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BOTJ Stock Forecast: Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 21 Aug 2026
$27
+0.41% on the day

Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 79 of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026 — inside the top quartile.

Market cap
$123.0M
Ticker Nerd rank
79 / 100
Median analyst target
Analysts covering
0
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
−1.8%
1M
+2.5%
YTD
+48.1%
1Y
+92.9%
From 52W high
−1.9%
From 52W low
+92.9%
$14
$28
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

BOTJ stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 22 Aug 2026
79 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Momentum
99
Growth
91
Volatility
87
Issuance
75
Size
73
Quality
67
Value
49
Accruals
33
Revisions
25

Momentum (99): The shares have been drifting up relative to others.

Revisions (25): Analysts have, on balance, been cutting their forecasts.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs quant trader with fourteen years in markets.

Wall Street

BOTJ stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on BOTJ, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$15$20$25$30Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26BOTJ

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

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Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.

Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. BOTJ appears on the weeks it earns a place.

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Estimates

BOTJ analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Fundamentals

Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. (BOTJ) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
10.7×

Cheaper than 58% of US stocks

Price / sales
2.4×

Cheaper than 48% of US stocks

Price / book
1.5×

Cheaper than 57% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
4.1%

Higher than 36% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
19.8%

Higher than 59% of US stocks

Gross margin
Operating margin
32.3%

Higher than 88% of US stocks

Net margin
22.4%

Higher than 84% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
14.8%

Higher than 74% of US stocks

Return on assets
1.1%

Higher than 51% of US stocks

Dividend yield
1.5%

Higher than 35% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Peers

BOTJ vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelBanks - Regional
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
BOTJBank of the James Financial Group, Inc.$123.0M
79
SFBCSound Financial Bancorp, Inc.$121.4M
49
BSBKBogota Financial Corp.$119.6M
63
UNBUnion Bankshares, Inc. (Vermont)$118.7M
34
PNBKPatriot National Bancorp, Inc.$118.4M
14
MGYRMagyar Bancorp, Inc.$128.1M
56
WSBKWinchester Bancorp, Inc.$116.7M
20

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News

Latest BOTJ news & analysis

Bank of the James Q2 Earnings Gain Y/Y on Loan Growth, Lower Costs

Zacks Investment Research · 3 Aug 2026positive

Bank of the James reported higher year-over-year earnings in Q2, with loan growth, a wider net interest margin, and lower expenses offsetting a higher credit-loss provision.

Why it matters — For BOTJ watchers, the results show the bank's earnings improved through stronger core lending and cost control despite a larger credit-loss provision.

Bank of the James Announces Second Quarter of 2026 and First Half of 2026 Financial Results and Declaration of Dividend

GlobeNewsWire · 30 July 2026positive

Bank of the James released its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2026, reporting first half net income of $6.01 million, or $1.32 per share, and announced a dividend declaration.

Why it matters — BOTJ watchers would care because the financial results and dividend declaration provide insight into the company's recent earnings performance and shareholder return activity.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about BOTJ stock

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank BOTJ?

As at 22 Aug 2026, Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. ranks 79 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Momentum (99 of 100).

What is the BOTJ stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for BOTJ are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business.

How has BOTJ stock performed over the past year?

Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. returned +92.9% over the 12 months to 21 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. do?

Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. operates as a bank holding company in the financial sector, primarily providing banking and related financial services.

What is the latest news on BOTJ?

The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 3 Aug 2026): "Bank of the James Q2 Earnings Gain Y/Y on Loan Growth, Lower Costs". Bank of the James reported higher year-over-year earnings in Q2, with loan growth, a wider net interest margin, and lower expenses offsetting a higher credit-loss provision.

Company

About Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc.

Bank of the James Financial Group, Inc. operates as a bank holding company in the financial sector, primarily providing banking and related financial services. The bank focuses on serving individual clients, businesses, and professionals within its local communities, predominantly in Virginia. It offers traditional banking services including personal and commercial checking accounts, savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit. Beyond deposit services, the institution provides commercial, personal, and mortgage loans tailored to its clientele. Bank of the James also engages in investment management, offering clients strategic financial planning and asset management solutions. By prioritizing regional market needs, it establishes long-term customer relationships and contributes to local economic development. Its role in the financial market is significant for the local communities it serves, acting as a financial catalyst for regional growth and stability. The bank's localized approach ensures tailored financial solutions, fostering a robust financial ecosystem within its operational footprint.

CEO Mr. Robert R. Chapman III · 162 employees · United States · https://www.bankofthejames.bank