The current price of BFST is $32.28 — it has decreased by 2.12% since the previous close. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
BFST is up 0.50% over the past week, up 4.57% over the past month and up 29.28% over the past year. The price is above its 200-day moving average of $29.44.
Analysts' average 12-month price target for BFST is $36.00, which implies 11.52% upside from the current price. Individual estimates range from $36.00 to $36.00.
Of the 5 analysts covering Business First Bancshares, Inc., 1 rates it a strong buy and 4 rate it a buy. The overall consensus is bullish. Analyst ratings are opinions and do not guarantee future performance.
Business First Bancshares, Inc. has a market capitalization of $1.04B. The company belongs to the Financial Services sector. Compare it with other companies in the stock screener.
In its most recent quarterly report, Business First Bancshares, Inc. posted earnings of $0.79 per share against an estimate of $0.745, beating expectations by 6.04%. Upcoming reports are listed in the earnings calendar.
Business First Bancshares, Inc. reported revenue of $93.18M in its most recent quarter, which has increased by 15.30% compared with the same quarter a year earlier. Analysts had expected $93.25M.
Yes. Business First Bancshares, Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The latest payment of $0.15 per share has a payment date of Nov 30, 2026, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 1.86%.
In the latest trading session BFST moved between $32.13 and $33.69, a range of 4.83% of its current price.
Investing in stocks requires thorough research: study the company's financials, related news and technical analysis before making a decision. Technical analysis of Business First Bancshares, Inc. shows a buy rating today and a strong buy rating on the weekly timeframe. Market conditions change quickly, so it is worth looking further ahead as well — the 1-month rating for Business First Bancshares, Inc. is buy. Technical ratings are indicators, not investment advice.
Over the past 52 weeks BFST has traded between $24.19 and $33.69. The current price is 4.19% below its 52-week high.
Figures as of Nov 5, 2026. This information is provided for general purposes only and is not investment advice.