Columbia Financial CEO Thomas Kemly Buys Shares

Thomas Kemly, President and CEO of Columbia Financial, Inc. (NasdaqGS: CLBK), purchased 89 shares of the company on June 26, 2026, at an average price of $20.86 per share. This transaction was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan and amounted to a total value of $1,856.54.

Insider Buying and Selling at Columbia Financial, Inc.

Several insiders at Columbia Financial made purchases recently. On June 26, 2026, alongside CEO Thomas Kemly, Noel Holland bought 14 shares, and Daria Stacy-Walls Torres acquired 479 shares, both at $20.86 per share. Additionally, John Klimowich, SEVP & Chief Risk Officer, bought two tranches of 33 shares each, on June 12 and June 26, 2026, at prices of $20.70 and $20.86, respectively.

Other Institutional Activity in Columbia Financial

Institutional investors have shown varied interest in Columbia Financial. BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings by 64,640 shares, bringing its total to 2,309,717 shares valued at approximately $40.44 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its position by 51,677 shares, now holding 2,040,794 shares worth $35.73 million. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC both opened new positions, holding 1,201,220 and 1,091,647 shares valued at $21.03 million and $19.11 million, respectively. State Street Corp trimmed its stake by 8,070 shares, maintaining 918,325 shares valued at $16.08 million.

Columbia Financial, Inc. Stock Up 83.6%

Shares of Columbia Financial traded near $21.03 on Tuesday. The company boasts a market capitalization of approximately $2.17 billion and a P/E ratio of 37.93. The stock has a 52-week low of $13.66 and a high of $21.20, with a 50-day moving average of $19.64 and a 200-day moving average of $17.17. Columbia Financial's beta is 0.256, indicating lower volatility compared to the broader market.

Recent Earnings

In its last earnings report, Columbia Financial posted revenue of $259.2 million, reflecting a growth rate of 18.5%. The company achieved a net margin of 21.59% and a return on equity of 4.92%. The next earnings announcement is scheduled for July 20, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analyst activity around Columbia Financial has been steady, with Piper Sandler maintaining a 'hold' rating and setting a price target of $17.00 on November 24, 2025. Janney Montgomery initiated coverage with a 'buy' rating and an $18.00 target on October 11, 2023. The consensus target price stands at $19.00, based on two analyst opinions.

About Columbia Financial

Columbia Financial, Inc. is a bank holding company based in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. It operates as the parent company of Columbia Bank, offering a range of financial services including commercial and residential loans, consumer loans, and deposit products. The company also provides title insurance, wealth management, and cash management services. Founded in 1926, Columbia Financial serves the New Jersey area through its full-service banking offices and is led by CEO Thomas J. Kemly.

Bottom Line

Insider buying activity at Columbia Financial, including CEO Thomas Kemly's recent purchase, is drawing attention. Investors often track such moves as potential indicators of confidence in the company's prospects. With a solid market position and recent institutional interest, Columbia Financial remains a stock to watch. Remember, insider transactions and 13F filings are backward-looking and may not reflect the current market conditions.