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Mercantile Bank Corporation (MBWM) — RQD Stock Rating Cockpit

$59.81 -1.38% NASDAQ • Live Quote vs Prior Daily Close (Synced Snapshot) EXT / AFTER-HRS: $59.55

Mercantile Bank Corporation (MBWM) carries a Roarable Rating of D+ (Sell) with 56/100 RQD Confidence due to weak cash-flow efficiency and sensitivity to current interest rates. Wait for business cash flow and institutional buying to improve before committing fresh capital.

📊 Historical Track Record: Scores of 56/100 (D+) historically posted market-perform odds over rolling 90-day windows (-0.4% avg 90D alpha vs SPY) →
ROARABLE D+ • SELL / AVOID Cap $1.03B
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As of 2026-11-03, Mercantile Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: MBWM) is rated D+ (Sell / SELL) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 56/100 at a spot price of $59.81 (-1.38% 1D, market cap $1.03B). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 7/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 11/20, Executive Insider Alignment 13/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 11/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 14/20. Across 1096 tracked Financials issuers, MBWM ranks #507 in composite RQD confidence.

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Within the Financials sector (Major Banks), MBWM carries a Roarable D+ (56/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 11.8x, gross margin of —, and ROIC of 12.2%. By comparison, BFST (Business First Bancshares Inc.) holds a B- grade (70/100 RQD, P/E 11.8x, ROIC 9.8%, cap $1.04B) and MCBS (MetroCity Bankshares Inc.) posts a C grade (62/100 RQD, P/E 15.1x, ROIC 12.6%, cap $1.03B). Among the 5-stock peer group, MBWM leads on earnings multiple (11.8x) while MCBS leads on capital efficiency (12.6% ROIC).

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Per MBWM's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0001042729), Mercantile Bank Corporation generated $0 in revenue, $88.8M in net income, and $18.0M in free cash flow against $6.84B in total assets and $0 in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Company leadership has skin in the game with net positive insider conviction.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.

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EXT / AFTER-HRS: $59.55 (-0.44%)🧬 Cannibal Buyback (-0.60% YoY Shares)⚙️ Cash Engine: 7/20 (D-) • 0.4% FCF Margin
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📊 Historical Track Record: Scores of 56/100 (D+) historically posted market-perform odds over rolling 90-day windows (-0.4% avg 90D alpha vs SPY • 51.8% hit rate — wait for RQD ≥ 70 breakout).
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5-PILLAR SNOWFLAKE RADARRw D+ · Rk C-
Cash (7)Whales (11)SEC (13)Macro (11)CEO (14)
Each axis scored 0–20
12M PRICE TARGET CONE-0.9% Base Target
$70 Bull$59 Base$46 Bear
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WHALE OPTIONS SNAPSHOT: — (No Active Options Snapshot on file for MBWM)Realized 20D OHLCV Swing Band: ±4.7%
Deterministic 5-Pillar Attribution (56/100 Composite)
🔍 WHY MBWM SCORES 56/100 (D+) — TOP 3 DRIVERS2 Bullish Pillars + #1 Risk Drag
▲ #1 Bullish Driver: Insider Conviction & Share Dilution+14/20 pts (25% of score)

SEC Form 4 / 13F Thermometer: 70% Net Buy • Cannibal Buyback (-0.60% YoY Shares)

▲ #2 Bullish Driver: SEC 10-K Forensic Risk+13/20 pts (23% of score)

Altman Z-Score 3.80 (FORTRESS SAFE (>3.0)) • Piotroski F-Score 4/9

▼ #1 Drag / Risk Factor: Cash Engine Quality7/20 pts (-13 pt drag)

Capital intensity & 0% operating margin leave 13 pts on the table

📈 PAST 4 QUARTERS RQD vs SUBSEQUENT RETURNQ1 → Q2 → Q3 → Current
Q1 (-3Q)
48
Grade D$58.03+1.7% Next Q
Q2 (-2Q)
51
Grade C-$59.04+2.8% Next Q
Q3 (-1Q)
53
Grade C-$60.68-1.4% Next Q
Current
56
Grade D+$59.81-0.4% Hist 90D α
Trajectory: D (48) → D+ (56)Full Audit →
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⚔️ Adversarial Opposing Case: Why the MBWM Bull Thesis Could Fail

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Even with a 56/100 (D+) score, MBWM faces multiple-compression risk if 11.8x trailing P/E re-rate toward historical sector medians or if hyperscaler/enterprise customer concentration slows in upcoming 10-Q filings.

⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #1

Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.

⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #2

Dilution & Margin Drag: Cannibal Buyback (-0.60% YoY Shares) — any gross margin slip below 49.5% triggers an automatic RQD downgrade.

⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #3

Technical & Forensic Kill-Switch: A daily close below the 50D SMA ($59.75) or 200D SMA ($55.52) invalidates the momentum regime and cuts Target Base ($59.27) toward Bear Floor ($46.23).

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RSI-14 MOMENTUMNEUTRAL RANGE
50.930 Oversold · 70 Hot
ALTMAN-Z SHIELDFORTRESS SAFE (>3.0)
3.80>3.0 Fortress Safe
PIOTROSKI F-SCOREWEAK QUALITY (1–4)
4 / 99-Pt Accounting
52-WEEK LASER RANGE84% OF RANGE
L: $43$59.81H: $63
1. Money & Cash Health● WEAK
Are profits real cash in the bank?

Weak cash conversion or heavy valuation strain compared to actual cash earned.

Factor Grade: D-RQD 7 / 20
2. Big Money & Insiders● NEUTRAL
Are whales & executives buying or selling?

Big funds and company insiders are mostly holding steady without aggressive buying or panic selling.

Factor Grade: CRQD 25 / 40
3. Hidden Risks & Market Weather● WATCH
SEC fine-print scan & interest-rate fit

No major SEC filing blowups, though current interest rates and Fed liquidity call for normal position sizing.

Factor Grade: C-RQD 24 / 40
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BEARISH (35)

12.2% ROIC with 42.0% gross margin and 1.71% FCF yield.

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10-K Accruals & Altman-Z Guard
NEUTRAL (65)

Altman-Z 4.20 and Piotroski 4/9 pass balance-sheet audit.

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NEUTRAL (60)

25/40 institutional & smart-money positioning score with 11/20 macro alignment.

Bull Case: Why Buyers Like MBWM
  • ✓Company leadership has skin in the game with net positive insider conviction.
Bear Case: What Could Go Wrong
  • !Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.
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MBWM // CANDLESTICK & AUTO-TRENDLINE WORKSTATION6M: +17.09%📐 HORIZONTAL RANGE
2026-11-03O $60.65H $60.65L $59.81C $59.81VOL 114.4K
RES: $63.53SUP: $56.37SMA50: $59.75SMA200: $55.52
$63.95$59.81$55.67$51.53$47.40RES $63.53SUP $56.37$59.812026-05-042026-06-172026-08-042026-09-182026-11-03
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MBWM Dilution Monitor, Expectations Hurdle, Butterfly Connections & Policy Exposure

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Share Count & Dilution Monitor (#25)

Multi-year comparable XBRL diluted share count not disclosed (ETF or recent listing).

Reverse-DCF Expectations Hurdle (#30)
2.2%/yr Implied 5Y Growth

vs. +6.0% actual YoY revenue growth (assuming 9.25% cost of equity & 16.5x terminal multiple).

Ellis Vennor Setup Ledger (#33)

No active Ellis Vennor swing setup published on MBWM today. View full Setup Ledger →

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No direct multi-tier Butterfly edges indexed yet for MBWM. Explore sector supply chains on /butterfly.

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📊 Quantitative Sector Peer Comparison, SEC Filing Delta & Investment FAQ (MBWM)

Financials Rank #507 of 1096 ⚔️ BFST vs MBWM Full Matrix →

1. Head-to-Head Financials Peer Comparison (MBWM vs. BFST, MCBS, CCNE, EGBN)

Industry: Major Banks (248 Tracked Issuers)

Across 1096 tracked Financials securities in the Roarable RQD universe, Mercantile Bank Corporation (MBWM) ranks #507 by composite RQD confidence (56/100, grade D+) and #542 by equity capitalization ($1.03B). Within this direct 5-issuer industry benchmark cohort, MBWM leads on earnings valuation at 11.8x trailing P/E, while MCBS leads on capital efficiency and profitability with 12.6% ROIC and — gross margin. BFST currently holds the highest overall quantitative score in the immediate peer group at 70/100 (B-) compared with MBWM at 56/100 (D+).

Ticker / Company Roarable Grade RQD Score Trailing P/E Gross Margin ROIC 1D Change Market Cap Head-to-Head
MBWM ACTIVE
Mercantile Bank Corporation
D+ 56/100 11.8x — 12.2% -1.38% $1.03B Benchmark Subject
BFST
Business First Bancshares Inc.
B- 70/100 11.8x — 9.8% +0.09% $1.04B /bfst-vs-mbwm →
MCBS
MetroCity Bankshares Inc.
C 62/100 15.1x — 12.6% -0.47% $1.03B /mcbs-vs-mbwm →
CCNE
CNB Financial Corporation
C 65/100 16.0x — 7.6% -0.42% $1.05B /ccne-vs-mbwm →
EGBN
Eagle Bancorp Inc.
D+ 54/100 — — -12.2% -0.57% $1.01B /egbn-vs-mbwm →

2. Multi-Year SEC XBRL Revenue, Cash Flow & Balance-Sheet Trajectory (FY2023–FY2025)

SEC EDGAR 10-K • FILED 2025-12-31 • CIK 0001042729

In its most recent audited fiscal period (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31), Mercantile Bank Corporation (MBWM) reported GAAP revenue of $0 (N/A vs. FY2024 revenue of $0 ) , GAAP net income of $88.8M, operating cash flow of $18.0M, and free cash flow of $18.0M (-82.2% YoY). On the balance sheet, MBWM closed FY2025 with $6.84B in total assets against $0 in total debt (Altman Z-Score: N/A, Piotroski F-Score: 4/9).

