El interés en corto de NBT Bancorp da a los inversores una idea del grado en que los inversores apuestan por la caída de las acciones de NBT Bancorp. Los datos de interés en corto se actualizan cada dos semanas.

NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:NBTB) Bolsa, Informe de interés en corto

NBT Bancorp

NBT Bancorp Inc is a financial holding company that operates through its subsidiaries. The company's principal sources of revenue include management fees and dividends it receives through its subsidiaries. NBT Bank is a full-service community bank offering a full range of retail and commercial banking products and trust and investment services. Loan products include consumer, home equity, mortgage, business banking, and commercial loans. Nearly half of its loan portfolio is in commercial loans. The bank serves individuals, corporations, and municipalities, and operates scores of locations throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

NBT Bancorp Inc

NBT Bancorp Inc. ("NBT") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) announced that it has received regulatory approval to complete the proposed merger (the "Merger") of Evans Bancorp, Inc. ("Evans") (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVBN#NYSE">EVBN</a>) with and into NBT and Evans Bank, N.A. ("Evans Bank") with and into NBT Bank, N.A. ("NBT Bank"). The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency approved the merger of Evans Bank with and into NBT Bank, and NBT received a waiver from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York for any application with respect to the merger of Evans with and into NBT.
On December 20, 2024, the shareholders of Evans voted to approve the Merger. Evans reported&nbsp;over 75% of the issued and outstanding shares of Evans were represented at a special shareholder meeting and over 96% of the votes cast were voted to approve the Merger.

EVBN

NBTB

NBT Bancorp Receives Regulatory Approval To Complete The Merger With Evans Bancorp, Shareholders Approve Merger

NBT Bancorp Says Following Merger, Evans Bancorp Received 8 Demand Letters And 2 Complaints; Demand Letters And Complaints Allege Misleading Proxy Statement Related To Merger; Evans & Co Believe Allegations Are Without Merit

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Christopher O'Connell maintains NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $50 to $55.

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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on NBT Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $55

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NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.80 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.78 by 2.56 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $147.443 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $145.440 million by 1.38 percent. This is a 9.11 percent increase over sales of $135.131 million the same period last year.

Earnings

Earnings Beats

NBT Bancorp Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.80 Beats $0.78 Estimate, Sales $147.443M Beat $145.440M Estimate

NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Monday, 2024-10-28. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect NBT Bancorp to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.77.
Investors in NBT Bancorp are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company missed EPS by $0.00, leading to a 8.11% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at NBT Bancorp's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.69</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>0.75</td>
<td>0.70</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.69</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>0.72</td>
<td>0.84</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>8.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>8.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729882849_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of NBT Bancorp were trading at $44.43 as of October 24. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 30.09%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NBTB/earnings">To track all earnings releases for NBT Bancorp visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Exploring NBT Bancorp's Earnings Expectations

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Financials sector: 
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<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>COF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$49.6K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
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<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$28.0K</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
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<td>NBTB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$240.0K</td>
<td>137</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
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<td>C</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/17/26</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$61.2K</td>
<td>82</td>
<td>721</td>
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<td>AXP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/13/24</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$27.7K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>519</td>
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<td>CG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$42.50</td>
<td>$70.7K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td>363</td>
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<td>GS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$460.00</td>
<td>$26.7K</td>
<td>469</td>
<td>165</td>
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<td>COIN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$28.3K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>67</td>
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<td>FI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$30.7K</td>
<td>129</td>
<td>15</td>
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<td>FCNCA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1420.00</td>
<td>$43.7K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>1</td>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding COF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 38 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 234 contract(s) at a $145.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.6K, with a price of $212.0 per contract. There were 3395 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4612 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 38 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 46 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.0K, with a price of $610.0 per contract. There were 5534 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1136 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NBTB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 66 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $240.0K, with a price of $240.0 per contract. There were 137 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1010 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 675 day(s) on July 17, 2026. Parties traded 180 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.2K, with a price of $340.0 per contract. There were 82 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 721 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AXP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on September 13, 2024. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $240.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.7K, with a price of $555.0 per contract. There were 25 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 519 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CG#NASDAQ">CG</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 192 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 363 contract(s) at a $42.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $70.7K, with a price of $195.0 per contract. There were 2425 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 363 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 66 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 14 contract(s) at a $460.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.7K, with a price of $1910.0 per contract. There were 469 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 165 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 10 day(s) on September 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 8 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.3K, with a price of $3540.0 per contract. There were 1826 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 67 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FI#NYSE">FI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 66 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 15 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.7K, with a price of $2050.0 per contract. There were 129 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 15 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FCNCA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 129 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1 contract(s) at a $1420.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.7K, with a price of $43750.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Financials Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Matt Breese reiterates NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) with a Equal-Weight and maintains $49 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Equal-Weight on NBT Bancorp, Maintains $49 Price Target

Evans Bancorp To Merge Into And With NBT Bancorp

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Shares of banking companies are trading higher amid overall market strength following Fed Chair Powell's comments about the economy and future rate cuts.

