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Q3 Financial Performance: Bank of Hawaii reported a strong Q3 with an EPS of $1.20, up from $1.06, and a 7.1% annual increase in average deposit balances.

Adhishthana Cycle Analysis: The bank is in Phase 18 of the Adhishthana cycle, which indicates a lack of bullish momentum due to weak triad formations, suggesting limited upside potential for the stock.

Nirvana Move Unlikely: The absence of noticeable Satoguna in the triads means that a Nirvana move is not expected, as the stock has experienced significant declines and range-bound trading in previous phases.

Investor Strategy Recommendation: Investors may want to wait for the cycle reset in December 2025 before reassessing entry opportunities, as the current phase is likely to continue showing sluggish performance.

Validea's Growth Investor Model: The model, based on Martin Zweig's strategy, identifies growth stocks with accelerating earnings, reasonable valuations, and low debt, highlighting First Bancorp and Bank of Hawaii Corp as notable mid-cap stocks with improved ratings.

First Bancorp Overview: First Bancorp, a financial holding company, operates through various segments including commercial and consumer banking, and has seen its rating increase from 77% to 85% based on strong fundamentals and valuation.

Bank of Hawaii Corp Overview: Bank of Hawaii, also a mid-cap growth stock, provides a range of financial services primarily in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands, with its rating rising from 69% to 85% due to favorable underlying fundamentals.

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