Despite recent returns falling short of the 37% annual gain over five years, the company's consistent growth track record keeps it in high regard among market participants.

Bancorp's consistent EPS growth and significant insider investment make it an attractive prospect for investors. The company's fast EPS growth could indicate a business inflection point, presenting a potential opportunity.

Analysts argue the share price change mirrored the EPS growth despite eroding the company's three-year return. Continued share price momentum might indicate potential investment opportunities.

One of the main ways banks make money is by charging customers higher interest rates on credit than they pay customers on deposits. While some banks generate extra income from fees and others have highly profitable investment banking divisions, most banks generate earnings from interest rates.
Banks face challenging times when interest rates are low because that tends to compress interest rate spreads, or...