Joseph Polniak Buys 1,000 Shares of Pathfinder Bancorp

Joseph Polniak, who serves as the First Vice President and General Counsel at Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc., recently purchased 1,000 shares of the company. The transaction, which took place on June 15, 2026, was executed at a price of $15.88 per share, totaling $15,880.

Insider Buying and Selling at Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc.

Joseph Polniak isn't the only insider showing interest in Pathfinder Bancorp stock. On June 2, 2026, James Dowd, the President and CEO, acquired 1,400 shares at $13.69 each. Additionally, on May 4, 2026, Dowd bought 2,816 shares at $11.35. In contrast, William O'Brien, Senior Vice President, and Melanie Littlejohn sold their shares on the same day.

Other Institutional Activity in Pathfinder Bancorp

Institutional investors have also been adjusting their positions in Pathfinder Bancorp. AllianceBernstein L.P. decreased its holdings by 367 shares, now holding 473,764 shares valued at about $6.68 million. Meanwhile, Minerva Advisors LLC maintained its position with 262,204 shares worth approximately $3.35 million. Vanguard Capital Management LLC added significantly to its position, now holding 116,627 shares valued at $1.49 million. However, Geode Capital Management, LLC reduced its stake by 3,008 shares, leaving it with 22,936 shares worth $292,747.

Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc. Stock Down 3.1%

Shares of NasdaqCM:PBHC are trading around $15.61. Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc. has a market capitalization of approximately $97.9 million. The stock has a 52-week low of $12.06 and a high of $16.88. Its 50-day moving average is $13.83, while the 200-day moving average is $14.17. The company's beta is 0.159, indicating lower volatility compared to the market.

Recent Earnings

Pathfinder Bancorp reported revenue of $29.97 million, although it experienced a revenue decline of 4.2%. The company posted a negative net margin of 8.32% and a return on equity of -2.01%. The next earnings report is anticipated on July 28, 2025.

Dividend

Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc. offers an annual dividend rate of $0.40 per share, yielding 2.56%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 33.3%, reflecting the portion of earnings distributed to shareholders.

About Pathfinder Bancorp

Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company for Pathfinder Bank, providing a variety of banking services in the United States. The bank offers deposit products such as checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit, and various loan options including commercial, residential, and consumer loans. Headquartered in Oswego, New York, the company serves individuals, families, businesses, and municipalities. Pathfinder was founded in 1859 and is led by CEO James A. Dowd.

Bottom Line

Joseph Polniak's purchase of Pathfinder Bancorp shares reflects ongoing interest from insiders in the company's stock. Investors often watch insider transactions for potential insights into a company's prospects. However, it's important to remember that such transactions are backward-looking and may not represent current conditions.