
INBK Stock Forecast & Price Target
INBK Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
First Internet Bancorp (INBK) has demonstrated a robust growth trajectory, with end-of-period loans held for investment (HFI) increasing by 2% quarter-over-quarter, accompanied by a 3% rise in commercial balances, indicating a solid demand for its lending products. The company's efficiency ratio of 57% is notably better than the consensus estimates, with expectations for further improvement to 55% by the fourth quarter of 2026, showcasing operational effectiveness alongside anticipated growth in net interest income and fee income. Additionally, while non-performing assets (NPAs) rose, the allowance for credit losses remains stable, reflecting prudent risk management practices as the company positions itself for continued financial resilience.
Bears say
First Internet Bancorp's recent financial performance reveals several troubling trends that contribute to a negative outlook for the stock. Notably, the net interest income (NII) of $31.5 million fell short of consensus estimates, reflecting insufficient net interest margin (NIM) expansion, which only improved by 8 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 2.12%. Additionally, end-of-period loans held for investment dropped significantly by 17% quarter-over-quarter, further indicating weakening loan demand compounded by increased credit costs and losses related to specific loan sales.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of First Internet Bancorp and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
INBK Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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