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Southern First Bancshares, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Southern First Bank that provides various banking products and services to general public in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. It operates through three segments: Commercial and Retail Banking, Mortgage Banking, and Corporate Operations. The company accepts various deposit products that include checking accounts, commercial checking accounts, and savings accounts, as well as other time deposits, including daily money market accounts and long-term certificates of deposit. Its loan portfolio comprises commercial real estate loans; construction real estate loans; commercial business loans for various lines of businesses, such as the manufacturing, service industry, and professional service areas; consumer real estate and home equity loans; and other consumer loans, including secured and unsecured installment loans and revolving lines of credit. In addition, the company provides other bank services, such as internet banking, cash management, safe deposit boxes, direct deposit, automatic drafts, bill payment, and mobile banking services. It operates through eight retail offices located in Greenville, Charleston, and Columbia; three retail offices located in Raleigh, Greensboro, and Charlotte markets; and one retail office located in Atlanta. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina.
A 3-star rating suggests average performance compared to other similar companies.
The economic moat refers to the competitive advantage a company has over its competitors. A narrow moat suggests that the company has a less sustainable competitive advantage compared to those with wider moats.
This ratio indicates whether the stock is trading above (greater than 1) or below (less than 1) its fair value as determined by Morningstar's quantitative analysis. A ratio of 0.94 suggests the stock is currently trading at a slight discount (undervalued).
Significant uncertainty in fair value estimates indicates substantial potential volatility in the stock price. Investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance and long-term investment strategy when evaluating stocks with this level of uncertainty.
These price estimates indicate the price levels at which Morningstar would consider the stock significantly overvalued (one-star) or undervalued (five-star) based on their analysis.
Moderate financial health suggests stability but also indicates potential risks. Evaluate the company's ability to manage its financial obligations and fund growth initiatives.
Valuation vs. Price: The stock is currently considered undervalued relative to its fair value, which could present a buying opportunity if you believe in Morningstar's valuation methodology.
Moat and Competitive Position: The narrow economic moat indicates less sustainable competitive advantages. Consider whether the company's business model and market position align with your investment goals.
Financial Health: Moderate financial health suggests stability but also indicates potential risks. Evaluate the company's ability to manage its financial obligations and fund growth initiatives.
Uncertainty: High uncertainty in fair value estimates implies potential volatility in the stock price. Factor in your risk tolerance and investment horizon when assessing this uncertainty.
Key stats represent essential financial metrics and indicators used to evaluate a company's performance and potential investment opportunities.
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GREENVILLE, S.C. , May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Zych as Chief F...
Southern First (SFST) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.31 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.38 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.33 per share a year ago....
GREENVILLE, S.C. , April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month per...
Southern First (SFST) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations....
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The headline numbers for Southern First (SFST) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended December 2023, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Stree...
Southern First (SFST) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.51 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.39 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.68 per share a year ago....
GREENVILLE, S.C. , Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three and twelve...
