Nicolet Bankshares Receives Analyst Buy Ratings

Analysts recommend stock as company posts strong earnings and dividend

Mar. 17, 2026 at 8:19am

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Nicolet Bankshares Inc. (NYSE:NIC), a Wisconsin-based bank holding company, has received a consensus "Buy" rating from six research firms covering the stock. Five analysts have rated the stock as "Buy" and one as "Strong Buy", with an average 12-month price target of $179.50. The company recently reported strong quarterly earnings and announced a quarterly dividend.

Why it matters

The positive analyst sentiment and financial performance of Nicolet Bankshares reflects the bank's success in serving its regional customer base in northeastern Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. As a community-focused institution, Nicolet's ability to deliver consistent returns and shareholder value is seen as a positive sign for the company's long-term prospects.

The details

Nicolet Bankshares, which operates Nicolet National Bank, has seen its stock price rise over the past year as the company has reported solid financial results. In its most recent quarter, the bank posted earnings per share of $2.73, exceeding analyst expectations. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share. Analysts have cited Nicolet's focus on commercial and consumer banking services, as well as its digital banking platform and regional growth strategy, as key factors behind the positive ratings.

  • Nicolet Bankshares reported Q4 2025 earnings on January 20, 2026.
  • The company announced a quarterly dividend on March 2, 2026, with a payment date of March 16, 2026.

The players

Nicolet Bankshares Inc.

A bank holding company headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin that provides commercial and consumer banking services through its subsidiary, Nicolet National Bank, across northeastern Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Nicolet National Bank

The subsidiary bank of Nicolet Bankshares that provides deposit products and lending solutions to businesses, individuals, and nonprofits in the company's regional markets.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

Nicolet Bankshares' strong analyst ratings and financial performance demonstrate the success of its community-focused banking model and regional growth strategy, providing a positive outlook for the company's long-term prospects.