Nicole Kitowski Buys Shares of Associated Banc-Corp
Nicole Kitowski, EVP of Associated Banc-Corp, acquired 26 shares on June 15, 2026.
Key Points
- Nicole Kitowski, EVP at Associated Banc-Corp, purchased 26 shares at $29.49 each, totaling $766.74 on June 15, 2026.
- Associated Banc-Corp shares are trading near $29.34 with a market cap of $5.54 billion and a P/E ratio of 10.19.
- Analysts from Barclays and Stephens & Co. recently upgraded Associated Banc-Corp to a 'buy' rating, with price targets of $33 and $29, respectively.
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Nicole Kitowski, Executive Vice President at Associated Banc-Corp, bought 26 shares of the company on June 15, 2026. The shares were purchased at an average price of $29.49, amounting to a total transaction value of $766.74. This insider transaction wasn't part of a pre-planned trading program.
Other Institutional Activity in Associated Banc-Corp
BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings in Associated Banc-Corp by 1,214,530 shares, bringing its total to 22,420,184 shares valued at about $579.8 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC added 10,881,788 shares, reaching a total of 10,881,788 shares worth approximately $281.4 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP boosted its stake by 170,080 shares, holding 9,811,228 shares valued at $253.7 million. Meanwhile, State Street Corp grew its position by 250,096 shares, totaling 8,961,442 shares valued at $231.7 million.
Associated Banc-Corp Stock Down 5.1%
Shares of NYSE:ASB are trading around $29.34. Associated Banc-Corp has a market capitalization of $5.54 billion and a P/E ratio of 10.19. The stock's 52-week range is between $22.48 and $29.96, with a 50-day moving average of $27.95 and a 200-day moving average of $26.59.
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Recent Earnings
Associated Banc-Corp reported revenues of approximately $1.47 billion, with a growth rate of 12.2%. The company's net margin stands at 33.43%, and it has a return on equity of 10.18%. The next earnings report is expected on July 23, 2026.
Dividend
The company pays an annual dividend of $0.95 per share, yielding 3.24%. Its dividend payout ratio is 32.64%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Associated Banc-Corp
On June 15, 2026, several insiders, including Executive Vice President Steven Zandpour and CFO Derek Meyer, bought shares of Associated Banc-Corp. Zandpour purchased 82 shares at $29.49, while Meyer acquired 127 shares at $29.22.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On April 24, 2026, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods maintained a hold rating with a $31 price target. Piper Sandler and Baird also maintained hold ratings with $30 targets. Barclays upgraded the stock to a buy with a $33 target on April 7, 2026. The consensus target price is around $31, based on nine analyst opinions.
About Associated Banc-Corp
Associated Banc-Corp is a regional bank holding company headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It provides a variety of banking and nonbanking services to individuals and businesses across several states, including Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. The company offers commercial and residential lending, deposit services, cash management, and various financial advisory services. Led by CEO Andrew John Harmening, Associated Banc-Corp employs approximately 3,934 people.
Bottom Line
Nicole Kitowski's recent purchase adds to insider confidence in Associated Banc-Corp. The company, with a strong market presence and robust financials, continues to attract institutional interest. Investors should note that insider transactions and 13F filings are historical and may not reflect current positions.
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