STC Director Deborah Jane Matz Buys $44K of Stock

On October 23, 2026, Deborah Jane Matz, a director at Stewart Information Services Corporation (STC), bought 1,000 shares for a total of $43,910. The trade was reported through a Form 4 filing with the SEC. Matz's purchase price was $43.91 per share, which was slightly below the stock's closing price of $44.07 on the same day.

STC Stewart Information Services Corporation

$42.96 ▼ -37.10% year to date

1M 3M YTD

Daily close · Oct 26, 2026

Inside Deborah Jane Matz's Trade

Deborah Jane Matz added 1,000 shares to her holdings, bringing her total to 1,000 shares. The transaction was not part of a planned sale, which often indicates a more spontaneous decision to buy. This move comes as the stock trades below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, suggesting a challenging market environment for the stock recently.

Other Institutional Activity in STC

Neuberger Berman Group, LLC trimmed its stake by 20,296 shares, ending with 2,548,868 shares valued at approximately $110.8 million. Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC reduced its holdings by 242,667 shares, resulting in a total of 1,247,000 shares worth about $54.2 million. In contrast, Capital International Investors grew its position by 63,608 shares, now holding 922,015 shares valued at around $40.1 million. Davenport & Co LLC significantly increased its stake by 316,649 shares, totaling 733,512 shares worth about $31.9 million.

Stewart Information Services Corporation Stock Holds Steady

Stewart Information Services' stock recently traded around $42.96, which is about 2.5% below its closing price of $44.07 on October 23, 2026. The shares are currently about 45.4% below their 52-week high of $78.61. The stock has a P/E ratio of 10.87, indicating a relatively low valuation compared to earnings.

Recent Earnings

For the trailing twelve months, Stewart Information Services reported revenue of approximately $3.38 billion and an EPS of $4.00. The company has shown a revenue growth of 13.0% year-over-year. Its next earnings report is expected on February 3, 2027.

Dividend

Stewart Information Services pays an annual dividend of $2.20 per share, which translates to a yield of 5.12%. The company maintains a dividend payout ratio of 46.0%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Stewart Information Services Corporation

On the same day as Matz's purchase, several other insiders also bought shares. C Allen Bradley Jr. purchased 2,000 shares at $47.30 each, totaling $94,600. William S. Corey Jr. bought 2,000 shares at $46.82 for $93,640, while Thomas G. Apel acquired 2,000 shares at $47.73 for $95,470. These transactions indicate a strong level of insider confidence in the company.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On October 26, 2026, StoneX maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a price target of $75.00. Stephens & Co. also maintained an Overweight rating with a target of $70.00. The consensus among analysts suggests a positive outlook for the stock, with a mean price target of $69.75 based on four analysts' opinions.

About Stewart Information Services Corporation

Stewart Information Services Corporation provides title insurance and real estate transaction services both in the U.S. and internationally. The company focuses on ensuring the condition of property titles and offers various insurance services. This insider purchase reflects confidence in the company's ongoing operations amidst a fluctuating market.

Bottom Line

Deborah Jane Matz's recent purchase adds to a series of insider buys at Stewart Information Services, signaling potential confidence in the company's future. Investors should watch for the next earnings report on February 3, 2027, for further insights into the company's performance.