Stock Yards Bancorp (NASDAQ:SYBT) is the bank holding company for Stock Yards Bank & Trust, headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Established to serve the region’s livestock and agricultural markets, the company has grown into a diversified financial institution offering a full suite of commercial and consumer banking services. Through its primary subsidiary, Stock Yards Bank & Trust, the company maintains a network of branches and lending offices across Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio and Tennessee, catering to both local businesses and individual customers.
The company’s core business activities include commercial and industrial lending, treasury management, residential and commercial real estate financing, consumer deposit products and mortgage origination. In addition to traditional lending and deposit-taking, Stock Yards Bancorp provides cash management solutions, automated banking platforms and mobile banking services designed to streamline financial operations for small and mid-sized enterprises. Wealth management and trust services are offered through Stock Yards Trust & Wealth Management, which delivers personalized investment strategies, estate planning and fiduciary administration.
Founded in 1920 to support the burgeoning livestock industry along Louisville’s stockyards, the company has a long history of community banking and regional expansion. Over the decades, it has diversified its portfolio to include specialized lending for agriculture, real estate development and commercial projects, while maintaining a focus on relationship-based service. The bank’s steady growth has been underpinned by a conservative risk appetite and a commitment to reinvesting in the communities it serves, from urban centers to rural markets.
Leadership is helmed by President and Chief Executive Officer Dex Jackson, who oversees a senior management team responsible for the bank’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations. The board of directors comprises seasoned community bankers and industry professionals who guide corporate governance and oversee risk management policies. With a culture rooted in service and accountability, Stock Yards Bancorp continues to prioritize long-term client relationships, operational efficiency and sustainable growth.
