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Independent Bank Corporation(IBCP)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 8 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+0.46% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$36.99
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for IBCP

11/09/2026: IBCP (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Independent Bank Corporation is a Michigan-based regional bank offering commercial and consumer financial services. The company maintains a stable, core deposit base and is recognized for disciplined credit management within its regional markets. Its primary growth strategy revolves around organic loan expansion, digital platform improvements, and selective regional acquisitions. However, investors should be mindful of risks including geographic concentration in Michigan, interest rate sensitivity, and competition from both larger banks and fintech platforms. The stock is best suited for value and dividend-oriented investors seeking stable, long-term exposure to the regional banking sector.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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 investorWeak fitThe company is a mature regional bank with stable rather than hyper-growth prospects.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis is a conditional fit depending on broader regional banking sector performance and interest rate cycles.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that may appeal to value-oriented investors seeking stable regional bank exposure.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides a reliable dividend stream typical of established regional banking institutions.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, banking stocks are subject to sector-wide volatility and economic sensitivity.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumBank stocks are sensitive to macroeconomic changes and interest rate expectations.
Valuation riskMediumEarnings multiples can fluctuate significantly based on interest rate cycles.
Competition risk (regional banking)HighThe sector faces intense pressure from both large national banks and agile fintechs.
Business qualityMediumThe company maintains a solid franchise but operates in a highly commoditized industry.
Dividend incomeLowDividends are generally stable but tied to bank profitability and regulatory requirements.
Execution riskMediumManagement must successfully balance loan growth with credit quality in changing economic conditions.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

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 9.88%
Avg. Invested days 34
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
IBCP has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+2.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 22.2%) are partially offset by slightly negative revenue growth (-0.3%), modest insider ownership of 4.78%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
IBCP's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (22.2% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is IBCP's strongest growth driver at +27.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-0.3%, slightly negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 83.5% and approximately 97.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 4.78% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 13.52%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.08%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.98%
State Street Corp 3.73%
American Century Companies Inc 3.54%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
IBCP generates approximately $696 of gross profit, $258 of operating income, and $222 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: 15.68%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
IBCP 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 RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 801.67M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.68
1Y Target Price 41.2
Price to earnings Ratio 10.68
1Y Target Price 41.2
Volume (30-day avg) 201.0K shares
Beta 0.72
52 Weeks Range 28.92 - 38.66
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 28.92 - 38.66
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.03%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.4

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeEarnings from interest on loans and investments minus interest paid on deposits.This is the core profit driver, dependent on the spread between interest earned and interest paid.
Fee-Based IncomeService charges on deposit accounts, mortgage banking fees, and trust/wealth management fees.This provides a non-interest income stream that helps diversify revenue.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-27
When Before Market
Estimate 0.86
Actual 0.92

Profitability

Profit Margin 29.83%
Operating Margin (TTM) 40.29%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.23%
Return on Equity (TTM) 13.5%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.68
Forward PE 12.05
Enterprise Value 660.19M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.32
Enterprise Value 660.19M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.32
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.48
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 22.08M
Shares Floating 21.50M
Shares Outstanding 22.08M
Shares Floating 21.50M
Percent Insiders 4.78
Percent Institutions 83.47

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

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)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ 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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