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Bank OZK (NASDAQ:OZK) is receiving mixed signals from the latest Zacks Research revisions. Several near-term earnings estimates increased, but the analyst firm simultaneously maintained a “Strong Sell” rating and cut multiple longer-term forecasts, creating a generally cautious backdrop for the stock.
- Zacks raised its Q3 2026 EPS estimate to $1.44 from $1.43, FY2026 EPS to $5.82 from $5.81, Q3 2027 EPS to $1.61 from $1.54, and Q1 2028 EPS to $1.73 from $1.67. These increases suggest somewhat better expected earnings in several periods.
- The $5.82 FY2026 forecast remains close to the broader consensus estimate of $5.83. However, the estimate changes are analyst revisions rather than new company guidance, so their immediate effect may be limited.
- Zacks added Bank OZK to its Rank #5 “Strong Sell” list, a prominent negative signal that may weigh on investor sentiment. New Strong Sell Stocks for September 17th
- Zacks lowered its estimates for Q1 2027 EPS to $1.44 from $1.47, Q2 2027 EPS to $1.48 from $1.56, Q4 2027 EPS to $1.55 from $1.60, FY2027 EPS to $6.09 from $6.18, Q2 2028 EPS to $1.74 from $2.01, and FY2028 EPS to $7.32 from $7.78. The broad downward revisions point to weaker expected earnings growth beyond 2026.
Overall, the modest upward revisions to selected near-term forecasts are being offset by the Strong Sell designation and sizable reductions to 2027–2028 earnings expectations. That combination is likely limiting enthusiasm for OZK despite the company’s low valuation and the slight improvement in some estimates.