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RBB Bancorp(RBB)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
4-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$26.32
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RBB

10/26/2026: RBB (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

RBB Bancorp is a regional bank holding company known for its focus on the Asian-American community and commercial real estate lending. Its main strength lies in its specialized relationship-based model, which has historically supported stable earnings. The primary growth opportunity involves digital service expansion and potential targeted acquisitions. However, the company faces risks related to geographic concentration in California, competition from larger regional banks, and sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations. RBB may suit value and dividend-focused investors looking for steady income, though they should monitor loan quality and regional economic indicators as key developments impacting the company's long-term performance.

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 regional economic cycles and niche market saturation rather than rapid, disruptive expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on favorable interest rate environments and positive earnings surprises.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that may appeal to value investors focused on book value and earnings multiples.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company maintains a consistent dividend policy, offering steady income potential for shareholders.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the bank carries inherent sector-specific risks, including interest rate and credit volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highAs a smaller regional bank, the stock can experience significant price swings based on sectoral and interest rate news.
Valuation riskMediumWhile often reasonably priced, valuations remain sensitive to earnings growth expectations and the macroeconomic environment.
Competition risk (niche banking competition)HighRBB faces constant competitive pressure from other regional and community banks serving the Asian-American market.
Business qualityMediumThe bank possesses a stable core business, though it lacks the diversification of larger, multi-regional financial institutions.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are subject to the bank's earnings performance and capital allocation priorities.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully integrating acquisitions and maintaining loan quality requires disciplined management execution.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

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 74.97%
Avg. Invested days 65
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RBB receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RBB has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+19.8%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 17.9%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+2.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RBB's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (17.9% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is RBB's strongest growth driver at +19.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-26.2%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 60.9% and approximately 92.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.40% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.64%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.33%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.79%
American Century Companies Inc 3.17%
Acadian Asset Management LLC 2.37%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RBB generates approximately $499 of gross profit, $177 of operating income, and $179 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains weak.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 24.18%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RBB has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 447.26M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.25
1Y Target Price 28.9
Price to earnings Ratio 10.25
1Y Target Price 28.9
Volume (30-day avg) 98.5K shares
Beta 1.03
52 Weeks Range 17.83 - 28.07
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.83 - 28.07
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.41%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.58

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on loans and securities minus interest paid on deposits and borrowings.This is the primary way RBB makes money, driven by the spread between loan rates and deposit costs.
Non-Interest IncomeService charges, deposit fees, and other commissions earned from banking products.This represents supplemental revenue streams that diversify income beyond interest spreads.
Regional Geography (California/US)Banking services delivered primarily through branches and online in target US markets.The bank's health is closely tied to the economic performance of Southern California and the broader US economy.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-19
When After Market
Estimate 0.57
Actual 0.74

Profitability

Profit Margin 33.8%
Operating Margin (TTM) 48.29%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.05%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.44%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.25
Forward PE 12.21
Enterprise Value 552.14M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.42
Enterprise Value 552.14M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.42
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.33
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 16.92M
Shares Floating 15.71M
Shares Outstanding 16.92M
Shares Floating 15.71M
Percent Insiders 6.4
Percent Institutions 60.88

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)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

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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