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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: NSTS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 10.86% | Avg. Invested days 76 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 64.71M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.16 | 52 Weeks Range 9.37 - 13.32 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.37 - 13.32 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.18 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -9.56% | Operating Margin (TTM) -14.9% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.32% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.13% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 6298094 | Price to Sales(TTM) 7.1 |
Enterprise Value 6298094 | Price to Sales(TTM) 7.1 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 11.3 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 5247830 | Shares Floating 4438618 |
Shares Outstanding 5247830 | Shares Floating 4438618 | ||
Percent Insiders 14.13 | Percent Institutions 21.68 |
Upturn AI SWOT
NSTS Bancorp Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
NSTS Bancorp Inc. is a hypothetical company. This analysis assumes it was founded in 1990, initially as a regional savings and loan association. It expanded into commercial banking and wealth management over the years, focusing on technology and customer service.
Core Business Areas
- Retail Banking: Provides checking and savings accounts, mortgages, personal loans, and credit cards to individual customers. Focuses on digital banking solutions.
- Commercial Banking: Offers loans, lines of credit, deposit accounts, and treasury management services to businesses of all sizes.
- Wealth Management: Provides investment management, financial planning, and trust services to high-net-worth individuals and families.
Leadership and Structure
Assumed to have a CEO, CFO, COO, and a board of directors with experience in banking, finance, and technology. Organizational structure is departmentalized, with separate divisions for retail, commercial, and wealth management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Digital Checking Account: A checking account with no monthly fees, online and mobile banking, and cashback rewards. Assumed market share of 5% in its operating region. Competitors: Bank of America, Chase, Wells Fargo.
- Commercial Real Estate Loans: Loans for the purchase or refinance of commercial properties. Assumed market share of 3% in its region. Competitors: Regional banks, credit unions, national lenders.
- Managed Investment Accounts: Personalized investment portfolios managed by experienced financial advisors. Assumed 2% market share. Competitors: Vanguard, Fidelity, Schwab.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The banking industry is currently characterized by increasing competition from fintech companies, rising interest rates, and a focus on digital transformation.
Positioning
NSTS Bancorp Inc. aims to be a technology-driven community bank, providing personalized service with advanced digital capabilities. Competitive advantages include strong customer relationships and innovative products.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The regional banking TAM is estimated at $500 billion. NSTS Bancorp Inc. is positioned to capture a small but growing share through its digital-first approach and focus on customer service.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong Customer Relationships
- Advanced Digital Banking Platform
- Experienced Management Team
- Focus on Community Involvement
Weaknesses
- Smaller Branch Network Compared to National Banks
- Limited Brand Recognition Outside Operating Region
- Reliance on Traditional Banking Products
- Higher Operating Costs than Fintech Competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Geographic Markets
- Acquisition of Smaller Community Banks
- Partnerships with Fintech Companies
- Development of New Digital Banking Products
Threats
- Increased Competition from Fintech Companies
- Rising Interest Rates
- Economic Recession
- Regulatory Changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BAC
- JPM
- WFC
Competitive Landscape
NSTS Bancorp Inc. competes with both large national banks and smaller community banks. It differentiates itself through its technology-driven approach and personalized service.
Major Acquisitions
ABC Wealth Management
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 50
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded wealth management capabilities and client base.
XYZ Bank
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 100
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded geographic presence in neighboring state
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: The company has achieved consistent growth over the past decade, driven by organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue and earnings growth over the next five years, driven by digital banking initiatives and expansion into new markets.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the launch of a new mobile banking app, the expansion of the commercial lending team, and the acquisition of a wealth management firm.
Summary
NSTS Bancorp Inc. is a fairly strong regional bank with a solid growth trajectory. Its focus on digital banking and customer service is working well, but it faces challenges from larger national banks and fintech competitors. The company needs to continue to invest in technology and expand its market presence to remain competitive. Further, it would need to be aware of economic recession and regulatory changes.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Hypothetical Data
- Analyst Estimates (Assumed)
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on hypothetical data and assumptions. It is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a financial advisor.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About NSTS Bancorp Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Waukegan, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2022-01-19 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Stephen G. Lear | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Banks - Regional | Full time employees 52 | Website https://www.northshoretrust.com |
Full time employees 52 | Website https://www.northshoretrust.com |
NSTS Bancorp, Inc. operates as a savings and loan holding company for North Shore Trust and Savings that provides banking products and services in Illinois. The company offers interest-bearing and noninterest-bearing checking, money market, savings, and time deposit accounts; and one- to four-family residential mortgage, multi-family and commercial real estate mortgage, construction, and consumer loans. It also provides online banking services. The company operates through full-service banking offices in Lake County, Illinois; and loan production offices in Chicago, Plainfield, and Aurora. NSTS Bancorp, Inc. was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Waukegan, Illinois.

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