Stifel Fin Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) has appointed Brad Edgar as Managing Director and Lead Healthcare Equity Trader in their New York office. Edgar, who joins from Seven Grand Managers where he was Partner, brings over 20 years of healthcare equity trading experience from positions at BMO, Evercore, and UBS. The appointment strengthens Stifel's healthcare vertical, where the company maintains a significant presence with specialist sales force, investment banking, and equity research capabilities. Stifel currently ranks among the largest traders of public healthcare companies, making markets in more than 700 healthcare stocks.

B. Riley Financial (NASDAQ: RILY) has announced an agreement to sell part of its traditional (W-2) Wealth Management business to Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) for an estimated $27-35 million in cash. The deal involves the transition of 40-50 advisors managing approximately $3.5-4.5 billion in assets to Stifel in early 2025. The transaction excludes B. Riley's 190 independent advisors and 90 tax professionals. The company cites disruption to its Wealth Management business due to competitors capitalizing on concerns about its principal investments business as a key factor in this strategic decision.

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) has announced its Board of Directors' declaration of quarterly dividends. The common stock dividend is set at $0.42 per share, payable December 16, 2024, to shareholders of record as of December 2, 2024. Additionally, quarterly cash dividends were declared for three preferred stock series: Series B (6.25%) at $0.390625 per depositary share, Series C (6.125%) at $0.3828125 per depositary share, and Series D (4.50%) at $0.281250 per depositary share. These preferred stock dividends cover the period from September 17, 2024, to December 16, 2024, with the same record and payment dates as the common stock dividend.

Stifel Financial reported strong Q3 2024 results with net revenues of $1.2 billion, up 17% from Q3 2023. Net income available to common shareholders reached $149.2 million, or $1.34 per diluted share, compared to $58.8 million ($0.52/share) in Q3 2023. Investment banking revenues surged 66%, while asset management revenues hit record levels, up 15%. The company's client assets grew 20% to $496.3 billion. Global Wealth Management achieved record revenues of $827.1 million, and the Institutional Group reported net revenues of $372.4 million with pre-tax income of $41.8 million.

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) has announced the schedule for its third quarter 2024 financial results release and conference call. The company will release its Q3 2024 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Following the release, Stifel will host a conference call at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time on the same day to review the results. This call may include forward-looking statements, which could provide insights into the company's performance and future outlook.

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) has released its operating results for August 31, 2024. The report shows total client assets increased by 15% and fee-based assets grew by 20% compared to the same period last year. This growth is attributed to successful recruiting efforts and market appreciation. Client money market and insured product balances saw a 1% month-on-month increase, driven by growth in Smart Rate and Sweep balances.

CEO Ronald J. Kruszewski stated that the company anticipates stronger investment banking revenue in the second half of the year compared to the first half, as activity levels increase. However, he noted that both the timing of deal closings and market volatility continue to impact revenue. The report also indicates that bank loans remained relatively stable compared to the previous year and month.

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) reported record levels of client assets under administration and fee-based client assets for July 31, 2024, reaching $481 billion and $183 billion respectively, a 2% increase from the previous month. The growth was attributed to market appreciation and solid recruiting. Client money market and insured products grew by approximately $100 million in July, with higher Smart Rate balances offsetting a decline in Sweep balances. Bank loans increased by 2%, driven by growth in Fund Banking, C&I, and Residential Mortgage activity. The company's total client assets saw a 13% year-over-year increase, while fee-based client assets grew by 16% compared to the previous year.

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) has announced quarterly cash dividends for its common and preferred stocks. The common stock dividend is $0.42 per share, payable on September 17, 2024, to shareholders of record as of September 3, 2024. For preferred stocks, the dividends are:

- Series B: $0.390625 per depositary share ($390.625 per share)
- Series C: $0.3828125 per depositary share ($382.8125 per share)
- Series D: $0.281250 per depositary share ($281.250 per share)

These preferred stock dividends cover the period from June 17, 2024, to September 17, 2024, and are also payable on September 17, 2024, to shareholders of record on September 3, 2024.

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) reported strong Q2 2024 results, with net revenues of $1.2 billion, up from $1.1 billion a year ago. Net income available to common shareholders rose to $156.0 million ($1.41 per diluted share), compared to $125.0 million ($1.10 per diluted share) in Q2 2023. Non-GAAP net income was $176.6 million ($1.60 per diluted share).

Highlights include:

• Record asset management revenues, up 19% year-over-year
• Advisory revenues increased 50% year-over-year
• Capital raising revenues up 29% year-over-year
• Record client assets of $474.1 billion, up 14% year-over-year
• Non-GAAP pre-tax margin of 20.6%
• Annualized return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) of 22%

The company's strong performance was attributed to improved market conditions and the benefits of balanced businesses across segments.