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BUSE Stock Chart & Stats
$29.85
$0.04(0.13%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$29.85
$0.04(0.13%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$21.63 - $31.33
Previous CloseN/A
Volume214.97K
Average Volume (3M)527.18K
Market Cap
$2.56B
Enterprise Value$2.71K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$169.04M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$662.48M
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.3
Beta0.89
Next Earnings
Oct 27, 2026EPS Estimate
0.66Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.35%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.56
Shares Outstanding84,577,160
10 Day Avg. Volume461,106
30 Day Avg. Volume527,180
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.62
Price to Book (P/B)0.86
Price to Sales (P/S)2.03
P/FCF Ratio12.20
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$32.67Price Target Upside9.44% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)2.47
Revenue Forecast (FY)$797.88M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationImproved operating cash flow (~$236M) and free cash flow (~$217M, ~0.92x net income) indicate stronger cash conversion and earnings quality. Durable FCF supports ongoing dividends, buybacks, and loan growth while providing a buffer for credit losses and strategic reinvestment over the medium term.
Wealth Management GrowthThree consecutive record quarters in wealth fee income and $16.51B in assets under care provide a growing stream of recurring, fee-based revenue. This diversifies earnings away from interest-rate sensitive loan income, stabilizes margins, and supports scalable, less cyclical revenue over coming quarters.
Capital And BuybacksA CET1 ratio of 12.53% maintained alongside sizable repurchases and expanded authorization shows capital generation and disciplined capital deployment. That buffer supports lending capacity, loss absorption, and continued shareholder returns while preserving regulatory and strategic flexibility over the medium term.
Bears Say
Rising Total DebtThe noted increase in total debt from 2025 to the trailing twelve months elevates funding and interest-cost sensitivity. Growing debt can constrain liquidity flexibility and amplify earnings pressure if rates or credit costs rise, reducing room for investment or aggressive capital returns over time.
Margin VolatilityHistorical volatility in net margins and operating profitability shows earnings are sensitive to rate and credit cycles. That variability reduces predictability of medium-term cash flows, complicates capital planning and dividend consistency, and increases the likelihood of swings in reported performance.
ROE Below Prior PeaksWhile ROE recovery to ~8.8% is positive, it still lags prior low-double-digit levels. Persistently sub-peak ROE suggests lower profitability per unit of equity, which can limit long-term shareholder returns and indicates the bank has not fully regained prior operating efficiency or leverage benefits.
First Busey News
BUSE FAQ
What was First Busey Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
First Busey Corp. lowest stock price was $21.63 and its highest was $31.33 in the past 12 months.
What is First Busey Corp.’s market cap?
First Busey Corp.’s market cap is $2.56B.
When is First Busey Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
First Busey Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 27, 2026 which is in 89 days.
How were First Busey Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
First Busey Corp. released its earnings results on Jul 28, 2026. The company reported $0.69 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.633 by $0.057.
Is First Busey Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts First Busey Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does First Busey Corp. pay dividends?
First Busey Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.26 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.35%. See more information on First Busey Corp. dividends here
What is First Busey Corp.’s EPS estimate?
First Busey Corp.’s EPS estimate is 0.66.
How many shares outstanding does First Busey Corp. have?
First Busey Corp. has 84,577,160 shares outstanding.
What happened to First Busey Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
First Busey Corp. reported an EPS of $0.69 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.633. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.604%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of First Busey Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BUSE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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First Busey Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$32.67 (9.44% Upside)
$32.67 (9.44% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
BUSE Sentiment 67%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 108.0K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $145.1K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-10.64%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.35%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.33%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
First Busey Corp.
First Busey Corporation operates as the parent entity for Busey Bank, delivering a comprehensive suite of banking and financial services throughout the United States. Its diverse clientele includes individual consumers, corporate entities, institutional clients, and governmental organizations. The company's operations are strategically divided into three key segments: Banking, FirsTech, and Wealth Management. The core banking division offers a variety of demand and savings deposit accounts, alongside an extensive range of loan products. These encompass commercial, agricultural, real estate (including construction, commercial, and residential), and consumer loans, in addition to home equity lines of credit. Complementing these are services such as money transfers, safe deposit boxes, and IRA administration, all accessible via its network of physical banking centers, ATMs, and digital platforms. Through its Wealth Management arm, First Busey provides sophisticated services including investment management, trust and estate advisory, and financial planning. This segment also specializes in business succession planning, employee retirement programs, investment strategy consulting, fiduciary services, and securities brokerage. Further enhancing its offerings, the corporation delivers asset management, philanthropic advisory, tax preparation, and professional farm management services, as well as commercial depository solutions like cash management. A distinct focus is FirsTech, which provides advanced payment technology solutions. Its platform supports a broad spectrum of payment methods, from walk-in processing at retail agents to online bill payment, telephone-based customer service payments, and mobile bill pay. FirsTech also facilitates direct debits, electronic payment aggregation via the automated clearing house (ACH) network, money management, credit card network services, and lockbox remittance processing for mailed payments. Additionally, it offers tools for billing, reconciliation, payment reminders, and treasury management. First Busey Corporation maintains a significant presence with 46 banking centers located in Illinois, 8 in Missouri, 3 in southwest Florida, and 1 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company was established in 1868 and its primary corporate office is situated in Champaign, Illinois.
BUSE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$32.67
▲(9.44% Upside)
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Ownership Overview
3.31% Insiders
16.24% Mutual Funds
0.61% Other Institutional Investors
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