Brevan Howard Capital Management 13F: Adds $3.8M to ABCB Stake

Brevan Howard Expands Position in Ameris Bancorp

Brevan Howard Capital Management boosted its stake in Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) during the period, according to a Form 13F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor lifted its holdings by a 39.4% margin, picking up an additional 42412 shares. That brought its total ownership to 150000 shares, which carried a reported value of about $13.56 million as of the reporting date. Because 13F filings are backward-looking documents, they show positions as of the end of the quarter and might not reflect the fund's current holdings today.

Ameris Bancorp Stock Trades Near Upper Boundaries

Ameris Bancorp shares trade near $90.43, keeping the regional bank positioned closer to its 52-week high of $93.22 than its low of $68.80. The company carries a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.01 and a forward P/E of 11.81. Its 50-day moving average sits at $87.15, while its 200-day moving average rests lower at $83.20. Market participants continue to track these valuation levels as the bank heads toward its next quarterly financial update.

Insider Buying and Selling at Ameris Bancorp

Company insiders have been active in the open market recently. On June 22, 2026, insider William Stern purchased 272 shares at an average price of $87.48, totaling $23,794.56. On the same day, Rodney Bullard bought 214 shares at an average price of $87.48 for a total of $18,720.72. These purchases add to the broader picture of internal transactions at the regional bank alongside institutional portfolio adjustments.

Wall Street Analyst Views on ABCB

Analyst firms have updated their outlooks on Ameris Bancorp through the summer and fall. On July 1, 2026, Raymond James downgraded the stock to a market perform rating without listing a specific target. Later in the month, Piper Sandler lowered its target from $96.00 to $92.00 while maintaining a neutral rating on July 27, 2026. On that same day, DA Davidson maintained a buy rating with a $100.00 target. Truist Securities also revisited the stock several times, most recently maintaining a hold rating with an $84.00 target on October 9, 2026. Across six analyst opinions, the stock holds a consensus mean price target of $94.17.

Inside Ameris Bancorp Operations

Ameris Bancorp operates as the holding company for Ameris Bank, delivering commercial and retail banking services across multiple divisions, including retail mortgage, warehouse lending, and premium finance. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the bank serves customers through traditional branches and loan production offices. These diverse lending channels support its regional footprint across the Southeast.

What to Watch Next for Ameris Bancorp

Investors are looking ahead to Ameris Bancorp's next earnings report, scheduled for October 26, 2026, to get fresh data on revenue growth and profitability. Future institutional disclosures will show whether funds like Brevan Howard maintain or adjust their stakes as market conditions evolve.