Horizon Bancorp, Inc.

NasdaqGS:HBNC Stock Report

Market Cap: US$952.2m

Horizon Bancorp Management

Management criteria checks 3/4

Horizon Bancorp's CEO is Thomas Prame, appointed in Aug 2022, has a tenure of 3.83 years. total yearly compensation is $1.97M, comprised of 34.9% salary and 65.1% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.11% of the company’s shares, worth $1.02M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.8 years and 3.4 years respectively.

Key information

Thomas Prame

Chief executive officer

US$2.0m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage34.86%
CEO tenure3.8yrs
CEO ownership0.1%
Management average tenure3.8yrs
Board average tenure3.4yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update May 02

HBNC: Overweight Rating And Lower Forward P E Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have adjusted their fair value estimate for Horizon Bancorp to $21.20 from $20.80, citing updated expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions reflected in recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlighting an Overweight view see room for Horizon Bancorp to execute on its revenue plans, which supports the updated fair value estimate of $21.20.
Seeking Alpha Apr 23

Horizon Bancorp Continues To Benefit From Steps Taken In 2025

Summary Horizon Bancorp has delivered an 8.7% total return since my last Buy rating, outperforming the S&P 500 and KRE. Strategic asset sales, including $1.7B in securities and $190M in auto loans, have reduced risk and are expected to improve margins and ROA. Deposit costs remain well-managed at 1.97%, 72 bps below peers, reflecting successful efforts to reduce high-cost transactional deposits. HBNC maintains a 3.78% forward yield, with consensus expecting a dividend increase later this year. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Apr 18

HBNC: Overweight Rating And Refreshed P E Assumptions Will Support Upside

Analysts have lifted their price target on Horizon Bancorp by $2, citing recent coverage assumptions and updates that reflect adjustments to the discount rate, long term growth, and projected P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the refreshed coverage as a chance to reset assumptions on discount rates and long term growth, which they see as better aligned with Horizon Bancorp’s current positioning.
Narrative Update Apr 02

HBNC: Overweight Rating And Higher P E Expectations Will Support Upside

Analysts have adjusted the Horizon Bancorp valuation, trimming the fair value estimate from $21.20 to $20.80. Recent research, including an Overweight initiation and a higher published price target, highlights updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue outlook, profit margin, and future P/E expectations.
Narrative Update Mar 19

HBNC: Lower Discount Rate Will Support Stronger Forward Earnings Visibility

Analysts have increased their Horizon Bancorp price target by $2, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, and future P/E ratios that they believe are now better aligned with current fundamentals. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the higher price target as a reflection of updated assumptions on discount rates that they see as better matching current market conditions and Horizon Bancorp’s risk profile.
Narrative Update Mar 05

HBNC: Revised Earnings And Margin Profile Will Support Higher Fair Value

Analysts have raised their Horizon Bancorp price target by $2 to $21.20, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as reflected in recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the higher US$21.20 target as support for their updated view of Horizon Bancorp's fair value based on current Street research inputs.
Analysis Article Dec 21

Horizon Bancorp (NASDAQ:HBNC) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.16

The board of Horizon Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HBNC ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 16th of January...
Analysis Article Oct 02

Horizon Bancorp (NASDAQ:HBNC) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.16

Horizon Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HBNC ) will pay a dividend of $0.16 on the 17th of October. This means the annual...
Analysis Article Jul 02

Horizon Bancorp (NASDAQ:HBNC) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.16

The board of Horizon Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HBNC ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 18th of July, with...
Seeking Alpha Apr 10

Horizon Bancorp: Attractive Ahead Of Q1 Earnings

Summary Horizon Bancorp shares have declined 25% from their highs, presenting a buying opportunity ahead of their April 23rd earnings report. The bank has undergone a smooth management transition, with a new CEO and independent chairman, posing a modest but acceptable risk. Horizon's balance sheet repositioning has boosted net interest margins, and the bank is well-capitalized with an 11% CET1 ratio. Despite tariff-related uncertainties, HBNC is well-positioned for growth, with a fair value estimate of $16, offering 15% upside plus a 5% dividend yield. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Mar 29

Horizon Bancorp Appears Undervalued With A Positive Earnings Outlook

Summary The loan growth will likely slow down significantly this year because of a planned runoff of auto loans. Further, the outlook for commercial loans is lackluster. The recent sales of AFS Securities and the Mortgage Warehouse business will lift the net interest margin. Further, interest rate cuts will benefit the margin. I’m expecting earnings to grow to $1.75 per share in 2025 from $0.80 per share in 2024. HBNC is offering a high price upside of 19% and a good dividend yield of 4.1%. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Mar 22

Horizon Bancorp (NASDAQ:HBNC) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.16

Horizon Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HBNC ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.16 per share on the 18th of...
Analysis Article Sep 24

