Insider Buying at Columbia Financial: Torres Daria Stacy-Walls Acquires Shares
Insider Torres Daria Stacy-Walls purchased 479 shares of Columbia Financial, Inc. on June 26, 2026.
Key Points
- Torres Daria Stacy-Walls bought 479 shares of Columbia Financial, Inc. (CLBK) on June 26, 2026, for $9,991.94.
- Columbia Financial, Inc. has a market cap of about $2.17 billion and a P/E ratio of 37.9.
- Peers like Vanguard opened new positions while BlackRock trimmed its holdings in Columbia Financial.
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On June 26, 2026, insider Torres Daria Stacy-Walls purchased 479 shares of Columbia Financial, Inc. (NasdaqGS: CLBK) at an average price of $20.86 per share. This transaction was valued at approximately $9,991.94.
Insider Buying and Selling at Columbia Financial, Inc.
Several insiders at Columbia Financial made stock purchases on June 26, 2026. Torres Daria Stacy-Walls acquired 479 shares at $20.86 each. Additionally, President & CEO Thomas Kemly bought 89 shares, and SEVP & Chief Risk Officer John Klimowich purchased 33 shares on the same day. These transactions were not part of pre-planned trading programs.
Other Institutional Activity in Columbia Financial
Institutional investors have shown varied interest in Columbia Financial. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 1,201,220 shares valued at about $21.03 million. Similarly, Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC initiated a stake with 1,091,647 shares worth approximately $19.11 million. On the other hand, BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings by 64,640 shares, leaving it with 2,309,717 shares valued around $40.44 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its stake by 51,677 shares, bringing its total to 2,040,794 shares valued at approximately $35.73 million.
Columbia Financial, Inc. Stock Up 81.9%
Shares of Columbia Financial, Inc. (NasdaqGS: CLBK) traded near $21.03 on Tuesday. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $2.17 billion and a P/E ratio of 37.9. Its 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 has a beta of 0.256, indicating lower volatility compared to the broader market.
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Recent Earnings
Columbia Financial reported revenue of $259.2 million, with a revenue growth rate of 18.5%. The company achieved a net margin of 21.6% and a return on equity of 4.9%. The next earnings report is expected on July 20, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Analyst firm Piper Sandler has maintained a 'hold' rating on Columbia Financial, with the most recent price target set at $20.5. The consensus among two analysts suggests a mean target price of $19.00.
About Columbia Financial
Columbia Financial, Inc. is a bank holding company for Columbia Bank, providing a range of financial services to businesses and consumers. Headquartered in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, the company operates full-service banking offices across the state. Led by CEO Thomas J. Kemly, Columbia Financial offers commercial, residential, and consumer loans, as well as various deposit and wealth management services.
Bottom Line
Insider buying at Columbia Financial, Inc. by Torres Daria Stacy-Walls and other executives signals confidence in the company's prospects. Investors often track such insider activities for potential insights. However, as with all Form 13F filings, the data is historical and may not reflect current positions.
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