Brevan Howard Capital Management Reduces $2M in Amerant Bancorp Inc. ($AMTB)

Brevan Howard Capital Management has reduced its stake in Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NYSE:AMTB) by 95,000 shares, according to its latest 13F filing with the SEC. This move, reflecting holdings as of the end of the reporting period, brings the firm's total holdings to 225,000 shares, a 29.7% decrease from its previous position of 320,000 shares. The remaining stake is valued at approximately $5.38 million.

What Changed in Brevan Howard's Amerant Bancorp Position

Brevan Howard Capital Management trimmed its investment in Amerant Bancorp by 95,000 shares, decreasing its holdings by about 29.7% to a total of 225,000 shares. This reduction in shares represents a significant change in its investment strategy for the bank, with the current stake valued at approximately $5.38 million.

Other Institutional Activity in Amerant Bancorp

In the broader institutional landscape, Wellington Management Group LLP decreased its holdings by 143,674 shares, now holding 5,530,346 shares valued at about $121.9 million. BlackRock, Inc. also reduced its position by 68,821 shares, ending with 2,797,058 shares worth approximately $61.6 million. Patriot Financial Partners GP II, L.P. cut its stake by 58,306 shares, holding 2,257,283 shares valued at $49.8 million. Meanwhile, Vanguard Capital Management LLC significantly increased its position by 1,773,023 shares, and Dimensional Fund Advisors LP added 133,050 shares, bringing its total to 1,388,926 shares valued at about $30.6 million.

Amerant Bancorp Stock Snapshot

Shares of Amerant Bancorp (NYSE:AMTB) recently traded around $23.91. The company has a market capitalization of roughly $936.9 million. It sports a P/E ratio of 16.84 and a forward P/E of 11.21, with a beta of 0.902. The stock's 52-week range spans from $15.62 to $24.38, with a 50-day moving average of $23.07 and a 200-day moving average of $20.89.

Recent Earnings

Amerant Bancorp reported revenue of approximately $399.6 million, reflecting a growth rate of 3.3%. The company's net margin stands at 14.6%, with a return on equity of 6.4%. The next earnings release is expected on July 22, 2026.

Dividend

Amerant Bancorp pays an annual dividend of $0.36 per share, yielding 1.51% with a payout ratio of 25.35%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Amerant Bancorp Inc.

Recent insider activity at Amerant Bancorp includes several purchases. On June 8, 2026, Armando Fleitas, EVP and Chief Accounting Officer, acquired 1,093 shares. Earlier, on June 2, 2026, insiders including Odilon Almeida, Gustavo Marturet, Ashaki Rucker, John Walton Quill, and Jack Kopnisky each bought 2,885 shares.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts have been active with their ratings for Amerant Bancorp. On January 28, 2026, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods maintained a 'hold' rating with a $23.00 price target. Piper Sandler, on January 26, 2026, upheld its 'buy' rating, setting a $25.00 target. The consensus among analysts is a mean target price of $25.75, based on four opinions.

About Amerant Bancorp

Amerant Bancorp Inc., headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, is a bank holding company for Amerant Bank, N.A. It offers a range of banking services including checking, savings, and money market accounts, as well as commercial and consumer loans. The company also provides wealth management, brokerage, and investment advisory services. Amerant Bancorp serves individuals and businesses primarily in the United States.

Bottom Line

Brevan Howard's decision to reduce its stake in Amerant Bancorp by nearly 30% is a notable development for investors tracking institutional moves. As with all 13F filings, the data reflects positions as of the end of the reporting period and may not indicate current holdings. Investors often watch these filings to gauge institutional sentiment and potential future stock performance.