PEBO
+0.67%(+0.23)
Open
34.54
Prev Close
34.40
Day High
34.89
Day Low
34.18
Volume
215,299
Avg Volume
285,442
52W High
35.46
52W Low
27.49
Signal
Leaning Bullish1
Price
1
Move+0.67%Quiet session
Volume
1
Volume0.8× avgNormal activity
Technical
1
RSIRSI 55Momentum positive
PRICE
Prev Close
34.40
Open
34.54
Day Range34.18 – 34.89
34.18
34.89
52W Range27.49 – 35.46
27.49
35.46
90% of range
VOLUME & SIZE
Avg Volume
285.4K
FUNDAMENTALS
P/E Ratio
11.1x
Value territory
EPS (TTM)
Div Yield
0.05%
Beta
0.54
Low vol
Performance
1D
+0.67%
5D
+1.02%
1M
+3.50%
3M
+6.26%
6M
+21.08%
YTD
+15.32%
1Y
+16.05%
Best: 6M (+21.08%)
Quick Read
TrendInsufficient MA data
Momentum
NEUTRAL
mixed signals
Valuation
CHEAP
P/E 11x vs ~20x sector
Health
WEAK
Insufficient data
Neutral
Alpha SignalsFull Analysis →
What Moves This Stock

Net interest margin expansion or compression - driven by Fed policy, deposit pricing competition, and asset repricing dynamics

Loan growth rates in commercial real estate and C&I portfolios - particularly in Ohio and West Virginia markets

Credit quality metrics - non-performing asset ratios, provision expense, and charge-offs in commercial loan book

Deposit franchise stability - cost of deposits, deposit mix (non-interest bearing vs. interest bearing), and market share trends

Macro Sensitivity
Economic Cycle

moderate-to-high - Regional banks are cyclically sensitive through multiple channels. Commercial loan demand correlates with business investment and regional economic activity in Ohio/West Virginia/Kentucky markets (manufacturing, energy, healthcare sectors). Credit quality deteriorates during recessions as commercial borrowers face cash flow stress. Fee income from wealth management is tied to asset values and transaction volumes. However, core deposit franchises provide stability, and diversification across retail and commercial segments moderates volatility versus pure commercial banks.

Interest Rates

High sensitivity to interest rate levels and yield curve shape. Rising short-term rates (Fed funds) initially expand net interest margin as loan yields reprice faster than deposit costs, though deposit competition eventually compresses margins. The current flat/inverted yield curve (10Y-2Y spread) pressures profitability by reducing the spread between short-term funding costs and long-term lending rates. A steepening curve would be highly beneficial. Asset sensitivity means rising rates are generally positive for near-term earnings, but prolonged high rates can reduce loan demand and increase credit risk.

Key Risks

Branch network obsolescence - digital banking adoption reduces need for physical branches, creating stranded costs in 130+ location network while fintech competitors operate asset-light models

Deposit disintermediation risk - money market funds, Treasury bills, and high-yield savings accounts from online banks compete aggressively for deposits, particularly when rates are elevated, pressuring funding costs

Geographic concentration in slow-growth Appalachian markets - Ohio/West Virginia/Kentucky economies lag national growth, limiting organic loan demand and creating asymmetric credit risk during downturns

Investor Profile

value - Trading at 1.0x tangible book value with 9.1% ROE suggests value orientation. The stock appeals to investors seeking regional bank exposure with potential for multiple expansion if profitability improves, plus modest dividend yield (estimated 3-4% based on typical regional bank payouts). Recent 19.4% three-month return suggests momentum interest, likely driven by rate cut expectations benefiting NIM or M&A speculation. Not a growth stock given 0.4% revenue growth and mature market footprint.

Watch on Earnings
Federal Funds Rate and Fed policy trajectory - directly impacts net interest margin and loan demand10Y-2Y Treasury yield curve spread - steepening improves profitability, inversion pressures marginsRegional unemployment rates in Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky - leading indicator of credit quality deteriorationCommercial real estate vacancy rates and cap rates in Midwest markets - signals stress in CRE loan portfolio
Technicals
Technical SetupBULLISH
Technicals →

Trend

UptrendGolden Cross · 50D leads 200D by 2.0%

+13.6% vs SMA 50 · +15.9% vs SMA 200

Momentum

RSI55.2
Positive momentum, not extended
MACD+0.68
Above zero — bullish momentum · expanding
Market Position
Price Levels
52W High
$35.46+2.4%
Current
$34.63
EMA 50
$30.80-11.1%
EMA 200
$29.92-13.6%
52W Low
$27.49-20.6%
52-Week RangeNear 52-week high
$27.4990th %ile$35.46
Squeeze SetupVolume-based
Distribution Pressure

Heavy distribution on elevated volume — institutions appear to be exiting. Squeeze setups unlikely while selling pressure persists.

20-Day Money Flow
Acc days:6
Dist days:4
Edge:+2 acc
Volume Context
Avg Vol (50D)159K
Recent Vol (5D)
237K+49%

Based on volume distribution analysis. Direct short interest data (short float %, days to cover) is not available in current data sources.

Earnings & Analysts
Financials
News & Activity

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About

Peoples is a diversified financial services holding company and makes available a complete line of banking, trust and investment, insurance and premium financing solutions through its subsidiaries. Headquartered in Marietta, Ohio, since 1902, Peoples has established a heritage of financial stability, growth and community impact. Peoples had $4.8 billion in total assets as of December 31, 2020, and 88 locations, including 76 full-service bank branches in Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia.

Industry
Commercial Banking
PeersFinancial Services(7 companies)
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SymbolPriceDay %Mkt CapP/ERev GrwMarginELO
PEBO
$34.63+0.67%$1.2B10.9+40.3%1726.7%1500
$312.47-0.24%$842.7B14.8+330.7%2039.3%1502
$328.03-0.55%$628.8B28.2+1134.0%5014.5%1498
$495.46-1.48%$438.6B28.4+1641.6%4564.7%1488
$53.24-0.41%$382.1B12.2-45.1%1592.6%1501
$190.18-0.22%$302.0B16.4+1147.7%1466.4%1516
$923.71-0.01%$274.1B15.5-138.4%1373.0%1515
Sector avg-0.32%18.1+587.3%2539.6%1503