FXNC (First National) Volatility: 13.96% (As of Aug. 17, 2026)

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FXNC First National Corp FXNC
64 GF Score
Price $32.10
GF Value $23.95
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is First National Volatility?

First National FXNC -0.56% 64 Volatility is 13.96% as of Aug. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates FXNC with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.95 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index, it shows how the price swings around its mean. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. In most cases, the higher the volatility, the riskier the security.

As of today (2026-08-17), First National's Volatility is 13.96%.


First National  (NAS:FXNC) Volatility Explanation

Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index. It’s often measured as standard deviation or variance of historical returns over a certain period. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year.

Volatility reflects the uncertainty or risk of a security’s value. Generally speaking, a higher volatility suggests a higher risk, because it implies a wider fluctuation around average price. This means the price of the security can change dramatically in either direction within a short period. Conversely, a lower volatility means that the security's price is more steady, which suggests a lower risk.

Another measurement of relative volatility is Beta. Beta is a measure of systematic risk of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. Beta is usually compared to 1. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.


First National Volatility Related Terms


FXNC vs ATLO, HWBK, OVLY: Volatility Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, First National's Volatility, along with its competitors' market caps and Volatility data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


First National Volatility vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, First National's Volatility distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where First National's Volatility falls into.


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First National  (NAS:FXNC) Volatility Calculation

The annualized volatility is calculated as following:

σA=σM * 12
= 1/(n-1) ∑(Ri - R')^2 * 12

Where: σM is the monthly volatility, n is the number of months in the period, Ri is the security's historical monthly returns and R' is the arithmetic mean of monthly returns.

* 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 Volatility →
What does a Volatility of 13.96% mean?
First National (FXNC) has a Volatility of 13.96% as of Aug. 17, 2026. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on First National and its competitors.
Is First National's Volatility too high?
First National's current Volatility is 13.96%. Overall, First National has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does First National's Volatility compare to ATLO and HWBK?
First National's Volatility of 13.96% can be compared against companies in the Banks industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Volatility for a Banks company?
A good Volatility depends on the Banks industry context. However, Volatility 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 Volatility mean?
A high Volatility can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on First National and its competitors. First National's current Volatility is 13.96%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is First National stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First National (FXNC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.95, compared to a current price of $32.10 — trading 34% above its estimated fair value. The current Volatility is 13.96%. First National's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Volatility calculated?
Volatility is calculated from a company's financial statements. For First National (FXNC), the current Volatility is 13.96% as of Aug. 17, 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 First National (FXNC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First National stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $32.10 is trading 34% above its estimated GF Value™ of $23.95. GuruFocus considers First National to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FXNC:

  • Volatility: 13.96%
  • GF Value™: $23.95 vs. price of $32.10 (34% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 5 warning signs

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


First National Business Description

Address 112 West King Street, Strasburg, VA, USA, 22657
First National Corp is a bank holding company of First Bank, which is a commercial bank. Its core offering includes loans, deposits, wealth management, and other products and services. The Company operates through two reportable operating segments: Community Banking and wealth management. The Community Banking segment involves making loans and generating deposits from individuals, businesses, and charitable organizations. Wealth Management Services offers corporate trustee services, trust and estate administration, IRA administration and custody services. The company has revenue from Community Banking segment.
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