Should I buy or sell KBC Group stock right now?

1 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for KBC Group in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "hold" KBCSY shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in KBCSY, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares. View KBCSY analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks .

How have KBCSY shares performed in 2024?

KBC Group's stock was trading at $32.48 at the beginning of the year. Since then, KBCSY stock has increased by 14.2% and is now trading at $37.08. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here .

Are investors shorting KBC Group?

KBC Group saw a decrease in short interest in the month of March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totaling 17,100 shares, a decrease of 43.0% from the March 15th total of 30,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 35,400 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 0.5 days. View KBC Group's Short Interest .

How were KBC Group's earnings last quarter?

KBC Group NV (OTCMKTS:KBCSY) announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February, 8th. The company reported $0.86 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The company had revenue of $2.88 billion for the quarter. KBC Group had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 14.44% and a net margin of 13.46%.

How often does KBC Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for KBC Group?

KBC Group declared a dividend on Wednesday, April 17th. Investors of record on Tuesday, May 14th will be given a dividend of $1.1215 per share on Thursday, May 30th. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, May 13th. This is a boost from the stock's previous dividend of $0.33. Read our dividend analysis for KBCSY .

Is KBC Group a good dividend stock?

KBC Group (OTCMKTS:KBCSY) pays an annual dividend of $0.67 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.82%. The dividend payout ratio is 15.37%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, KBCSY will have a dividend payout ratio of 16.96% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Read our dividend analysis for KBCSY .

How do I buy shares of KBC Group?

Shares of KBCSY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here .

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KBC Group (KBCSY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

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$37.08

-0.02 (-0.05%)

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Today's Range: $36.92
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$37.15
50-Day Range: $33.42
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52-Week Range: $26.84
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$38.25

Volume: 10,699 shs
Average Volume: 38,407 shs
Market Capitalization: $30.95 billion

P/E Ratio: 8.50
Dividend Yield: 1.81%
Price Target: N/A

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About KBC Group Stock (OTCMKTS:KBCSY)

KBC Group NV, together with its subsidiaries, provides integrated bank-insurance services primarily for retail, private banking, small and medium sized enterprises, and mid-cap clients. The company offers demand deposits and savings accounts; home and mortgage loans; consumer finance and SME funding services; credit, investment fund and asset management, and life and non-life insurance; and cash management, payments, trade finance, lease, money market, capital market products, and stockbroking services. It also provides digital and mobile banking services. The company was formerly known as KBC Bank and Insurance Holding Company NV and changed its name to KBC Group NV in March 2005. KBC Group NV was incorporated in 1935 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 2/08/2024
Today: 4/19/2024
Ex-Dividend for 5/30 Dividend: 5/13/2024
Dividend Payable: 5/30/2024
Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2024

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
Sector: Finance
Industry: Commercial banks, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Industry: N/A
Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:KBCSY
Previous Symbol: NASDAQ:KBCSY
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: 1411133
Web: www.kbc.com
Phone: (327) 835-3137
Fax: N/A
Employees: 42,000
Year Founded: 1989

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): $4.36
Trailing P/E Ratio: 8.51
Forward P/E Ratio: 10.05
P/E Growth: 1.96
Net Income: $3.68 billion
Net Margins: 13.46%
Pretax Margin: 16.12%
Return on Equity: 14.44%
Return on Assets: 0.96%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
Current Ratio: N/A
Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: $28.05 billion
Price / Sales: 1.10
Cash Flow: $4.45 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 8.33
Book Value: $31.46 per share
Price / Book: 1.18

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 834,610,000
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: $30.97 billion
Optionable: Not Optionable
Beta: 1.18

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Key Executives

Mr. Johan Thijs (Age 59)
Group CEO, MD & Executive Director
Comp: $3.32M
Mr. Roger Elie Popelier (Age 60)
CFO & Executive Director
Comp: $1.77M
Ms. Christine Van Rijsseghem (Age 62)
Chief Risk Officer & Executive Director
Comp: $1.77M
Mr. Erik Marcel Hugo Luts (Age 64)
Chief Innovation Officer
Comp: $1.78M
Mr. Peter Grozdev Andronov (Age 55)
Chief Executive Officer of International Markets Business Unit
Comp: $1.74M
Mr. David Moucheron (Age 51)
Chief Executive Officer of Belgium Business Unit
Comp: $1.76M
Mr. Ales Blazek (Age 52)
Chief Executive Officer of Czech Republic Business Unit
Comp: $1.02M
Mr. Kurt De Baenst
General Manager of Investor Relations Office
Ms. Viviane Huybrecht
General Manager of Corporate Communication
Mr. Johan Thiers
Chief Financial Officer of Kbc Belgium B.U.

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Should I Buy KBC Group Stock? KBCSY Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in KBC Group NV:

KBC Group NV provides integrated bank-insurance services, catering to a wide range of clients from retail to mid-cap, offering a diverse portfolio of financial products and services.
The company offers digital and mobile banking services, showcasing a commitment to technological innovation and convenience for customers.
With a history dating back to 1935 and being headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, KBC Group NV has established a strong presence and reputation in the financial industry.
Johan Thijs, the CEO of KBC Group, brings leadership and experience to drive the company's growth and strategic initiatives.
Recent positive financial performance and growth trends, including stock price appreciation, indicate a promising outlook for potential returns on investment.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in KBC Group NV for these reasons:

Market volatility and economic uncertainties can impact the financial sector, potentially affecting KBC Group NV's performance and profitability.
Regulatory changes or compliance issues in the banking and insurance industry could pose challenges for KBC Group NV's operations and growth strategies.
Competition from other financial institutions may put pressure on KBC Group NV's market share and margins, affecting its competitive position.
Global economic conditions and geopolitical risks could introduce instability in the financial markets, impacting KBC Group NV's investment portfolio and revenue streams.
Fluctuations in interest rates and currency exchange rates may influence the company's financial results and overall profitability.

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these KBC Group pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

KBCSY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell KBC Group stock right now?: 1 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for KBC Group in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "hold" KBCSY shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in KBCSY, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
View KBCSY analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks.
How have KBCSY shares performed in 2024?: KBC Group's stock was trading at $32.48 at the beginning of the year. Since then, KBCSY stock has increased by 14.2% and is now trading at $37.08.
View the best growth stocks for 2024 here.
Are investors shorting KBC Group?: KBC Group saw a decrease in short interest in the month of March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totaling 17,100 shares, a decrease of 43.0% from the March 15th total of 30,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 35,400 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 0.5 days.
View KBC Group's Short Interest.
How were KBC Group's earnings last quarter?: KBC Group NV (OTCMKTS:KBCSY) announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February, 8th. The company reported $0.86 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The company had revenue of $2.88 billion for the quarter. KBC Group had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 14.44% and a net margin of 13.46%.

How often does KBC Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for KBC Group?: KBC Group declared a dividend on Wednesday, April 17th. Investors of record on Tuesday, May 14th will be given a dividend of $1.1215 per share on Thursday, May 30th. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, May 13th. This is a boost from the stock's previous dividend of $0.33.
Read our dividend analysis for KBCSY.
Is KBC Group a good dividend stock?: KBC Group (OTCMKTS:KBCSY) pays an annual dividend of $0.67 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.82%. The dividend payout ratio is 15.37%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, KBCSY will have a dividend payout ratio of 16.96% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for KBCSY.
How do I buy shares of KBC Group?: Shares of KBCSY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
Compare Top Brokerages Here.

This page (OTCMKTS:KBCSY) was last updated on 4/19/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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