Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST)

NASDAQ

$31.24

$+0.05

(+0.18%)

Regular Market

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) Live Price Chart

Last updated: ⁦2026-10-19 17:11:00⁩. Prices reflect the latest regular market data. Stock price data is sourced from Massive.

Summary

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) operates in the STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS sector and is listed on NASDAQ. The stock is currently priced at $31.24, with a market capitalization of $1.02B and a P/E ratio of 11.64. Over the past 52 weeks, its price has ranged from $22.81 to $32.53. This page covers its latest market performance, valuation, price trends and company information.

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$1.02B
Open	$31.16
Day's High	$32.53
Day's Low	$9.17
Previous Close	$31.31
Volume	47.24K
Average Volume	214.48K
P/E Ratio	11.64
52-Week High	$32.53
52-Week Low	$22.81
Dividend Yield	2.33%
Earnings Date	--

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) Stock Price Today

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) is currently trading at $31.24 as of 2026-10-19 17:09:00, down 0.22% ($0.07) from the previous close of $31.31

During today's regular trading session, BFST has traded between $9.17 and $32.53, with a trading volume of 47.24K shares. The current price is near the upper end of today's range.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) 7-Day Stock Price Change

Over the past seven days, Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) moved from $30.71 to $31.24, representing a gain of 1.73% ($0.53).

The stock traded between $30.27 and $31.65 during the period. The latest price is near the upper end of the 7-day range, indicating moderate upward.

The average daily volume was 186.64 thousand shares, down versus the previous seven-day period, indicating lower trading activity.

BFST 52-Week Price Position

Position in Range: 86.8%

52W Low$22.81

52W High$32.53

BFST is currently trading at $31.24, placing it 86.8% of the way from its 52-week low of $22.81 to its 52-week high of $32.53. This percentage reflects the stock's relative position within its 52-week trading range, not its valuation or future performance.

What is Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST)?

Business First Bancshares Inc is a bank holding company. The company's services include personal and commercial banking, treasury management, and wealth solutions. It provides a range of financial services to small-to-midsized businesses and professionals. The company generates the majority of its revenues from interest income on loans, customer service and loan fees, and interest income from securities.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. Information

Industry	STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS
Employees	842
Exchange	NASDAQ
Company Website	https://www.b1bank.com

How to Buy Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) Stock on MEXC

Eligible investors can buy real shares of Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) through MEXC RealStocks. Follow these three steps to open a RealStocks account, transfer USDT, and place a US stock order.

Step 1: Open and Verify Your RealStocks Account

Log in to the MEXC App, go to Trade → RealStocks, and select Open Account. Complete the required account-opening and identity verification process with MEXC's partner licensed broker.

Step 2: Transfer USDT to Your RealStocks Account

Go to Wallets → RealStocks and transfer USDT from your Spot Account to your RealStocks Account. RealStocks are quoted in USD, while account funding can be completed using USDT.

Step 3: Search for BFST and Place Your Order

Open the RealStocks trading page and search for BFST. Select a market or limit order, enter the price and quantity as required, review the order details, and submit your order. Once filled, the corresponding real shares will be held in your RealStocks Account.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) stock price today?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) is currently trading at $ 31.24, down 0.22% ($0.07) from the previous close of $ 31.31. Intraday prices update in real time during regular trading hours.

2.Is BFST stock going up or down today?

As of 2026-10-19 17:09:00, BFST is trading at $ 31.24, down 0.22% ($0.07) from its previous close of $ 31.31. The stock has traded between $ 9.17 and $ 32.53 during today’s regular session. Past price movements do not guarantee future results.

3.What is BFST pre-market price?

As of 2026-10-19 17:09:00, BFST is trading at $ 31.18 in pre-market trading, down 0.42% ($0.13) from the previous close of $ 31.31. Pre-market prices reflect trading activity before the regular session opens and may experience lower liquidity and higher volatility.

4.What is BFST after-hours price?

As of 2026-10-19 17:09:00, BFST is trading at $ 31.34 in after-hours trading, up 0.08% ($0.03) from the regular-session close of $ 31.31. After-hours prices may differ from the regular session’s opening price due to lower liquidity and wider bid-ask spreads.

5.Is BFST stock trading now?

BFST trades on the NASDAQ exchange during regular hours, Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET, excluding public holidays. Pre-market and after-hours trading are also available through select brokers outside these hours.

6.Where does BFST sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

Over the past 52 weeks, BFST has traded between a low of $ 22.81 and a high of $ 32.53. At $ 31.24, the stock is positioned 86.8% of the way from its 52-week low to its 52-week high, providing context for its current price within the one-year trading range.

7.What sector is Business First Bancshares, Inc. in?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) operates in the STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS sector. Sector classification helps investors compare it with companies exposed to similar market trends and competitive conditions.

8.What is Business First Bancshares, Inc.'s market capitalization and where is it listed?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ exchange with a market capitalization of $ 1.02B. Market cap reflects the total market value of all outstanding shares and is commonly used to classify stocks by size.

9.How is BFST valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

BFST trades at a P/E ratio of 11.64, based on trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 2.69. P/E ratio compares the stock price to earnings per share and is a common starting point for assessing valuation relative to peers.

10.Does Business First Bancshares, Inc. pay a dividend?

Business First Bancshares, Inc. pays an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 0.73 per share, with a current dividend yield of 2.33% based on the latest share price. Dividend policies are subject to change at the board's discretion.