Julio Manso Buys Shares of Associated Banc-Corp

Julio Manso, EVP & CHRO, made a small purchase of Associated Banc-Corp shares.

Written by EarningsIQ · Published Jun 17, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT · Updated Jun 17, 2026, 4:01 PM EDT

Key Points

Julio Manso, EVP & CHRO of Associated Banc-Corp, bought 34 shares for $1,002.18 on June 15, 2026.
Associated Banc-Corp has a P/E ratio of 10.19 and a market cap of $5.54 billion, with shares trading at $29.34.
Analysts like Barclays and Stephens & Co. have recently upgraded the stock to a 'buy' rating with targets up to $33.

Julio Manso, the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Associated Banc-Corp, recently bought 34 shares of the company. This transaction took place on June 15, 2026, at an average price of $29.48 per share, totaling $1,002.18. This purchase was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan.

Associated Banc-Corp Stock Snapshot

Shares of NYSE:ASB traded near $29.34. Associated Banc-Corp has a market cap of $5.54 billion and a P/E ratio of 10.19. The stock has seen a 52-week low of $22.48 and a high of $29.96. It has a 50-day moving average of $27.95 and a 200-day moving average of $26.59.

Insider Buying and Selling at Associated Banc-Corp

Several insiders, including Steven Zandpour, EVP, and John Utz, Executive Vice President, also made purchases on June 15, 2026. Zandpour acquired 82 shares at $29.49 each, while Utz bought 46 shares at the same price. Other insiders like Michael Haddad and Kristen Ludgate bought smaller amounts, all at prices around $29.22 to $29.49.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On April 24, 2026, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods maintained a 'hold' rating on Associated Banc-Corp with a $31 price target. Piper Sandler and Baird also kept their 'hold' ratings with $30 targets. Barclays upgraded the stock to a 'buy' with a target of $33 on April 7, 2026.

About Associated Banc-Corp

Associated Banc-Corp is a regional bank holding company based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It offers a wide range of banking services, including commercial loans, real estate financing, and personal banking products across several states like Wisconsin, Illinois, and Texas. The company, led by CEO Andrew John Harmening, has been in operation since 1861 and employs around 3,934 people.

Bottom Line

Julio Manso's recent purchase of Associated Banc-Corp shares highlights ongoing insider interest in the company. With a solid market cap and recent analyst upgrades, investors are keeping an eye on the stock's performance. As always, remember that 13F filings and insider transactions provide a historical view and may not reflect current market positions.