Glacier Bancorp (GBCI.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 20% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Glacier Bancorp Price Target 2026: Analysts See 20% Upside

The average price target for Glacier Bancorp is $55.33. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 20.31% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Glacier Bancorp overvalued or undervalued?

Glacier Bancorp is currently undervalued with a gap of 20.3% relative to the price target.


The current price is $45.99, which places Glacier Bancorp in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $49.80, and overvalued when the price exceeds $60.86.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Glacier Bancorp, the fair value range lies between $49.80 and $60.86.


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Analyst Ratings for Glacier Bancorp stock in 2026: Buy

6 analysts cover Glacier Bancorp. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 83.3% recommend buying. The average price target is $55.33, which gives an upside of 20.3% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.17/5)
Strong Buy
2 (33.3%)
Buy
3 (50%)
Hold
1 (16.7%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.17 out of 5 based on 6 analysts

About Glacier Bancorp – Banks - Regional

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Glacier Bank that provides commercial banking services to individuals, small to medium-sized businesses, community organizations, and public entities in the United States. It offers retail banking; business banking and mortgage origination and loan servicing services. The company also accepts deposit products, including non-interest bearing deposit and interest bearing deposit accounts, such as negotiable order of withdrawal, demand deposit accounts, savings, money market deposits, fixed rate certificates of deposit, negotiated-rate jumbo certificates, and individual retirement accounts. In addition, it offers credit risk management, construction and permanent loans on residential real estate, consumer land or lot loans, unimproved land and land development loans, construction loans, commercial real estate loans, agricultural and consumer lending, home equity loans, and states and political subdivisions lending, as well as residential builder guidance lines comprising pre-sold and spec-home construction, and lot acquisition loans. Glacier Bancorp, Inc. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Kalispell, Montana. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Glacier Bancorp

$5.8B Market cap
$1.1B Revenue
Banks - Regional Industry
18.39 P/E
5.15 P/S
1.33 P/B
United States Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Glacier Bancorp?

Growth stock Value stock Quality stock

Glacier Bancorp is classified as a growth stock and value stock and quality stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, strong financial health (Piotroski 9/9).

Score Overview for Glacier Bancorp

💰 Value Score 78/100 (High)
⭐ Quality Score 94/100 (Very High)
🚀 Momentum Score 59/100 (Neutral)
📊 Total Score 77/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in Glacier Bancorp that investors should be aware of.

🚨 High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 766% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.

📈 Valuation

Glacier Bancorp trades at a P/E ratio of 18.4, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 21.4. The P/S ratio is 5.2 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 1.3. The PEG ratio is 1.75.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Glacier Bancorp has a profit margin of 27.6% (excellent) and an operating margin of 44.3%. Return on equity (ROE) is 8.0%. Return on assets (ROA) is 1.0%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 66.7% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 9 out of 9 — excellent financial health. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 765.5% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 9.36% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Glacier Bancorp Dividend

How much does Glacier Bancorp pay in dividends?

Glacier Bancorp does not currently pay a dividend. This may be because the company reinvests its profits in growth, or because there is not enough profit for dividend payments. You can find more information about the dividend policy on the company's website.

Historical Dividend Payments for Glacier Bancorp

No historical dividend payments are registered for this stock.

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No historical dividend payments available.

Insider Trading in Glacier Bancorp 2026: The Signal Is clearly positive

In 2026, insiders at Glacier Bancorp have made 20 transactions – split into 17 purchases and 3 sales. On a net basis, insiders put $512,444 into the stock, which is a positive signal. Active insiders include Langel Craig A, Screnar Ryan Thomas, Groom Lee Kenneth and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is clearly positive.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Clearly positive

Insiders have exclusively bought shares over the last 3 months. This is a strong signal of confidence in the company in the short term.

Over the last 3 months: 1 purchases and 0 sales. A net $105,840 into the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly positive

Insiders have bought considerably more than they have sold. This suggests several key people see value in the stock.

Across the last 20 transactions: 17 purchases and 3 sales. A net $512,444 into the stock.

Latest purchase: Langel Craig A bought 2,250 shares at $47.04 each on 2026-08-28. The stock has since fallen 2.2%.

Latest sale: Groom Lee Kenneth sold 800 shares at $44.24 each on 2025-07-31.

Who is buying: Langel Craig A, Screnar Ryan Thomas, Groom Lee Kenneth, COPHER RON J, Chesler Randall M and others.

Who is selling: Groom Lee Kenneth, Goodwin Annie M., Chery Don J..

Latest Insider Trades in Glacier Bancorp (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Glacier Bancorp. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-28 Langel Craig A Buy 2,250 47 105,840
2026-02-23 Screnar Ryan Thomas Buy 187 48 8,995
2025-11-06 Screnar Ryan Thomas Buy 11 42 461
2025-11-06 Groom Lee Kenneth Buy 2,425 41 100,056
2025-11-05 COPHER RON J Buy 2,400 41 98,808
2025-11-05 Chesler Randall M Buy 2,437 41 99,698
2025-10-31 Heck Kristen Lee Buy 511 41 20,859
2025-08-01 Heck Kristen Lee Buy 153 42 6,489
2025-07-31 Groom Lee Kenneth Sell 800 44 35,392
2024-07-31 Goodwin Annie M. Sell 5,619 45 250,326

Who is buying and selling Glacier Bancorp shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Glacier Bancorp: Langel Craig A, Screnar Ryan Thomas, Groom Lee Kenneth, COPHER RON J, Chesler Randall M and others. In total, $843,652 was bought across 17 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Groom Lee Kenneth, Goodwin Annie M., Chery Don J.. In total, $331,208 was sold across 3 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Glacier Bancorp Short Selling 2026: 9.4% Sold Short

