Dime Community Bancshares Stock (NASDAQ: DCOM)

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:DCOM) Stock

Dime Community Bancshares

Dime Community Bancshares Inc operates as a holding company. It gathers deposits from customers within its market area and via the internet and invests them in multifamily residential, commercial real estate, commercial and industrial (C&I) loans, and one-to-four family residential real estate loans, as well as mortgage-backed securities, obligations of the U.S. government and government- sponsored enterprises (GSEs), and corporate debt and equity securities. The company has one reportable segment which is Community Banking.

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. - Common Stock

Dime Community Bancshares Inc

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. - 9.000% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2034

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. - Fixed-Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Matt Breese maintains Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $36 to $32.5.

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Stephens & Co. Maintains Overweight on Dime Community Bancshares, Lowers Price Target to $32.5

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.57 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.58 by 1.72 percent. This is a 50 percent increase over earnings of $0.38 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $103.85 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $98.42 million by 5.52 percent. This is a 26.65 percent increase over sales of $82.00 million the same period last year.

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Dime Community Bancshares Q1 Adj EPS $0.57 Misses $0.58 Estimate, Sales $103.85M Beat $98.42M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 22, 2025

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Dime Community Bancshares to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.58.
Dime Community Bancshares bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
The company's EPS missed by $0.03 in the last quarter, leading to a 0.61% drop in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Dime Community Bancshares's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>0.41</td>
<td>0.38</td>
<td>0.37</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.42</td>
<td>0.29</td>
<td>0.37</td>
<td>0.38</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
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</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745258541_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Market Performance of Dime Community Bancshares's Stock</h3>
Shares of Dime Community Bancshares were trading at $25.21 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 28.08%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DCOM/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Dime Community Bancshares visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Preview Of Dime Community Bancshares's Earnings

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Christopher O'Connell maintains Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $42 to $41.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Outperform on Dime Community Bancshares, Lowers Price Target to $41

U.S. stock futures were slightly lower this morning, with the Nasdaq futures falling around 100 points on Thursday.
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EA said it previously anticipated mid-single-digit growth in live services net bookings, but now projects a mid-single-digit decline largely due to a slowdown in Global Football.
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Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.42 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.45 by 6.67 percent. This is a 7.69 percent increase over earnings of $0.39 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $57.237 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $88.210 million by 35.11 percent. This is a 31.03 percent decrease over sales of $82.993 million the same period last year.

Dime Community Bancshares Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $0.42 Misses $0.45 Estimate, Sales $57.237M Miss $88.210M Estimate

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• MakeMyTrip (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMYT#NASDAQ">MMYT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.45 per share on revenue of $264.99 million. 
• Heritage Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HFWA#NASDAQ">HFWA</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.44 per share on revenue of $60.71 million. 
• Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.45 per share on revenue of $62.64 million. 
• McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.77 per share on revenue of $1.77 billion. 
• American Airlines Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.39 per share on revenue of $13.13 billion. 
• TAL Education (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAL#NYSE">TAL</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.06 per share on revenue of $539.86 million. 
• Global X Guru Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GURU#NYSE">GURU</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.09 per share on revenue of $7.55 million. 
• LSI Industries (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYTS#NASDAQ">LYTS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.20 per share on revenue of $129.20 million. 
• GATX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GATX#NYSE">GATX</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.78 per share on revenue of $399.00 million. 
• Independent Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBCP#NASDAQ">IBCP</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.76 per share on revenue of $48.94 million. 
• Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCX#NYSE">FCX</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.35 per share on revenue of $6.27 billion. 
• Banc of California (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BANC#NYSE">BANC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.23 per share on revenue of $272.18 million. 
• GE Aero (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.05 per share on revenue of $9.84 billion. 
• Atlantic Union Bankshares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUB#NYSE">AUB</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.79 per share on revenue of $222.26 million. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• Texas Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.20 per share on revenue of $3.87 billion. 
• Covenant Logistics Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVLG#NYSE">CVLG</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.50 per share on revenue of $284.91 million. 
• OceanFirst Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCFC#NASDAQ">OCFC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.36 per share on revenue of $94.95 million. 
• First Western Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MYFW#NASDAQ">MYFW</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.26 per share on revenue of $24.41 million. 
• SouthState (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSB#NYSE">SSB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.73 per share on revenue of $434.57 million. 
• Five Point Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FPH#NYSE">FPH</a>) is likely to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• USCB Financial Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USCB#NASDAQ">USCB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.37 per share on revenue of $22.41 million. 
• First Financial Bancor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FFBC#NASDAQ">FFBC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.65 per share on revenue of $216.32 million. 
• First Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRBA#NASDAQ">FRBA</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.39 per share on revenue of $32.84 million. 
• SLM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLM#NASDAQ">SLM</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.56 per share on revenue of $371.74 million. 
• MidWestOne Financial Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOFG#NASDAQ">MOFG</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.72 per share on revenue of $57.00 million. 
• Midland States Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSBI#NASDAQ">MSBI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.67 per share on revenue of $73.57 million. 
• Metropolitan Bank Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCB#NYSE">MCB</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.49 per share on revenue of $67.43 million. 
• Customers Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CUBI#NYSE">CUBI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.20 per share on revenue of $164.07 million. 
• East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.12 per share on revenue of $659.00 million. 
• Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.75 per share on revenue of $2.20 billion. 
• Glacier Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GBCI#NYSE">GBCI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $224.99 million. 
• Business First Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BFST#NASDAQ">BFST</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.49 per share on revenue of $75.13 million. 
• SB Finl Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBFG#NASDAQ">SBFG</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.41 per share on revenue of $10.20 million. 
• Byline Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BY#NYSE">BY</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.61 per share on revenue of $100.39 million. 
• Eastern Bankshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EBC#NASDAQ">EBC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $184.71 million. 
• 1st Source (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRCE#NASDAQ">SRCE</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.33 per share on revenue of $97.65 million. 
• Associated Banc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASB#NYSE">ASB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $337.81 million. 
• Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COLB#NASDAQ">COLB</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.66 per share on revenue of $489.74 million. 
• CSX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSX#NASDAQ">CSX</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.44 per share on revenue of $3.61 billion. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Earnings Scheduled For January 23, 2025

