NASDAQ:SMBK SmartFinancial (SMBK) Stock Price, News & Analysis → Protect Yourself While There’s Still Time … (From Weiss Ratings) (Ad) Free SMBK Stock Alerts $20.66 -0.18 (-0.86%) (As of 04/26/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$20.39▼$21.0250-Day Range$19.09▼$22.8052-Week Range$18.86▼$25.98Volume41,176 shsAverage Volume33,517 shsMarket Capitalization$352.46 millionP/E Ratio13.24Dividend Yield1.55%Price Target$25.40 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial Media Get SmartFinancial alerts: Email Address SmartFinancial MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingModerate Buy2.80 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside22.9% Upside$25.40 Price TargetShort InterestN/ADividend StrengthModerateBased on Four FactorsSustainabilityN/ANews Sentiment0.15Based on 27 Articles This WeekInsider TradingSelling Shares$51,782 Sold Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth13.76%From $1.89 to $2.15 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.3.48 out of 5 starsFinance Sector360th out of 864 stocksNational Commercial Banks Industry48th out of 85 stocks 2.4 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingSmartFinancial has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.80, and is based on 2 buy ratings, 2 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageSmartFinancial has only been the subject of 4 research reports in the past 90 days. Previous Next N/A Short Interest Short InterestThere is no current short interest data available for SMBK. Previous Next 2.5 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldSmartFinancial pays a meaningful dividend of 1.54%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthSmartFinancial does not have a long track record of dividend growth.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of SmartFinancial is 20.51%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, SmartFinancial will have a dividend payout ratio of 14.88% next year. This indicates that SmartFinancial will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Previous Next N/A Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreThere is no current Upright™ data available for SMBK. Previous Next 1.7 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentSmartFinancial has a news sentiment score of 0.15. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.45 average news sentiment score of Finance companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 27 news articles for SmartFinancial this week, compared to 1 article on an average week. Previous Next 2.5 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, SmartFinancial insiders have sold 138.96% more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $21,670.00 in company stock and sold $51,782.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 7.80% of the stock of SmartFinancial is held by insiders.Percentage Held by Institutions58.78% of the stock of SmartFinancial is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company. Previous Next 3.1 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for SmartFinancial are expected to grow by 13.76% in the coming year, from $1.89 to $2.15 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of SmartFinancial is 13.24, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 140.98.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of SmartFinancial is 13.24, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Finance sector average P/E ratio of about 54.03.Price to Book Value per Share RatioSmartFinancial has a P/B Ratio of 0.76. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Stansberry ResearchMove Your Money Before May 22The SIX WORDS That Could Destroy America... And The Value of Your Savings. He predicted the dangerous rise of inflation... the death of the 60/40 portfolio... and now, this 40-year market veteran and retirement expert is stepping forward with a new must-see warning for every American. It involves the world's most powerful investors, central bankers, and America's most bitter geopolitical rivals. Here's where Dr. David Eifrig says to move your money immediately. About SmartFinancial Stock (NASDAQ:SMBK)SmartFinancial, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for SmartBank that provides various financial services to individuals and corporate customers in Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida. It operates through Commercial Real Estate, Consumer Real Estate, Construction and Land Development, Commercial and Industrial, Leases, and Consumer and Other segments. The company offers noninterest-bearing and interest-bearing checking, interest-bearing demand, savings, money market, time deposit, individual retirement accounts, as well as certificates of deposit. It also provides commercial and residential real estate, consumer real estate, and construction and land development loans; commercial and financial loans and leases; commercial business and mortgage loans; and direct consumer installment, educational, agriculture, and other revolving credit loans; equipment financing, heavy equipment, semis, and trailers loans and leases to small and mid-size companies; letters of credit; and overdraft facilities. In addition, the company offers wealth management, insurance, mortgage origination, and internet and mobile banking services. SmartFinancial, Inc. is headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee.Read More SMBK Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart SMBK Stock News HeadlinesApril 26, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comKeefe, Bruyette & Woods Lowers SmartFinancial (NASDAQ:SMBK) Price Target to $24.00April 25, 2024 | globenewswire.comSmartFinancial Approves Regular Quarterly Cash DividendApril 26, 2024 | Stansberry Research (Ad)Move Your Money Before May 22The SIX WORDS That Could Destroy America... And The Value of Your Savings. He predicted the dangerous rise of inflation... the death of the 60/40 portfolio... and now, this 40-year market veteran and retirement expert is stepping forward with a new must-see warning for every American. It involves the world's most powerful investors, central bankers, and America's most bitter geopolitical rivals. April 25, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comSmartFinancial First Quarter 2024 Earnings: EPS Beats ExpectationsApril 25, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comSmartFinancial (NASDAQ:SMBK) Upgraded to Overweight by Piper SandlerApril 25, 2024 | seekingalpha.comSmartFinancial, Inc. (SMBK) Q1 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptApril 24, 2024 | msn.comPiper Sandler Upgrades SmartFinancial (SMBK)April 24, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comSmartFinancial, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMBK) Q1 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptApril 26, 2024 | Stansberry Research (Ad)Move Your Money Before May 22The SIX WORDS That Could Destroy America... And The Value of Your Savings. He predicted the dangerous rise of inflation... the death of the 60/40 portfolio... and now, this 40-year market veteran and retirement expert is stepping forward with a new must-see warning for every American. It involves the world's most powerful investors, central bankers, and America's most bitter geopolitical rivals. April 24, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comWhat 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About SmartFinancialApril 24, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comSmartFinancial Inc (SMBK) (Q1 2024) Earnings Call Transcript Highlights: Robust Growth and ...April 24, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comSmartFinancial's (SMBK) Overweight Rating Reaffirmed at StephensApril 24, 2024 | uk.finance.yahoo.comQ1 2024 SmartFinancial Inc Earnings CallApril 23, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comKBW Gives a Hold Rating to SmartFinancial (SMBK)April 22, 2024 | investorplace.comSMBK Stock Earnings: SmartFinancial Beats EPS, Beats Revenue for Q1 2024April 22, 2024 | uk.finance.yahoo.comSmartFinancial Inc. Surpasses Analyst EPS Projections in Q1 2024April 22, 2024 | globenewswire.comSmartFinancial Announces Results for the First Quarter 2024April 21, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comSmartFinancial is about to announce earnings — here's what Wall Street expectsApril 5, 2024 | globenewswire.comSmartFinancial Sets Dates for First Quarter Earnings Release and Conference CallMarch 8, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comSmartFinancial, Inc. (NYSE:SMBK) is a favorite amongst institutional investors who own 52%February 22, 2024 | benzinga.comSmartFinancial Stock (NYSE:SMBK), Short Interest ReportFebruary 7, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comDown -7.29% in 4 Weeks, Here's Why You Should You Buy the Dip in SmarFinancial (SMBK)February 2, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comSmarFinancial (SMBK) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should KnowJanuary 28, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comThere's A Lot To Like About SmartFinancial's (NYSE:SMBK) Upcoming US$0.08 DividendJanuary 25, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comSmartFinancial, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMBK) Q4 2023 Earnings Call TranscriptJanuary 24, 2024 | finanznachrichten.deSmartFinancial, Inc.: SmartFinancial Announces Results for the Fourth Quarter 2023January 22, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comSmartFinancial Inc (SMBK) Reports Mixed Fourth Quarter Results Amidst Economic ChallengesSee More Headlines Receive SMBK Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for SmartFinancial and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings1/22/2024Ex-Dividend for 2/20 Dividend2/01/2024Dividend Payable2/20/2024Today4/26/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)7/22/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ SectorFinance Industry National commercial banks Sub-IndustryN/A Current SymbolNASDAQ:SMBK Previous SymbolOTCMKTS:CSBQ CUSIPN/A CIK1038773 Webwww.smartfinancialinc.com Phone(865) 437-5700FaxN/AEmployees570Year FoundedN/APrice Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$25.40 High Stock Price Target$28.00 Low Stock Price Target$23.00 Potential Upside/Downside+21.9%Consensus RatingModerate Buy Rating Score (0-4)2.80 Research Coverage5 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$1.56 Trailing P/E Ratio13.36 Forward P/E Ratio11.03 P/E GrowthN/ANet Income$28.59 million Net Margins10.65% Pretax Margin15.07% Return on Equity6.94% Return on Assets0.65% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.12 Current Ratio0.88 Quick Ratio0.88 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$240.37 million Price / Sales1.48 Cash Flow$2.83 per share Price / Cash Flow7.37 Book Value$27.06 per share Price / Book0.77Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares17,060,000Free Float15,727,000Market Cap$355.53 million OptionableOptionable Beta0.69 20 Stocks to Sell NowMarketBeat has just released its list of 20 stocks that Wall Street analysts hate. These companies may appear to have good fundamentals, but top analysts smell something seriously rotten. Are any of these companies lurking around your portfolio? Find out by clicking the link below.