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NSTS Bancorp Inc (NSTS) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

NSTS Bancorp Inc stock (NSTS) is currently trading at $11.80. NSTS Bancorp Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 6.09. WallStSmart rates NSTS as Sell.

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NSTS

NSTS Bancorp Inc

NASDAQFINANCIAL SERVICES
$11.80
$0.37 (-3.04%)
52W$10.72
$13.06

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Smart Analysis

NSTS Bancorp Inc (NSTS) · 8 metrics scored

Smart Score

30
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
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 price/book. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

NSTS Bancorp Inc (NSTS) Key Strengths (1)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
Price/BookValuation
0.7410/10

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

NSTS Bancorp Inc (NSTS) Areas to Watch (7)

Avg Score: 2.6/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-0.72%0/10

Company is destroying shareholder value

Profit MarginProfitability
-5.81%0/10

Company is losing money with a negative profit margin

Operating MarginProfitability
2.54%1/10

Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure

Market CapQuality
$59M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Price/SalesValuation
6.094/10

Premium valuation at 6.1x annual revenue

Institutional Own.Quality
22.41%4/10

Low institutional interest, mostly retail-driven

Revenue GrowthGrowth
14.60%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 14.60% per year

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
6.09
Premium
EV/Revenue
8.95
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NSTS Bancorp Inc (NSTS) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 30/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 1 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Price/Book. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (0.74) suggest the stock is attractively priced.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (6.09) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 14.60%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -0.72%, Operating Margin at 2.54%, Profit Margin at -5.81%.

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 -0.72% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 14.60% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher 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

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Return on Equity and Profit Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

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.

NSTS Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

NSTS's Price-to-Sales ratio of 6.09x sits near its historical average of 6.73x (42th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 39% below its historical high of 9.91x set in Feb 2022, and 37% above its historical low of 4.44x in Mar 2025. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~4.4x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for NSTS Bancorp Inc (NSTS) · FINANCIAL SERVICESBANKS - REGIONAL

The Big Picture

NSTS Bancorp Inc is in a turnaround phase, with management focused on restoring profitability. Revenue reached 10M with 15% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -5.8% profit margin.

Key Findings

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 3M in free cash flow and 3M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Operating at a Loss

The company is unprofitable with a -5.8% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor BANKS - REGIONAL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact NSTS Bancorp Inc.

Bottom Line

NSTS Bancorp Inc is in turnaround mode. The path to profitability remains the critical question. Speculative investors may see opportunity in the recovery story, but conservative investors should wait for consistent positive earnings before committing capital.

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 NSTS Bancorp Inc(NSTS)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

BANKS - REGIONAL

Country

USA

NSTS Bancorp, Inc. is focused on operating as a savings and loan holding company for North Shore Trust and Savings which provides banking products and services in Illinois. The company is headquartered in Waukegan, Illinois.

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700 SOUTH LEWIS AVENUE, WAUKEGAN, IL, UNITED STATES, 60085