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BWFG Stock Chart & Stats
$62.21
$1.38(2.22%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$62.21
$1.38(2.22%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$38.89 - $69.21
Previous CloseN/A
Volume21.32K
Average Volume (3M)46.81K
Market Cap
$539.86M
Enterprise Value$377.32
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$211.16M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$129.76M
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.6
Beta0.81
Next Earnings
Oct 28, 2026EPS Estimate
1.44Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.17%
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 Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$72.00Price Target Upside15.74% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)5.44
Revenue Forecast (FY)$124.40M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Margin & ProfitabilitySustained margin expansion and rising net interest income signal that core lending economics are improving. Higher NIM and healthier net margin support durable earnings power from interest spread rather than one‑time items, increasing resilience to moderate revenue and credit cycle swings.
Deposit Franchise & Funding MixMeaningful growth in core deposits and a material reduction in brokered funding strengthen liquidity and lower funding cost sensitivity. A larger low‑cost core base supports sustainable loan growth and reduces reliance on volatile wholesale channels over the medium term.
Cash Generation & CapitalStrong free cash flow conversion and rising tangible book value provide internal financing for growth, dividends and capital cushions. Solid CET1 and total capital ratios give flexibility for loan growth and investment without immediate external capital dependence.
Bears Say
Rising Operating ExpenseA higher expense run‑rate from investments and compensation can compress long‑term efficiency if revenue momentum slows. Over multi‑quarter horizons, persistent expense increases require sustained NII or fee growth to preserve return on equity and margin durability.
Funding ConcentrationA roughly 17% brokered deposit share leaves the bank exposed to potential outflows or repricing risk relative to a pure core deposit base. Persistent concentration increases funding cost sensitivity and could force higher priced deposits during stress, pressuring margins.
Earnings & Cash‑Flow VolatilityTrack record of sharp earnings and operating cash‑flow swings indicates sensitivity to rate, credit and business‑mix cycles. Such volatility complicates capital planning and increases provisioning risk, making earnings durability contingent on stable credit and rate environments.
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BWFG FAQ
What was Bankwell Financial Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bankwell Financial Group lowest stock price was $38.89 and its highest was $69.21 in the past 12 months.
What is Bankwell Financial Group’s market cap?
Bankwell Financial Group’s market cap is $539.86M.
When is Bankwell Financial Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
Bankwell Financial Group’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 28, 2026 which is in 88 days.
How were Bankwell Financial Group’s earnings last quarter?
Bankwell Financial Group released its earnings results on Jul 23, 2026. The company reported $1.52 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.287 by $0.233.
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 1.17%. See more information on Bankwell Financial Group dividends here
What is Bankwell Financial Group’s EPS estimate?
Bankwell Financial Group’s EPS estimate is 1.44.
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 $1.52 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.287. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.798%.
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:
$72.00 (15.74% Upside)
$72.00 (15.74% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
BWFG Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
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
1.17%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.38%
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
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed broad operational and financial momentum — sequential and year-over-year loan and deposit growth, margin expansion, improved credit metrics, meaningful SBA contribution, stronger capital and tangible book value, and improved efficiency. Headwinds are manageable: management is increasing targeted investments and compensation (raising expense guidance), the one-time time-deposit repricing benefit will fade, brokered funding remains elevated relative to an aggressive sub-10% target, and competition in certain loan markets is increasing. Overall, positives (growth, margin, credit improvement, capital) materially outweigh the caveats around expense and funding cadence.View all BWFG earnings summariesBWFG Stock 12 Month Forecast
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Average Price Target
$72.00
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Ownership Overview
20.79% Insiders
10.10% Mutual Funds
0.21% Other Institutional Investors
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