NBT Bancorp shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q2 sales results and increased its quarterly dividend from $0.32 to $0.34 per share.

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Matt Breese reiterates NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $42 price target.

Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on NBT Bancorp, Maintains $42 Price Target

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<li>The Board of Directors approved a third-quarter cash dividend of $0.34 per share at a meeting held earlier today. The dividend represents a $0.02 per quarter, or 6.3%, increase over the dividend paid in the third quarter of 2023. This is the Company's twelfth consecutive year of annual dividend increases. The dividend will be paid on September 13, 2024 to stockholders of record as of August 30, 2024.</li>
</ul>

Dividends

NBT Bancorp Increases Quarterly Dividend From $0.32 To $0.34 Per Share

NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.69 per share which met the analyst consensus estimate. This is a 1.43 percent decrease over earnings of $0.70 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $140.406 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $139.253 million by 0.83 percent. This is a 15.91 percent increase over sales of $121.130 million the same period last year.

NBT Bancorp Q2 2024 GAAP EPS $0.69, Inline, Sales $140.406M Beat $139.253M Estimate

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Christopher O'Connell maintains NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $41 to $39.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on NBT Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $39

NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) underwent analysis by 5 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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Analysts have recently evaluated NBT Bancorp and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $41.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $42.00 and a low estimate of $39.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 5.75% lower than the prior average price target of $43.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1713884439_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of NBT Bancorp among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
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<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Matt Breese</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jake Civiello</td>
<td>Janney Montgomery Scott</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Breese</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher O'Connell</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Twerdahl</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to NBT Bancorp. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of NBT Bancorp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of NBT Bancorp's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of NBT Bancorp's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NBTB/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on NBT Bancorp analyst ratings.</a>
If you are interested in following small-cap stock news and performance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/small-cap">you can start by tracking it here</a>.
<h2>Discovering NBT Bancorp: A Closer Look</h2>
NBT Bancorp Inc is a financial holding company that operates through its subsidiaries. The company's principal sources of revenue include management fees and dividends it receives through its subsidiaries. NBT Bank is a full-service community bank offering a full range of retail and commercial banking products and trust and investment services. Loan products include consumer, home equity, mortgage, business banking, and commercial loans. Nearly half of its loan portfolio is in commercial loans. The bank serves individuals, corporations, and municipalities, and operates scores of locations throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of NBT Bancorp</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining NBT Bancorp's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 3.19% as of 31 December, 2023, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: NBT Bancorp's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 22.2%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): NBT Bancorp's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.18%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): NBT Bancorp's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.22%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.38.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Breaking Down NBT Bancorp: 5 Analysts Share Their Views

NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.68 per share which met the analyst consensus estimate. The company reported quarterly sales of $140.566 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $135.325 million by 3.87 percent. This is a 11.14 percent increase over sales of $126.475 million the same period last year.

NBT Bancorp Q1 2024 Adj EPS $0.68, Inline, Sales $140.566M Beat $135.325M Estimate

