FIBK

Over the past six months (April - October 2026), FIBK experienced several stock events. The company announced its First Quarter Earnings on April 29, 2026, and reported better-than-expected revenue and GAAP profit per share for its Second Quarter Earnings on July 23, 2026, noting an increased net interest margin and decreased criticized loans. The Third Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call were scheduled for October 22 and 23, 2026. In the second quarter of 2026, First Interstate Bank completed the sale of eleven Nebraska branches, generating a $19.5 million gain, following earlier branch exits in Arizona and Kansas. The board authorized an additional $150.0 million increase to the share repurchase program on July 22, 2026, bringing the total authorized to $450.0 million, with approximately 1.93 million shares repurchased for $68.7 million in Q2 2026. Analyst sentiment showed mixed signals: Barclays raised its price target to $38 but maintained an 'underweight' rating, while Wall Street Zen and Benchmark upgraded the stock to 'Hold'. Wells Fargo reiterated an 'underweight' rating and lowered its price target, and DA Davidson reaffirmed a 'neutral' rating. Overall analyst sentiment remains cautious with an average 'Reduce' rating and a consensus price target of $37.00. Insider trading included major shareholder Jonathan Scott selling shares in September 2026, contributing to a total of 27,700 shares sold by insiders worth approximately $1.03 million over three months. The company consistently paid a quarterly dividend of $0.47 per share, with ex-dividend dates in February, May, and August 2026.