Community Bank
CBU

$57.98

1.48%

Market Cap: $3.05B

About: Community Financial System Inc is a diversified financial services company that is focused on four main business lines - banking, benefits administration, insurance services and wealth management. The Company also offers comprehensive financial planning, trust administration and wealth management services through its Community Bank Wealth Management operating unit. Key revenue is generated from banking business.

Employees: 2,849

Financials National Commercial Banks

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Funds holding %

of 6,686 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q2 SEC filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

291% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $887K | Put options by funds: $227K

44% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 36 | Existing positions closed: 25

5% more funds holding

Funds holding: 233 [Q1] → 244 (+11) [Q2]

9% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 83 | Existing positions reduced: 76

3.28% less ownership

Funds ownership: 74.76% [Q1] → 71.49% (-3.28%) [Q2]

7% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $1.92B [Q1] → $1.78B (-$134M) [Q2]

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for CBU.

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 4 articles about CBU published over the past 30 days

12 Upcoming Dividend Increases

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12 Upcoming Dividend Increases

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10 Dividend Aristocrat Bargains Too Good To Miss

Community Financial System, Inc. To Host Investor Day on September 6, 2024

SYRACUSE, N.Y., Aug. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Community Financial System, Inc. (the “Company") (NYSE: CBU) will host its Investor Day on Friday, September 6, 2024, starting at 9:00 AM ET at Siebert Hall, New York Stock Exchange.

Community Financial System, Inc. To Host Investor Day on September 6, 2024

Community Financial System: A Solid Dividend Aristocrat, But Still Too Expensive

Community Financial System has a history of increasing dividends for 32 years, conservative management, and sustainable dividend yield, making it a reliable choice for investors. But it is still a bit expensive. Fear of recession prompts investors to seek passive income, with some regional banks offering high dividend yields. CBU stands out as a strong bank with low-cost deposits and a focus on consumer loans.

Community Financial System: A Solid Dividend Aristocrat, But Still Too Expensive

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Here's Why Community Financial (CBU) Stock is a Must Buy Now

Community Financial (CBU) is likely to benefit from its strategic acquisitions, decent loan demand, high rates and decent liquidity. These factors make the stock an attractive pick for investors.

Here's Why Community Financial (CBU) Stock is a Must Buy Now

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4 Stocks That Recently Hiked Dividends in Focus

Cintas Corporation (CTAS), Citigroup Inc. (C), Community Financial System, Inc. (CBU) and Bank First Corporation (BFC) recently hiked their dividends.

4 Stocks That Recently Hiked Dividends in Focus

Community Bank System, Inc. (CBU) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Community Bank System, Inc. (NYSE:CBU ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call July 23, 2024 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Dimitar Karaivanov - President and Chief Executive Officer Joseph Sutaris - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Matthew Breese - Stephens Inc Christopher O'Connell - KBW Steve Moss - B. Riley FBR Operator Good day and welcome to the Community Financial System Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call.

Community Bank System, Inc. (CBU) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

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Community Financial (CBU) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Community Financial (CBU) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Community Financial (CBU) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

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Community Financial System (CBU) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

Community Financial System (CBU) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.95 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.82 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.91 per share a year ago.

Community Financial System (CBU) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

Community Financial System, Inc. Announces Increase to Its Quarterly Dividend Resulting in Its 32nd Consecutive Year of Dividend Increases

SYRACUSE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Community Financial System, Inc. Announces Increase to Its Quarterly Dividend Resulting in Its 32nd Consecutive Year of Dividend Increases.

Community Financial System, Inc. Announces Increase to Its Quarterly Dividend Resulting in Its 32nd Consecutive Year of Dividend Increases

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