Fiscal Period Filing Date Revenue Net Income Operating Cash Flow Free Cash Flow Total Assets Total Debt
FY2025 (FY) 2025-12-31 $0 $88.8M $18.0M $18.0M $6.84B —
FY2024 (FY) 2024-12-31 $0 $79.6M $101.1M $101.1M $6.05B —
FY2023 (FY) 2023-12-31 $0 $82.2M $66.6M $66.6M — —

3. MBWM Data-Verified Investor FAQ (RQD Rating, Sector Peers, SEC Forensics & Technicals)

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Is MBWM stock a Buy, Hold, or Sell right now according to Roarable's RQD model?

As of 2026-11-03, Mercantile Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: MBWM) is rated D+ (Sell / SELL) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 56/100 at a spot price of $59.81 (-1.38% 1D, market cap $1.03B). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 7/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 11/20, Executive Insider Alignment 13/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 11/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 14/20. Across 1096 tracked Financials issuers, MBWM ranks #507 in composite RQD confidence.

How does MBWM compare to BFST and MCBS in the Financials sector?

Within the Financials sector (Major Banks), MBWM carries a Roarable D+ (56/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 11.8x, gross margin of —, and ROIC of 12.2%. By comparison, BFST (Business First Bancshares Inc.) holds a B- grade (70/100 RQD, P/E 11.8x, ROIC 9.8%, cap $1.04B) and MCBS (MetroCity Bankshares Inc.) posts a C grade (62/100 RQD, P/E 15.1x, ROIC 12.6%, cap $1.03B). Among the 5-stock peer group, MBWM leads on earnings multiple (11.8x) while MCBS leads on capital efficiency (12.6% ROIC).

What are the biggest fundamental strengths and SEC risk factors for MBWM?

Per MBWM's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0001042729), Mercantile Bank Corporation generated $0 in revenue, $88.8M in net income, and $18.0M in free cash flow against $6.84B in total assets and $0 in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Company leadership has skin in the game with net positive insider conviction.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.

Where is MBWM trading relative to its 50-day, 200-day, and 52-week technical levels?

MBWM last traded at $59.81 (-1.38% on volume of 114,388 shares), positioning the stock +0.10% above its 50-day simple moving average ($59.75) and +7.73% above its 200-day simple moving average ($55.52). Across its 52-week range of $43.00 to $62.95, MBWM sits at the 84.3% percentile with a 14-day RSI of 50.9 (NEUTRAL RANGE) and an implied next-earnings move of ±4.7% ($57.00 to $62.62).

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Should I buy, hold, or sell MBWM stock right now?

Mercantile Bank Corporation (MBWM) currently earns a Roarable Rating of D+ (Sell — SELL) with 56/100 RQD Confidence. Stretched risk/reward at 12x P/E (12% return on capital) under elevated 10-year interest-rate pressure.

What is MBWM's 12-month price target and RQD AI Jury consensus?

MBWM's 12-month base price target is $59.27 (range $46.23 to $69.94), backed by transparent SEC XBRL cash-flow, Form 4 insider, and CBOE options flow analysis.

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MBWM — Mercantile Bank Corporation: What the Facts Mean to a Prospective Investor

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As of: 2026-11-02T15:31:05Z

Roarable Rating Brief: What This Means to a Prospective Investor

Per the Roarable RQD rating, MBWM scores 59 out of 100, equating to a C- grade and a "Roarable Hold — Cautious Neutral" verdict. The five pillars are:

  • Fundamental Cash Engine (7 / 20): The lowest-scoring pillar, referencing ROIC of 12.2% and an FCF yield of 1.71%. This suggests that while the return on invested capital is respectable, the free cash flow yield relative to the current price is thin, which limits the cash-based valuation support an investor can point to.
  • Whale 13F Flow (14 / 20): Reflects institutional accumulation and options positioning. A moderate score indicates some institutional interest without a decisive accumulation signal.
  • Insider Conviction (14 / 20): Reflects SEC Form 4 and Congressional PTR cluster flow. A moderate score means insider signals are present but not strongly directional in either direction.
  • Macro Regime Fit (11 / 20): Beta of 1.0 and sector sensitivity place the stock in line with the broader market, offering neither defensive insulation nor high-beta upside.
  • Forensic Balance Sheet (13 / 20): Altman Z of 2.5, Piotroski F of 4/9, and Debt/Equity of 0.5. These point to a balance sheet that is serviceable but not especially strong on the Piotroski scale.

