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Home BancShares

Home BancShares Inc is a bank holding company that operates through its wholly owned community bank subsidiary, Centennial Bank. The bank provides a broad range of commercial and retail banking, as well as related financial services, to a diverse customer base. Its customer base includes businesses, real estate developers and investors, individuals, and municipalities. The company's loan portfolio, while diversified, is typically between half and two thirds in commercial real estate loans. The company's plan emphasizes growth, both through strategic acquisitions and organically within its existing markets. The bank also emphasizes attracting experienced bankers, credit quality, and a solid balance sheet. The bank's main source of net revenue is net interest income.

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Stephens analyst Matt Olney reiterated the Overweight rating on Home BancShares, Inc. (NYSE: HOMB), 

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Home BancShares Inc

Home BancShares, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>), parent company of Centennial Bank, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular $0.195 per share quarterly cash dividend payable September 4, 2024, to shareholders of record August 14, 2024. This cash dividend represents a $0.015 per share, or 8.3%, increase over the $0.18 cash dividend paid during the second quarter of 2024.

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Home BancShares Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend From $0.18 To $0.195 Per Share

RBC Capital analyst Jon Arfstrom maintains Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $27 to $28.

RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Home BancShares, Raises Price Target to $28

Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) underwent analysis by 4 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<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;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">1</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>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $28.75, a high estimate of $30.00, and a low estimate of $27.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 5.5% from the previous average price target of $27.25.
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<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The perception of Home BancShares by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>Matt Olney</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
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<td>Stephen Scouten</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
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<td>Matt Olney</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
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<td>Jon Arfstrom</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
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<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 Home BancShares. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Home BancShares compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Home BancShares's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Home BancShares's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HOMB/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Home BancShares analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Home BancShares Better</h2>
Home BancShares Inc is a bank holding company that operates through its wholly owned community bank subsidiary, Centennial Bank. The bank provides a broad range of commercial and retail banking, as well as related financial services, to a diverse customer base. Its customer base includes businesses, real estate developers and investors, individuals, and municipalities. The company's loan portfolio, while diversified, is typically between half and two thirds in commercial real estate loans. The company's plan emphasizes growth, both through strategic acquisitions and organically within its existing markets. The bank also emphasizes attracting experienced bankers, credit quality, and a solid balance sheet. The bank's main source of net revenue is net interest income.
<h3>Key Indicators: Home BancShares's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Home BancShares displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 2.42%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's 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: Home BancShares's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 40.8%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Home BancShares's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 2.65%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Home BancShares's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.44%, the company showcases efficient use 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 0.45.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per 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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Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring Home BancShares Through Analyst Insights

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Matt Olney maintains Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $28 to $30.

Stephens & Co. Maintains Overweight on Home BancShares, Raises Price Target to $30

Piper Sandler analyst Stephen Scouten maintains Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $27 to $30.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Home BancShares, Raises Price Target to $30

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Matt Olney reiterates Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $28 price target.

Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on Home BancShares, Maintains $28 Price Target

Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.52 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.49 by 6.12 percent. This is a 1.96 percent increase over earnings of $0.51 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $254.596 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $247.208 million by 2.99 percent. This is a 0.99 percent decrease over sales of $257.152 million the same period last year.

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Home BancShares Q2 2024 Adj EPS $0.52 Beats $0.49 Estimate, Sales $254.596M Beat $247.208M Estimate

RBC Capital analyst Jon Arfstrom maintains Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $26 to $27.

RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Home BancShares, Raises Price Target to $27

Home BancShares, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) ("Home" or "the Company"), and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Centennial Bank ("Centennial"), while celebrating twenty-five years as a bank, announce some adjustments to the management team, as they look towards the future.
Stephen Tipton will assume the position of Chief Executive Officer of Centennial Bank, having served as Chief Operating Officer since 2015.
In addition to the role of Chief Lending Officer, Kevin Hester has been named as President of Home BancShares and President of Centennial Bank. Hester has served as the Company's senior lender since the Company began twenty-five years ago.
John Allison will remain as Executive Chairman &amp; Chief Executive Officer of Home BancShares, and Tracy French will remain as Chairman of Centennial Bank, with a focus on special projects, having previously served as President and Chief Executive Officer.

