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Kearny Financial Corp (KRNY)

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$6.58
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Profit since last BUY-0.45%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: KRNY (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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2 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $7.25

1 Year Target Price $7.25

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$7.25 Target price
52w Low $5.25
Current$6.58
52w High $8.17

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -6.06%
Avg. Invested days 29
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 390.69M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 14.4
1Y Target Price 7.25
Price to earnings Ratio 14.4
1Y Target Price 7.25
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.71
52 Weeks Range 5.25 - 8.17
Updated Date 08/23/2025
52 Weeks Range 5.25 - 8.17
Updated Date 08/23/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 7.22%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.42

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-07-24
When Before Market
Estimate 0.13
Actual 0.11

Profitability

Profit Margin 17.2%
Operating Margin (TTM) 24.46%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.34%
Return on Equity (TTM) 3.48%

Valuation

Trailing PE 14.4
Forward PE 11.49
Enterprise Value 1467933824
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.58
Enterprise Value 1467933824
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.58
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.71
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 64577000
Shares Floating 59303146
Shares Outstanding 64577000
Shares Floating 59303146
Percent Insiders 12.21
Percent Institutions 66.74

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Kearny Financial Corp

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Kearny Financial Corp. was founded in 1884 as Kearny Federal Savings Bank. It converted from a mutual to a stock company in 2011. It has grown through organic expansion and acquisitions, focusing on community banking services in the New Jersey and New York metropolitan areas.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Retail Banking: Provides deposit accounts, loans, and other financial services to individuals and small businesses.
  • Commercial Banking: Offers commercial real estate loans, business loans, and other financial services to commercial clients.
  • Wealth Management: Offers wealth management services for individuals and corporations.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Craig L. Montanaro is the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and a management team overseeing various departments.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Mortgage Loans: Offers residential mortgage loans. Competitors include large national banks and other regional banks. Market share data not publicly available for this specific product line but it is a part of Kearny's total lending.
  • Commercial Real Estate Loans: Provides financing for commercial real estate projects. Competitors include commercial banks and private lenders. Market share data not publicly available for this specific product line but it is a part of Kearny's total lending.
  • Deposit Accounts: Offers checking, savings, and money market accounts. Competitors include national banks and online banks. Market share data not publicly available for this specific product line but it is a part of Kearny's total deposit portfolio.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The banking industry is currently facing challenges related to interest rate volatility, increased regulatory scrutiny, and competition from fintech companies. Digitalization is also a significant trend.

Positioning

Kearny Financial Corp. operates as a community-focused bank in the New Jersey and New York metropolitan areas. Its competitive advantages include its local market expertise and customer relationships.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for banking services in Kearny's region is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars. Kearny's is well-positioned to serve a niche community-focused market.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong local market presence
  • Experienced management team
  • Solid customer relationships
  • Healthy Capital Ratios

Weaknesses

  • Limited geographic diversification
  • Smaller scale compared to larger banks
  • Vulnerability to interest rate fluctuations
  • High dependence on local economy

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new markets
  • Increased adoption of digital banking
  • Acquisition opportunities
  • Growth in wealth management services

Threats

  • Increased competition from larger banks and fintech companies
  • Economic downturn
  • Rising interest rates
  • Regulatory changes

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Provident Financial Services Inc (PFS)
  • OceanFirst Financial Corp. (OCFC)
  • Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (LBAI)

Competitive Landscape

Kearny Financial Corp. competes with larger regional and national banks, as well as smaller community banks and credit unions. Its smaller size can be a disadvantage but it competes with a focus on personal service and community ties.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

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Summary

Kearny Financial Corp is a community bank with a solid regional presence. It faces competition from larger institutions and fintech companies. Recent initatives are focused on digitalization and expansion. The bank is positioned for steady growth within its target market.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Website
  • SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Third-party financial data providers

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is approximate. Financial data may be outdated. Please consult with a financial professional before making any investment decisions.

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About Kearny Financial Corp

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Fairfield, NJ, United States
IPO Launch date 2005-02-24
President, CEO & Director Mr. Craig L. Montanaro
Sector Financial Services
Industry Banks - Regional
Full time employees 504
Full time employees 504

Kearny Financial Corp. operates as the holding company for Kearny Bank that provides various banking products and services in the United States. It offers various deposit products, including interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing checking accounts, money market deposit accounts, savings accounts, and certificates of deposit accounts. The company also provides various loans, such as multi-family and nonresidential real estate mortgage loans, commercial term loans and lines of credit, one- to four-family residential mortgage loans, and home equity loans and lines of credit; loans to individuals, builders, or developers for the construction of multi-family residential buildings or commercial real estate, or for the construction or renovation of one- to four-family residences; overdraft lines of credit; and personal loans. In addition, it engages in the investment activities. Kearny Financial Corp. was founded in 1884 and is headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey.