to the changing banking landscape.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- SEC Filings (if available)
- Industry Reports
- Market Data Providers
Disclaimers:
The data provided is based on publicly available information and may not be entirely accurate or complete. This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About First US Bancshares Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Birmingham, AL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-01-11 | President, CEO & Chairman Mr. James F. House | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Banks - Regional | Full time employees 147 | Website https://www.fusb.com |
Full time employees 147 | Website https://www.fusb.com |
First US Bancshares, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for First US Bank that provides commercial banking products and services in the United States. The company offers non-interest-bearing demand deposits, savings accounts, NOW accounts, money market demand accounts, individual retirement accounts, and time deposits. Its loan products include commercial construction, land, and land development loans, including residential housing projects, commercial and industrial development, and for purchase and improvement of raw land for agricultural production; mortgage loans on one-to-four family and multi-family residential properties; real estate loans secured by commercial and industrial properties, office or mixed-use facilities, strip shopping centers, and other commercial properties; commercial and industrial loans and leases; and secured and unsecured personal loans, including automobile loans, loans for household and personal purposes, and other direct consumer installment loans. It also provides loans secured by collateral in form of personal property items. In addition, the company offers letters of credit; and safe deposit box and remote deposit capture services. It serves small-and medium-sized businesses, property managers, business executives, professionals, and other individuals. The company was formerly known as United Security Bancshares, Inc. and changed its name to First US Bancshares, Inc. in October 2016. First US Bancshares, Inc. was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.

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