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Parke Bancorp Inc(PKBK)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
4-STAR RATING
PASS
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$32.35
10/19/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PKBK

10/19/2026: PKBK (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Parke Bancorp Inc is a regional bank holding company that provides commercial and retail banking services in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Its main strength lies in a relationship-driven lending model that has fostered a loyal local customer base. The primary growth opportunity involves deepening its presence in the Mid-Atlantic market and enhancing digital banking efficiency to attract new depositors. However, the company faces risks related to geographic concentration, interest rate sensitivity, and intense competition for deposits. It is best suited for value and dividend-oriented investors who prioritize steady income over high-growth speculative returns. Potential developments to monitor include net interest margin trends and regional economic indicators.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company focuses on steady, moderate growth rather than aggressive expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThis is a quiet, steady stock that rarely exhibits high-momentum price action.
Value investorStrong fitRegional banks often trade on fundamental valuation metrics like P/B and P/E, which may interest value-oriented investors.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a history of paying dividends, making it a potential candidate for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile stable, regional bank stocks are subject to sector-wide interest rate and economic risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumBank stocks can be sensitive to macroeconomic data and interest rate changes.
Valuation riskMediumValuations are tied closely to book value and future interest rate expectations.
Competition risk (Banking)Medium / highIntense competition for deposits and lending clients puts pressure on margins.
Business qualityMediumThe business relies on a concentrated geographic market.
Dividend incomeLowDividend payouts depend on the bank's ability to maintain earnings stability.
Execution riskMediumOperational success requires effective credit underwriting and expense management.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 103.9%
Avg. Invested days 98
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
PKBK has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+37.3%) supports the fundamentals score.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PKBK's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 53.3% and operating margin of 34.2%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is PKBK's strongest growth driver at +37.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+12.9%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+11.1%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 67.8% and approximately 83.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 15.31% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.68%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.43%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.91%
Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership 3.10%
Ategra Capital Management LLC 2.92%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PKBK generates approximately $533 of gross profit, $342 of operating income, and $266 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: 23.54%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
PKBK 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 380.37M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.42
1Y Target Price 13
Price to earnings Ratio 8.42
1Y Target Price 13
Volume (30-day avg) 40.3K shares
Beta 0.52
52 Weeks Range 20.08 - 35.48
Updated Date 10/18/2026
52 Weeks Range 20.08 - 35.48
Updated Date 10/18/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.27%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.84

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on commercial and retail loans minus interest paid on deposits.The bank primarily makes money on the spread between what it earns on loans and what it pays customers for deposits.
Non-Interest IncomeService fees, mortgage banking income, and other banking-related charges.This is supplemental income generated from fees and services rather than interest.
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Valuation

Trailing PE 8.42
Forward PE 7.66
Enterprise Value 353.37M
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.28
Enterprise Value 353.37M
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.28
Enterprise Value to Revenue 6.36
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 11.76M
Shares Floating 9.78M
Shares Outstanding 11.76M
Shares Floating 9.78M
Percent Insiders 15.31
Percent Institutions 67.84

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

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)

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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