Southern First Bancshares (SFST) Trading Overview
- Price movement: On Wednesday, 21 Nov 2026, SFST closed up 3.04 % at USD 60.49.
- Volume and liquidity: 9.5 million shares are currently in circulation. The market capitalisation stands at USD 560.1 million. In the last 24 hours, trading volume reached approximately USD 7.5 million.
- Price trend: Since the end of the previous month, SFST has declined 0.49 %. The 200‑day simple moving average is USD 58.54.
- 52‑week range: The highest price recorded in the past year was USD 65.09 on 13 Aug 2026; the lowest was USD 40.91 on 3 Nov 2025.
Latest Quarterly Results
Southern First Bancshares released its third‑quarter 2026 financial statements. Key highlights include:
- Revenue and profitability: Net interest income grew due to increased loan volumes and margin expansion. Earnings per share rose both quarter‑on‑quarter and year‑on‑year. Return on average assets improved.
- Asset quality: Non‑performing assets remained below 0.30 % of total assets.
- Deposits and loans: Retail deposits increased, raising the loan‑to‑deposit ratio.
- Capital strength: Tangible common equity and Common Equity Tier 1 ratios exceeded regulatory thresholds. The allowance for credit losses stayed at about 1 % of loans.
- Expense management: The company emphasized disciplined cost control and organic growth as drivers of profitability.
Peer Performance in the Last 24 Hours
| Company | Ticker | % Change | Current Price (USD) | Market Cap (USD mn) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Bankshares | CARE | +1.45 % | 30.27 | 659.4 |
| Midland States | MSBI | +2.39 % | 32.33 | 659.9 |
| Design Therapeutics | DSGN | +4.32 % | 11.14 | 665.9 |
| Sabre | SABR | –4.27 % | 1.54 | 661.9 |
| Bitgo | BTGO | +2.32 % | 5.84 | 659.4 |
Additional Notes on Peer Companies
- Carter Bankshares (CARE): The bank maintains a price‑to‑earnings ratio of 5.16. CARE Ratings has reaffirmed the credit standing of various debt instruments issued by a major Indian automobile manufacturer, keeping long‑term facilities at AAA and short‑term facilities at A1+.
- Midland States (MSBI): An SEC EFFECT submission confirmed the effectiveness of the company’s S‑3 registration statement as of 19 Oct 2026. No additional material disclosures were made.
- Bitgo (BTGO): A breach‑of‑contract lawsuit was filed by DWF and its sister company. The claim concerns the premature sale of two tokens that were to remain unsold, potentially impacting token value. Bitgo has not commented on the proceedings.
Company Profile
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. is a U.S.‑based financial institution headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina. The company offers a comprehensive suite of banking services, including checking and savings accounts, personal and business loans, payment transfers, online banking, cash management, and mortgages.