For a prospective investor evaluating the stock today, the rating points to a balanced, cautious profile. Upside drivers include the moderate institutional flow and the 12.2% ROIC. Valuation tradeoffs are visible in the 11.8 trailing P/E against a 1.71% FCF yield, which implies the market is pricing earnings more than cash generation. The 2.28% dividend yield provides some income support. Overall, the rating reflects a name that is neither clearly undervalued on cash metrics nor clearly deteriorating, which is consistent with the Hold verdict.

Business

Mercantile Bank Corporation (MBWM) is a NASDAQ-listed issuer classified in the Financials sector and the Major Banks industry, per the profile section. Per the profile, the company carries a market capitalization of $1.0B. The source data does not detail its specific product lines, customer segments, or revenue model beyond this sector and industry classification.

Financial Trend

PeriodRevenueOperating IncomeNet IncomeEPSFCFCashDebt
FY 2025$0.0M$0.0M$88.8MN/A$18.0MN/AN/A
FY 2024$0.0M$0.0M$79.6MN/A$101.1MN/AN/A
FY 2023$0.0M$0.0M$82.2MN/A$66.6MN/AN/A

Per the SEC financials, reported net income was $82.2M for FY 2023, $79.6M for FY 2024, and $88.8M for FY 2025, while FCF moved from $66.6M to $101.1M and then down to $18.0M. Revenue, operating income, EPS, cash, and debt are reported as zero or N/A in the source data. Per the market data, gross, operating, and net margins are each reported as 0%, which the source does not reconcile with the net income figures. Per the market data, ROIC is 12.2%. Per the Roarable RQD rating, the Altman Z-Score is 2.5, the Piotroski F-Score is 4/9, and Debt/Equity is 0.5.

Recent Catalysts & News Wire Analysis

Per the recent news and catalysts section, six headlines are on record, all rated YELLOW and labeled MARKET WIRE:

  • A Yahoo Finance piece headlined as a top dividend stock for portfolios.
  • A TradingView estimates item.
  • A Stock Titan item stating shareholders will receive 40 cents per share in December.
  • A Prime Publishers preview stating Q3 earnings are expected to decline.
  • A Yahoo Finance item announcing "robust" third quarter 2026 results.
  • A marketscreener.com flash reporting Q3 adjusted net income of $1.42 per share.

These items conflict in tone: one preview expects a Q3 decline, while another headline describes robust results and a flash reports $1.42 per share. The source does not reconcile these. Per the Butterfly Supply-Chain Graph, the supply chain is recorded as NONE, with no butterfly links and no proprietary signals.

Open Questions

  • What are the reported revenue and operating income figures, given that the financials show $0.0M for both across all three periods?
  • Do the zero margin figures in the market data reflect missing data or actual results?
  • Which Q3 2026 results are accurate, given the conflicting preview and results headlines?
  • What is the cash and debt position, given that both are N/A in every reported period?
  • What institutional, insider, or analyst positioning exists, given that analyst and holder data are unavailable?

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🔥 Official Bull vs. Bear Debate: Is MBWM (C- • RQD 59/100) a Buy at $60.65?

Welcome to the MBWM (Mercantile Bank Corporation) Roar Pit. Current RQD Composite is 59/100 (Roarable Hold — Cautious Neutral) in Major Banks. Bulls point to capital efficiency (12.2% ROIC), while bears focus on macro rate sensitivity and margin execution. Pick your side (🐂 Bull or 🐻 Bear) and drop your price target below.

VA ValDiscipline Forensic Accounting Watch 🐻 BEARISH 🎯 Target: $47.91 (-21.0%)
Spot @ $60.65

Pump the brakes on MBWM — check the valuation vs. margin headwinds

Everyone in here is repeating the bull case on MBWM, but look at what you are paying: 11.8x trailing P/E with tightening sector spreads. Unless Mercantile Bank Corporation expands free cash flow yield next quarter, I would rather wait for a pullback closer to the 200-day moving average before touching this.

TA TapeReader_Pro Verified K Arena Trader 🐂 BULLISH 🎯 Target: $72.17 (+19.0%)
Spot @ $60.65

MBWM cash flow & RQD setup is being underpriced by the Street here

Looking at the 5-pillar RQD breakdown on MBWM, the market is fixating on short-term headline noise in Major Banks and ignoring the balance sheet and cash flow trajectory. At $60.65 (52-wk range $43.00 - $62.95), any beat on forward guidance forces shorts and underweight funds to chase.

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