Law firm Monteverde & Associates is investigating the proposed sale of CNB Bank Shares to HBT Financial, where shareholders can receive either stock shares, cash, or a combination of both.

HBT Financial reported strong Q3 financial results with increased revenue and loan growth, exceeding analyst expectations and demonstrating strong asset quality.

HBT Financial, Inc. will merge with CNB Bank Shares, Inc. in a $170.2 million transaction, creating a combined financial institution with approximately $6.9 billion in total assets and 84 branch locations across Illinois, Eastern Iowa, and Missouri.

HBT Financial reported Q2 2025 financial results with net income of $19.2 million, achieving a return on average assets of 1.53% and return on average stockholders' equity of 13.47%.

5 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on HBT Finl (NASDAQ:HBT) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish. Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 1 1 3 0 Last 30D 0 0 0 1 0 1M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 2M Ago 0 1 0 0 0 3M Ago 0 0 1 2 0 In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for HBT Finl, presenting an average target of $21.7, a high estimate of $23.00, and a low estimate of $21.00. This current average reflects an increase of 1.5% from the previous average price target of $21.38. Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study A clear picture of HBT Finl's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Steven Alexopoulos JP Morgan Lowers Underweight $21.00 $22.00 David Long Raymond James Announces Outperform $23.00 - Steven Alexopoulos JP Morgan Raises Underweight $22.00 $21.00 Nathan Race Piper Sandler Raises Neutral $21.50 $21.00 Anthony Elian JP Morgan Lowers Underweight $21.00 $21.50 Key Insights: Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for HBT Finl (NASDAQ:HBT), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish. The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 1 1 2 0 Last 30D 0 1 0 0 0 1M Ago 0 0 1 1 0 2M Ago 0 0 0 1 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $21.88, a high estimate of $23.00, and a low estimate of $21.00. This current average reflects an increase of 3.35% from the previous average price target of $21.17. Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of HBT Finl by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target David Long Raymond James Announces Outperform $23.00 - Steven Alexopoulos JP Morgan Raises Underweight $22.00 $21.00 Nathan Race Piper Sandler Raises Neutral $21.50 $21.00 Anthony Elian JP Morgan Lowers Underweight $21.00 $21.50 Key Insights: Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for HBT Financial (HBT) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

HBT Financial (HBT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 0% and 7.07%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

First Quarter Highlights

HBT Financial (HBT) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

BLOOMINGTON, Ill., April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HBT Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: HBT) (the “Company” or “HBT Financial”), the holding company for Heartland Bank and Trust Company, today announced that it will issue its first quarter 2024 financial results before the market opens on Monday, April 22, 2024. A copy of the press release announcing the first quarter 2024 financial results and an investor presentation will be made available on the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.hbtfinancial.com.

Although U.S. stocks closed mixed on Friday, there were a few notable insider trades. When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company's prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision. Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out Benzinga's insider transactions platform. PCB Bancorp The Trade: PCB Bancorp (NASDAQ: PCB) Director Sang Young Lee acquired a total of 4,202 shares an average price of $15.95. To acquire these shares, it cost around $67,002. What’s Happening: On ...