Southern First Bancshares Inc
$ 52.12
-1.31%
29 Dec - close price
- Market Cap 426,820,000 USD
- Current Price $ 52.12
- High / Low $ 52.91 / 52.05
- Stock P/E 16.14
- Book Value 43.52
- EPS 3.23
- Next Earning Report 2026-01-27
- Dividend Per Share N/A
- Dividend Yield 0 %
- Next Dividend Date -
- ROA 0.01 %
- ROE 0.08 %
- 52 Week High 56.73
- 52 Week Low 29.14
About
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. is a prominent banking holding company based in Greenville, South Carolina, operating through Southern First Bank. The institution serves individuals and businesses across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, offering a comprehensive suite of banking services tailored to meet varied customer needs. Known for its commitment to personalized service and community engagement, Southern First Bancshares is well-positioned to capitalize on growth prospects in the dynamic regional banking sector, appealing to institutional investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with a focus on southeastern U.S. markets.
Analyst Target Price
$49.00
Quarterly Earnings
| Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2025-10-28 | 2025-07-22 | 2025-04-22 | 2025-01-28 | 2024-10-22 | 2024-07-18 | 2024-04-18 | 2024-01-18 | 2023-10-19 | 2023-07-25 | 2023-04-25 | 2023-01-24 |
| Reported EPS | 1.07 | 0.81 | 0.65 | 0.7 | 0.54 | 0.37 | 0.31 | 0.51 | 0.51 | 0.31 | 0.33 | 0.68 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.89 | 0.65 | 0.61 | 0.65 | 0.55 | 0.48 | 0.38 | 0.39 | 0.33 | 0.32 | 0.64 | 0.96 |
| Surprise | 0.18 | 0.16 | 0.04 | 0.05 | -0.01 | -0.11 | -0.07 | 0.12 | 0.18 | -0.01 | -0.31 | -0.28 |
| Surprise Percentage | 20.2247% | 24.6154% | 6.5574% | 7.6923% | -1.8182% | -22.9167% | -18.4211% | 30.7692% | 54.5455% | -3.125% | -48.4375% | -29.1667% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-01-27 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2025-12-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 1.11 |
| Currency | USD |
Previous Dividend Records
| Jan 1970 | Jan 1970 | Jan 1970 | Jan 1970 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Date | None | None | None | None |
| Amount | $0.9629989407 | $0.7059992234 | $0.839999076 | $1.9849978165 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | - |
| Dividend Yield | - |
| Next Dividend Date | - |
| Ex-Dividend Date | - |
Recent News: SFST
2025-12-18 18:09:23
R. Arthur Seaver Jr., CEO of Southern First Bancshares Inc. (SFST), filed a Form 4 disclosing changes in ownership. On December 15, 2025, Seaver Jr. exercised 10,000 shares at $35.65 and subsequently sold 10,000 shares at $55.14, totaling $551,419. After these transactions, his direct holdings stand at 107,654 shares.
2025-12-10 17:09:18
Southern First Bancshares Director David Ellison recently sold 1,000 shares of SFST stock for $53.28 per share, totaling $53,280. This transaction reduced his holding by 1.97% to 49,661 shares. The company's stock is trading near its one-year high, and Southern First Bancshares reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates.
2025-12-10 16:09:18
David G. Ellison, a director at Southern First Bancshares Inc (NASDAQ:SFST), sold 1,000 shares of common stock for a total of $53,285 on December 10, 2025. This transaction comes as SFST trades near its 52-week high, having increased 43.6% in the last six months. Ellison now directly owns 49,661 shares of the company.
2025-12-10 15:02:00
David G. Ellison, a director at Southern First Bancshares Inc (NASDAQ:SFST), sold 1,000 shares of common stock for $53,285 on December 10, 2025. This transaction occurred as SFST trades near its 52-week high, following a significant 43.6% price increase over the last six months. Ellison now directly owns 49,661 shares after the sale.
2025-12-10 10:09:18
Institutional shareholders collectively own 63% of Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:SFST), indicating their significant influence over the company's stock price. The top 8 shareholders account for over half of the share register, with hedge funds specifically holding 17%. Insiders own about US$26 million worth of shares, showing some alignment with the company's performance.
2025-12-10 10:04:00
Institutional shareholders collectively own 63% of Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:SFST), indicating their significant influence over the company's stock price and decisions. The top 8 shareholders account for more than half of the company, with FJ Capital Management, LLC being the largest at 9.9% ownership. Insiders also hold a notable US$26 million worth of shares, representing a good alignment of interests.
