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Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST)

NASDAQ

$28.75

$-0.68

(-2.33%)

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) Live Price Chart

Page last updated: 2026-02-12 18:53:00

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$851.44M
Open	$29.32
High	$30.32
Low	$9.17
Previous Close	$29.22
Price Change	$-0.68
Percentage Change	-2.33%
Volume	65K

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) Stock Price Today

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) is currently trading at $28.75 as of 2026-02-12 18:53:00, reflecting a -2.33% move ($-0.68) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned +808.27% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, Business First Bancshares, Inc. has recorded a +4.89% price change, indicating a stable performance relative to the broader market.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) 7-Day Stock Price Changes

Over the past seven days, Business First Bancshares, Inc. has traded within a short-term range shaped by market sentiment in the STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS sector. During this period, the stock moved from its previous closing price of $29.92 to the latest recorded price of $28.75, reflecting an intraday change of -2.33%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (65,215), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, BFST has delivered a +808.27% return over the past month and a +4.89% change in the last 12 months, indicating a stable trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST)?

Business First Bancshares Inc is a bank holding company. The company's services include personal and commercial banking, treasury management, and wealth solutions. It provides a range of financial services to small-to-midsized businesses and professionals. The company generates majority of its revenues from interest income on loans, customer service and loan fees, and interest income from securities.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. Information

Industry	STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS
Employees	872
Sector	STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS
Company Website	https://www.b1bank.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is the current share price of Business First Bancshares, Inc.?

The latest trading price for Business First Bancshares, Inc. (Common Stock) is $ 28.75, compared with a previous closing price of $ 29.22. That means the stock has moved -2.33% so far today. Intraday price updates and recent trading activity for BFST can be tracked on the live chart and quote section on this page.

2.Is Business First Bancshares, Inc. stock going up or down?

Looking at recent performances, BFST has returned +808.27% over the past month, +20.95% over the last six months and +4.89% over the past year. These figures capture share-price changes only, not the impact of dividends. Together they describe stable price momentum for Business First Bancshares, Inc. stock, but keep in mind that past returns do not guarantee future results.

3.Where does BFST currently sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

In the most recent 52-week period, Business First Bancshares, Inc. has traded between a low of $ 20.07 and a high of $ 30.32. This 52-week range helps show where today's share price sits relative to its recent highs and lows, and is often used by investors to judge stock volatility, potential support and resistance levels, and whether BFST is currently nearer the top or the bottom of its one-year trading band.

4.How is Business First Bancshares, Inc. classified by sector and industry?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. is classified in the STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS sector. In practice, this means Business First Bancshares, Inc. is grouped with other companies that serve similar end-markets and operate under comparable competitive and regulatory conditions. For investors, knowing BFST’s sector helps with portfolio diversification, peer comparisons, and understanding how broader trends affecting the STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS sector could influence Business First Bancshares, Inc.’s performance.

5.Where is Business First Bancshares, Inc. listed and how large is it by market value?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange in United States. Based on a market capitalization of $ 851.44M, the company is classified as a Small-cap stock. Market cap gives a quick sense of Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s size and importance in the equity market and is often used by investors and index providers when constructing portfolios or benchmarks.

6.What does BFST's EPS tell investors about its profitability?

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 2.33 summarises how much profit Business First Bancshares, Inc. has generated per share over the last year. Rising EPS over time can signal improving profitability or effective share repurchases, while flat or declining EPS may point to slower growth or margin pressure. EPS is a key input into valuation metrics such as P/E and is often monitored closely around earnings announcements.

7.How can I track Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s financial performance over time?

To follow Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s financial performance, investors typically review its quarterly and annual reports, which include detailed income statements, balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Combining these filings with key market data shown on this page—such as share price trends, P/E and dividend yield—provides a more complete view of how BFST is performing and how the market is responding.

8.When is Business First Bancshares, Inc. expected to report earnings?

Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s next scheduled earnings release is currently expected on -- (the date may be updated by the company). Earnings announcements often act as important catalysts for BFST, as they provide updated information on revenue, profitability and management's outlook.

9.What usually comes out in Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s earnings reports?

Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s earnings reports typically include headline figures such as revenue, net income and EPS, along with commentary on segment performance, margins, cash flow and guidance for future periods. Investors compare these results with market expectations and prior periods to assess whether BFST is meeting, beating or missing expectations.

10.How can I stay informed about Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s results and guidance?

You can stay up to date on Business First Bancshares, Inc. by reviewing its quarterly earnings releases, listening to or reading transcripts of earnings calls, and following company news and filings. Pairing this fundamental information with the price and return data for BFST on this page helps you see how new information is being reflected in the stock.

11.Does Business First Bancshares, Inc. pay a regular cash dividend to its shareholders?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. Paying. Based on the latest information, the stock has an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 0.65 per share and a current dividend yield of 0.0227 at the recent share price. Dividends are typically paid --, although the board can change the dividend policy at any time. Income-focused investors often monitor BFST's dividend level, payment frequency and any announcements about future dividends when assessing the stock's appeal as a dividend-paying investment.

12.What are the current dividend yield and dividend payout ratio for BFST?

Based on the latest earnings data, BFST has a dividend yield of 0.0227 and a dividend payout ratio of 0.2801. The dividend yield shows how much cash return an investor receives from dividends each year relative to the current share price, helping assess whether Business First Bancshares, Inc. is an attractive income stock. The dividend payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings Business First Bancshares, Inc. distributes to shareholders as dividends versus how much it retains to reinvest in the business, which is an important indicator of dividend sustainability and room for future dividend growth.

13.What kind of business is Business First Bancshares, Inc.?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. is a publicly traded company in the STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS industry within the STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS sector. It generates revenue from products and services related to this core business area, and investors can find a detailed description of its operations, strategy and geographic exposure in the company's annual report and other regulatory filings.

14.How is BFST valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. currently trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 12.63, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ 2.33. P/E is calculated by dividing the share price by EPS and shows how much investors are paying today for each unit of Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s earnings. Comparing BFST's P/E and EPS to those of other STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS companies can help investors judge whether its valuation looks rich or attractive.

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