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Bank Ozk(OZK)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$50.61
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for OZK

10/23/2026: OZK (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Bank OZK is a regional financial institution that distinguishes itself through a dual-model approach: traditional retail community banking in the Southeast and a high-yield, national commercial real estate lending business. The company is known for maintaining strong net interest margins and disciplined underwriting, which has historically fueled growth. The main investment story rests on its unique ability to successfully finance complex construction projects. Key risks include its concentration in the cyclical commercial real estate sector and sensitivity to broader economic conditions and interest rate environments. This stock may suit value or dividend-focused investors, though it carries higher volatility than a typical retail bank.

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 investorMixed fitGrowth is largely tied to the cyclical CRE market, which can limit consistent long-term appreciation.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can see significant price moves based on interest rate sentiment and CRE market health.
Value investorStrong fitOften trades at a reasonable valuation relative to its strong margins and historical performance.
Dividend investorStrong fitA history of consistent and growing dividends makes it attractive for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSpecialization in commercial real estate construction loans introduces higher volatility than standard retail banks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock's focus on cyclical CRE lending leads to price swings linked to macro economic sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward regional banks can cause price deviations from intrinsic value.
Competition risk (CRE specialized lending)HighIncreasing participation from private credit and large money-center banks pressures margins.
Business qualityStrongThe bank has a well-documented history of disciplined underwriting and operational efficiency.
Dividend incomeStrongConsistent payout ratios suggest a stable income stream for shareholders.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies heavily on the continued ability to source and manage high-quality construction projects.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

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 -22.38%
Avg. Invested days 43
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
OZK receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
OZK has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 26.1%) and strong profitability (net margin 25.5%) are partially offset by slightly negative earnings growth (-0.1%), moderate revenue growth (+1.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
OZK's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (26.1% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is OZK's strongest growth driver at +1.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-0.1%, slightly negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-1.0%, slightly negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 97.9% and approximately 91.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.83% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.85%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 6.13%
State Street Corp 5.57%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.77%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.34%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
OZK generates approximately $554 of gross profit, $333 of operating income, and $261 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 solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 23.42%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
OZK 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 Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.42B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.2
1Y Target Price 53.78
Price to earnings Ratio 8.2
1Y Target Price 53.78
Volume (30-day avg) 1.8M shares
Beta 0.91
52 Weeks Range 40.71 - 52.60
Updated Date 10/22/2026
52 Weeks Range 40.71 - 52.60
Updated Date 10/22/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.78%
Basic EPS (TTM) 6.06

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
RESG (Real Estate Specialties Group)Large-scale construction loans for urban, institutional-grade properties.This is the primary engine for high-yield growth, carrying the most risk and reward.
Community BankingTraditional retail and commercial deposits and local lending.This provides the stable, low-cost deposit base that funds the higher-yield loan portfolio.
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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-20
When After Market
Estimate 1.45
Actual 1.5

Profitability

Profit Margin 43.77%
Operating Margin (TTM) 54.58%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.59%
Return on Equity (TTM) 11.03%

Valuation

Trailing PE 8.2
Forward PE 7.64
Enterprise Value 5.79B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.51
Enterprise Value 5.79B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.51
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.35
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 109.04M
Shares Floating 100.01M
Shares Outstanding 109.04M
Shares Floating 100.01M
Percent Insiders 6.83
Percent Institutions 97.95

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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🛡️ Financial Safety

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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