Anchorage, Alaska, August 18, 2025
News Summary
First National Bank Alaska shares moved above their fifty‑day moving average and hit a new 52‑week high after strong second‑quarter results and a recent cash dividend. The stock rose from earlier intraday highs to a peak while trading volumes remained low, highlighting potential volatility despite technical momentum. The bank reported solid Q2 earnings per share and revenue, plus a sizable cash dividend that was distributed to shareholders. Key metrics include a market cap near $881.72 million, a P/E of 11.90 and low leverage, while liquidity ratios remain modest. Investors should weigh fundamentals alongside thin trading.
First National Bank Alaska Shares Climb Above 50‑Day Average, Hit New 52‑Week High
First National Bank Alaska saw its stock move above its short‑term trend line this week and later reached a fresh 52‑week high, driven by solid second‑quarter results and a recent cash dividend. Investors trading the ticker FBAK watched the share price pass its fifty‑day moving average and climb to a high of $280.00 after earlier trading at $272.50.
What happened in trading
Company performance and payouts
The bank reported strong second‑quarter results for 2025, with earnings per share of $5.80 and total revenue of $52.52 million. Net income for the quarter was reported at $18.4 million. Earlier in the year, the board approved a cash dividend of $4.00 per share at a meeting on April 30, 2025. That dividend was payable on June 15, 2025, distributed on June 16, 2025, and was payable to shareholders of record as of June 1, 2025. For dividend or board inquiries a contact phone number of 907‑777‑3409 has been listed.
Financial and market snapshot
The bank has a market capitalization near $881.72 million and a reported price‑to‑earnings ratio of 11.90, which reflects current market pricing relative to recent earnings. Risk metrics show a beta of 0.32, indicating lower price volatility compared with the broader market. On the balance sheet and liquidity side, both the current ratio and quick ratio are reported at 0.66, and the debt‑to‑equity ratio is low at 0.03.
What the bank does
First National Bank Alaska operates as a commercial bank serving businesses and individuals primarily in Alaska. The bank offers a range of basic banking products and lending services, including savings and checking accounts, money market deposits, safe deposit services, certificates of deposit, and individual retirement accounts (IRAs). On the lending side it provides personal loans, home equity loans, construction loans, and business loans aimed at stability and growth.
What to watch next
Technical watchers will note the move above the fifty‑day average and the establishment of a 52‑week high as signs of upward momentum. However, trading volumes tied to the recent price jumps were small, which can make moves more volatile and less predictable. Investors should weigh recent earnings, dividend policy, fundamental ratios, and the low trading liquidity before making decisions.
FAQ
How did the stock perform this week?
The shares passed their fifty‑day moving average and later reached a new 52‑week high of $280.00. Earlier in the week it traded as high as $272.50.
What were second‑quarter results?
Second‑quarter earnings showed $5.80 per share, revenue of $52.52 million, and net income of about $18.4 million for the quarter.
Was a dividend paid?
Yes. A cash dividend of $4.00 per share was declared at an April board meeting, payable on June 15, 2025, distributed on June 16, 2025, and payable to shareholders of record as of June 1, 2025.
What are the key financial ratios?
Market capitalization is near $881.72 million. Reported ratios include a P/E of 11.90, beta of 0.32, current and quick ratios of 0.66, and a debt‑to‑equity ratio of 0.03.
Are recent price moves reliable signs of long‑term strength?
Rising above short‑term averages and hitting a 52‑week high are positive technical signs, but low trading volumes mean price swings can be large and sudden. Combine technical signals with earnings, dividend policy, and fundamentals before drawing long‑term conclusions.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Latest peak price | $280.00 |
| Earlier high | $272.50 (volume 117 shares) |
| 50‑day moving average | $260.94 / $261.49 (reported) |
| 200‑day moving average | $247.05 |
| Q2 EPS | $5.80 |
| Q2 Revenue | $52.52 million |
| Q2 Net Income | $18.4 million |
| Dividend | $4.00 per share (payable June 15, 2025; paid June 16, 2025; record date June 1, 2025) |
| Market cap | $881.72 million |
| P/E ratio | 11.90 |
| Beta | 0.32 |
| Current / Quick ratio | 0.66 / 0.66 |
| Debt‑to‑Equity | 0.03 |
| Contact (board/dividend) | 907‑777‑3409 |
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Additional Resources
- MarketBeat: First National Bank Alaska (FBAK) stock crosses above 50‑day moving average
- Wikipedia: First National Bank Alaska
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- GlobeNewswire: First National Bank Alaska declares dividend for Q2 2025
- Encyclopedia Britannica: First National Bank Alaska
- Seeking Alpha: First National Bank Alaska — one of the best U.S. banks (Forbes)
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