Hingham Institution for Savings (HIFS) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Hingham Institution for Savings (NASDAQ:HIFS) is a Massachusetts-based mutual savings bank that provides a broad range of banking and financial services to individuals, families and businesses in the South Shore and greater Boston region. Headquartered in Hingham, the institution has operated continuously since its founding in 1834, making it one of the oldest savings banks in the United States. The company’s branch network extends across Plymouth and Norfolk counties, serving communities with deposit, lending and wealth management solutions tailored to local client needs.

The bank’s core business activities encompass retail deposit gathering, including checking and savings accounts, money market instruments and certificates of deposit. On the lending side, Hingham Institution for Savings offers residential mortgage financing, home equity lines of credit, consumer loans and commercial real estate lending. Its commercial banking services cater to small and medium-sized enterprises, providing working capital lines, equipment financing and treasury management solutions designed to support local business growth and development.

In addition to traditional banking, Hingham Institution for Savings operates a trust and wealth management division that delivers financial planning, investment advisory, fiduciary and estate administration services. Through a team of experienced trust officers and investment professionals, the institution works with clients to develop customized portfolios, retirement strategies and legacy planning solutions. This holistic approach to wealth management reflects the bank’s commitment to long-term relationships and community stewardship.

Over its nearly two centuries of operation, Hingham Institution for Savings has maintained a mutual holding company structure, allowing it to prioritize customer interests and community reinvestment over shareholder dividends. The bank’s executive leadership team, including seasoned banking professionals in senior management and its board of directors, emphasizes prudent risk management, capital preservation and service excellence. Through ongoing investment in technology, branch enhancements and community initiatives, Hingham Institution for Savings continues to adapt its offerings while upholding the local focus that has defined its heritage.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $273.37 to $283.57
• 50-Day Range: $221.95 to $287.21
• 52-Week Range: $197.00 to $300.00
• Volume: 64,244 shs
• Average Volume: 29,451 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: 17.82
• Dividend Yield: 0.92%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

Hingham Institution for Savings Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Hingham Institution for Savings scored higher than 21% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for Hingham Institution for Savings.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Hingham Institution for Savings is 17.82, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 25.84.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Hingham Institution for Savings is 17.82, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Finance sector average P/E ratio of about 19.20.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Hingham Institution for Savings has a P/B Ratio of 1.36. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

11.36% of the float of Hingham Institution for Savings has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Hingham Institution for Savings has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.8, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Hingham Institution for Savings has recently increased by 1.45%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

Hingham Institution for Savings has a dividend yield of 0.92%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

Hingham Institution for Savings does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of Hingham Institution for Savings is 16.43%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

11.36% of the float of Hingham Institution for Savings has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Hingham Institution for Savings has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.8, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Hingham Institution for Savings has recently increased by 1.45%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.7 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.83

News Sentiment

Hingham Institution for Savings has a news sentiment score of 0.83. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.94 average news sentiment score of Finance companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 6 news articles for Hingham Institution for Savings this week, compared to 2 articles on an average week.

Search Interest

2 people have searched for HIFS on MarketBeat in the last 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Hingham Institution for Savings insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

49.33% of the stock of Hingham Institution for Savings is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

HIFS Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have HIFS shares performed this year?

Hingham Institution for Savings' stock was trading at $254.14 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, HIFS shares have increased by 7.6% and is now trading at $273.37.

How were Hingham Institution for Savings' earnings last quarter?

Hingham Institution for Savings (NASDAQ:HIFS) posted its quarterly earnings data on Friday, July, 11th. The savings and loans company reported $3.39 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The savings and loans company earned $20.85 million during the quarter. Hingham Institution for Savings had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 3.80% and a net margin of 13.23%.

How do I buy shares of Hingham Institution for Savings?

Shares of HIFS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Hingham Institution for Savings own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Hingham Institution for Savings investors own include American Water Works (AWK), Waste Connections (WCN), The RMR Group (RMR), DiamondRock Hospitality (DRH), iShares Micro-Cap ETF (IWC), AU Optronics (AUOTY) and Triple Flag Precious Metals (TFPM).

Company Calendar

• Record date for 5/14 Dividend: 5/05/2025
• Ex-Dividend for 5/14 Dividend: 5/05/2025
• Dividend Payable: 5/14/2025
• Last Earnings: 7/11/2025
• Today: 7/12/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Finance
• Industry: BANKS - NORTHEAST
• Sub-Industry: Thrifts & Mortgage Finance
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:HIFS
• CIK: N/A
• Web: www.hinghamsavings.com
• Phone: (781) 749-2200
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 87
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $15.34
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 17.82
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $28.19 million
• Net Margins: 13.23%
• Pretax Margin: 17.83%
• Return on Equity: 3.80%
• Return on Assets: 0.36%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 3.36
• Current Ratio: 1.53
• Quick Ratio: 1.53

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $217.38 million
• Price / Sales: N/A
• Cash Flow: $6.10 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 44.85
• Book Value: $201.06 per share
• Price / Book: 1.36

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: N/A
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: N/A
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.92