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C&F Financial Corp. (CFFI)
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C&F Financial (CFFI) Price & Analysis

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CFFI Stock Chart & Stats

$69.80
$0.05(0.07%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$69.80
$0.05(0.07%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Consistent Revenue Growth And Solid ProfitabilityC&F has delivered multi-year revenue growth and maintained steady returns (ROE ~10–11%) with TTM net margin ~15% and EBIT margin ~18%. That consistent profitability provides a durable earnings base to fund lending, reserves and shareholder distributions over a 2–6 month horizon and beyond.
Improving Leverage And CapitalizationLeverage has meaningfully declined and equity has risen, producing a lower debt-to-equity (~0.39 TTM). Stronger capitalization enhances regulatory buffers, supports loan growth and gives management flexibility on dividends and portfolio repositioning, reducing insolvency and funding risk over the medium term.
Capital-accretive Portfolio Moves And Shareholder ReturnsManagement executed a capital-accretive sale (estimated pre-tax gain ~$8.3M) and shifted securities into higher-yield instruments, forecast to widen NIM ~9 bps and increase EPS. Coupled with an ongoing dividend raise and declared regular payout, this signals disciplined capital allocation and long-term focus on core banking returns.
Bears Say
Sharply Weaker Free Cash Flow And Cash ConversionFree cash flow has declined materially (TTM down ~50%), and FCF now covers a smaller share of net income (~0.82). Reduced cash conversion increases vulnerability when funding needs or loan losses emerge, constraining reinvestment, dividend flexibility and capacity to absorb shocks in the 2–6 month horizon.
Margin Compression Relative To Prior Peak LevelsReported margins have compressed from peak cycle levels in 2021–2022 to current TTM net margins (~15%). A less favorable earnings mix and narrower margins reduce the buffer against rising credit costs or funding pressures, limiting the bank's ability to maintain profit growth under adverse rate or credit scenarios.
Concentrated Regional Footprint (Virginia-focused)C&F is primarily concentrated in Virginia, which concentrates credit, deposit and economic exposure to a single regional economy. Limited geographic diversification increases sensitivity to local downturns, sector-specific shocks or real-estate stresses, raising cyclical risk relative to more diversified regional peers.

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CFFI FAQ

What was C&F Financial Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
C&F Financial Corp. lowest stock price was $57.09 and its highest was $80.99 in the past 12 months.
    What is C&F Financial Corp.’s market cap?
    C&F Financial Corp.’s market cap is $234.87M.
      When is C&F Financial Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      C&F Financial Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 65 days.
        How were C&F Financial Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
        C&F Financial Corp. released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported $2.077 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $2.077.
          Is C&F Financial Corp. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts C&F Financial Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does C&F Financial Corp. pay dividends?
            C&F Financial Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.46 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.55%. See more information on C&F Financial Corp. dividends here
              What is C&F Financial Corp.’s EPS estimate?
              C&F Financial Corp.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does C&F Financial Corp. have?
              C&F Financial Corp. has 3,254,362 shares outstanding.
                What happened to C&F Financial Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                C&F Financial Corp. reported an EPS of $2.077 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.241%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of C&F Financial Corp.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CFFI
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                    Company Description

                    C&F Financial Corp.

                    C&F Financial Corporation operates as a bank holding company for Citizens and Farmers Bank that provides banking services to individuals and businesses. The company's Retail Banking offers various banking services, including checking and savings deposit accounts, as well as business, real estate, development, mortgage, home equity, and installment loans. It also provides ATMs, Internet and mobile banking, and debit and credit cards, as well as safe deposit box rentals, notary public, electronic transfer, and other customary bank services. This segment offers its services through its main office in West Point, Virginia, as well as through 30 Virginia branches located 1 each in Albermarle, Goochland, Hanover, Middlesex, Powhatan, Stafford, York, Charlottesville, Hampton, Montross, Newport News, Richmond, Warsaw, and Williamsburg; 2 each in the counties of Cumberland, James City, King George, and New Kent; and four each in the counties of Chesterfield and Henrico. The company's Mortgage Banking segment provides various residential mortgage loans; originates conventional mortgage loans, mortgage loans insured by the Federal Housing Administration, and mortgage loans guaranteed by the United States Department of Agriculture and the Veterans Administration; and ancillary mortgage loan origination services for residential appraisals, as well as various mortgage origination functions to third parties. It provides mortgage loan origination services through 11 offices in Virginia, 1 office in Maryland, and 2 offices in North Carolina, as well as through 1 each in South Carolina and West Virginia. The company's Consumer Finance segment provides automobile loans through its offices in Richmond and Hampton, Virginia. It also offers brokerage and wealth management services; and insurance products. In addition, the company provides title and settlement agency, and insurance services. C&F Financial Corporation was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in West Point, Virginia.

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