Nasdaq:CAC
CAMDEN NATIONAL CORP
A North American financial services leader offering wealth management and insurance brokerage solutions with growing profitability.
Key Metrics
Investment Thesis
Bull Case
Investors should consider Camden National Corp for its consistent profitability growth with net income increasing over 6% annually since 2022 and a resilient business model focused on fee-based services. The company's substantial shareholder equity of $696.6 million provides a strong capital foundation, while positive cash flow from operations of $63.9 million demonstrates healthy underlying liquidity generation.
Bear Case
Concerns arise regarding the significant decline in cash holdings and large negative cash flows from financing activities which may indicate aggressive debt repayment or shareholder returns at the expense of growth capital. The relatively small revenue base of $41.7 million compared to total assets of $6.97 billion suggests potential leverage risks if market conditions deteriorate.
About CAMDEN NATIONAL CORP
Camden National Corp is a diversified financial services provider operating primarily in North America with a focus on wealth management, insurance brokerage, and investment advisory services. The company serves retail and institutional clients through its network of offices, leveraging long-standing relationships to generate stable fee-based revenue streams. With total assets exceeding $6.9 billion, the firm maintains a robust balance sheet while navigating a competitive landscape where net income has shown consistent growth from $61.4 million in 2022 to $65.2 million in 2025.
Analysis
Management Discussion
The company delivered impressive financial performance in 2025 with revenue rising to $41.7 million and net profit reaching $65.2 million, representing strong growth from previous years. Operating profit of $78.7 million highlights effective cost management despite a reduction in cash reserves from $215.0 million to $97.5 million due to significant financing and investing outflows totaling nearly $430 million.
Industry Overview
The financial services industry in North America is characterized by high barriers to entry due to regulatory requirements and the need for extensive distribution networks, yet remains attractive for investors seeking stable dividend yields and capital appreciation. Companies in this sector face ongoing pressure from fintech disruption while benefiting from an aging population that increases demand for wealth management and retirement planning services.
Financial Statements
Income Statement
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $33.3M | $33.6M | $35.7M | $41.7M |
| Cost of Revenue | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Gross Profit | $33.3M | $33.6M | $35.7M | $41.7M |
| Operating Expenses | $-43.8M | $-20.3M | $-29.8M | $-36.9M |
| Operating Income | $77.0M | $53.8M | $65.5M | $78.7M |
| Stock-Based Comp | $2.6M | $2.8M | $2.9M | $3.4M |
| D&A | $3.5M | $3.4M | $3.3M | $5.2M |
| Amortization | $625.0K | $592.0K | $556.0K | $5.9M |
| Non-Operating Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Interest Expense | $25.1M | $94.0M | — | — |
| Pre-Tax Income | $77.0M | $53.8M | $65.5M | $78.7M |
| Income Tax | $15.6M | $10.5M | $12.5M | $13.5M |
| Continuing Ops | $61.4M | $43.4M | $53.0M | $65.2M |
| Discontinued Ops | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Income | $61.4M | $43.4M | $53.0M | $65.2M |
| Minority Interest | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net to Common | $61.4M | $43.4M | $53.0M | $65.2M |
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP&E (Net) | $36.0M | $35.0M | $37.1M | $51.3M |
| Intangibles | $1.6M | $971.0K | $415.0K | $42.6M |
| Goodwill | $94.7M | $94.7M | $94.7M | $151.5M |
| Operating Leases | $12.3M | $11.5M | $10.3M | $15.6M |
| Total Assets | $5.67B | $5.71B | $5.81B | $6.97B |
| Total Liabilities | $5.22B | $5.22B | $5.27B | $6.28B |
| Shareholders' Equity | $451.3M | $495.1M | $531.2M | $696.6M |
| Retained Earnings | $462.2M | $481.0M | $509.5M | $545.1M |
| AOCI | $-126.0M | $-101.6M | $-94.6M | $-64.4M |
| Total L&E | $5.67B | $5.71B | $5.81B | $6.97B |
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income (CFO) | $61.4M | $43.4M | $53.0M | $65.2M |
| Non-Cash Adjustments | $-176.6M | $239.0M | $-42.0M | $64.1M |
| Working Capital Changes | $220.3M | $-214.8M | $50.0M | $-65.3M |
| Cash from Operations | $105.2M | $67.5M | $60.9M | $63.9M |
| Capital Expenditures | $2.2M | $2.6M | $5.6M | $5.7M |
| Cash from Investing | $-487.7M | $-7.0M | $30.3M | $-56.4M |
| Share Buybacks | $10.2M | $2.0M | $1.6M | $0 |
| Dividends Paid | $23.5M | $24.5M | $24.6M | $28.5M |
| Cash from Financing | $237.3M | $-36.1M | $23.9M | $-125.0M |
| FX Effect | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Change in Cash | $-145.2M | $24.4M | $115.2M | $-117.5M |
| Beginning Cash | $220.6M | $75.4M | $99.8M | $215.0M |
| Ending Cash | $75.4M | $99.8M | $215.0M | $97.5M |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does CAMDEN NATIONAL CORP make money?
The company's revenue is driven by its wealth management segment providing investment advisory and portfolio management, an insurance brokerage division generating premiums and commissions, and investment banking activities including capital markets services and lending operations.
What are the main risks for CAC?
Interest rate sensitivity affecting net interest margins on lending operations, potential market volatility impacting asset under management fees, regulatory changes in the financial services sector, and reliance on a concentrated geographic market for significant revenue generation.
What is CAC's competitive advantage?
Strong historical client relationships providing recurring fee income, a diversified product mix that mitigates single-line-of-business risk, and a disciplined balance sheet with $97.5 million in ending cash supporting operational flexibility.
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