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Home BancShares' Kevin Hester Named President Of Home BancShares And President Of Centennial Bank

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Matt Olney maintains Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $27 to $28.

Stephens & Co. Maintains Overweight on Home BancShares, Raises Price Target to $28

Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) reported quarterly Adj earnings of $0.49 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.46 by 6.52 percent. This is a 9.26 percent decrease over earnings of $0.54 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $246.39 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $240.46 million by 2.47 percent. This is a 0.95 percent decrease over sales of $248.76 million the same period last year.

Home BancShares Q1 Adj EPS $0.49 Beats $0.46 Estimate, Sales $246.39M Beat $240.46M Estimate

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RBC Capital Reiterates Sector Perform on Home BancShares, Maintains $26 Price Target

At the end of today, March 06, 2024, Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) will distribute a dividend payout of $0.18 per share, translating to an annualized dividend yield of 2.91%. Shareholders who held the stock before the ex-dividend date on February 13, 2024 will benefit from this payout.
<h3>Home BancShares Recent Dividend Payouts</h3>
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<td>2024-02-13</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>3.21%</td>
<td>2023-01-25</td>
<td>2023-02-15</td>
<td>2023-03-08</td>
</tr>
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<td>2022-11-15</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.17</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
<td>2022-10-26</td>
<td>2022-11-16</td>
<td>2022-12-07</td>
</tr>
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<td>2022-08-16</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.17</td>
<td>2.91%</td>
<td>2022-07-27</td>
<td>2022-08-17</td>
<td>2022-09-07</td>
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<td>2022-05-17</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.17</td>
<td>3.03%</td>
<td>2022-04-27</td>
<td>2022-05-18</td>
<td>2022-06-08</td>
</tr>
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<td>2022-02-15</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.17</td>
<td>2.72%</td>
<td>2022-01-26</td>
<td>2022-02-16</td>
<td>2022-03-09</td>
</tr>
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<td>2021-11-16</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>2.31%</td>
<td>2021-10-27</td>
<td>2021-11-17</td>
<td>2021-12-08</td>
</tr>
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<td>2021-08-10</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>2.55%</td>
<td>2021-07-21</td>
<td>2021-08-11</td>
<td>2021-09-01</td>
</tr>
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<td>2021-05-11</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>2.12%</td>
<td>2021-04-21</td>
<td>2021-05-12</td>
<td>2021-06-02</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
With a dividend yield that places it neither at the top nor the bottom, Home BancShares finds itself in the middle among its industry peers, while Truist Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFC#NYSE">TFC</a>) boasts the highest annualized dividend yield at 5.61%.
<h3>Analyzing Home BancShares Financial Health</h3>
Companies that pay out steady cash dividends are attractive to income-seeking investors, and companies that are financially healthy tend to maintain their dividend payout schedule. For this reason, investors can find it insightful to see if a company has been increasing or decreasing their dividend payout schedule and if their earnings are growing. 
<h3>YoY Growth in Dividend Per Share</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1709737535_0.png" alt="dividend chart graph" />
As you can see, from 2020 to 2023, investors saw an average increase in the company's dividend per share, rising from $0.53 in 2020 to $0.72 in 2023. This is good for investors because it shows that the company has steadily returned more capital back to their shareholders and it could mean that they are planning to continue increasing dividends.
<h3>YoY Earnings Growth For Home BancShares</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1709737535_1.png" alt="earning chart graph" />
The earnings chart above shows that from 2020 to 2023, Home BancShares has experienced an increase in their earnings from $1.24 per share to $2.05 per share. This positive earnings trend is promising for income-seeking investors as it suggests that the company has more potential to increase its cash dividend payout if the trend continues.
<h3>Recap</h3>
This article takes an in-depth look at Home BancShares's recent dividend payout and its implications for shareholders. The company is currently distributing a dividend of $0.18 per share today, translating to an annualized dividend yield of 2.91%.
With a dividend yield that places it neither at the top nor the bottom, Home BancShares finds itself in the middle among its industry peers, while Truist Finl boasts the highest annualized dividend yield at 5.61%.
Given that Home BancShares has experienced an increase in dividend per share from 2020 to 2023 along with an increase in earnings per share, it could signal that the company is in good financial standing and that they could be positioned to continue distributing their profits back to their investors.
It is advisable for investors to monitor the company's performance in the coming quarters to stay in the loop about any adjustments in financials or dividend disbursements.
\To stay up-to-date with the companies that are announcing their dividends, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/dividends">click here</a> to visit our Dividends Calendar. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Shares of several bank stocks are trading lower after January CPI data showed a greater-than-expected rise in inflation, which increased uncertainty surrounding future rate cuts.

