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The First Bancorp Inc (FNLC)
NASDAQ:FNLC
US Market

First Bancorp (FNLC) Price & Analysis

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FNLC Stock Chart & Stats

$28.33
-$0.20(-0.77%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$28.33
-$0.20(-0.77%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue And Margin RecoverySustained top-line growth with improved 2025 operating and net margins indicates the franchise is generating healthier core earnings. Over a multi-quarter horizon this suggests improving pricing, loan growth or fee mix that can support earnings resilience and internal capital generation.
Consistent Dividend PolicyA maintained, material quarterly payout signals durable cash generation and board confidence in capital and earnings stability. For regional banks, a consistent dividend reflects prudent capital allocation and helps retain income-focused depositors and investors over the medium term.
Technology & Cyber LeadershipA planned CIO succession with an experienced, certified hire strengthens long-term IT governance, digital delivery and cybersecurity. That reduces operational/tech risk and supports scalable digital channels and efficiency gains critical for competitive positioning in community banking.
Bears Say
Rising Leverage Since 2023A notable uptick in debt reduces financial flexibility and raises interest expense sensitivity if funding costs climb. Over months this can constrain lending capacity, limit capital return options, and increase vulnerability to credit or rate shocks versus the prior lower-leverage profile.
Volatile Cash Flow ConversionIrregular free cash flow weakens confidence in sustainable internal funding for dividends, loan growth and reserves. If 2025 outperformance is non-recurring, management may face tougher choices on capital allocation and provisioning during weaker cash conversion periods.
Margin Compression & Earnings VariabilityStructural margin erosion versus prior peak years and uneven net income point to competitive pressure on yields or rising funding/expense pressures. Persistent compression would limit return on equity expansion and make earnings more cyclical across economic cycles.

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FNLC FAQ

What was The First Bancorp Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
The First Bancorp Inc lowest stock price was $22.11 and its highest was $30.33 in the past 12 months.
    What is The First Bancorp Inc’s market cap?
    The First Bancorp Inc’s market cap is $316.02M.
      When is The First Bancorp Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
      The First Bancorp Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 22, 2026 which is in 26 days.
        How were The First Bancorp Inc’s earnings last quarter?
        The First Bancorp Inc released its earnings results on Jan 21, 2026. The company reported $0.906 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $0.906.
          Is The First Bancorp Inc overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts The First Bancorp Inc’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does The First Bancorp Inc pay dividends?
            The First Bancorp Inc pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.37 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.24%. See more information on The First Bancorp Inc dividends here
              What is The First Bancorp Inc’s EPS estimate?
              The First Bancorp Inc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does The First Bancorp Inc have?
              The First Bancorp Inc has 11,270,319 shares outstanding.
                What happened to The First Bancorp Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                The First Bancorp Inc reported an EPS of $0.906 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.615%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of The First Bancorp Inc?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in FNLC
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    The First Bancorp Inc

                    The First Bancorp, Inc. operates as the holding company for First National Bank that provides a range of banking products and services to individuals and businesses. It offers various deposit products, including demand, NOW, savings, money market, and certificates of deposit accounts. The company also provides commercial real estate loan products, such as mortgage loans to finance investments in real property comprising multi-family residential, commercial/retail, office, industrial, hotel, educational, and other specific or mixed use properties; commercial construction loans to finance construction of owner- and non-owner occupied commercial real estate properties; and other commercial loans, which include revolving and term loan obligations to business and corporate enterprises for the purpose of financing working capital or capital investment. In addition, it offers municipal loans for capitalized expenditures, construction projects, or tax-anticipation notes; residential term loans that include amortizing home mortgages and construction loans, which include loans for owner-occupied residential construction; home equity loans and lines of credit; and consumer loans, which are amortizing loans to individuals collateralized by automobiles, pleasure crafts, and recreation vehicles, as well as unsecured short-term time notes. Further, the company provides private banking, financial planning, investment management, and trust services to individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations, and municipalities, as well as payment processing services. It operates through 18 full-service banking offices in Lincoln, Knox, Waldo, Penobscot, Hancock, and Washington counties in the Mid-Coast, Eastern, and Down East regions of Maine. The company was formerly known as First National Lincoln Corporation and changed its name to The First Bancorp, Inc. in April 2008. The First Bancorp, Inc. was founded in 1864 and is based in Damariscotta, Maine.

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