Halper Sadeh Investigates First Foundation's Merger with FirstSun Capital
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 12 2025
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Source: Globenewswire
- Merger Investigation: Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating the merger between First Foundation Inc. and FirstSun Capital Bancorp, which involves an exchange of 0.16083 shares of FirstSun common stock for each share of First Foundation, potentially indicating breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders.
- Cash Acquisition Scrutiny: Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. is being acquired for $12.00 per share in cash by IES Holdings, Inc., and Halper Sadeh LLC may seek increased compensation and additional disclosures for shareholders regarding this transaction.
- Kenvue Sale Analysis: Kenvue Inc. is being sold for $3.50 per share in cash plus 0.14625 shares of Kimberly-Clark stock, with Halper Sadeh LLC also monitoring the compliance of this deal.
- Shareholder Rights Protection: Halper Sadeh LLC offers legal services on a contingency fee basis, encouraging shareholders to reach out to discuss their legal rights and options, demonstrating a commitment to protecting investor interests.
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Analyst Views on FFWM
Wall Street analysts forecast FFWM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for FFWM is 6.75 USD with a low forecast of 6.00 USD and a high forecast of 7.50 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
2 Analyst Rating
1 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 6.120
Low
6.00
Averages
6.75
High
7.50
Current: 6.120
Low
6.00
Averages
6.75
High
7.50
About FFWM
First Foundation Inc. is a financial services company that provides a comprehensive platform of financial services to individuals, businesses, and other organizations. Its integrated platform provides banking products and services, investment advisory and wealth management services and trust services. It operates in two segments: Banking and Investment Management and Wealth Planning (Wealth Management). The Banking segment includes the operations of First Foundation Bank (FFB), First Foundation Insurance Services (FFIS), First Foundation Public Finance (FFPF), and Blue Moon Management LLC. The Wealth Management segment includes the operations of First Foundation Advisors (FFA). Through FFB, it offers a range of loan products, deposit products, treasury management products and services, and trust services. It provides business banking products and services to small to moderate-sized firms and professional firms, and consumer banking products and services to individuals and families.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
Investor Rights Investigation: Multiple Company Transactions
- Investigation Background: Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE) regarding its sale to CD&R-affiliated funds at $42.15 per share, which may involve potential violations of federal securities laws.
- First Foundation Transaction: First Foundation Inc. (NYSE:FFWM) is being sold to FirstSun Capital Bancorp for 0.16083 shares of FirstSun common stock per share of First Foundation, raising concerns about breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders.
- Alexander & Baldwin Sale: Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NYSE:ALEX) is selling to MW Group and funds affiliated with Blackstone Real Estate and DivcoWest for $21.20 per share in cash, with Halper Sadeh LLC potentially seeking increased consideration for shareholders.
- Legal Support Offered: Halper Sadeh LLC offers free legal consultations without upfront fees, encouraging shareholders to reach out to discuss their rights and options, aiming to provide relief and benefits to defrauded investors.
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First Foundation Reports Q4 Losses and Declining Metrics
- Earnings Miss: First Foundation's Q4 non-GAAP EPS of -$0.04 missed expectations by $0.07, indicating a significant decline in profitability that may undermine investor confidence.
- Revenue Decline: The company reported Q4 revenue of $48.4 million, a 25.2% year-over-year drop, missing expectations by $9.95 million, reflecting weakened market demand and intensified competition pressures.
- Decreased Net Interest Income: Net interest income for the quarter was $39.4 million, down from $46.1 million in the prior quarter and $51.3 million year-over-year, highlighting challenges faced by the company in a changing interest rate environment.
- Rising Nonperforming Assets: As of December 31, 2025, nonperforming assets to total assets ratio increased to 0.37% from 0.33% in the prior quarter, indicating a deterioration in asset quality that could impact future lending capabilities.
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