High short interest: 9.4% of the free float
Short % of free float
9.4%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
EODHD
Reported about twice a month
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 9.4% means that 9.4% of the freely traded shares in Glacier Bancorp have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

Short interest comes from our data provider EODHD. The figure is reported about twice a month; we check it every trading day.
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When Does Glacier Bancorp Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Glacier Bancorp is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Glacier Bancorp 2026 – Signal: Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated October 23, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Glacier Bancorp, Inc

Glacier Bancorp, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $45.99 is 5.6% above the 20-day average ($43.57). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 2.0% above the 50-day average ($45.08). Long term, the stock is 2.2% below the 200-day average ($47.01), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (45.08) is below the 200-day average (47.01), which is a classic bearish signal for Glacier Bancorp, Inc.

Is Glacier Bancorp, Inc overbought or oversold?

Glacier Bancorp, Inc has an RSI of 65.5. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone.

MACD Analysis for Glacier Bancorp, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.085), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-0.491) by 0.406, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-0.890), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (-0.194) by 0.696, which confirms continued negative long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bearish (MACD negative). However, momentum shows signs of improving on a daily basis – a potential trend reversal could be ahead, but it is not confirmed yet.

Risk Profile for Glacier Bancorp, Inc

Glacier Bancorp, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 26.6%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Glacier Bancorp, Inc

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.085). Weekly bearish (-0.890).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 65.5 – neutral.

Technical signal: Sell

The trend is negative and MACD is below the zero line, which confirms the bearish momentum. Consider reducing the position or setting a stop-loss.

Frequently Asked Questions About Glacier Bancorp stock in 2026

Should you buy Glacier Bancorp stock now?
No, the technical signal for Glacier Bancorp is currently Sell. Glacier Bancorp trades at $45.99 as of Oct 23, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.085 with rising momentum (signal: -0.491); RSI is at 65.5 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $55.33 points to 20.3% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Glacier Bancorp stock?
The average analyst price target for Glacier Bancorp is $55.33. The current price is $45.99, which gives an upside of 20.3%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $49.80 and $60.86.
Is Glacier Bancorp a dividend stock?
Yes, Glacier Bancorp is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 2.97%. The payout ratio is 50.9%, which is considered moderate.
What is the risk of Glacier Bancorp stock?
Glacier Bancorp is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 26.6%, which classifies the stock as Balanced.
Is Glacier Bancorp overvalued?
No, Glacier Bancorp is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (20.3% upside). Glacier Bancorp has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 18.4 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 5.2, a P/B ratio of 1.3. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 20.3%.
Is Glacier Bancorp overbought?
No, Glacier Bancorp is not overbought. RSI is at 65.5 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 65.5 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 5.6% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Glacier Bancorp earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Glacier Bancorp has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Glacier Bancorp shorted?
Yes, Glacier Bancorp is shorted with 9.4% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Glacier Bancorp stock?
Yes, insiders are net buyers of Glacier Bancorp – they are buying more shares than they are selling. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 1 purchases and 0 sales. On a net basis, 105,840 $ worth of shares were bought. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 17 purchases and 3 sales, with a net 512,444 $ bought. Active buyers include Langel Craig A, Screnar Ryan Thomas, Groom Lee Kenneth and others. Insider buying is generally seen as a positive signal, because management is putting its own money into the company.
Is Glacier Bancorp a good stock?
Based on our total score, Glacier Bancorp is rated as a good stock with a total score of 77 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 78/100, Quality: 94/100, Momentum: 59/100. In addition: analysts see 20.3% upside to the price target; a dividend of 2.97%. Whether now is the time to buy is a separate question: the technical signal is Sell. Whether Glacier Bancorp is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Glacier Bancorp stock?
The outlook for Glacier Bancorp based on current data: the average analyst price target is $55.33 (+20.3%); the P/E ratio is 18.4 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Glacier Bancorp stock rising?
Glacier Bancorp is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 5.6% above the 20-day average; short interest is 9.4% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Glacier Bancorp go?
The average analyst price target for Glacier Bancorp is $55.33, which corresponds to a potential gain of 20.3% from the current price of $45.99. The stock has traded between $38.75 and $54.14 over the last 52 weeks. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Glacier Bancorp fall?
The stock has traded as low as $38.75 over the last 52 weeks — that is 15.7% below the current price of $45.99. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 28.4% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±26.6% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Glacier Bancorp do?
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Glacier Bank that provides commercial banking services to individuals, small to medium-sized businesses, community organizations, and public entities in the United States. It offers retail banking; business banking... The company belongs to the Financial Services sector, more specifically the Banks - Regional industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Glacier Bancorp as an investment.
Did Glacier Bancorp raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Glacier Bancorp. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Glacier Bancorp making money or losing money?
Yes, Glacier Bancorp is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 27.6% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 44.3%. At a P/E ratio of 18.4, you currently pay 18.4 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Glacier Bancorp go bankrupt?
Altman Z2 is not used for banks and financial companies — their balance sheet is built on debt (that is the business model), so the model would wrongly classify a healthy bank as distressed. For Glacier Bancorp, look instead at the capital base (e.g. the core capital ratio), loan losses and earnings power.
Does Glacier Bancorp have a lot of debt?
Yes, Glacier Bancorp has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 766%. For the financial services sector, anything above 400% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Banks take in deposits (debt) as their raw material and lend it out — which naturally gives a high D/E. 200-400% is typical; only above 400% counts as elevated. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.

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