PBKX (Partners Bank of California) Financial Strength: 4 (As of Jun. 2026) — Near Median

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PBKX Partners Bank of California PBKX
55 GF Score
Price $18.16
GF Value $14.03
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Partners Bank of California Financial Strength?

Partners Bank of California PBKX -2.16% 55 Financial Strength is 4 as of Jun. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates PBKX with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.03 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Partners Bank of California has the Financial Strength Rank of 4.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

GuruFocus does not calculate Partners Bank of California's interest coverage with the available data. Partners Bank of California's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 0.87. Altman Z-Score does not apply to banks and insurance companies.


Partners Bank of California  (OTCPK:PBKX) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Partners Bank of California has the Financial Strength Rank of 4.


Partners Bank of California Financial Strength Related Terms

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Partners Bank of California Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense:

Partners Bank of California's Interest Expense for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was $-2.59 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was $0.00 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $21.00 Mil.

Partners Bank of California's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

Good Sign:

Ben Graham prefers companies' interest coverage to be at least 5. Partners Bank of California has enough cash to cover all of its debt. Its financial situation is stable.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

Partners Bank of California's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Jun. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(0 + 21) / 24.012
=0.87

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Altman Z-Score does not apply to banks and insurance companies.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 4 mean?
Partners Bank of California (PBKX) has a Financial Strength of 4 as of Jun. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Partners Bank of California and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Partners Bank of California's Financial Strength has ranged from 3.00 to 5.00.
Is Partners Bank of California's Financial Strength too high?
Partners Bank of California's current Financial Strength of 4 is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 5.00. Overall, Partners Bank of California has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Partners Bank of California's Financial Strength compare to REDW and FSEA?
Partners Bank of California's Financial Strength of 4 can be compared against companies in the Banks industry. Historically, Partners Bank of California's own Financial Strength has ranged from 3.00 to 5.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Financial Strength for a Banks company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Banks industry context. However, Financial Strength should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Partners Bank of California and its competitors. Partners Bank of California's current Financial Strength is 4, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Partners Bank of California stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Partners Bank of California (PBKX) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.03, compared to a current price of $18.16 — trading 29.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 4, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Partners Bank of California's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Partners Bank of California (PBKX), the current Financial Strength is 4 as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Partners Bank of California (PBKX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Partners Bank of California stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $18.16 is trading 29.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.03. GuruFocus considers Partners Bank of California to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PBKX:

  • Financial Strength: 4 (near median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: $14.03 vs. price of $18.16 (29.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the PBKX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Partners Bank of California Business Description

Address 27201 Puerta Real, Suite 160, Mission Viejo, CA, USA, 92691
Partners Bank of California is engaged in providing personal & commercial banking services to small & middle-market businesses, professional practices, commercial & industrial companies & individuals. Its banking products and services include checking accounts, savings accounts, and certificates of deposit; online banking services, such as bills and schedule payments and funds transfer services. It also offers business banking and commercial lending.
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