Net interest margin trajectory - ability to reprice loan portfolio faster than deposit costs rise in the current rate environment
Commercial real estate asset quality metrics - particularly multifamily loan performance in rent-stabilized Brooklyn and northern NJ markets
Loan growth rates in core commercial real estate and C&I segments versus deposit growth and funding mix
Capital deployment decisions - dividend sustainability (current yield implications) versus share repurchase activity given 0.7x P/B valuation
moderate-to-high - Regional banks with concentrated commercial real estate exposure are highly sensitive to local economic conditions. Kearny's performance correlates with northern New Jersey and Brooklyn employment levels, small business activity, and multifamily property cash flows. Economic weakness increases credit losses and reduces loan demand, while strong conditions support asset quality and modest loan growth. The 130% net income growth reflects recovery from prior-year credit provisioning, not underlying business momentum.
Asset-sensitive balance sheet structure means rising rates initially compress margins (deposit costs reprice faster than fixed-rate loan portfolio), but eventual loan repricing and higher yields on new originations improve profitability. As of February 2026, the bank is likely experiencing margin stabilization after Fed rate cuts in 2024-2025. Further rate cuts would pressure NIM as loan yields decline while deposit costs remain sticky. The 10Y-2Y yield curve shape affects long-term profitability and loan demand.
Geographic concentration risk - over-exposure to northern New Jersey and Brooklyn real estate markets limits diversification and creates vulnerability to localized economic shocks or regulatory changes (e.g., rent control expansion)
Thrift business model obsolescence - traditional deposit-funded lending faces structural pressure from fintech competition, declining branch relevance, and disintermediation as customers shift to digital-first banking platforms
Commercial real estate secular headwinds - office space demand destruction and retail disruption create portfolio risks, though Kearny's multifamily focus provides some insulation
value - The 0.7x price-to-book valuation attracts deep value investors betting on mean reversion, potential takeout premium in M&A consolidation, or asset quality proving better than feared. Dividend yield (estimated 4%+ based on FCF yield) appeals to income-focused investors, though sustainability is questioned. Not a growth story given 5.1% revenue growth and mature market position. Recent 28.6% 3-month return suggests tactical momentum players entering on technical breakout or M&A speculation.
Trend
+18.0% vs SMA 50 · +21.5% vs SMA 200
Momentum
Volume distribution is neutral or leaning toward distribution. No compelling squeeze setup based on current money flow data.
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 | $188.4M $188.4M–$188.4M | — | $0.61 | — | — | Low1 |
FY2024 | $158.5M $158.0M–$158.9M | ▼ -15.9% | $0.29 | ▼ -52.0% | ±0% | Low2 |
FY2025 | $154.3M $153.8M–$154.8M | ▼ -2.6% | $0.51 | ▲ +71.2% | ±0% | Low1 |
Dividend per payment — last 8 periods
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Kearny Financial Corp. is the parent company of Kearny Bank which operates from its administrative headquarters in Fairfield, New Jersey, and a total of 49 retail branch offices located throughout northern and central New Jersey and Brooklyn and Staten Island, New York. At December 31, 2020, Kearny Financial Corp. had approximately $7.3 billion in total assets.
| Symbol | Price | Day % | Mkt Cap↓ | P/E | Rev Grw | Margin | ELO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KRNY◀ | $7.83 | +1.12% | $492M | 14.3 | +509.5% | 759.0% | 1500 |
| $312.47 | -0.24% | $842.7B | 14.8 | +330.7% | 2039.3% | 1506 | |
| $328.03 | -0.55% | $628.8B | 28.2 | +1134.0% | 5014.5% | 1500 | |
| $495.46 | -1.19% | $438.6B | 28.4 | +1641.6% | 4564.7% | 1491 | |
| $53.24 | -0.41% | $382.1B | 12.2 | -45.1% | 1592.6% | 1502 | |
| $190.18 | -0.22% | $302.0B | 16.4 | +1147.7% | 1466.4% | 1518 | |
| $923.71 | -0.01% | $274.1B | 15.5 | -138.4% | 1373.0% | 1516 | |
| Sector avg | — | -0.21% | — | 18.5 | +654.3% | 2401.4% | 1505 |