Hawthorn Bancshares (HWBK) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. is the bank holding company for Hawthorn Bank, a community-focused financial institution headquartered in Aurora, Missouri. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, the company provides a comprehensive range of banking and financial services to individuals, small businesses, agricultural enterprises and commercial clients across southwest Missouri and select markets in nearby states. Hawthorn Bank operates a network of full-service branches and digital banking platforms designed to meet the evolving needs of its customers.

The company’s core offerings include deposit products such as checking, savings and money market accounts, as well as consumer lending solutions comprising residential mortgages, home equity lines of credit, auto loans and personal loans. On the commercial side, Hawthorn Bancshares delivers financing for commercial real estate, equipment acquisition, working capital and agricultural operations. In addition, the company offers treasury management services, merchant services and online cash management tools to support the day-to-day operations of business clients.

Hawthorn Bancshares also maintains a trust and wealth management division that provides investment advisory, fiduciary and estate planning services. These offerings are complemented by retirement planning, insurance solutions and succession planning for family-owned businesses. By combining local decision-making with personalized service, the company seeks to build long-term relationships and deliver tailored financial strategies that address each client’s unique objectives.

Michael R. Bahna serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Hawthorn Bancshares. Under his leadership, the company has emphasized community involvement and strategic growth initiatives, including selective branch expansions and enhancements to its digital banking capabilities. With a commitment to both urban and rural communities, Hawthorn Bancshares continues to focus on balancing traditional banking values with innovative financial solutions.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $29.49 to $30.21
• 50-Day Range: $29.26 to $33.43
• 52-Week Range: $23.32 to $35.95
• Volume: 4,873 shs
• Average Volume: 8,541 shs
• Market Capitalization: $203.87 million
• P/E Ratio: 9.94
• Dividend Yield: 2.71%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Buy

HWBK Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have HWBK shares performed this year?

Hawthorn Bancshares' stock was trading at $28.35 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, HWBK stock has increased by 4.1% and is now trading at $29.52.

How were Hawthorn Bancshares' earnings last quarter?

Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:HWBK) issued its earnings results on Wednesday, July, 30th. The financial services provider reported $0.88 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The financial services provider earned $19.69 million during the quarter. Hawthorn Bancshares had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 13.63% and a net margin of 18.88%.

Is Hawthorn Bancshares doing a stock buyback?

Hawthorn Bancshares' Board of Directors approved a stock buyback plan on Thursday, June 5th 2025, which allows the company to buy back $10,000,000 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This means that the company could repurchase up to 4.8% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback plans are usually a sign that the company's management believes its stock is undervalued.

How do I buy shares of Hawthorn Bancshares?

Shares of HWBK stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Hawthorn Bancshares own?

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Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 7/30/2025
• Record date for 10/1 Dividend: 9/15/2025
• Ex-Dividend for 10/1 Dividend: 9/15/2025
• Dividend Payable: 10/01/2025
• Today: 10/18/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 10/29/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Finance
• Industry: BANKS - NORTHEAST
• Sub-Industry: Banking
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:HWBK
• CIK: 893847
• Web: www.hawthornbancshares.com
• Phone: (573) 761-6100
• Fax: 573-761-6272
• Employees: 310
• Year Founded: 1865

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $2.97
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 9.94
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $18.26 million
• Net Margins: 18.88%
• Pretax Margin: 23.16%
• Return on Equity: 13.63%
• Return on Assets: 1.12%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 1.21
• Current Ratio: 1.03
• Quick Ratio: 1.03

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $75.43 million
• Price / Sales: 2.70
• Cash Flow: $2.96 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 9.98
• Book Value: $21.40 per share
• Price / Book: 1.38

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 6,906,000
• Free Float: 5,338,000
• Market Cap: $203.87 million
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.61