A Bold Forecast Sets NewtekOne Apart from Market Consensus

While shares of Newtek Business Services Corp. (NewtekOne) have faced persistent weakness in recent months, a notable analyst projection has emerged that challenges prevailing market sentiment. Investment firm B. Riley has issued a strong buy recommendation, accompanied by a highly optimistic earnings forecast for the 2026 fiscal year that significantly outpaces current consensus estimates. This raises a pivotal question regarding the financial services provider’s capacity to meet these ambitious targets.

B. Riley’s analysis presents a 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimate of $2.52. This figure stands in stark contrast to the broader market consensus, which currently sits at just $1.93. Should NewtekOne achieve this forecast, it would represent a substantial leap from its own projected 2025 EPS, which is guided to land between $2.10 and $2.50.

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