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BankUnited (NYSE:BKU) has been analyzed by 7 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
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| Total Ratings | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $38.43, a high estimate of $42.00, and a low estimate of $34.00. This current average represents a 7.78% decrease from the previous average price target of $41.67.
The standing of BankUnited among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
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| Benjamin Gerlinger | Citigroup | Raises | Neutral | $38.00 | $36.00 |
| David Chiaverini | Jefferies | Announces | Hold | $39.00 | - |
| Ryan Nash | Goldman Sachs | Lowers | Sell | $34.00 | $38.00 |
| Wood Lay | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Lowers | Market Perform | $38.00 | $40.00 |
| Jon Arfstrom | RBC Capital | Lowers | Sector Perform | $40.00 | $42.00 |
| Timur Braziler | Wells Fargo | Lowers | Overweight | $42.00 | $50.00 |
| Jared Shaw | Barclays | Lowers | Equal-Weight | $38.00 | $44.00 |
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of BankUnited's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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BankUnited Inc is a bank holding company with one wholly owned subsidiary, BankUnited. The bank provides a full range of banking services through banking centers located throughout Florida, as well as New York City. The company is a commercially focused regional bank focusing on small and middle-market businesses, but also provides certain commercial lending and deposit products on a national platform. The Bank offers a comprehensive suite of commercial lending and deposit products through an Atlanta office focused on the Southeast region, certain commercial lending and deposit products through national platforms and certain consumer deposit products through an online channel.
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining BankUnited's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 5.66% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: BankUnited's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 22.57%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.02%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.16%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: BankUnited's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.07. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter.
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