Horizon Bancorp (NASDAQ:HBNC) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.16

The board of Horizon Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HBNC ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 18th of October...
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New Narrative Sep 24

John Stewart's Arrival And Calculated Finance Overhaul To Spearhead Revenue Surge And Margin Expansion

Strengthening financial strategy with a new CFO and expanding loan portfolio could notably enhance Horizon Bancorp's revenue growth and profitability.
Seeking Alpha May 03

Horizon Bancorp: Attractive Dividend Yield And A Positive Earnings Outlook

Summary I’ve increased my loan growth and margin estimates after the stronger-than-expected performance in the first quarter. Planned asset re-mixes and the upcoming interest rate cuts will likely drive the net interest margin. The December 2024 target price suggests a price upside of ~ 20% as of the writing of this report. HBNC is offering quite a high dividend yield of 5.2%. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jan 31

Horizon Bancorp: All In All, A Positive Q4 2023

Summary Horizon Bancorp's Q4 earnings report showed a miss in EPS and revenue, but a closer analysis reveals positive aspects. The company faced extraordinary expenses, but is entering 2024 with expanding margins and financial flexibility. The bank's low LTD ratio and ample cash on hand position it well for growth and reduced competition in 2024. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Thomas Prame's remuneration changed compared to Horizon Bancorp's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Mar 31 2026n/an/a

-US$148m

Dec 31 2025US$2mUS$685k

-US$150m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

-US$188m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

US$52m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

US$45m

Dec 31 2024US$2mUS$600k

US$35m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

US$21m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

US$19m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

US$24m

Dec 31 2023US$1mUS$581k

US$28m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

US$74m

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

US$82m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

US$88m

Dec 31 2022US$456kUS$201k

US$93m

Compensation vs Market: Thomas's total compensation ($USD1.97M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD3.69M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Thomas's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.


CEO

Thomas Prame (56 yo)

3.8yrs
Tenure
US$1,965,115
Compensation

Mr. Thomas M. Prame served as a Director of Horizon Bancorp, Inc. since November 2022 and serves as its President since August 15, 2022 and also serves as its Chief Executive Officer since June 01, 2023 an...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Thomas Prame
CEO, President & Director3.8yrsUS$1.97m0.11%
$ 1.0m
John Stewart
CFO & Executive VP2.1yrsUS$1.12m0.17%
$ 1.6m
Kathie DeRuiter
Executive VP & Senior Operations Officerno dataUS$715.48k0.17%
$ 1.6m
Lynn Kerber
Executive VP & Chief Commercial Banking Officer5.4yrsUS$791.35k0.056%
$ 533.8k
Todd Etzler
Executive VP9.3yrsUS$524.59k0.060%
$ 574.6k
Amy Phares
Assistant VP of Public Relations & Social Media Managerno datano datano data
John Hatfield
SVP & Director of Marketingless than a yearno datano data
Pamela Zarazee
Senior Vice President & Director of Human Resourcesno datano datano data
Dennis Kuhn
Regional President for Southwest Michigan8.7yrsUS$528.43kno data
Scott Kosik
Senior Vice President & Director of Digital Bankingno datano datano data
Denny Briggs
President of Grand Rapids Marketless than a yearno datano data
Peter Bjorvik
Senior VP and Director of SOX & Accounting Governanceno datano datano data
3.8yrs
Average Tenure
58yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: HBNC's management team is considered experienced (3.8 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Thomas Prame
CEO, President & Director3.4yrsUS$1.97m0.11%
$ 1.0m
Brian Walker
Independent Director1.1yrsUS$90.00k0.013%
$ 126.7k
Larry Magnesen
Lead Independent Directorless than a yearUS$90.00k0.019%
$ 184.1k
Kevin Ahern
Independent Director2.4yrsUS$90.00k0.033%
$ 313.5k
Lawrence Burnell
Independent Director17.1yrsUS$97.50k0.075%
$ 711.1k
Steven Reed
Independent Director12.1yrsUS$100.00k0.059%
$ 558.3k
Michele Magnuson
Independent Director9.9yrsUS$100.00k0.093%
$ 887.9k
Eric Blackhurst
Independent Chairperson8.7yrsUS$115.83k0.056%
$ 537.2k
Brian Maass
Independent Director2.4yrsUS$97.50k0.019%
$ 177.1k
Michele Samuels
Independent Director1.1yrsUS$90.00k0.015%
$ 141.9k
Vanessa Williams
Independent Director3.4yrsUS$97.50k0.024%
$ 225.2k
3.4yrs
Average Tenure
63yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: HBNC's board of directors are considered experienced (3.4 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/01 05:07
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/29 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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Market Prices30 years
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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Horizon Bancorp, Inc. is covered by 7 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Brendan NosalHovde Group, LLC
Damon DelMonteKeefe, Bruyette, & Woods
Nathan RacePiper Sandler Companies