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Nicolet Bankshares Inc (NIC) is a good buy for a beginner investor with a long-term strategy and $50,000-$100,000 available for investment. The stock shows strong financial performance, bullish technical indicators, and positive sentiment from analysts. While there are no recent news catalysts or significant trading trends, the company's consistent growth and upward price target revisions make it a solid investment opportunity.
The technical indicators are bullish. The MACD histogram is positive and contracting, indicating a continuation of upward momentum. The RSI at 70.936 is neutral, and the moving averages are bullish (SMA_5 > SMA_20 > SMA_200). The stock is trading above the pivot level (149.528), with resistance levels at 153.531 and 156.004, suggesting room for further upside.

Strong financial performance in Q4 2025, with revenue up 12.92% YoY, net income up 16.95% YoY, and EPS up 20.45% YoY.
Analysts have raised price targets consistently, with the latest targets ranging from $148 to $
Stable net interest margin at 3.86% and strong credit quality.
Bullish technical indicators and upward momentum.
No recent news or event-driven catalysts.
Neutral sentiment from hedge funds and insiders.
Congress trading data is unavailable, indicating no recent political interest.
In Q4 2025, Nicolet Bankshares reported revenue of $96.34 million, up 12.92% YoY. Net income increased to $40.32 million, up 16.95% YoY, and EPS rose to 2.65, up 20.45% YoY. The company demonstrated strong growth trends and stable financial health.
Analysts are bullish on the stock. Hovde Group raised the price target to $190, Maxim raised it to $173, and Keefe Bruyette raised it to $170. Analysts highlight the company's strong financial performance, higher earning assets, stable net interest margin, and strong credit quality.