Horizon Bancorp Stock Forward View

HBNC Stock  USD 18.19  0.15  0.83%   
Horizon Stock outlook is based on your current time horizon. Investors can use this forecasting interface to forecast Horizon Bancorp stock prices and determine the direction of Horizon Bancorp's future trends based on various well-known forecasting models. We suggest always using this module together with an analysis of Horizon Bancorp's historical fundamentals, such as revenue growth or operating cash flow patterns.
At the present time, The relative strength index (RSI) of Horizon Bancorp's share price is at 59. This usually indicates that the stock is in nutural position, most likellhy at or near its resistance level. The main idea of RSI analysis is to track how fast people are buying or selling Horizon Bancorp, making its price go up or down.

Momentum 59

 Buy Extended

 
Oversold
 
Overbought
The successful prediction of Horizon Bancorp's future price could yield a significant profit. We analyze noise-free headlines and recent hype associated with Horizon Bancorp, which may create opportunities for some arbitrage if properly timed. Below are the key fundamental drivers impacting Horizon Bancorp's stock price prediction:
Quarterly Earnings Growth
0.469
EPS Estimate Next Quarter
0.4767
EPS Estimate Current Year
2.05
EPS Estimate Next Year
2.19
Wall Street Target Price
21.25
Using Horizon Bancorp hype-based prediction, you can estimate the value of Horizon Bancorp from the perspective of Horizon Bancorp response to recently generated media hype and the effects of current headlines on its competitors. We also analyze overall investor sentiment towards Horizon Bancorp using Horizon Bancorp's stock options and short interest. It helps to benchmark the overall future attitude of investors towards Horizon using crowd psychology based on the activity and movement of Horizon Bancorp's stock price.

Horizon Bancorp Short Interest

A significant increase or decrease in Horizon Bancorp's short interest from the previous month could be a good indicator of investor sentiment towards Horizon. Short interest can provide insight into the potential direction of Horizon Bancorp stock and how bullish or bearish investors feel about the market overall.
200 Day MA
16.0517
Short Percent
0.029
Short Ratio
3.61
Shares Short Prior Month
1.6 M
50 Day MA
17.4024

Horizon Relative Strength Index

The Naive Prediction forecasted value of Horizon Bancorp on the next trading day is expected to be 17.75 with a mean absolute deviation of 0.29 and the sum of the absolute errors of 17.78.

Horizon Bancorp Hype to Price Pattern

Investor biases related to Horizon Bancorp's public news can be used to forecast risks associated with an investment in Horizon. The trend in average sentiment can be used to explain how an investor holding Horizon can time the market purely based on public headlines and social activities around Horizon Bancorp. Please note that most equities that are difficult to arbitrage are affected by market sentiment the most.
Some investors profit by finding stocks that are overvalued or undervalued based on market sentiment. The correlation of Horizon Bancorp's market sentiment to its price can help taders to make decisions based on the overall investors consensus about Horizon Bancorp.

Horizon Bancorp Implied Volatility

    
  1.05  
Horizon Bancorp's implied volatility exposes the market's sentiment of Horizon Bancorp stock's possible movements over time. However, it does not forecast the overall direction of its price. In a nutshell, if Horizon Bancorp's implied volatility is high, the market thinks the stock has potential for high price swings in either direction. On the other hand, the low implied volatility suggests that Horizon Bancorp stock will not fluctuate a lot when Horizon Bancorp's options are near their expiration.
The Naive Prediction forecasted value of Horizon Bancorp on the next trading day is expected to be 17.75 with a mean absolute deviation of 0.29 and the sum of the absolute errors of 17.78.

Horizon Bancorp after-hype prediction price

    
  USD 17.96  
There is no one specific way to measure market sentiment using hype analysis or a similar predictive technique. This prediction method should be used in combination with more fundamental and traditional techniques such as stock price forecasting, technical analysis, analysts consensus, earnings estimates, and various momentum models.
Check out Historical Fundamental Analysis of Horizon Bancorp to cross-verify your projections.
For information on how to trade Horizon Stock refer to our How to Trade Horizon Stock guide.