Piper Sandler analyst Stephen Scouten maintains Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $26 to $27.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Home BancShares, Raises Price Target to $27

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&bull; Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.37 per share on revenue of $19.45 billion.
&bull; M&amp;T Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $3.67 per share on revenue of $2.27 billion.
&bull; Commerce Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBSH#NASDAQ">CBSH</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.85 per share on revenue of $386.34 million.
&bull; WNS (Hldgs) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WNS#NYSE">WNS</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.99 per share on revenue of $313.54 million.
&bull; Birkenstock Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIRK#NYSE">BIRK</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.08 per share on revenue of $303.31 million.
&bull; Northern Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTRS#NASDAQ">NTRS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.21 per share on revenue of $1.70 billion.
&bull; KeyCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.23 per share on revenue of $1.53 billion.
&bull; Texas Capital Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCBI#NASDAQ">TCBI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.75 per share on revenue of $252.75 million.
&bull; First Horizon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FHN#NYSE">FHN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.30 per share on revenue of $787.96 million.
&bull; Sify Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIFY#NASDAQ">SIFY</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.00 per share on revenue of $139.50 million.
&bull; Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.45 per share on revenue of $243.07 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 $0.89 per share on revenue of $5.69 billion.
&bull; Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.45 per share on revenue of $1.75 billion.
&bull; Insteel Indus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IIIN#NYSE">IIIN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.05 per share on revenue of $129.68 million.
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
&bull; F N B (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FNB#NYSE">FNB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.35 per share on revenue of $403.83 million.
&bull; OceanFirst Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCFC#NASDAQ">OCFC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.43 per share on revenue of $90.36 million.
&bull; Metropolitan Bank Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCB#NYSE">MCB</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.48 per share on revenue of $61.68 million.
&bull; Independent Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INDB#NASDAQ">INDB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.24 per share on revenue of $177.34 million.
&bull; JB Hunt Transport Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBHT#NASDAQ">JBHT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.75 per share on revenue of $3.27 billion.
&bull; PPG Indus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPG#NYSE">PPG</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.50 per share on revenue of $4.27 billion.
&bull; Bank OZK (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OZK#NASDAQ">OZK</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.48 per share on revenue of $396.40 million.
&bull; Five Point Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FPH#NYSE">FPH</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter.
&bull; 1st Source (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRCE#NASDAQ">SRCE</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.15 per share on revenue of $91.30 million.
&bull; Banner (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BANR#NASDAQ">BANR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.30 per share on revenue of $140.45 million.
This article was generated by Benzinga&#39;s automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Earnings Scheduled For January 18, 2024

Home BancShares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOMB#NYSE">HOMB</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2024-01-18. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Home BancShares will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.45. 
Home BancShares bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
Last quarter the company missed EPS by $0.01, which was followed by a 0.24% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Home BancShares's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
<th>Q2 2023</th>
<th>Q1 2023</th>
<th>Q4 2022</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.48</td>
<td>0.51</td>
<td>0.50</td>
<td>0.55</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.47</td>
<td>0.51</td>
<td>0.54</td>
<td>0.53</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>0.24%</td>
<td>-2.57%</td>
<td>-0.46%</td>
<td>0.76%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1705500066_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Home BancShares were trading at $23.1 as of January 15. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 3.77%. 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/HOMB/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Home BancShares visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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