Insider George Cummings Buys Shares of Business First Bancshares
George Cummings purchases 998 shares of Business First Bancshares on June 25, reflecting insider confidence.
Key Points
- George Cummings bought 998 shares of Business First Bancshares on June 25, showing insider confidence.
- Shares of BFST traded near $30.81 on Tuesday, with a market cap of approximately $1.01 billion and a P/E ratio of 10.93.
- Analysts maintain a strong buy consensus, with DA Davidson and Stephens & Co. setting targets up to $35.
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George Cummings, an insider at Business First Bancshares, Inc. (NasdaqGS: BFST), acquired 998 shares of the company on June 25. This transaction reflects a vote of confidence from within the company, though the purchase price and total value of the transaction weren't disclosed.
Insider Buying and Selling at Business First Bancshares, Inc.
In addition to Cummings' purchase, several other insiders made transactions around the same time. On June 26, Arthur Price, Joseph Vernon Johnson, and Rick Day each bought 1,016 shares. Meanwhile, Joseph Vernon Johnson, Steven Gerard White, and Patrick Mockler sold 1,016 shares each on the same day.
Business First Bancshares, Inc. Stock Down 1.7%
Shares of Business First Bancshares traded near $30.81 on Tuesday. The company, with a market cap of about $1.01 billion, has a P/E ratio of 10.93. The stock's 52-week range is between $22.56 and $31.04, with a 50-day moving average of $28.18 and a 200-day moving average of $26.74. The company has a beta of 0.791, indicating lower volatility compared to the market.
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Analysts Set New Price Targets
Analysts continue to show optimism about Business First Bancshares. On January 26, 2026, DA Davidson maintained its 'buy' rating with a price target of $33.00. Similarly, Stephens & Co. also maintained a 'buy' rating on January 23, 2026, with a target of $35.00. The consensus among analysts is a 'strong buy', with an average target price of $32.40 based on five opinions.
About Business First Bancshares
Business First Bancshares, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for b1BANK, providing a range of banking products and services in Louisiana and Texas. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and led by CEO Mr. David R. Melville III, the company offers deposit accounts, commercial and industrial loans, real estate loans, and consumer loans. It also provides wealth management and various financial services. The company was incorporated in 2006 and employs 821 people.
Bottom Line
Insider buying at Business First Bancshares may indicate confidence in the company's future prospects. Investors often watch these transactions closely, though it's important to remember that these trades are disclosed after they occur. With a strong buy recommendation from analysts and a consistent stock performance, Business First Bancshares remains a company to watch.
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