Ames National Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLO - Get Free Report)'s share price passed above its 200-day moving average during trading on Thursday. The stock has a 200-day moving average of $22.82 and traded as high as $26.80. Ames National shares last traded at $26.64, with a volume of 43,305 shares changing hands. Wall Street Analysts Forecast
Ames National has surged 21% YTD, benefiting from widening interest rate spreads and robust net income growth. ATLO's Q4'25 net income rose 85% to $6.5 million, with ROA doubling and net interest margins improving to 3%. Deposit costs declined despite growth in deposits, while loan yields—especially real estate—rose, driving spread expansion.
Ames National offers an attractive 4.2% dividend yield, but its long-term dividend sustainability is questionable due to past cuts and volatile earnings. The bank's conservative loan-to-deposit ratio and strong capital position support short-term stability, yet growth prospects remain muted. Recent improvements in efficiency and profitability are positive, but a declining rate environment could pressure future earnings and dividends.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CE Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 9 | $201 | $266.67 | $65.67 | 32.67% |
| JPN John P. Nelson Ames National Corp | 46,557 | $919,554.91 | $1.38M | $457,368.36 | 49.74% |
Joseph Castro Nuveen LLC | 14,751 | $258,484.04 | $436,929.05 | $178,445.01 | 69.04% |
Bobby Adusumilli SJS Investment Consulting Inc. | 3 | $68.88 | $88.92 | $20.04 | 29.09% |
| SP Samantha Pierangeli City State Bank | 240 | $5,666.4 | $7,155.19 | $1,488.79 | 26.27% |
| Banks Industry | Financials Sector | John Nelson CEO | NASDAQ (CM) Exchange | 031001100 CUSIP |
| US Country | 259 Employees | 1 Jun 2026 Last Dividend | 18 Jul 2005 Last Split | - IPO Date |
Ames National Corporation is a significant player in the financial sector, functioning as a multi-bank holding company that caters to a diverse clientele across Boone, Clarke, Hancock, Marshall, Polk, Story, and Union counties in Iowa. With a foundational year stretching back to 1903, the corporation has established a robust presence in central, north central, and south-central Iowa. Ames is headquartered in Ames, Iowa, where it began its operations, and has since been committed to offering comprehensive banking products and services to its community. This widespread presence across several Iowa counties signifies Ames National Corporation's deep-rooted commitment to fostering financial growth and stability within the local communities it serves.
Ames National Corporation delivers a wide array of financial products and services designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers. The offerings cater to both individuals and businesses, emphasizing convenience, reliability, and financial empowerment.