STAAR Surgical Q1 2026: Early Signs Of A Durable Turnaround
STAAR Surgical Company delivered a robust 1Q26 beat, with revenue up 119% YoY to $93.5M and a swing…

Net interest margin expansion or compression driven by Fed policy and deposit pricing competition
Loan portfolio growth rates in commercial real estate and C&I segments within Minnesota/Midwest markets
Credit quality metrics - non-performing assets, charge-offs, and provision expense relative to peers
Deposit growth and funding mix shifts between non-interest bearing, interest-bearing, and wholesale funding
high - Regional commercial banks are highly cyclical. Loan demand correlates with business investment and commercial real estate activity in the Midwest. Credit losses spike during recessions as commercial borrowers face cash flow stress. The 40.4% net income growth reflects strong 2025 economic conditions, but earnings could contract sharply in a downturn. Commercial real estate exposure adds cyclicality given sensitivity to property values and occupancy rates.
Asset-sensitive positioning benefits from higher rates through expanding net interest margins, as loan yields reprice faster than deposit costs. However, the Fed's current pause or potential cuts from February 2026 forward could compress margins if deposit competition remains intense. The yield curve shape matters significantly - a steeper curve (wider 10Y-2Y spread) improves profitability by allowing banks to borrow short and lend long. Inverted or flat curves pressure margins.
Commercial real estate market stress from office sector weakness, remote work trends reducing demand for traditional office space in secondary Midwest markets
Regulatory burden and compliance costs disproportionately impact sub-$10B banks, limiting scale advantages versus larger regional competitors
Disintermediation risk from fintech lenders and national banks offering competitive commercial lending products with faster digital processes
value - The 1.0x price-to-book valuation and 1.8x price-to-sales suggest the stock trades at tangible book value, attracting value investors seeking regional bank exposure at reasonable valuations. The 31.4% one-year return indicates momentum investors have participated in the rate-driven rally. The 9.4% ROE is below peer averages, suggesting operational improvement potential. Not a dividend story given growth reinvestment needs.
Trend
-3.0% vs SMA 50 · +4.2% vs SMA 200
Momentum
Accumulation pattern present — more buying days than selling over the past 20 sessions. Volume conditions support gradual price improvement.
Based on volume distribution analysis. Direct short interest data (short float %, days to cover) is not available in current data sources.
Analyst consensus estimates · Actuals replace estimates as reported
| Year | Revenue Est. | Rev Gth | EPS Est. | EPS Gth | Range | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FY2023 | $106.3M $104.6M–$109.2M | — | $1.10 | — | ±3% | Low1 |
FY2024 | $108.6M $106.8M–$111.6M | ▲ +2.2% | $0.99 | ▼ -9.4% | ±2% | Low2 |
FY2025 | $142.8M $140.5M–$146.7M | ▲ +31.5% | $1.49 | ▲ +49.8% | ±3% | Moderate3 |
STAAR Surgical Company delivered a robust 1Q26 beat, with revenue up 119% YoY to $93.5M and a swing…

bridgewater bank is committed to being the finest entrepreneurial bank in the twin cities. providing simple banking solutions and responsive service to consumer and commercial clients in an unconventional banking environment sets this dynamic young bank apart from its peers. a large shareholder base is primarily comprised of successful real estate and seasoned small business entrepreneurs. offering an owner's perspective, the managing founders deliver unparalleled industry knowledge and dedication to meeting the unique needs of each individual client.
| Symbol | Price | Day % | Mkt Cap↓ | P/E | Rev Grw | Margin | ELO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BWB◀ | $17.99 | +0.33% | $502M | 9.3 | +1598.2% | 1580.4% | 1500 |
| $297.81 | -0.70% | $798.0B | 14.1 | +330.7% | 2039.3% | 1503 | |
| $325.75 | +1.00% | $624.4B | 28.0 | +1134.0% | 5014.5% | 1500 | |
| $494.20 | +0.87% | $436.7B | 28.3 | +1641.6% | 4564.7% | 1490 | |
| $49.77 | -0.16% | $353.2B | 11.4 | -45.1% | 1592.6% | 1495 | |
| $192.51 | -1.04% | $303.6B | 16.6 | +1147.7% | 1466.4% | 1526 | |
| $948.47 | -2.11% | $279.8B | 15.9 | -138.4% | 1373.0% | 1526 | |
| Sector avg | — | -0.26% | — | 17.7 | +809.8% | 2518.7% | 1506 |