Cadence Bancorp (CADE) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Cadence Bancorp stock (CADE) is currently trading at $42.11. Cadence Bancorp PE ratio is 15.20. Cadence Bancorp PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 4.22. Analyst consensus price target for CADE is $42.67. WallStSmart rates CADE as Hold.
- CADE PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- CADE PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- CADE intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- CADE stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- CADE fair value vs current price
- CADE insider transactions and insider buying
- Is CADE undervalued or overvalued?
- Cadence Bancorp financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- CADE Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- CADE analyst price target and Smart Rating
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CADE Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Cadence Bancorp (CADE)
CADE appears undervalued based on the Graham Formula, trading 26% below its estimated fair value of $56.95.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Cadence Bancorp (CADE) · 9 metrics scored
Smart Score
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 return on equity. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Cadence Bancorp (CADE) Key Strengths (5)
Keeps $42 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Keeps $29 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
89.01% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Trading at 1.33x book value, attractively priced
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Supporting Valuation Data
Cadence Bancorp (CADE) Areas to Watch (4)
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Premium valuation at 4.2x annual revenue
Modest earnings growth at 8.60%
Solid revenue growth at 14.90% per year
Supporting Valuation Data
Cadence Bancorp (CADE) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 61/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 4.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (1.33) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 41.70%, Profit Margin at 29.30%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Price/Sales, EPS Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (4.22) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 14.90%, EPS Growth at 8.60%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 9.22%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 9.22% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 14.90% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, Profit Margin) and negatives (Return on Equity, Price/Sales). 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.
CADE Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
CADE's Price-to-Sales ratio of 5.41x sits near its historical average of 5.18x (54th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 35% below its historical high of 8.3x set in Aug 2018, and 186% above its historical low of 1.89x in Nov 2011.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Cadence Bancorp (CADE) · FINANCIAL SERVICES › BANKS - REGIONAL
The Big Picture
Cadence Bancorp is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 1.9B with 15% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 29.3%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
Profit margin of 29.3% and operating margin of 41.7% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Generating 173M in free cash flow and 194M 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 Cadence Bancorp.
Bottom Line
Cadence Bancorp is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 29.3% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
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 Cadence Bancorp(CADE)
NYSE
FINANCIAL SERVICES
BANKS - REGIONAL
USA
Cadence Bancorporation, a financial portfolio company, through its subsidiary, Cadence Bank, a National Association that provides banking and wealth management services to businesses, high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and retail clients. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.