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BWFG Stock Chart & Stats
$52.70
$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$52.70
$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$36.23 - $60.50
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.21K
Average Volume (3M)46.81K
Market Cap
$467.23M
Enterprise Value$357.31M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$211.16M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$129.76M
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.5
Beta0.77
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS Estimate
1.29Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.66%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.06
Shares Outstanding7,973,180
10 Day Avg. Volume88,697
30 Day Avg. Volume46,810
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.04
Price to Book (P/B)1.18
Price to Sales (P/S)1.71
P/FCF Ratio13.09
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.76
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.69
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit3.09
Enterprise Value/Ebitda6.15
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$58.00Price Target Upside10.06% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)5.42
Revenue Forecast (FY)$123.97M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improving Profitability & MarginsSustained margin expansion and stronger TTM profitability increase earnings power and resilience to cyclical revenue shifts. Higher operating margins support internal capital generation for lending, dividends and targeted buybacks, improving strategic optionality over the next several quarters.
Core Deposit Growth & Funding MixLarge sequential core deposit inflows and a meaningful reduction in brokered funding materially strengthen funding stability and lower funding costs. A stickier deposit base supports sustainable net interest margin and funds loan growth with less reliance on volatile wholesale sources.
Strong Free Cash Flow ConversionHigh FCF conversion demonstrates cash quality of reported earnings and supports durable capital returns and balance sheet reinvestment. Reliable cash conversion improves the bank’s ability to fund operations, dividends, and modest buybacks without stressing liquidity.
Bears Say
Capital Below Internal TargetCapital ratios just below management targets constrain the pace and scale of buybacks and reduce strategic flexibility. Until CET1 and tangible equity materially exceed targets, management will likely prioritize capital build and limit more aggressive shareholder returns or larger balance-sheet initiatives.
CRE Concentration & Rising NPAsA meaningful share of CRE-driven nonaccruals and lingering concentration risk create downside exposure if local CRE fundamentals soften. Elevated NPAs require ongoing provisioning and can pressure earnings and capital if problem credits persist or if resolution timelines extend.
Earnings & Cash Flow VolatilityHistoric swings in earnings and operating cash flow reduce predictability for capital planning and dividend/buyback cadence. Sensitivity to rate and credit cycles means performance can reverse quickly, requiring conservative provisioning and limiting long-term planning certainty.
Bankwell Financial Group News
BWFG FAQ
What was Bankwell Financial Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bankwell Financial Group lowest stock price was $36.23 and its highest was $60.50 in the past 12 months.
What is Bankwell Financial Group’s market cap?
Bankwell Financial Group’s market cap is $467.23M.
When is Bankwell Financial Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
Bankwell Financial Group’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 21 days.
How were Bankwell Financial Group’s earnings last quarter?
Bankwell Financial Group released its earnings results on Apr 22, 2026. The company reported $1.41 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.223 by $0.187.
Is Bankwell Financial Group overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Bankwell Financial Group’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Bankwell Financial Group pay dividends?
Bankwell Financial Group pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.2 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.66%. See more information on Bankwell Financial Group dividends here
What is Bankwell Financial Group’s EPS estimate?
Bankwell Financial Group’s EPS estimate is 1.29.
How many shares outstanding does Bankwell Financial Group have?
Bankwell Financial Group has 7,973,180 shares outstanding.
What happened to Bankwell Financial Group’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Bankwell Financial Group reported an EPS of $1.41 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.223. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.901%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bankwell Financial Group?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BWFG
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Bankwell Financial Group Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$58.00 (10.06% Upside)
$58.00 (10.06% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
BWFG Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 67%
Sector Average 67%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $106.1K 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
54.51%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
13.31%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.97%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Bankwell Financial Group
Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. operates as the parent company for Bankwell Bank, delivering a full spectrum of financial services to both individual consumers and business clients. Its foundational deposit offerings encompass checking, savings, and money market accounts, as well as certificates of deposit. The institution also extends a wide array of lending products. These include residential mortgages for owner-occupied properties (ranging from single-family homes to four-unit dwellings) intended for personal use, alongside home equity loans and lines of credit. For its commercial clientele, Bankwell provides financing secured by commercial real estate, multi-family residences, and investor-owned residential properties (one to four units). It also offers commercial construction loans for development projects such as apartment complexes, condominiums, office buildings, retail spaces, and other income-generating properties. Further loan options include land loans, commercial business loans (often backed by corporate assets and personal guarantees from business owners), and loans secured by customer savings or certificate accounts and automobiles. Additionally, the bank offers unsecured personal loans and overdraft protection lines of credit. The company maintains a network of branch locations across Connecticut, specifically in New Canaan, Stamford, Fairfield, Wilton, Westport, Darien, Norwalk, and Hamden. Established in 2002 under its former name, BNC Financial Group, Inc., the organization rebranded to Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. in September 2013. Its corporate headquarters are located in New Canaan, Connecticut.
BWFG Company Deck
BWFG Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a generally constructive picture: solid GAAP earnings, tangible core deposit growth, meaningful loan production, improved deposit costs, and healthy credit metrics with a provision release. Management raised noninterest income guidance and reaffirmed full-year net interest income guidance while executing balance sheet optimization (notably a 50% reduction in broker deposits since 2022). Offsetting items were modest NIM pressure from loan repricing and day-count effects, a seasonal hit to PPNR/efficiency in Q1, a small uptick in NPAs (CRE-related) and ongoing competitive pressure for deposits. Capital ratios are improving but remain below the stated CET1 target, limiting more aggressive buybacks. Overall, positives outweigh the near-term headwinds, with management confident in continued execution.View all BWFG earnings summariesBWFG Stock 12 Month Forecast
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Average Price Target
$58.00
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Ownership Overview
20.79% Insiders
10.10% Mutual Funds
11.22% Other Institutional Investors
45.51% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
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