Business First Bancshares, Inc., a financial institution based in Baton Rouge, United States, recently reported its latest quarterly results on January 21, 2026. The company, which operates in the banking sector, specializes in offering a comprehensive suite of banking services. These services include checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit, personal loans, mobile banking, debit and credit cards, safe deposit boxes, wire transfers, overdraft protection, and treasury management services. Business First Bancshares is publicly traded on the Nasdaq stock exchange and can be found online at www.b1bank.com .
As of January 20, 2026, the closing price of Business First Bancshares’ stock was $28.21. This price is notably close to the company’s 52-week high of $28.46, achieved on December 17, 2025. The stock has shown resilience, maintaining a price well above its 52-week low of $20.07, recorded on April 3, 2025. This performance indicates a stable trading range over the past year, with the current price nearing the upper limit of its annual cycle.
The company’s market capitalization stands at approximately $925.64 million USD, reflecting its valuation in the financial sector. The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is reported at 10.46, suggesting a moderate valuation relative to its earnings. Additionally, the price-to-book (P/B) ratio is 1.10255, indicating that the stock is trading at a modest premium over its book value. These metrics collectively suggest that Business First Bancshares has maintained a steady financial position, with its stock price reflecting investor confidence in its operational stability and growth potential.
Business First Bancshares, Inc. made its initial public offering (IPO) on April 9, 2018, marking its entry into the public market. Since then, the company has continued to expand its range of financial services, catering to the diverse needs of its customer base. The recent quarterly results, while brief, underscore the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering robust financial performance and maintaining its competitive edge in the banking industry.
