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Southern California Bancorp Common Stock (BCAL) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Southern California Bancorp Common Stock stock (BCAL) is currently trading at $17.49. Southern California Bancorp Common Stock PE ratio is 8.97. Southern California Bancorp Common Stock PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.96. Analyst consensus price target for BCAL is $21.50. WallStSmart rates BCAL as Hold.

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BCAL

Southern California Bancorp

NASDAQFINANCIAL SERVICES
$17.49
$0.05 (-0.29%)
52W$11.81
$20.36
Target$21.50+22.9%

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BCAL Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Southern California Bancorp Common Stock (BCAL)

Margin of Safety
-44.0%
Significantly Overvalued
BCAL Fair Value
$13.12
Graham Formula
Current Price
$17.49
$4.37 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $13.12
Overvalued
Price $17.49
Graham IV $13.12
Analyst $21.50

BCAL trades 44% above its Graham fair value of $13.12, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Southern California Bancorp Common Stock (BCAL) · 9 metrics scored

Smart Score

57
out of 100
Grade: C
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/book, profit margin. Concerns around revenue growth and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Southern California Bancorp Common Stock (BCAL) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.5/10
Operating MarginProfitability
55.00%10/10

Keeps $55 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Price/BookValuation
0.9710/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

Profit MarginProfitability
33.40%10/10

Keeps $33 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
69.51%8/10

69.51% held by institutions, strong professional interest

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
8.97
Undervalued
Trailing P/E
8.97
Undervalued
BCAL Target Price
$21.5
17% Upside

Southern California Bancorp Common Stock (BCAL) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.6/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-1.10%0/10

Earnings declining -1.10%, profits shrinking

Revenue GrowthGrowth
1.90%2/10

Revenue growing slowly at 1.90% annually

Market CapQuality
$560M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Return on EquityProfitability
11.60%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Price/SalesValuation
2.966/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.96x sales

Southern California Bancorp Common Stock (BCAL) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 57/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.5/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (0.97) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 55.00%, Profit Margin at 33.40%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.96) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 1.90%, EPS Growth at -1.10%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 11.60%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 11.60% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 1.90% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, Price/Book) and negatives (EPS Growth, Revenue Growth). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

BCAL Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

BCAL's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.96x sits near its historical average of 3.07x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 8% below its historical high of 3.23x set in Feb 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 2.96x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Southern California Bancorp Common Stock (BCAL) · FINANCIAL SERVICESBANKS - REGIONAL

The Big Picture

Southern California Bancorp Common Stock operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 189M with 2% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 33.4%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 33.4% and operating margin of 55.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 21M in free cash flow and 21M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor BANKS - REGIONAL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Southern California Bancorp Common Stock.

Bottom Line

Southern California Bancorp Common Stock offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Southern California Bancorp Common Stock(BCAL)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

BANKS - REGIONAL

Country

USA

Southern California Bancorp is the holding company for Bank of Southern California, N.A. that provides various financial products to individuals, professionals, and small-to medium-sized businesses. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.