Eileen Kamerick Buys Shares in Associated Banc-Corp

Eileen Kamerick, an insider at Associated Banc-Corp, recently purchased 393 shares of the company. This transaction, dated June 15, 2026, was made at an average price of $29.22 per share, amounting to a total value of $11,483.46. This insider buying activity was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Other Institutional Activity in Associated Banc-Corp

Several institutional investors have also been active in Associated Banc-Corp. BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 1,214,530 shares, bringing its total to 22,420,184 shares valued at approximately $579.79 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC added 10,881,788 shares, reaching a total of 10,881,788 shares worth about $281.40 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP grew its position by 170,080 shares, ending with 9,811,228 shares valued at $253.71 million. State Street Corp added 250,096 shares, now holding 8,961,442 shares valued at $231.74 million. First Trust Advisors LP significantly increased its stake by 3,347,699 shares, totaling 5,971,227 shares valued at $154.42 million.

Associated Banc-Corp Stock Down 5.1%

Shares of Associated Banc-Corp, trading under the ticker ASB on the NYSE, were recently priced at $29.34. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $5.54 billion and a P/E ratio of 10.19. Its forward P/E is 9.07, and it carries a beta of 0.788, indicating lower volatility compared to the market. The stock's 52-week range has been between $22.48 and $29.96, with a 50-day moving average of $27.95 and a 200-day moving average of $26.59.

Recent Earnings

In its latest earnings report, Associated Banc-Corp reported revenue of $1.47 billion, reflecting a growth of 12.2%. The company achieved a net margin of 33.43% and a return on equity of 10.18%. Earnings per share stood at $2.88. The next earnings announcement is scheduled for July 23, 2026.

Dividend

Associated Banc-Corp offers an annual dividend rate of $0.95, yielding 3.24% based on the current stock price. The dividend payout ratio is 32.64%, indicating that a portion of earnings is returned to shareholders.

Insider Buying and Selling at Associated Banc-Corp

Several insiders at Associated Banc-Corp have been active in buying shares. On June 15, 2026, Michael Haddad purchased 33 shares at $29.41 and 38 shares at $29.22. Executive Vice President John Utz bought 46 shares at $29.49. Kristen Ludgate acquired 38 shares at $29.22, and EVP and CFO Derek Meyer bought 127 shares at the same price. Cory Nettles also purchased 382 shares at $29.22.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Recent analyst activity includes Barclays upgrading the stock to a 'buy' with a price target of $33 on April 7, 2026. Other firms, including Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Piper Sandler, and Baird, maintained 'hold' ratings with targets of $31 and $30. The consensus among analysts is a 'hold' rating with a mean target price of $31, based on nine analyst opinions.

About Associated Banc-Corp

Associated Banc-Corp is a bank holding company headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It provides a range of banking services, including commercial and personal lending, deposit services, and financial management solutions. The company operates in several states, including Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota, and is led by CEO Andrew John Harmening. With approximately 3,934 employees, Associated Banc-Corp offers products like residential mortgages, home equity loans, and investment management services.

Bottom Line

Eileen Kamerick's recent purchase of Associated Banc-Corp shares reflects ongoing insider interest in the company. The stock is currently trading near its 52-week high, supported by strong earnings and a healthy dividend. Institutional investors and analysts are closely monitoring the stock, which has shown steady growth and financial stability. As always, the insider transactions are backward-looking and do not necessarily indicate future performance.