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) underwent analysis by 4 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $38.0, a high estimate of $42.00, and a low estimate of $35.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 15.15% increase from the previous average price target of $33.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733335220_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Dime Community Bancshares by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Christopher O'Connell</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Breese</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Wallace</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Wallace</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Dime Community Bancshares. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Dime Community Bancshares compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Dime Community Bancshares's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Dime Community Bancshares's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DCOM/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Dime Community Bancshares analyst ratings.</a>
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<h2>Delving into Dime Community Bancshares's Background</h2>
Dime Community Bancshares Inc operates as a holding company. It gathers deposits from customers within its market area and via the internet and invests them in multifamily residential, commercial real estate, commercial and industrial (C&amp;I) loans, and one-to-four family residential real estate loans, as well as mortgage-backed securities, obligations of the U.S. government and government- sponsored enterprises (GSEs), and corporate debt and equity securities.
<h3>Dime Community Bancshares: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Dime Community Bancshares's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 3.73% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 12.88%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Dime Community Bancshares's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 0.99%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.08%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Dime Community Bancshares's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 0.72. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Assessing Dime Community Bancshares: Insights From 4 Financial Analysts

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Christopher O'Connell maintains Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $38 to $42.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Outperform on Dime Community Bancshares, Raises Price Target to $42

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Matt Breese upgrades Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight and raises the price target from $30 to $39.

Upgrades

Stephens & Co. Upgrades Dime Community Bancshares to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $39

Offerings

Dime Community Bancshares Prices $125M Offering Of 3,906,250 Shares At $32.00/Share

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Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.29 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.41 by 29.27 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $87.555 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $78.147 million by 12.04 percent. This is a 3.73 percent increase over sales of $84.407 million the same period last year.

Dime Community Bancshares Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.29 Misses $0.41 Estimate, Sales $87.555M Beat $78.147M Estimate

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2024-10-22. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Dime Community Bancshares will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.40.
Anticipation surrounds Dime Community Bancshares's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
The company's EPS missed by $0.01 in the last quarter, leading to a 3.19% drop in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Dime Community Bancshares's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.38</td>
<td>0.37</td>
<td>0.47</td>
<td>0.53</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.37</td>
<td>0.38</td>
<td>0.39</td>
<td>0.56</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729530064_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Dime Community Bancshares's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Dime Community Bancshares were trading at $30.66 as of October 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 64.16%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DCOM/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Dime Community Bancshares visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

What to Expect from Dime Community Bancshares's Earnings

Raymond James analyst William Wallace maintains Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) with a Strong Buy and raises the price target from $35 to $36.

Raymond James Maintains Strong Buy on Dime Community Bancshares, Raises Price Target to $36

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) underwent analysis by 4 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
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<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Dime Community Bancshares, presenting an average target of $28.62, a high estimate of $35.00, and a low estimate of $25.50. Marking an increase of 11.15%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $25.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726603256_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A clear picture of Dime Community Bancshares's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>William Wallace</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher O'Connell</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$25.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Fitzgibbon</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher O'Connell</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$25.50</td>
<td>$25.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Dime Community Bancshares. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Dime Community Bancshares compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Dime Community Bancshares's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Dime Community Bancshares's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Dime Community Bancshares's Background</h2>
Dime Community Bancshares Inc operates as a holding company. It gathers deposits from customers within its market area and via the internet and invests them in multifamily residential, commercial real estate, commercial and industrial (C&amp;I) loans, and one-to-four family residential real estate loans, as well as mortgage-backed securities, obligations of the U.S. government and government- sponsored enterprises (GSEs), and corporate debt and equity securities.
<h3>Dime Community Bancshares's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Dime Community Bancshares's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -3.66%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Dime Community Bancshares's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 18.74%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Dime Community Bancshares's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 1.45%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.12%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.84, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Cracking The Code: Understanding Analyst Reviews For Dime Community Bancshares

Dime Community Bancshares are trading higher after Raymond James upgraded the stock from Outperform to Strong Buy and raised its price target from $29 to $35.

Raymond James analyst William Wallace upgrades Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) from Outperform to Strong Buy and raises the price target from $29 to $35.

Raymond James Upgrades Dime Community Bancshares to Strong Buy, Raises Price Target to $35

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Shares of Compass Minerals International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMP#NYSE">CMP</a>) rose sharply during Tuesday's session after the company announced preliminary third-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CMP">revenue above estimates.</a>
Compass Minerals continues to evaluate various alternatives regarding path forward for Fortress North America.
Compass Minerals International shares jumped 24.5% to $11.47 on Tuesday.
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<li>Teladoc Health, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDOC#NYSE">TDOC</a>) jumped 10.4% to $9.01.</li>
<li>Definitive Healthcare Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DH#NASDAQ">DH</a>) shares rose 9.5% to $4.86. BTIG analyst David Larsen initiated coverage on Definitive Healthcare with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $7.</li>
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