FIBK

First Interstate BancSystem reported Q3 2026 revenue of $250.6 million, down 0.5% year-over-year, with EPS of $0.65 versus $0.69 in the prior year quarter. The company beat revenue estimates by 0.69% but missed EPS expectations by 7.14%.

Key metrics showed mixed results, with improvements in net FTE interest margin and efficiency ratio, but declines in leverage ratio and Tier 1 risk-based capital ratios. The stock holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating.

First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) reported quarterly earnings of $0.65 per share, missing the consensus estimate of $0.70, representing a -7.14% earnings surprise. However, the company exceeded revenue expectations and maintains a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating based on favorable estimate revision trends. Eagle Bancorp Montana (EBMT) is expected to report earnings of $0.55 per share with a 19.6% year-over-year increase.

First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) is expected to report Q3 earnings of $0.70 per share, up 1.5% year-over-year, with revenues forecasted at $248.88 million, down 1.2% from the prior year. The consensus EPS estimate has been revised upward by 2.2% in the past 30 days.

Key metrics show improvements in capital ratios and non-performing assets, though efficiency ratio and net interest income are expected to decline slightly. FIBK holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating and has underperformed the S&P 500 by 3.7% over the past month.

Zacks highlights three bank stocks offering attractive dividend yields above 4%: First Interstate BancSystem, Southside Bancshares, and First Hawaiian. All three carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating. The banks are positioned to benefit from strategic initiatives including balance sheet optimization, loan growth, and disciplined capital management, though they face headwinds from higher funding costs and interest rate pressures.

Three bank stocks—First Interstate BancSystem (5.2% yield), Southside Bancshares (4.9% yield), and First Hawaiian (4.2% yield)—are highlighted as income opportunities for investors. All three carry Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) ratings and have recently declined, potentially offering attractive entry points. Each bank is focused on sustainable growth, balance-sheet optimization, and maintaining dividend payouts through disciplined capital management.