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&bull; MainStreet Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNSB#NASDAQ">MNSB</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $17.10 million.
&bull; Dynex Cap (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DX#NYSE">DX</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.09 per share on revenue of $-570 thousand.
&bull; Zions Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZION#NASDAQ">ZION</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.98 per share on revenue of $743.48 million.
&bull; Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.12 per share on revenue of $33.24 billion.
&bull; HBT Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBT#NASDAQ">HBT</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.55 per share on revenue of $56.63 million.
&bull; AZZ (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZZ#NYSE">AZZ</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.70 per share on revenue of $351.67 million.
&bull; Truist Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFC#NYSE">TFC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.80 per share on revenue of $5.70 billion.
&bull; Sify Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIFY#NASDAQ">SIFY</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.00 per share on revenue of $149.30 million.
&bull; Washington Trust Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WASH#NASDAQ">WASH</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.45 per share on revenue of $31.50 million.
&bull; Bank of Hawaii (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOH#NYSE">BOH</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.87 per share on revenue of $160.21 million.
&bull; Kaspi.kz (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KSPI#NASDAQ">KSPI</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its first quarter.
&bull; Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $18.47 billion.
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
&bull; Globe Life (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GL#NYSE">GL</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.79 per share on revenue of $1.42 billion.
&bull; NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.68 per share on revenue of $135.32 million.
&bull; Simpson Manufacturing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSD#NYSE">SSD</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.92 per share on revenue of $549.85 million.
&bull; Crane (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CR#NYSE">CR</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.12 per share on revenue of $546.38 million.
&bull; Hexcel (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HXL#NYSE">HXL</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.41 per share on revenue of $473.78 million.
&bull; RLI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RLI#NYSE">RLI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.60 per share on revenue of $367.78 million.
&bull; Alexandria Real Estate (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARE#NYSE">ARE</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $2.32 per share on revenue of $772.57 million.
&bull; Ameriprise Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMP#NYSE">AMP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $8.20 per share on revenue of $4.12 billion.
&bull; Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.22 per share on revenue of $5.35 billion.
&bull; SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.11 per share on revenue of $8.56 billion.
&bull; AGNC Investment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGNC#NASDAQ">AGNC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.57 per share on revenue of $473.78 million.
&bull; Servisfirst Bancshares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFBS#NYSE">SFBS</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.88 per share on revenue of $109.10 million.
&bull; HealthStream (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSTM#NASDAQ">HSTM</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.11 per share on revenue of $72.02 million.
&bull; Lufax Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LU#NYSE">LU</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.12 per share on revenue of $1.02 billion.
&bull; Equity Lifestyle Props (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELS#NYSE">ELS</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.49 per share on revenue of $387.14 million.
&bull; SmartFinancial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMBK#NYSE">SMBK</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.41 per share on revenue of $39.14 million.
&bull; Trustco Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRST#NASDAQ">TRST</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.60 per share on revenue of $43.13 million.
&bull; Independent Bank Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBTX#NASDAQ">IBTX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.59 per share on revenue of $121.39 million.
&bull; Medpace Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MEDP#NASDAQ">MEDP</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $2.46 per share on revenue of $512.58 million.
&bull; Cathay General (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CATY#NASDAQ">CATY</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.98 per share on revenue of $187.46 million.
&bull; Cadence Design Sys (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.13 per share on revenue of $1.00 billion.
&bull; Brown &amp; Brown (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRO#NYSE">BRO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.06 per share on revenue of $1.22 billion.
&bull; Pinnacle Finl Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNFP#NASDAQ">PNFP</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.56 per share on revenue of $423.19 million.
&bull; Cadence Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CADE#NYSE">CADE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.55 per share on revenue of $427.01 million.
&bull; SPDR ICE Preferred Securities ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSK#NYSE">PSK</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.18 per share on revenue of $129.00 million.
&bull; Enterprise Finl Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFSC#NASDAQ">EFSC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.11 per share on revenue of $157.33 million.
&bull; RBB Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBB#NASDAQ">RBB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $27.65 million.
&bull; Calix (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CALX#NYSE">CALX</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.20 per share on revenue of $228.14 million.
&bull; First Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRBA#NASDAQ">FRBA</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.42 per share on revenue of $31.41 million.
&bull; Packaging Corp of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKG#NYSE">PKG</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.62 per share on revenue of $1.90 billion.
&bull; Nucor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $3.85 per share on revenue of $8.51 billion.
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Earnings Scheduled For April 22, 2024

In the preceding three months, 5 analysts have released ratings for NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBTB#NASDAQ">NBTB</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated NBT Bancorp and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $41.6, accompanied by a high estimate of $45.00 and a low estimate of $39.00. Highlighting a 1.72% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $42.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1711022472_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive NBT Bancorp is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jake Civiello</td>
<td>Janney Montgomery Scott</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Breese</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher O'Connell</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Twerdahl</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Moss</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to NBT Bancorp. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of NBT Bancorp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for NBT Bancorp's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of NBT Bancorp's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About NBT Bancorp</h2>
NBT Bancorp Inc is a financial holding company that operates through its subsidiaries. The company's principal sources of revenue include management fees and dividends it receives through its subsidiaries. NBT Bank is a full-service community bank offering a full range of retail and commercial banking products and trust and investment services. Loan products include consumer, home equity, mortgage, business banking, and commercial loans. Nearly half of its loan portfolio is in commercial loans. The bank serves individuals, corporations, and municipalities, and operates scores of locations throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.
<h3>NBT Bancorp's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: NBT Bancorp's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2023, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 3.19%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: NBT Bancorp's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 22.2% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): NBT Bancorp's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.18%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): NBT Bancorp's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.22%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: NBT Bancorp's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.38, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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