Metropolitan Bank Holding(MCB)

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1-STAR RATING
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$89.6
09/25/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MCB

09/25/2026: MCB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. is a regional bank that has built a niche reputation through specialized services for digital payment and fintech companies alongside traditional commercial lending. Its core strength lies in its relationship-driven model and expertise in complex business verticals. The primary growth opportunity involves deepening relationships within its target commercial markets, though this is balanced by risks including high regulatory scrutiny, concentration in specific deposit verticals, and potential commercial real estate headwinds. The stock is best suited for value-oriented investors who monitor the banking sector's regulatory and economic cycle. Key developments to watch include deposit base stability and shifts in credit quality.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe bank's specialized model offers growth potential but is subject to significant regulatory and economic headwinds.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often reacts to sector-wide news rather than independent momentum triggers.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock is often priced based on book value and regional bank valuation multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not prioritize regular dividend payments.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe regional banking sector and the company's niche focus create higher volatility than a low-risk mandate prefers.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highBanking stocks are sensitive to interest rate expectations and economic cycles.
Valuation riskMediumValuations are tied to asset quality and broader regional bank sector sentiment.
Competition risk (Fintech/Banking)Medium / highPersistent competition for deposits and lending clients threatens margins.
Business qualityMediumThe business model relies on maintaining strong relationships in specific, sensitive industry verticals.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company does not provide a reliable dividend yield.
Execution riskMediumEffective risk management and credit underwriting are essential for long-term stability.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 34.26%
Avg. Invested days 44
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
MCB receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MCB has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+6.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 15.6%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+7.1%), modest insider ownership of 4.89%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MCB's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (15.6% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is MCB's strongest growth driver at +7.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-43.5%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 93.3% and approximately 90.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 4.89% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Wellington Management Company LLP 8.25%
BlackRock Inc 8.24%
Patriot Financial Partners GP II, LP 5.36%
Adage Capital Partners Gp LLC 4.24%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.05%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MCB generates approximately $526 of gross profit, $193 of operating income, and $156 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 29.96%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
MCB has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.10B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 11.33
1Y Target Price 106
Price to earnings Ratio 11.33
1Y Target Price 106
Volume (30-day avg) 115.7K shares
Beta 0.97
52 Weeks Range 64.09 - 101.66
Updated Date 09/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 64.09 - 101.66
Updated Date 09/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.85%
Basic EPS (TTM) 7.82

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on loans and securities minus interest paid on deposits.The primary way the bank makes profit by balancing lending and borrowing costs.
Non-Interest IncomeService fees, deposit account fees, and other banking service charges.Secondary revenue stream from operational and service-based activities.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 11.33
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 891.49M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.52
Enterprise Value 891.49M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.52
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.16
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 12.40M
Shares Floating 11.25M
Shares Outstanding 12.40M
Shares Floating 11.25M
Percent Insiders 4.89
Percent Institutions 93.3

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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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📈 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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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 Metropolitan Bank Holding

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2017-11-08
Founder, President, CEO & Director Mr. Mark R. DeFazio
Sector Financial Services
Industry Banks - Regional
Full time employees 326
Full time employees 326

Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. operates as the bank holding company for Metropolitan Commercial Bank that provides a range of business, commercial, and retail banking products and services. It offers checking, savings, term deposit, money market, non-interest-bearing demand deposit, and other time deposits. The company also provides lending products, including commercial real estate; multi-family; construction; one-to four-family real estate loans; commercial and industrial loans; consumer loans, including purchased student loans; acquisition and renovation loans; loans on owner-occupied properties; loans to refinance or return borrower equity; working capital lines of credit; trade finance; letters of credit; and term loans. In addition, it offers cash management services, online and mobile banking, ACH, remote deposit capture, and debit cards products, and third-part debit cards products, as well as merchant services. It serves small businesses, middle-market enterprises, public entities, and individuals. The company was formerly known as Metbank Holding Corp. and changed its name to Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. in January 2007. Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in New York, New York.