Prediction based on Rule 16 of the current Horizon contract

Based on the Rule 16, the options market is currently suggesting that Horizon Bancorp will have an average daily up or down price movement of about 0.0656% per day over the life of the 2026-03-20 option contract. With Horizon Bancorp trading at USD 18.19, that is roughly USD 0.0119 . If you think that the market is fully incorporating Horizon Bancorp's daily price movement you should consider acquiring Horizon Bancorp options at the current volatility level of 1.05%. But if you have an opposite viewpoint you should avoid it and even consider selling them.

Open Interest Against 2026-03-20 Horizon Option Contracts

Although open interest is a measure utilized in the options markets, it could be used to forecast Horizon Bancorp's spot prices because the number of available contracts in the market changes daily, and new contracts can be created or liquidated at will. Since open interest in Horizon Bancorp's options reflects these daily shifts, investors could use the patterns of these changes to develop long and short-term trading strategies for Horizon Bancorp stock based on available contracts left at the end of a trading day.
Please note that to derive more accurate forecasting about market movement from the current Horizon Bancorp's open interest, investors have to compare it to Horizon Bancorp's spot prices. As Ford's stock price increases, high open interest indicates that money is entering the market, and the market is strongly bullish. Conversely, if the price of Horizon Bancorp is decreasing and there is high open interest, that is a sign that the bearish trend will continue, and investors may react by taking short positions in Horizon. So, decreasing or low open interest during a bull market indicates that investors are becoming uncertain of the depth of the bullish trend, and a reversal in sentiment will likely follow.

Horizon Bancorp Additional Predictive Modules

Most predictive techniques to examine Horizon price help traders to determine how to time the market. We provide a combination of tools to recognize potential entry and exit points for Horizon using various technical indicators. When you analyze Horizon charts, please remember that the event formation may indicate an entry point for a short seller, and look at other indicators across different periods to confirm that a breakdown or reversion is likely to occur.

Horizon Bancorp Cash Forecast

Forecasting cash, or other financial indicators, requires analysts to apply different statistical methods, techniques, and algorithms to find hidden patterns within the Horizon Bancorp's financial statements to predict how it will affect future prices.
 
Cash  
First Reported
1995-06-30
Previous Quarter
458.3 M
Current Value
66.8 M
Quarterly Volatility
136.1 M
 
Dot-com Bubble
 
Housing Crash
 
Credit Downgrade
 
Yuan Drop
 
Covid
 
Interest Hikes
A naive forecasting model for Horizon Bancorp is a special case of the moving average forecasting where the number of periods used for smoothing is one. Therefore, the forecast of Horizon Bancorp value for a given trading day is simply the observed value for the previous period. Due to the simplistic nature of the naive forecasting model, it can only be used to forecast up to one period.

Horizon Bancorp Naive Prediction Price Forecast For the 6th of February

Given 90 days horizon, the Naive Prediction forecasted value of Horizon Bancorp on the next trading day is expected to be 17.75 with a mean absolute deviation of 0.29, mean absolute percentage error of 0.13, and the sum of the absolute errors of 17.78.
Please note that although there have been many attempts to predict Horizon Stock prices using its time series forecasting, we generally do not suggest using it to place bets in the real market. The most commonly used models for forecasting predictions are the autoregressive models, which specify that Horizon Bancorp's next future price depends linearly on its previous prices and some stochastic term (i.e., imperfectly predictable multiplier).

Horizon Bancorp Stock Forecast Pattern

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Horizon Bancorp Forecasted Value

In the context of forecasting Horizon Bancorp's Stock value on the next trading day, we examine the predictive performance of the model to find good statistically significant boundaries of downside and upside scenarios. Horizon Bancorp's downside and upside margins for the forecasting period are 16.04 and 19.46, respectively. We have considered Horizon Bancorp's daily market price to evaluate the above model's predictive performance. Remember, however, there is no scientific proof or empirical evidence that traditional linear or nonlinear forecasting models outperform artificial intelligence and frequency domain models to provide accurate forecasts consistently.
Market Value
18.19
17.75
Expected Value
19.46
Upside

