LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP
Lakeland Financial is an Indiana bank holding company headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Lake City Bank, it provides commercial and consumer banking, trust and wealth management, brokerage, and treasury management services to customers across Northern and Central Indiana. The Bank serves commercial and retail customers through deposit products, lending, credit card services, private banking, and wealth advisory and trust services. Lakeland Financial’s operations are considered one reportable operating segment. The Bank operates 55 offices in 15 Indiana counties, including in the Indianapolis market. It earns income principally through dividends from the Bank, while Lake City Bank conducts community banking activities and generates business through customer deposits, lending, and related financial services.
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Lakeland Financial expanded its share repurchase program to $90 million, up from $60 million. The program expires April 30, 2027, with $38 million remaining as of November 10, 2026. Repurchases can occur via open market, block trades, or private deals, but are not mandatory.
LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP (LKFN) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Other Events. Item 8.01. Other Events On November 10, 2026, the board of directors of Lakeland Financial Corporation ("Company") amended the Company's existing share repurchase program to increase the aggregate amount of the Company’s common stock that the Company is authorized to repurchase,
BARTELS ROBERT E JR purchased 1,918 shares of LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP (LKFN) at $61.09 ($0.12M total) on 2026-11-06.
Over the past 7 days, AlphAI's AI scored 2 news stories mentioning LKFN (LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP). Coverage has skewed bullish: 1 bullish, 1 neutral, and 0 bearish.
Recent LKFN coverage spans earnings, corporate actions and insider activity.
In the last 30 days, LKFN insiders filed 2 SEC Form 4 transactions — 1 purchase ($117K) and 1 sale ($1.4M). The most active reporter was BARTELS ROBERT E JR with 1 filing.
The expanded buyback authorization adds $30 M of potential share repurchases, which may support the stock price.
Potential upward pressure as the company may buy back shares, reducing float.
Small insider purchase may signal confidence but unlikely to move price materially.
Insider sale may signal lack of confidence, creating slight downward pressure.
Target raise signals upside potential.
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Lakeland Financial expanded its share repurchase program to $90 million, up from $60 million. The program expires April 30, 2027, with $38 million remaining as of November 10, 2026. Repurchases can occur via open market, block trades, or private deals, but are not mandatory.
LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP (LKFN) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Other Events. Item 8.01. Other Events On November 10, 2026, the board of directors of Lakeland Financial Corporation ("Company") amended the Company's existing share repurchase program to increase the aggregate amount of the Company’s common stock that the Company is authorized to repurchase,
BARTELS ROBERT E JR purchased 1,918 shares of LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP (LKFN) at $61.09 ($0.12M total) on 2026-11-06.
Truex Melinda Jo sold 22,500 indirectly-held shares of LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP (LKFN) at $60.87 ($1.37M total) on 2026-10-29.
Stephens raised its price target on Lakeland Financial (LKFN) to $67 from $66, citing solid Q3 2026 results, including core deposit growth and loan balance increases. The bank reported EPS of $1.14, beating estimates, with strong profitability and a 3.4% dividend yield. The stock trades at a premium multiple but appears undervalued relative to growth prospects, according to InvestingPro analysis.
Raymond James maintained a Market Perform rating on Lakeland Financial (LKFN) after its Q3 earnings beat estimates, driven by higher net interest income and lower loss provisions. The company reported EPS of $1.14, above estimates, with strong loan growth and credit trends. Despite a premium valuation, InvestingPro suggests LKFN is undervalued with a PEG ratio of 0.73. The stock showed no significant movement after Q2 results, which included an earnings beat but revenue miss.
Lake City Bank (LKFN) reported Q3 2026 results. Net interest income grew 8.3% YoY, beating estimates. Revenue missed by 0.8%, while EPS beat by 4.8%. Tangible book value per share missed estimates by 6.1%.
LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP (LKFN) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FROM LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORPORATION FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Lisa M. O’Neill Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (574) 267-9125 lisa.oneill@lakecitybank.com Lakeland Financial Reports Record Third Quarter Performance with Loan Growth of 8%;
Lakeland Financial (LKFN) and First Busey (BUSE) are compared for long-term dividend income. Lakeland offers a higher yield (3.61% vs. 3.53%) and a stronger dividend track record, while First Busey shows better growth and valuation metrics. Investors should consider their priorities when choosing between the two.
LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORP (LKFN) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Regulation FD Disclosure. Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure On October 13, 2026, Lakeland Financial Corporation's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on November 5, 2026 to the shareholders of record on October 25, 2026.