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Nathan StrallHead of Investor RelationsMs. Kelley L. FowlerSenior VP and Director of Marketing & Public Relations - SmartBankMs. Rebecca C. Boyd (Age 43)Executive VP & Chief People Officer Mr. Gary Wayne Petty Jr. (Age 49)Executive VP & Chief Risk Officer Comp: $140.5kMr. Travis LytleSenior VP and Director of Community Development & Community Reinvestment Act OfficerMr. Monty HatcherExecutive Vice PresidentMs. Robbie Washington (Age 60)Senior VP, Community Reinvestment Act Officer & Director of HMDA Mr. Martin E. SchrodtExecutive VP & Chief Banking OfficerMr. Daniel W. NicholsSenior VP, Cornerstone Community BankMr. James Robert Vercoe Jr. (Age 71)EVP & Relationship Team Manager, Cornerstone Community Bank More ExecutivesKey CompetitorsShore BancsharesNASDAQ:SHBIGuaranty BancsharesNASDAQ:GNTYArrow FinancialNASDAQ:AROWProfessionalNASDAQ:PFHDAlerus FinancialNASDAQ:ALRSView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsSlateStone Wealth LLCBought 500 shares on 4/26/2024Ownership: 0.199%Private Capital Management LLCSold 10,100 shares on 4/11/2024Ownership: 3.419%Gary Wayne Petty JrSold 2,394 sharesTotal: $51,782.22 ($21.63/share)Mendon Capital Advisors CorpBought 76,454 shares on 2/23/2024Ownership: 0.450%Public Employees Retirement System of OhioSold 800 shares on 2/16/2024Ownership: 0.017%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions SMBK Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions Should I buy or sell SmartFinancial stock right now? 5 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for SmartFinancial in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 hold ratings, 2 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" SMBK shares. View SMBK analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is SmartFinancial's stock price target for 2024? 5 Wall Street research analysts have issued 12-month target prices for SmartFinancial's shares. Their SMBK share price targets range from $23.00 to $28.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach $25.40 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 22.9% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for SMBK or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have SMBK shares performed in 2024? SmartFinancial's stock was trading at $24.49 at the start of the year. Since then, SMBK stock has decreased by 15.6% and is now trading at $20.66. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. When is SmartFinancial's next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Monday, July 22nd 2024. View our SMBK earnings forecast. How were SmartFinancial's earnings last quarter? SmartFinancial, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMBK) issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, January, 22nd. The bank reported $0.41 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.43 by $0.02. The bank earned $65.07 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $39.14 million. SmartFinancial had a net margin of 10.65% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 6.94%. During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted $0.76 earnings per share. How often does SmartFinancial pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for SmartFinancial? SmartFinancial announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, April 25th. Investors of record on Friday, May 10th will be given a dividend of $0.08 per share on Tuesday, May 28th. This represents a $0.32 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.55%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, May 9th. Read our dividend analysis for SMBK. Is SmartFinancial a good dividend stock? SmartFinancial (NASDAQ:SMBK) pays an annual dividend of $0.32 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.54%. The dividend payout ratio is 20.51%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, SMBK will have a dividend payout ratio of 14.88% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Read our dividend analysis for SMBK. What is Billy Carroll's approval rating as SmartFinancial's CEO? 19 employees have rated SmartFinancial Chief Executive Officer Billy Carroll on Glassdoor.com. Billy Carroll has an approval rating of 95% among the company's employees. This puts Billy Carroll in the top 30% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies. What other stocks do shareholders of SmartFinancial own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other SmartFinancial investors own include Edwards Lifesciences (EW), General Mills (GIS), STAG Industrial (STAG), Trevena (TRVN), Eastman Chemical (EMN), Great Panther Mining (GPL), Louisiana-Pacific (LPX), Pfizer (PFE) and PulteGroup (PHM). Who are SmartFinancial's major shareholders? SmartFinancial's stock is owned by a variety of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include SlateStone Wealth LLC (0.20%). Insiders that own company stock include Cathy G Ackermann, David Austin Ogle, Gary Wayne Petty Jr, Geoffrey Alan Wolpert, John M Presley, Keith Edward Whaley, Rhett D Jordan, Wesley Miller Welborn and William Young Jr Carroll. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of SmartFinancial? Shares of SMBK stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. 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