Model Predictive Factors

The below table displays some essential indicators generated by the model showing the Naive Prediction forecasting method's relative quality and the estimations of the prediction error of Horizon Bancorp stock data series using in forecasting. Note that when a statistical model is used to represent Horizon Bancorp stock, the representation will rarely be exact; so some information will be lost using the model to explain the process. AIC estimates the relative amount of information lost by a given model: the less information a model loses, the higher its quality.
AICAkaike Information Criteria117.8832
BiasArithmetic mean of the errors None
MADMean absolute deviation0.2868
MAPEMean absolute percentage error0.0167
SAESum of the absolute errors17.7793
This model is not at all useful as a medium-long range forecasting tool of Horizon Bancorp. This model is simplistic and is included partly for completeness and partly because of its simplicity. It is unlikely that you'll want to use this model directly to predict Horizon Bancorp. Instead, consider using either the moving average model or the more general weighted moving average model with a higher (i.e., greater than 1) number of periods, and possibly a different set of weights.

Predictive Modules for Horizon Bancorp

There are currently many different techniques concerning forecasting the market as a whole, as well as predicting future values of individual securities such as Horizon Bancorp. Regardless of method or technology, however, to accurately forecast the stock market is more a matter of luck rather than a particular technique. Nevertheless, trying to predict the stock market accurately is still an essential part of the overall investment decision process. Using different forecasting techniques and comparing the results might improve your chances of accuracy even though unexpected events may often change the market sentiment and impact your forecasting results.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
16.2517.9619.67
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
16.3720.9922.70
Details
Bollinger
Band Projection (param)
LowMiddleHigh
16.3717.4018.44
Details
6 Analysts
Consensus
LowTargetHigh
19.3421.2523.59
Details

Horizon Bancorp After-Hype Price Density Analysis

As far as predicting the price of Horizon Bancorp at your current risk attitude, this probability distribution graph shows the chance that the prediction will fall between or within a specific range. We use this chart to confirm that your returns on investing in Horizon Bancorp or, for that matter, your successful expectations of its future price, cannot be replicated consistently. Please note, a large amount of money has been lost over the years by many investors who confused the symmetrical distributions of Stock prices, such as prices of Horizon Bancorp, with the unreliable approximations that try to describe financial returns.
   Next price density   
       Expected price to next headline  

Horizon Bancorp Estimiated After-Hype Price Volatility

In the context of predicting Horizon Bancorp's stock value on the day after the next significant headline, we show statistically significant boundaries of downside and upside scenarios based on Horizon Bancorp's historical news coverage. Horizon Bancorp's after-hype downside and upside margins for the prediction period are 16.25 and 19.67, respectively. We have considered Horizon Bancorp's daily market price in relation to the headlines to evaluate this method's predictive performance. Remember, however, there is no scientific proof or empirical evidence that news-based prediction models compare with traditional linear, nonlinear models or artificial intelligence models to provide accurate predictions consistently.
Current Value
18.19
17.96
After-hype Price
19.67
Upside
Horizon Bancorp is very steady at this time. Analysis and calculation of next after-hype price of Horizon Bancorp is based on 3 months time horizon.

Horizon Bancorp Stock Price Outlook Analysis

Have you ever been surprised when a price of a Company such as Horizon Bancorp is soaring high without any particular reason? This is usually happening because many institutional investors are aggressively trading Horizon Bancorp backward and forwards among themselves. Have you ever observed a lot of a particular company's price movement is driven by press releases or news about the company that has nothing to do with actual earnings? Usually, hype to individual companies acts as price momentum. If not enough favorable publicity is forthcoming, the Stock price eventually runs out of speed. So, the rule of thumb here is that as long as this news hype has nothing to do with immediate earnings, you should pay more attention to it. If you see this tendency with Horizon Bancorp, there might be something going there, and it might present an excellent short sale opportunity.
Expected ReturnPeriod VolatilityHype ElasticityRelated ElasticityNews DensityRelated DensityExpected Hype
  0.24 
1.71
  0.23 
  0.11 
10 Events / Month
8 Events / Month
In about 10 days
Latest traded priceExpected after-news pricePotential return on next major newsAverage after-hype volatility
18.19
17.96
1.26 
178.13  
Notes

