Timothy Kirtley Buys Shares of Peoples Financial Services Corp.
Peoples Financial's EVP/Chief Risk Officer purchased 662 shares.
Key Points
- Timothy Kirtley, EVP/Chief Risk Officer, acquired 662 shares of Peoples Financial Services Corp. on June 26, 2026.
- Shares of NasdaqGS:PFIS traded at $66.37 on Wednesday, with a market cap of approximately $664.4 million and a P/E ratio of 11.33.
- BlackRock and Dimensional Fund Advisors adjusted their positions in Peoples Financial, with BlackRock reducing by 15,847 shares and Dimensional adding 17,655 shares.
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Timothy Kirtley, the Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer of Peoples Financial Services Corp. (NasdaqGS: PFIS), recently bought 662 shares of the company. This transaction took place on June 26, 2026, and was not part of a pre-planned trading program.
Insider Buying and Selling at Peoples Financial Services Corp.
On June 26, 2026, multiple executives at Peoples Financial Services Corp. made stock purchases. Among them were Neal Koplin, Sr. EVP/Chief Banking Officer, who acquired 773 shares, and John Anderson III, EVP/Chief Operating Officer, who bought 673 shares. Other executives, including James Bone Jr., EVP/Chief Financial Officer, and Amy Vieney, EVP/Chief Human Resources Officer, also participated, purchasing 793 and 610 shares respectively.
Other Institutional Activity in Peoples Financial Services Corp.
Several institutional investors have recently adjusted their holdings in Peoples Financial Services Corp. BlackRock, Inc. reduced its position by 15,847 shares, now holding 634,696 shares valued at approximately $33.8 million. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 392,034 shares worth around $20.9 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its stake by 17,655 shares, bringing its total to 316,621 shares valued at about $16.9 million. Meanwhile, Geode Capital Management, LLC added 5,362 shares, now holding 235,370 shares valued at $12.6 million.
Peoples Financial Services Corp. Stock Down 3.8%
Shares of Peoples Financial Services Corp. traded at around $66.37 on Wednesday. The company has a market capitalization of about $664.4 million and a P/E ratio of 11.33. Its 52-week range spans from $43.64 to $67.75. The stock's 50-day moving average is $59.71, and its 200-day moving average is $53.16.
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Recent Earnings
Peoples Financial Services Corp. reported revenue of $190.4 million, reflecting a growth rate of 6.1%. The company achieved a net margin of 30.95% and a return on equity of 11.7%. Earnings per share stood at $5.86. The next earnings report is scheduled for July 30, 2026.
Dividend
Peoples Financial Services Corp. offers an annual dividend rate of $2.49, yielding 3.74%. The dividend payout ratio is 42.28%.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On February 11, 2026, Stephens & Co. maintained its hold rating on Peoples Financial Services Corp. with a price target of $56. The consensus among analysts suggests a mean target price of $62, based on two opinions.
About Peoples Financial Services Corp.
Peoples Financial Services Corp. is a financial services company headquartered in Moosic, Pennsylvania. It operates as the bank holding company for Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company, providing a range of commercial and retail banking services across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Led by CEO James M. Bone Jr., CPA, the company employs 547 people and offers various banking products, loans, and wealth management services.
Bottom Line
Timothy Kirtley's recent purchase of shares in Peoples Financial Services Corp. is part of a broader pattern of insider buying at the company. Investors often track such insider activity for potential insights into the company's prospects. However, it's important to remember that these transactions are backward-looking and may not reflect current positions.
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