Amy Vieney Buys Shares of Peoples Financial Services Corp.
Amy Vieney, Executive VP, acquired 610 shares of Peoples Financial Services Corp. on June 26, 2026.
Key Points
- On June 26, 2026, Amy Vieney, EVP at Peoples Financial Services Corp., bought 610 shares of the company.
- Shares of PFIS traded near $66.37 on Wednesday, with a market cap of $664.4 million and a P/E ratio of 11.33.
- Major funds like Vanguard and Dimensional Fund Advisors adjusted their positions in Peoples Financial Services Corp.
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On June 26, 2026, Amy Vieney, the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Peoples Financial Services Corp. (NasdaqGS: PFIS), purchased 610 shares of the company. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading plan.
Insider Buying and Selling at Peoples Financial Services Corp.
In addition to Amy Vieney's purchase, several other executives at Peoples Financial Services Corp. also acquired shares on the same day. Neal Koplin, Sr. EVP/Chief Banking Officer, bought 773 shares; John Anderson III, EVP/Chief Operating Officer, acquired 673 shares; and James Bone Jr., EVP/Chief Financial Officer, purchased 793 shares. Timothy Kirtley, EVP/Chief Risk Officer, and Jeffrey Drobins, EVP/Chief Lending Officer, bought 662 and 715 shares, respectively. None of these transactions were planned in advance.
Other Institutional Activity in Peoples Financial Services Corp.
Several institutional investors made adjustments to their holdings in Peoples Financial Services Corp. BlackRock, Inc. reduced its stake by 15,847 shares, bringing its total to 634,696 shares valued at approximately $33.8 million. Vanguard Capital Management LLC initiated a new position with 392,034 shares worth around $20.9 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its holdings by 17,655 shares, ending with 316,621 shares valued at $16.9 million. Geode Capital Management, LLC also added 5,362 shares, bringing its total to 235,370 shares valued at about $12.6 million. Conversely, State Street Corp decreased its position by 7,702 shares, holding a total of 200,435 shares worth approximately $10.7 million.
Peoples Financial Services Corp. Stock Down 3.8%
Shares of Peoples Financial Services Corp. traded near $66.37 on Wednesday. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $664.4 million, with a P/E ratio of 11.33 and a forward P/E of 9.09. The stock's 52-week range has been between $43.64 and $67.75. Its 50-day moving average is $59.71, and the 200-day moving average is $53.16. Peoples Financial Services Corp. has a beta of 0.762, indicating lower volatility compared to the market.
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Recent Earnings
Peoples Financial Services Corp. reported revenue of $190.4 million, with a revenue growth rate of 6.1%. The company's net margin stands at 30.95%, and it has a return on equity of 11.7%. The next earnings report is expected on July 30, 2026.
Dividend
The company pays an annual dividend rate of $2.49, yielding 3.74% with a dividend payout ratio of 42.28%.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On February 11, 2026, Stephens & Co. maintained its "hold" rating for Peoples Financial Services Corp., setting a price target of $56. The consensus among analysts suggests a mean target price of $62, with two analysts providing opinions.
About Peoples Financial Services Corp.
Peoples Financial Services Corp., headquartered in Moosic, Pennsylvania, operates as the bank holding company for Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company. It provides a range of commercial and retail banking services across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. The company offers various deposit accounts, loans, and wealth management services. Founded in 1905, it is led by CEO James M. Bone Jr. and employs 547 people.
Bottom Line
Amy Vieney's recent purchase of shares in Peoples Financial Services Corp. highlights ongoing insider confidence in the company. Investors monitor such insider activity as potential indicators of a company's future performance. However, it's important to remember that these reports reflect past transactions and may not indicate current or future positions.
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