Horizon Bancorp Hype Timeline

Horizon Bancorp is currently traded for 18.19. The entity has historical hype elasticity of -0.23, and average elasticity to hype of competition of 0.11. Horizon is estimated to decline in value after the next headline, with the price expected to drop to 17.96. The average volatility of media hype impact on the company price is about 178.13%. The price decrease on the next news is expected to be -1.26%, whereas the daily expected return is currently at 0.24%. The volatility of related hype on Horizon Bancorp is about 363.83%, with the expected price after the next announcement by competition of 18.30. About 79.0% of the company shares are owned by institutional investors. The company has price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.34. Some equities with similar Price to Book (P/B) outperform the market in the long run. Horizon Bancorp recorded a loss per share of 3.41. The entity last dividend was issued on the 2nd of January 2026. The firm had 3:2 split on the 18th of June 2018. Given the investment horizon of 90 days the next estimated press release will be in about 10 days.
Check out Historical Fundamental Analysis of Horizon Bancorp to cross-verify your projections.
For information on how to trade Horizon Stock refer to our How to Trade Horizon Stock guide.

Horizon Bancorp Related Hype Analysis

Having access to credible news sources related to Horizon Bancorp's direct competition is more important than ever and may enhance your ability to predict Horizon Bancorp's future price movements. Getting to know how Horizon Bancorp's peers react to changing market sentiment, related social signals, and mainstream news is a great way to find investing opportunities and time the market. The summary table below summarizes the essential lagging indicators that can help you analyze how Horizon Bancorp may potentially react to the hype associated with one of its peers.
Hype
Elasticity
News
Density
Semi
Deviation
Information
Ratio
Potential
Upside
Value
At Risk
Maximum
Drawdown
TRSTTrustCo Bank Corp 0.16 10 per month 1.39  0.15  2.88 (1.69) 12.39 
MCBMetropolitan Bank Holding 0.92 8 per month 1.01  0.21  3.81 (1.74) 19.32 
HTBHomeTrust Bancshares 1.29 7 per month 1.32  0.07  2.66 (2.38) 9.13 
NBBKNB Bancorp Common(0.33)5 per month 0.96  0.18  2.93 (1.83) 6.22 
MBWMMercantile Bank(0.42)8 per month 0.98  0.18  3.78 (1.75) 9.88 
AMTBAmerant Bancorp(1.45)9 per month 1.43  0.20  4.07 (2.47) 10.32 
NBNNortheast Bancorp 1.35 8 per month 1.62  0.21  4.10 (3.68) 13.72 
CCNECNB Financial(0.01)7 per month 0.93  0.15  3.12 (1.55) 8.97 
CCBGCapital City Bank 1.26 10 per month 1.71  0.06  3.11 (3.38) 9.74 
FSBCFive Star Bancorp 1.93 8 per month 1.21  0.10  3.59 (2.36) 10.06 

Other Forecasting Options for Horizon Bancorp

For every potential investor in Horizon, whether a beginner or expert, Horizon Bancorp's price movement is the inherent factor that sparks whether it is viable to invest in it or hold it better. Horizon Stock price charts are filled with many 'noises.' These noises can hugely alter the decision one can make regarding investing in Horizon. Basic forecasting techniques help filter out the noise by identifying Horizon Bancorp's price trends.

Horizon Bancorp Related Equities

One of the popular trading techniques among algorithmic traders is to use market-neutral strategies where every trade hedges away some risk. Because there are two separate transactions required, even if one position performs unexpectedly, the other equity can make up some of the losses. Below are some of the equities that can be combined with Horizon Bancorp stock to make a market-neutral strategy. Peer analysis of Horizon Bancorp could also be used in its relative valuation, which is a method of valuing Horizon Bancorp by comparing valuation metrics with similar companies.
 Risk & Return  Correlation

Horizon Bancorp Market Strength Events

Market strength indicators help investors to evaluate how Horizon Bancorp stock reacts to ongoing and evolving market conditions. The investors can use it to make informed decisions about market timing, and determine when trading Horizon Bancorp shares will generate the highest return on investment. By undertsting and applying Horizon Bancorp stock market strength indicators, traders can identify Horizon Bancorp entry and exit signals to maximize returns.

