STC Director Thomas G Apel Buys $95K of Stock

On October 23, 2026, Director Thomas G Apel bought 2,000 shares of Stewart Information Services Corporation (STC) for a total of $95,470. This purchase raised his total stake to 46,182 shares, marking a 4.53% increase in his holdings. The information comes from a Form 4 filing with the SEC.

STC Stewart Information Services Corporation

$42.96 ▼ -37.10% year to date

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Daily close · Oct 26, 2026

What Changed in Thomas G Apel's Stewart Information Services Position

Apel's recent purchase adds 2,000 shares to his previous holdings, increasing his total to 46,182 shares. This move reflects his confidence in the company, especially as the stock trades at a significant discount from its past highs.

Other Institutional Activity in Stewart Information Services

Neuberger Berman Group, LLC reduced its stake by 20,296 shares, holding 2,548,868 shares worth about $109.5 million. Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC also trimmed its position, selling 242,667 shares for a total of $53.6 million, leaving it with 1,247,000 shares. In contrast, Capital International Investors grew its holdings by 63,608 shares, now owning 922,015 shares valued at $39.6 million. Davenport & Co LLC made a notable increase, adding 316,649 shares, bringing its total to 733,512 shares worth around $31.5 million.

Stewart Information Services Corporation Stock Down 12.8%

On October 23, 2026, Stewart Information Services closed at $44.07. As of October 26, the stock was still trading around that level, which is about equal to its event-day close. However, it is significantly below its 50-day moving average of $60.64 and its 200-day average of $65.31, indicating a challenging position in the market.

Recent Earnings

Stewart Information Services reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $3.38 billion, with a net profit margin of 3.6%. The company is set to announce its next earnings results on February 3, 2027.

Dividend

The company offers an annual dividend rate of $2.20 per share, which translates to a yield of 4.99% based on the recent trading prices.

Insider Buying and Selling at Stewart Information Services Corporation

Before Apel's recent purchase, Director Clifford Allen Bradley Jr. bought 1,000 shares on March 12, 2026, and another 1,000 shares on June 1, 2026, showing a consistent interest in the company. Chief Financial Officer David C Hisey sold 10,992 shares on April 24, 2026, indicating mixed sentiment among insiders.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On July 21, 2026, Benchmark initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a target price of $87. On July 27, 2026, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods downgraded its rating to Market Perform with a target of $71, while Citizens maintained a Market Outperform rating with a target of $75 on October 12, 2026. Recently, on October 26, 2026, analysts from StoneX and Stephens & Co. reaffirmed their Buy and Overweight ratings, respectively, with targets of $75 and $70.

About Stewart Information Services Corporation

Stewart Information Services Corporation provides title insurance and real estate transaction services in the U.S. and internationally. The company helps with searching, examining, and insuring titles to real property, as well as offering home and personal insurance services. This recent insider buying activity shows confidence in the company's future prospects.

Bottom Line

Investors should watch for Stewart Information Services' next earnings report on February 3, 2027, and any updates from insiders or analysts that might impact the stock's performance. Apel's purchase could signal a positive outlook for the company amid recent fluctuations in its stock price.