Keefe, Bruyette & Woods has upgraded Glacier Bancorp Inc (GBCI) to Outperform from Market Perform, marking a notable shift in analyst sentiment. This upgrade, effective December 14, 2025, comes as the bank's current share price stands at $44.43.
The decision underscores a more optimistic outlook on Glacier Bancorp's prospects, potentially reflecting improved fundamentals or better-than-expected business performance. Headquartered in Kalispell, Montana, Glacier Bancorp provides a comprehensive range of banking services to individuals and businesses across several states, including Montana, Idaho, and Colorado. The firm has a market capitalization of $5.8 billion and a P/E ratio of 24.32.
As the banking industry continues to evolve, analyst ratings like this one offer valuable insights into company performance. However, they should be considered alongside other factors such as competitive positioning and industry trends. The consensus among analysts currently stands at Buy, with four Strong Buy and five Buy ratings.
Looking ahead, Glacier Bancorp is set to announce its next earnings report on July 22, 2026, with estimates indicating earnings per share (EPS) of $0.77 and revenue of $285.6 million. This anticipated performance follows a mixed earnings history, including a recent Q3 2025 EPS of $0.57, which fell short of estimates by 8.5%. Such fluctuations highlight the importance of continuous monitoring of the company's financial health and market conditions.