Horizon Bancorp Risk Indicators

The analysis of Horizon Bancorp's basic risk indicators is one of the essential steps in accurately forecasting its future price. The process involves identifying the amount of risk involved in Horizon Bancorp's investment and either accepting that risk or mitigating it. Along with some essential techniques for forecasting horizon stock prices, we also provide a set of basic risk indicators that can assist in the individual investment decision or help in hedging the risk of your existing portfolios.
Please note, the risk measures we provide can be used independently or collectively to perform a risk assessment. When comparing two potential investments, we recommend comparing similar equities with homogenous growth potential and valuation from related markets to determine which investment holds the most risk.

Story Coverage note for Horizon Bancorp

The number of cover stories for Horizon Bancorp depends on current market conditions and Horizon Bancorp's risk-adjusted performance over time. The coverage that generates the most noise at a given time depends on the prevailing investment theme that Horizon Bancorp is classified under. However, while its typical story may have numerous social followers, the rapid visibility can also attract short-sellers, who usually are skeptical about Horizon Bancorp's long-term prospects. So, having above-average coverage will typically attract above-average short interest, leading to significant price volatility.

Horizon Bancorp Short Properties

Horizon Bancorp's future price predictability will typically decrease when Horizon Bancorp's long traders begin to feel the short-sellers pressure to drive the price lower. The predictive aspect of Horizon Bancorp often depends not only on the future outlook of the potential Horizon Bancorp's investors but also on the ongoing dynamics between investors with different trading styles. Because the market risk indicators may have small false signals, it is better to identify suitable times to hedge a portfolio using different long/short signals. Horizon Bancorp's indicators that are reflective of the short sentiment are summarized in the table below.
Common Stock Shares Outstanding51.3 M
Cash And Short Term Investments70.7 M
When determining whether Horizon Bancorp offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of Horizon Bancorp's financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess its financial health. Key financial ratios are used to gauge profitability, efficiency, and growth potential of Horizon Bancorp Stock. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Horizon Bancorp Stock:
Check out Historical Fundamental Analysis of Horizon Bancorp to cross-verify your projections.
For information on how to trade Horizon Stock refer to our How to Trade Horizon Stock guide.
You can also try the Risk-Return Analysis module to view associations between returns expected from investment and the risk you assume.
Will Regional Banks sector continue expanding? Could Horizon diversify its offerings? Factors like these will boost the valuation of Horizon Bancorp. Market participants price Horizon higher when confident in its future expansion prospects. Accurate valuation requires analyzing both current fundamentals and future growth trajectories. Every Horizon Bancorp data point contributes insight, yet successful analysis hinges on identifying the most consequential variables.
Quarterly Earnings Growth
0.469
Dividend Share
0.64
Earnings Share
(3.41)
Revenue Per Share
(1.77)
Quarterly Revenue Growth
2.187
Understanding Horizon Bancorp requires distinguishing between market price and book value, where the latter reflects Horizon's accounting equity. The concept of intrinsic value - what Horizon Bancorp's is actually worth based on fundamentals - guides informed investors toward better entry and exit points. Seasoned market participants apply comprehensive analytical frameworks to derive fundamental worth and identify mispriced opportunities. Market sentiment, economic cycles, and investor behavior can push Horizon Bancorp's price substantially above or below its fundamental value.
Please note, there is a significant difference between Horizon Bancorp's value and its price as these two are different measures arrived at by different means. Investors typically determine if Horizon Bancorp is a good investment by looking at such factors as earnings, sales, fundamental and technical indicators, competition as well as analyst projections. In contrast, Horizon Bancorp's trading price reflects the actual exchange value where willing buyers and sellers reach mutual agreement.