- ISIN
- US12326C1053
- CUSIP
- 12326C105
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Banks - Regional
- IPO Date
- Apr 9, 2018
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $1.04B
- Enterprise Value
- $464.21M
- EPS (TTM)
- $4.04
- PE Ratio
- 7.88
- PEG Ratio
- 2.31
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $508.38M
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $160.72M
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $169.97M
- Year Range
- $22.56 - $32.39
- Target Price
- $33.00
- ROA (TTM)
- 1.04%
- ROE (TTM)
- 9.22%
- Avg. Volume (1M)
- 233K
- Avg. Volume Value (1M)
- $7.19M
Share Price Chart
Loading charts...
Compare stocks, funds, or ETFs
Search for stocks, ETFs, and funds for a quick comparison or use the comparison tool for more options.
Performance
BFST Performance Chart
Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) is up 23.0% since the beginning of the year. At $32 per share, BFST is trading just below its 52-week high of $32. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of BFST shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,530.
Loading charts...
Compare this symbol against anything
Returns By Period
Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) has returned 23.04% so far this year and 41.98% over the past 12 months.
Business First Bancshares, Inc.
- 1D
- -0.38%
- 1M
- 3.85%
- 6M
- 14.18%
- YTD
- 23.04%
- 1Y
- 41.98%
- 3Y*
- 17.18%
- 5Y*
- 8.88%
- 10Y*
- —
- ALL TIME*
- 4.99%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- 0.70%
- 1M
- 0.09%
- 6M
- 7.94%
- YTD
- 9.41%
- 1Y
- 20.07%
- 3Y*
- 17.84%
- 5Y*
- 11.25%
- 10Y*
- 13.26%
- ALL TIME*
- 8.09%
BFST Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Apr 11, 2018, BFST's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.81%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 7.2 years.
Historically, 57% of months were positive and 43% were negative. The best month was Jul 2023 with a return of +35.7%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -43.9%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, BFST closed higher 49% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 26, 2020 with a return of +32.9%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -27.3%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.77% | -2.58% | -0.95% | 1.26% | 4.60% | 7.90% | 3.55% | 23.04% | |||||
| 2025 | 5.02% | -1.20% | -8.22% | -5.34% | 3.80% | 3.61% | -3.65% | 5.91% | -5.60% | 3.85% | 6.75% | 0.46% | 4.03% |
| 2024 | -8.52% | 0.22% | -0.76% | -9.38% | 6.95% | 1.45% | 16.82% | -3.31% | 5.12% | 2.03% | 9.35% | -9.82% | 6.86% |
| 2023 | -6.32% | 1.07% | -17.80% | -9.98% | -4.70% | 3.43% | 35.70% | 0.57% | -8.26% | 4.16% | 4.25% | 21.85% | 14.39% |
| 2022 | -3.04% | -4.16% | -7.10% | -8.92% | 0.41% | -3.71% | 10.18% | 0.97% | -8.73% | 15.10% | -4.61% | -5.87% | -20.22% |
| 2021 | -0.29% | 8.72% | 8.92% | -0.67% | 3.20% | -5.94% | 1.57% | 3.13% | -2.22% | 14.07% | 3.51% | 2.95% | 41.72% |
Benchmark Metrics
Business First Bancshares, Inc. has an annualized alpha of -1.58%, beta of 1.02, and R2 of 0.23 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since April 11, 2018.
- This stock participated in 86.51% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 59.42% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R2 of 0.23 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- -1.58%
- Beta
- 1.02
- R²
- 0.23
- Upside Capture
- 59.42%
- Downside Capture
- 86.51%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
BFST ranks 83 for risk / return — above 83% of stocks peers on PortfoliosLab. Its historical combined result is among the stronger results in the peer group.
Risk / Return Metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| BFST | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | +0.07 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | +0.23 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.27 | 1.25 | +0.01 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.76 | 2.00 | +0.75 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 6.60 | 8.49 | -1.89 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Business First Bancshares, Inc. provided a 1.85% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.59 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 7 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.59 | $0.57 | $0.56 | $0.50 | $0.48 | $0.46 | $0.40 | $0.38 | $0.24 |
Dividend yield | 1.85% | 2.18% | 2.18% | 2.03% | 2.17% | 1.62% | 1.96% | 1.52% | 0.99% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Business First Bancshares, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.00 | $0.15 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.15 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.30 | |||||
| 2025 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.15 | $0.00 | $0.57 |
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.56 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.50 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.48 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.10 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.46 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
Business First Bancshares, Inc. has a dividend yield of 1.85%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market.
Payout Ratio
Business First Bancshares, Inc. has a payout ratio of 24.78%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that Business First Bancshares, Inc. strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
Loading charts...
Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Business First Bancshares, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Business First Bancshares, Inc. was 65.66%, occurring on Mar 19, 2020. Recovery took 411 trading sessions.
The current Business First Bancshares, Inc. drawdown is 0.81%.
Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater | Related event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
-65.66%Mar 2020 | 1y 11mo | 1y 7mo | 3y 6moApr 2018 - Nov 2021 | COVID crash2020 |
-52.07%May 2023 | 1y 3mo | 1y 6mo | 2y 10moJan 2022 - Nov 2024 | — |
-27.27%Apr 2025 | 4mo 27d | 10mo 1d | 1y 2moNov 2024 - Feb 2026 | 2025 selloff2025 |
-13.49%Mar 2026 | 1mo 13d | 3mo 6d | 4mo 19dFeb 2026 - Jun 2026 | — |
-5.67%Jul 2026 | 6d | 19d | 25dJul 2026 - Jul 2026 | — |
Drawdown Indicators
| BFST | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -65.66% | -56.78% | -8.88% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -13.49% | -9.10% | -4.39% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -27.27% | -18.90% | -8.37% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -52.07% | -25.43% | -26.64% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -0.81% | -1.58% | +0.77% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -19.31% | -10.70% | -8.61% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 5.64% | 2.14% | +3.50% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
Loading charts...
Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Business First Bancshares, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Business First Bancshares, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for BFST, comparing it with other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. Currently, BFST has a P/E ratio of 7.9. This P/E ratio is considered low compared to industry peers, which may suggest that the stock is undervalued or that the company has weaker growth prospects.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for BFST compared to other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. BFST currently has a PEG ratio of 2.3. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for BFST relative to other companies in the Banks - Regional industry. Currently, BFST has a P/S ratio of 1.4. This P/S ratio is low compared to the industry average. It may indicate that the stock is undervalued relative to its revenue, or that the market expects slower growth or lower margins.
Income Statement
| TTM | |
|---|---|
Revenue | |
Total Revenue | — |
Cost Of Revenue | — |
Gross Profit | — |
Operating Expenses | |
Selling, General & Admin Expenses | — |
R&D Expenses | — |
Depreciation And Amortization | — |
Total Operating Expenses | — |
Income | |
Income Before Tax | — |
Operating Income | — |
EBITDA | — |
EBIT | — |
Earnings From Continuing Operations | — |
Net Income | — |
Income Tax Expense | — |
Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses) | — |
Extraordinary Items | — |
Discontinued Operations | — |
Effect Of Accounting Charges | — |
Non Recurring | — |
Minority Interest | — |
Other Items | — |
Interest Income | — |
Interest Expense | — |
Net Interest Income | — |
Build a portfolio with BFST
Add Business First Bancshares, Inc. to a portfolio and analyze allocations for your target — whether that's maximizing returns, minimizing drawdowns, or balancing risk across holdings.
Open Portfolio Analyzer with BFST