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    QCR Holdings (QCRH) Keeps Fair Value In Focus Following Its Strong Stock Run

    Simply Wall St·08/16/2026 21:37:35
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    Recent performance and what it might mean for QCR Holdings

    QCR Holdings (QCRH) has attracted attention after a strong run in its stock price over the past year, with total return figures that stand out against its recent history.

    Over the past month the stock returned about 8%, while the past 3 months show a return of roughly 20%. Year to date, QCR Holdings has delivered a total return of about 30% and the 1 year total return is around 43%.

    Looking further back, the 3 year total return is a little above 100% and the 5 year total return is around 122%. These figures give investors a sense of how the stock has rewarded those who stayed invested through different market periods.

    See our latest analysis for QCR Holdings.

    For context, QCR Holdings has shown firm upward momentum, with a 30 day share price return of about 8% and a 90 day share price return of roughly 20%. Its 1 year total shareholder return of around 43% highlights how recent strength sits on top of a longer running period of gains.

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    After a run that has lifted QCR Holdings to about $106.56 and left only a small gap to the current analyst price target, the key issue now is simple: Does the risk reward still lean in favour of new buyers?

    Most Popular Narrative: 2.8% Undervalued

    At a last close of $106.56 versus a narrative fair value of $109.60, QCR Holdings is framed as modestly undervalued, with the story hinging on how future earnings, margins and capital returns play out over time.

    Analysts expect earnings to reach $142.5 million (and earnings per share of $9.27) by about July 2029, up from $142.0 million today. The analysts are largely in agreement about this estimate.

    Read the complete narrative.

    Want to see what is driving that earnings path? The narrative leans heavily on revenue growth, shifting margins and share count changes. Curious which assumptions really move that fair value?

    Result: Fair Value of $109.60 (UNDERVALUED)

    Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.

    However, QCR Holdings still faces real pressure from digital execution risk and its reliance on LIHTC and commercial real estate lending, which could unsettle that fair value story.

    Find out about the key risks to this QCR Holdings narrative.

    Next Steps

    If the mix of optimism and risk around QCR Holdings feels finely balanced, this may be a good moment to review the numbers yourself and act on your own judgement. To see which potential upsides analysts are focused on right now, take a closer look at the 2 key rewards

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.