John Schutte, an insider at Stock Yards Bancorp Inc (SYBT), purchased 8,656 shares of the company on December 17, 2025, at a price of $68.59 per share, resulting in a total transaction value of $594,000. Following this acquisition, Schutte holds a total of 8,656 shares in the bank.
This transaction occurs against a backdrop of Stock Yards Bancorp's operations in the banking sector, where it provides a range of commercial and personal banking services. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, the company employs 1,118 full-time staff and operates through two segments: Commercial Banking and WM&T. The Commercial Banking segment offers a comprehensive suite of loan and deposit products, while the WM&T segment focuses on investment management and financial planning services.
As of December 9, 2025, Stock Yards Bancorp has a market capitalization of $2.0 billion, a P/E ratio of 14.68, and an EPS of 4.58. The company also boasts a significant dividend yield of 190.1%. Looking ahead, analysts estimate an EPS of $1.19 for the upcoming earnings report on July 21, 2026, with projected revenue of $104.5 million.
Insider buying can often be perceived as a positive signal, indicating confidence in the company's future prospects. However, such transactions should be considered alongside broader market trends and additional data points, as they may stem from various personal or regulatory motivations. Investors are encouraged to analyze patterns of insider activity over time and across multiple executives to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the company's outlook.