Investar Holding

ISTR · NASDAQ

$28.65+$0.07 (+0.24%)TodayMarket closed · Oct 20, 4:45 PM ET

Prev close $28.58

ISTR analyst rating

HoldConsensus of 1 analyst over the last 12 months. 0% rate it a buy.

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Hold1
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12-month price target · 5 analysts

Average $34.60 (+20.8% upside)

Low: $32.83
Now: $28.65
High: $37.01

Upgrades and downgrades

The latest rating actions, newest first

ISTR analyst upgrades, downgrades and rating actions
Firm	Date	Action	Rating	Price target	Hit rate
Piper Sandler	Apr 23, 2026	Downgrade	Overweight → Neutral	$34.00 → $31.50	67%
Piper Sandler	Oct 21, 2025	Maintains	Overweight	$27.00 → $29.00	67%

The case for and against

Updated Dec 22, 2025

Bull case

Investar Holding Corp has demonstrated a positive trend with its net interest margin (NIM) increasing by 13 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 3.06%, indicating enhanced profitability from its lending activities. The company's strategic focus on expanding its Texas footprint, which now comprises approximately 36% of its total assets, positions it to capitalize on underutilized lenders in key markets, suggesting robust future growth potential. As Investar Holdings approaches approximately $4 billion in assets, management's confidence in replicating successful operational strategies is likely to attract increased liquidity and interest from small-cap investors, ultimately supporting a favorable valuation trajectory.

Bear case

Investar Holding Corp faces significant risks that could negatively impact its financial performance, including share illiquidity and potential deterioration in credit quality. Additionally, the company may encounter unexpected capital actions that could further strain its financial stability. The broader weakness in bank stocks also presents a challenging environment that could hinder future growth prospects.

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