Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Rates First Western Financial (MYFW) buy

The firm maintains its buy rating with a target price of $33 for First Western Financial, a 3.45% upside from the current price.

By EarningsIQ Research Desk · Published Jun 26, 2026, 3:03 AM EDT · Updated Jun 30, 2026, 5:02 AM EDT

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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods rated First Western Financial, Inc. ($MYFW) "buy" with a $33 price target on June 25, 2026.

Since the rating, $MYFW is up 5.1% after 1 week, down 2.0% after 1 month and down 6.2% to date (from the $31.39 close on Jun 25, 2026).

MYFW First Western Financial, Inc.

$29.45 +10.51% year to date

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Key Points

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reiterated its buy rating on First Western Financial, Inc. (MYFW) with a price target of $33 on June 25, 2026.
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods's $33 price target implies 3.45% upside from First Western Financial, Inc.'s ($MYFW) current $31.90 share price.
Shares of MYFW traded at $30.66 on Friday, with a market cap of approximately $305 million and a P/E ratio of 20.38.
Several insiders bought shares on June 3, 2026, and institutional investors like Wellington Management Group increased their holdings.

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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods has reiterated its buy rating on First Western Financial, Inc. (NasdaqGS: MYFW), setting a price target of $33. This decision, announced on June 25, 2026, reflects continued confidence in the company's prospects.

Analyst rating track record

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods vs. the S&P 500

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Other Institutional Activity in First Western Financial

Several institutional investors have adjusted their positions in First Western Financial. North Reef Capital Management LP increased its holdings by 30,655 shares, bringing its total to 716,609 shares valued at approximately $17.61 million, marking a 4.5% increase. Wellington Management Group LLP made a significant move by adding 277,649 shares, a 114.4% increase, ending with 520,329 shares worth about $12.79 million. BlackRock, Inc. slightly reduced its stake by 7,429 shares, holding 496,361 shares valued at $12.20 million. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 353,829 shares valued at $8.70 million. Banc Funds Co LLC also increased its position by 2,314 shares, holding a total of 348,404 shares worth around $8.56 million.

First Western Financial, Inc. Stock Up 4.2%

Shares of First Western Financial, Inc. traded near $30.66 on Friday. The company, with a market cap of about $305 million, has a P/E ratio of 20.38 and a forward P/E of 11.05. Its beta of 0.735 suggests lower volatility compared to the broader market. The stock's 52-week range spans from $20.40 to $31.58, with a 50-day moving average of $28.70 and a 200-day moving average of $25.55.

12-month forecast

$MYFW price target

First Western Financial, Inc. daily closes and this analyst's $33 target. Not advice.

Recent Earnings

First Western Financial reported revenue of $100.46 million, reflecting a growth rate of 14.4%. The company achieved a net margin of 15.14% and a return on equity of 5.74%. The next earnings release is expected on April 23, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at First Western Financial, Inc.

On June 3, 2026, several insiders, including Patrick Hamill, Joseph Zimlich, Luke Latimer, David Duncan, Julie Caponi, and Thomas Gart, each purchased 974 shares. These transactions were not part of any pre-planned trading programs.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 25, 2026, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods maintained its buy rating for First Western Financial with a $33 price target. Piper Sandler also maintained a hold rating with a $27 target on April 27, 2026. The consensus rating for the stock is a buy, with a mean target price of $31.50 based on two analyst opinions.

About First Western Financial, Inc.

First Western Financial, Inc. is a financial holding company headquartered in Denver, Colorado. It provides a range of services including wealth advisory, private banking, and investment management. The company operates through two segments: Wealth Management and Mortgage. It serves high net worth individuals, families, and businesses. Led by CEO Scott C. Wylie, First Western employs about 320 people.

Bottom Line

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods' reaffirmation of a buy rating for First Western Financial underscores the firm's positive outlook on the company's future. Investors closely monitor such ratings as they provide insights into the company's potential performance. It's important to note that these updates are based on past data and may not reflect current conditions.