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Peapack-Gladstone Financial(PGC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$43.66
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PGC

10/08/2026: PGC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Peapack-Gladstone Financial is a regional bank and wealth management firm focused on the high-net-worth market in New Jersey. The company's primary strength lies in its specialized private banking model, which combines personalized client services with recurring fee income from wealth management. Its main growth opportunity involves expanding its wealth management footprint and improving digital efficiencies. However, the firm faces risks related to geographic concentration, interest rate sensitivity, and competition from both larger banks and agile fintech competitors. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to a regional financial institution with a stable, fee-based revenue component, provided they monitor the company's interest rate sensitivity and regional economic health.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is largely organic and tied to regional economic trends rather than aggressive expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on positive trends in regional banking sentiment and interest rate stability.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations reflective of regional bank earnings and book value.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend payments make it a potential candidate for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile generally stable, the banking sector carries inherent interest rate and credit cycle risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highBank stocks are sensitive to macroeconomic shifts and interest rate policy changes.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock price is tied to earnings cycles common to the regional banking industry.
Competition risk (regional banking)HighIntense competition for deposits and loans from larger players limits pricing power.
Business qualityMediumThe niche private banking model provides stability but lacks the scale of national competitors.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are subject to board approval and profitability in a fluctuating rate environment.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful implementation of wealth management and banking strategies requires precise operational execution.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 31.57%
Avg. Invested days 60
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
PGC receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
PGC has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+13.2%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.5%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+9.5%), soft profitability (net margin 8.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PGC's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (6.5% of revenue). Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is PGC's strongest growth driver at +13.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-54.6%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 79.1% and approximately 86.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 11.24% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.01%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.84%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.98%
Wellington Management Company LLP 3.81%
Philadelphia Trust Co 3.48%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PGC generates approximately $581 of gross profit, $119 of operating income, and $65 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and soft cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 28.64%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
PGC has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 769.57M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 15.39
1Y Target Price 56
Price to earnings Ratio 15.39
1Y Target Price 56
Volume (30-day avg) 127.7K shares
Beta 0.72
52 Weeks Range 24.57 - 49.09
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 24.57 - 49.09
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.45%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.82

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Private BankingInterest income from commercial and consumer loans and fees from deposit services.The bank earns money primarily by lending out deposited funds and charging service fees.
Wealth ManagementAsset management fees, trust services, and financial advisory revenue.The bank generates steady non-interest income by managing money for high-net-worth clients.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 15.39
Forward PE 9.6
Enterprise Value 651.31M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.67
Enterprise Value 651.31M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.67
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.01
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 17.73M
Shares Floating 15.32M
Shares Outstanding 17.73M
Shares Floating 15.32M
Percent Insiders 11.24
Percent Institutions 79.11

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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