Equity Bancshares, Inc. (EQBK)
| Market Cap | 928.63M +36.1% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 220.68M -1.8% |
| Net Income | 24.65M -61.2% |
| EPS | 1.28 -67.6% |
| Shares Out | 20.64M |
| PE Ratio | 35.37 |
| Forward PE | 9.00 |
| Dividend | $0.72 (1.60%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Volume | 27,117 |
| Open | 45.23 |
| Previous Close | 44.91 |
| Day's Range | 44.99 - 45.53 |
| 52-Week Range | 36.04 - 50.07 |
| Beta | 0.79 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 51.33 (+14.09%) |
| Earnings Date | Apr 14, 2026 |
About EQBK
Equity Bancshares, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Equity Bank that provides a range of banking, mortgage banking, and financial services to individual and corporate customers. It accepts demand, savings, money market, and time deposits. The company’s loan products include commercial and industrial, commercial real estate, commercial lines of credit, working capital, term, equipment and aircraft financing, acquisition, expansion and development, borrowing base, real estate construction, government guaranteed, letter of credit, and... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, Equity Bancshares's revenue was $201.10 million, a decrease of -8.75% compared to the previous year's $220.37 million. Earnings were $22.73 million, a decrease of -63.71%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 3 analysts, the average rating for EQBK stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $51.33, which is an increase of 14.09% from the latest price.
News
Equity Bancshares price target lowered to $47 from $48 at DA Davidson
DA Davidson analyst Jeff Rulis lowered the firm’s price target on Equity Bancshares (EQBK) to $47 from $48 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares after its Q1 results.
Equity Bancshares price target raised to $58 from $57 at Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler raised the firm’s price target on Equity Bancshares (EQBK) to $58 from $57 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm believes Wednesday’s underperformance was unwarranted…
Equity Bancshares Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
Frontier acquisition fueled 20% asset growth, record revenue, and strong capital ratios. Adjusted earnings rose to $26.2M, with robust loan and deposit growth, cost savings on track, and a positive outlook for 2026.
Equity Bancshares reports Q1 EPS $1.23, consensus $1.16
Reports Q1 revenue $83.2M, consensus $82.4M. “2026 is off to a promising start for our Company, as we formally welcomed the customers and talented team members from Frontier in January,”…
Equity Bancshares, Inc. First Quarter Results Highlighted by Record Revenue and An Expanding Franchise
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, reported net income of $17.0 milli...
Equity Bancshares, Inc. Will Announce First Quarter 2026 Results on April 14, 2026
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:EQBK), (“Equity”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, will release its first quarter financial results on Tuesday, April 14...
Equity Bancshares price target raised to $52 from $50 at DA Davidson
DA Davidson raised the firm’s price target on Equity Bancshares (EQBK) to $52 from $50 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The company’s net interest margins remained relatively…
Equity Bancshares price target raised to $49 from $47 at Keefe Bruyette
Keefe Bruyette raised the firm’s price target on Equity Bancshares (EQBK) to $49 from $47 and keeps a Market Perform rating on the shares.
Equity Bancshares Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025
Ended 2025 with nearly 50% asset growth and strong earnings, driven by the Frontier merger and disciplined loan and deposit strategies. Margin and capital ratios improved, with 2026 guidance targeting over $5 EPS and mid-single-digit loan growth.
Equity Bancshares reports Q4 EPS , consensus $1.13
Reports Q4 NII $72.88M, consensus $73.65M. Q4 net interest margin was 4.47% vs. 4.45% in Q3 and 4.17% a year ago. Tangible book value per diluted common share was $32.43…
Equity Bancshares, Inc. Fourth Quarter Results Highlighted by Earnings and Net Interest Margin Expansion
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #EquityBankUSA--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, reported net incom...
Equity Bancshares price target raised to $57 from $56 at Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler raised the firm’s price target on Equity Bancshares (EQBK) to $57 from $56 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm believes shares will garner premium…
Empire Petroleum Extends $20.0 Million Revolver Loan Facility with Equity Bank Through 2028
TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a third amendment to its Revolver Loan Agreement wi...
Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with Frontier Holdings, LLC
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #EquityBankUSA--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced the completion of its mer...
Equity Bancshares, Inc. Will Announce Fourth Quarter 2025 Results on January 21, 2026
WICHITA, Kan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:EQBK), (“Equity”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, will release its fourth quarter financial results on Wednesday, Januar...
Equity Bancshares Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025
Q3 saw transformational M&A activity, including the NBC Oklahoma merger and a pending Frontier deal, driving significant balance sheet growth. Despite a net loss from bond repositioning, adjusted earnings were strong, with improved margins and stable asset quality. Guidance anticipates continued growth and integration benefits.
Equity Bancshares, Inc. Third Quarter Results Highlighted by Balance Sheet and Net Interest Margin Expansion
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, reported a net loss of $29.7 milli...
Equity Bancshares assumed with an Overweight at Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler assumed coverage of Equity Bancshares (EQBK) with an Overweight rating and $54 price target The firm believes shares will likely garner premium multiples within the next year as…
Equity Bancshares, Inc. Will Announce Third Quarter 2025 Results on October 14, 2025
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #EquityBankUSA--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:EQBK), (“Equity”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, will release its third quarter financial results on ...
KBRA Comments on Equity Bancshares, Inc.'s Proposed Acquisition of Frontier Holdings, LLC
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--On September 2, 2025, Wichita, KS-based Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) ("Equity” or “the company"), and Omaha, NE-based Frontier Holdings, LLC (“...
Equity Bancshares price target raised to $47 from $45 at Keefe Bruyette
Keefe Bruyette raised the firm’s price target on Equity Bancshares (EQBK) to $47 from $45 and keeps a Market Perform rating on the shares. The firm views the acquisition of…
Equity Bancshares price target raised to $45 from $44 at DA Davidson
DA Davidson raised the firm’s price target on Equity Bancshares (EQBK) to $45 from $44 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm is raising its EPS estimates…
Equity Bancshares Transcript: M&A Announcement
Equity Bancshares is merging with Frontier Holdings to expand into Nebraska, leveraging shared values and strong credit cultures. The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings, with significant cost synergies and a focus on maintaining local leadership and community banking.
Equity Bancshares to acquire Frontier Holdings, sees accretion
Equity Bancshares (EQBK) announced it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Frontier Holdings, the parent company of Frontier Bank in Omaha, Nebraska, adding seven locations to Equity’s ...
Equity Bancshares, Inc. Enters Nebraska, Acquires Frontier Holdings, LLC
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #EquityBankUSA--Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced today i...