Independent Bank Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
Independent Bank has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 0.5%, while the Banks industry saw earnings growing at 3.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 1.2% per year. Independent Bank's return on equity is 13.7%, and it has net margins of 31.1%.
Key information
0.52%
Earnings growth rate
1.58%
EPS growth rate
| Banks Industry Growth | 11.18% |
| Revenue growth rate | 1.16% |
| Return on equity | 13.68% |
| Net Margin | 31.08% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
IBCP: Future Upside Will Rely On Buybacks And Stable Earnings Profile
Analysts have raised their price target on Independent Bank, with recent Street research pointing to a combined increase of $5. They attribute this change to updated assumptions on valuation multiples rather than changes in fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, or future P/E inputs.IBCP: Fairly Valued Outlook Will Depend On Buybacks And Long Term Profitability
Analysts have nudged their price target on Independent Bank slightly higher to $37.60, citing updated assumptions around long term profitability and a modestly higher future P/E multiple, following recent $3 and $2 target increases from the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent price target moves around Independent Bank give you a window into how the Street is thinking about the risk and reward here.IBCP: Fairly Valued Outlook Will Rely On Buybacks And Modest Earnings Execution
Analysts have nudged their price target on Independent Bank slightly higher to about $37.50, citing updated assumptions for modestly positive revenue growth, a small adjustment in the discount rate, and a similar forward P/E outlook that together support a refined view of fair value. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a slightly more constructive stance on Independent Bank, with modest increases in published price targets and fine tuning of valuation inputs, including discount rate assumptions and forward P/E expectations.IBCP: Fairly Valued Outlook Will Rely On Buybacks And Earnings Consistency
Analysts recently raised their price target on Independent Bank by $2 to $37.40, citing updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, margins, and forward P/E that they see reflected in recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the new US$37.40 price target as better aligned with their updated fair value work, which incorporates recent changes in revenue growth assumptions and margin expectations.Independent Bank: A Solid Bank But Not Cheap Enough
Summary Independent Bank Corporation had a stellar 2024 with a 36% price return, but 2025 looks more challenging with moderate loan growth. Deposits increased to $4.70 billion, with a reduced cost of funds, while the loan portfolio is expected to grow by 5-6% in 2025. Despite strong fundamentals and low non-performing loans, IBCP stock's current price lacks a sufficient margin of safety, trading 25% above its 10-year average Price/TBV per share. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaIndependent Bank's (NASDAQ:IBCP) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.26
Independent Bank Corporation ( NASDAQ:IBCP ) will increase its dividend on the 14th of February to $0.26, which is 8.3...Independent Bank: Fairly Valued With A Stable Earnings Outlook
Summary Independent Bank’s efforts to boost loan growth will likely compensate for a sub-optimal operating environment in Michigan. The net interest margin could slip further because of interest rate cuts. I’ve slightly raised my earnings estimate for 2024, as most income statement line items have slightly outperformed my expectations. The December 2025 target price is close to the current market price. Further, IBCP is offering a moderate dividend yield. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaIndependent Bank's (NASDAQ:IBCP) Dividend Will Be $0.24
Independent Bank Corporation's ( NASDAQ:IBCP ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.24 per share on 15th of...
Volatile Loan Growth And Unsustainable Interest Margin Expansion Threaten Bank's Profitability
Reliance on net interest margin expansion in fluctuating interest rate situations may threaten future profitability and net interest income.Independent Bank's (NASDAQ:IBCP) Dividend Will Be $0.24
The board of Independent Bank Corporation ( NASDAQ:IBCP ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 13th of May...Independent Bank: Earnings Outlook Is Positive But I'm Downgrading To Hold
Summary Independent Bank Corporation management’s initiatives will likely continue to drive loan growth this year. The anticipated interest rate cuts will likely restrict the margin’s expansion in the year ahead. The December 2023 target price suggests a very small upside from the current market price. Independent Bank is offering a good dividend yield of 4.0%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaIndependent Bank's (NASDAQ:IBCP) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
The board of Independent Bank Corporation ( NASDAQ:IBCP ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of $0.23 on...Independent Bank (NASDAQ:IBCP) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.23
The board of Independent Bank Corporation ( NASDAQ:IBCP ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend by 4.5...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Independent Bank makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 225 | 70 | 122 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 220 | 69 | 120 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 223 | 68 | 120 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 217 | 65 | 119 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 220 | 66 | 118 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 218 | 67 | 118 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 208 | 62 | 113 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 212 | 66 | 112 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 206 | 62 | 111 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 201 | 59 | 109 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 202 | 60 | 110 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 202 | 60 | 111 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 199 | 58 | 111 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 206 | 63 | 111 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 205 | 61 | 111 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 205 | 59 | 113 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 205 | 59 | 113 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 208 | 63 | 111 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 213 | 67 | 110 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 217 | 71 | 110 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 215 | 73 | 106 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 192 | 56 | 104 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 185 | 53 | 102 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 170 | 46 | 97 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 164 | 42 | 97 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 169 | 46 | 97 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 162 | 42 | 94 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 160 | 42 | 93 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 161 | 40 | 93 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 157 | 40 | 90 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 152 | 32 | 88 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 143 | 27 | 85 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 134 | 24 | 81 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 131 | 20 | 81 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 127 | 25 | 80 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 126 | 24 | 80 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 125 | 25 | 78 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 122 | 23 | 76 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 121 | 22 | 76 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 119 | 21 | 76 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 117 | 20 | 76 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 116 | 20 | 75 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 115 | 18 | 75 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 115 | 18 | 75 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: IBCP has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: IBCP's current net profit margins (31.1%) are higher than last year (30.2%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: IBCP's earnings have grown by 0.5% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: IBCP's earnings growth over the past year (5.2%) exceeds its 5-year average (0.5% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: IBCP earnings growth over the past year (5.2%) did not outperform the Banks industry 22.8%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: IBCP's Return on Equity (13.7%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/17 22:36 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/17 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Independent Bank Corporation is covered by 6 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.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | D.A. Davidson & Co. |
| Peter Winter | D.A. Davidson & Co. |
| Brendan Nosal | Hovde Group, LLC |