• The consensus price target for Home Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:HOMB) has been adjusted to $28 by Piper Sandler ahead of the Q4 earnings announcement.
• Despite a recent decrease in the price target, HOMB has been upgraded to a soft "Buy" due to improving fundamentals and valuation.
• The company's net interest margin, revenue, and profits are on the rise, with return on assets and equity surpassing industry benchmarks.

Home Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:HOMB) is a bank holding company based in Conway, Arkansas. It operates through its subsidiary, Centennial Bank, offering a variety of commercial and retail banking services. These services include deposit products like checking and savings accounts, as well as loan products. The company also provides internet and mobile banking services and insurance policies, operating through 160 branches across several states.

The consensus price target for HOMB has seen some fluctuations recently. Last month, the average price target was $31, down from $32.5 in the previous quarter. This indicates a slight decline in analyst optimism for the stock in the short term. However, the price target remained stable at $32.5 over the last year and last quarter, suggesting consistent expectations from analysts during that period.

Ahead of its fourth-quarter earnings announcement, analysts from Piper Sandler have revised their forecasts, setting a price target of $28 for HOMB. This adjustment reflects their anticipation of the company's financial performance in the upcoming report. The earnings results are set to be released after the market closes on January 14, 2026, followed by a conference call on January 15, 2026.

Despite the recent decrease in the price target, HOMB has been upgraded to a soft "Buy" due to its improving fundamentals and valuation. The company's net interest margin, revenue, and profits are on the rise, driven by balance sheet optimization and favorable interest rate trends. While there are minor concerns over deposit trends and valuation multiples, HOMB's asset quality remains strong, with return on assets and equity surpassing industry benchmarks.