UNTY

Financial Services

Unity Bancorp, Inc. · Banks - Regional · $550M

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
55.7
Good

Unity Bancorp, Inc. scores 55.7/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Financial Services Sector
UNTY
55.7
Sector avg
39.7
Quality
Strong
Moat
Weak
Growth
Neutral
Risk
Weak
Valuation
Attractive

What is Unity Bancorp, Inc.?

Unity Bancorp is the holding company for Unity Bank, a community bank serving individuals, small businesses, and professionals across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Unity Bank generates revenue through traditional banking activities — accepting deposits and extending credit. It offers personal and business checking, savings, and money market accounts alongside commercial loans, SBA loans, residential mortgages, home equity products, and consumer loans. Customers are served through branch offices and online banking channels.

Incorporated in 1991 and headquartered in Clinton, New Jersey, Unity Bank has built a regional presence across multiple Garden State counties.

  • Personal and business deposit accounts
  • SBA and commercial loans
  • Residential mortgage and home equity products
  • Consumer and personal loans

Is UNTY a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates UNTY as Good overall.

The Quality pillar stands out as the strongest element of UNTY's profile, suggesting the bank maintains sound fundamentals relative to its peer group. Valuation is rated Attractive, meaning the stock does not appear expensive compared to its underlying profile.

The Moat and Risk pillars are both rated Weak, reflecting the competitive pressures typical of community banking and the inherent balance-sheet sensitivities of smaller regional lenders.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does UNTY pay dividends?

Yes — Unity Bancorp, Inc. pays a dividend.

Unity Bancorp pays a regular dividend, consistent with the income-oriented tradition of community banks. For investors seeking periodic income alongside capital exposure, UNTY's dividend policy reflects management's commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

When does UNTY report earnings?

Unity Bancorp reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed bank holding companies.

The bank's Quality pillar rating suggests its recent financial results have been relatively sound within the community banking segment. Growth is rated Neutral, indicating performance broadly in line with sector expectations rather than outperforming peers.

For the most recent quarter's results and guidance, visit Unity Bancorp's investor relations page directly.

UNTY Price History

+135.2% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in Unity Bancorp, Inc.?

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That's a +168% total return, or +21.8% annualized.

Based on Unity Bancorp, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Unity Bancorp do?

Unity Bancorp operates Unity Bank, a community bank serving individuals, small and mid-sized businesses, and professionals. It offers deposit accounts, commercial and SBA loans, residential mortgages, and consumer lending across New Jersey and parts of Pennsylvania.

Does UNTY pay dividends?

Yes, Unity Bancorp pays a regular dividend. This is common among profitable community banks that prioritize returning capital to shareholders. Check the company's investor relations page for the current dividend rate and payment schedule.

When does UNTY report earnings?

Unity Bancorp follows a standard quarterly earnings cadence. Specific dates are not covered by our data source — visit the company's investor relations page for the most current schedule.

Is UNTY a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates UNTY as Good overall, with a Strong Quality pillar and Attractive Valuation. However, Moat and Risk are both rated Weak. Whether it fits your portfolio depends on your risk tolerance and investment goals — the full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is UNTY overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for UNTY is rated Attractive, suggesting the stock is not considered expensive relative to its quality profile. Community banks can trade at varying multiples depending on interest rate conditions and credit quality.

What is UNTY's market cap bracket?

Unity Bancorp is classified as a small-cap stock. This places it in the segment of publicly traded companies with more limited liquidity and analyst coverage than large or mega-cap peers, which is typical for regional community banks.

Is UNTY a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, UNTY's Strong Quality pillar is encouraging, but the Weak Moat rating suggests limited structural competitive advantages. Long-term holders should weigh the bank's local franchise strength against competitive and risk pressures in community banking.

What sector does UNTY belong to?

Unity Bancorp operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically within community and regional banking. This sector is sensitive to interest rate cycles, credit conditions, and local economic health — all factors reflected in the UQS Risk pillar assessment.

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UNTY — Score History

50556065Apr 2Apr 12Apr 22May 2May 12May 22May 24v5
Score changes· 10 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
May 21, 202655.593.922.041.828.293.3-0.1
May 3, 202655.695.422.041.227.092.80.0
Apr 26, 202655.695.422.041.227.092.9+0.1
Apr 25, 202655.595.422.041.227.092.3-0.8
Apr 20, 202656.395.422.043.327.094.5-0.1
Apr 19, 202656.495.422.043.827.095.10.0
Apr 18, 202656.495.422.043.827.094.9-0.3
Apr 14, 202656.795.422.043.827.096.60.0
Apr 12, 202656.795.422.043.827.096.7-0.1
Apr 2, 202656.895.422.043.827.097.6

UNTY — Pillar Breakdown

Quality

94.2/100 (25%)

Unity Bancorp, Inc. demonstrates outstanding capital efficiency and profitability, placing it among the highest-quality businesses in the market.

Return on EquityStrong

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityStrong

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityStrong

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Cash GenerationStrong

Free cash flow relative to market value.

Growth

41.8/100 (20%)

Unity Bancorp, Inc. shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.

Recent Revenue TrendModerate

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRModerate

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthStrong

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookWeak

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Forward EPS GrowthWeak

Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.

Risk

28.2/100 (15%)

Unity Bancorp, Inc. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Debt/EquityStrong

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioWeak

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageWeak

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

Valuation

93.6/100 (15%)

Unity Bancorp, Inc. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Earnings YieldStrong

Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.

Price to Free Cash FlowStrong

How many years of FCF the market cap represents.

PEG RatioStrong

P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorStrong

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

Moat

22/100 (25%)

Unity Bancorp, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for UNTY.

Score Composition

Quality
94.2×25%23.6
Growth
41.8×20%8.4
Risk
28.2×15%4.2
Valuation
93.6×15%14.0
Moat
22.0×25%5.5
Total
55.7Good

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How is the UNTY UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Unity Bancorp, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Unity Bancorp, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Unity Bancorp, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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