MARKET WIREThe Motley Fool • 13h ago
TrustCo Bank: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term InvestorsThe Motley Fool report covering TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) market action, institutional positioning, and fundamental catalysts.
Why TRST Stock slipped -1.07% Today — RQD Quant Desk Flash
$56.26 -1.07% NASDAQ • Live Quote vs Prior Daily Close (Synced Snapshot)
EXT / AFTER-HRS: $56.04
TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) carries a Roarable Rating of C (Hold) with 62/100 RQD Confidence. The composite score sits in the neutral Hold band (59–69), meaning current holders don’t need to panic-sell while prospective buyers can wait for a move into the 70+ Buy zone.
ROARABLE C • HOLD / WATCH
Cap $968.4M
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Is TRST stock a Buy, Hold, or Sell right now according to Roarable's RQD model?
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As of 2026-11-02, TrustCo Bank Corp NY (NASDAQ: TRST) is rated C (Hold / HOLD) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 62/100 at a spot price of $56.26 (-1.07% 1D, market cap $968.4M). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 8/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 14/20, Executive Insider Alignment 13/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 11/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 16/20. Across 1096 tracked Financials issuers, TRST ranks #379 in composite RQD confidence.
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How does TRST compare to HAFC and CPF in the Financials sector?
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Within the Financials sector (Major Banks), TRST carries a Roarable C (62/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 15.8x, gross margin of —, and ROIC of 8.9%. By comparison, HAFC (Hanmi Financial Corporation) holds a B+ grade (76/100 RQD, P/E 12.9x, ROIC 7.5%, cap $982.3M) and CPF (Central Pacific Financial Corp) posts a B grade (74/100 RQD, P/E 12.7x, ROIC 13.1%, cap $984.4M). Among the 5-stock peer group, CPF leads on earnings multiple (12.7x) while CPF leads on capital efficiency (13.1% ROIC).
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What are the biggest fundamental strengths and SEC risk factors for TRST?
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Per TRST's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0000357301), TrustCo Bank Corp NY generated $0 in revenue, $61.1M in net income, and $45.7M in free cash flow against $6.44B in total assets and $0 in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Company leadership has skin in the game with net positive insider conviction.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.
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INTERACTIVE SCENARIO DECK:
EXT / AFTER-HRS: $56.05 (-0.38%)🧬 Cannibal Buyback (-2.36% YoY Shares)⚙️ Cash Engine: 8/20 (D-) • 1.1% FCF Margin
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5-PILLAR SNOWFLAKE RADARRw C · Rk C-
Each axis scored 0–20
12M PRICE TARGET CONE+1.8% Base Target
WHALE OPTIONS SNAPSHOT: — (No Active Options Snapshot on file for TRST)Realized 20D OHLCV Swing Band: ±4.2%
Deterministic 5-Pillar Attribution (62/100 Composite)
🔍 WHY TRST SCORES 62/100 (C) — TOP 3 DRIVERS2 Bullish Pillars + #1 Risk Drag
▲ #1 Bullish Driver: Insider Conviction & Share Dilution+16/20 pts (26% of score)
SEC Form 4 / 13F Thermometer: 80% Net Buy • Cannibal Buyback (-2.36% YoY Shares)
▲ #2 Bullish Driver: Whale & Options Positioning+14/20 pts (23% of score)
20D Institutional Volume Accumulation (±4.2% realized swing band)
▼ #1 Drag / Risk Factor: Cash Engine Quality8/20 pts (-12 pt drag)
Capital intensity & 0% operating margin leave 12 pts on the table
📈 PAST 4 QUARTERS RQD vs SUBSEQUENT RETURNQ1 → Q2 → Q3 → Current
Q1 (-3Q)Grade C-$54.26-1.1% Next Q
54
Q2 (-2Q)Grade C$53.68+5.1% Next Q
57
Q3 (-1Q)Grade C$56.40-0.2% Next Q
59
CurrentGrade C$56.26+0.7% Hist 90D α
62
Trajectory: C- (54) → C (62)Full Audit →
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⚔️ Adversarial Opposing Case: Why the TRST Bull Thesis Could Fail
Even with a 62/100 (C) score, TRST faces multiple-compression risk if 15.8x trailing P/E re-rate toward historical sector medians or if hyperscaler/enterprise customer concentration slows in upcoming 10-Q filings.
⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #1
Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.
⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #2
Dilution & Margin Drag: Cannibal Buyback (-2.36% YoY Shares) — any gross margin slip below 49.5% triggers an automatic RQD downgrade.
⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #3
Technical & Forensic Kill-Switch: A daily close below the 50D SMA ($56.06) or 200D SMA ($51.00) invalidates the momentum regime and cuts Target Base ($57.27) toward Bear Floor ($44.67).
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Why TRST Stock slipped -1.07% Today — RQD Quant Desk Flash
TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) slipped -1.07% to $56.26, trading at 86% of its 52-week range ($36.93 – $59.28). Solid steady margins (9% return on capital), mixed timing at 16x P/E—hold if owned, no rush to chase.
- ▸Technical Tape: Trading at 86% of its 52-week range ($36.93 – $59.28) with RSI-14 at 59.2 (BULLISH MOMENTUM).
- ▸Volatility Profile: Historical 20-day realized swing band of ±4.2% around $56.26 (no active unusual options sweep snapshot on file).
- ▸Fundamental Anchor: Roarable C (Hold) backed by 52% gross margin and $45.7M annual free cash flow.
Live TRST Headlines & Catalysts
MARKET WIREInvesting.com Canada • 19h ago
Earnings call transcript: TrustCo Bank posts stronger Q3 2026 profit as lending growsInvesting.com Canada report covering TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) market action, institutional positioning, and fundamental catalysts.
MARKET WIREYahoo • 11d ago
TrustCo Bank (TRST) Stock Can Q3 Earnings Justify Its Rich ValuationTrustCo Bank Corp NY stock edged 2.4% higher to US$55.47 after the Q3 2026 report, a gain that might look modest for a bank posting steady progress. The headline is simple. Net income reached US$17.3 million and net inte
CATALYSTYahoo • 11d ago
TrustCo Bank (TRST) Q3 2026 Earnings Call TranscriptNet income rose 6.5% while diluted EPS jumped 18.6% on margin expansion.
CATALYSTYahoo • 11d ago
What TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) Said on Its Q3 Earnings CallTrustCo Bank Corp NY (NASDAQ:TRST) reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $17.3 million, up 6.5% from the prior-year period, as higher net interest income, loan growth and deposit growth supported results. Chairman, P
MARKET WIREYahoo • 11d ago
TrustCo Bank Corp NY Q3 2026 Earnings Call SummaryMoby summary of TrustCo Bank Corp NY's Q3 2026 earnings call
MARKET WIREBenzinga • 11d ago
Trustco Bank Q3 2026 Earnings Call TranscriptTrustco Bank (NASDAQ:TRST) reported third-quarter financial results on Thursday. The transcript from the company’s third-quarter earnings call has been provided below.This transcript is brought to you by Benzinga APIs.
MARKET WIREYahoo • 12d ago
TrustCo: Q3 Earnings SnapshotNY (TRST) on Wednesday reported net income of $17.The bank, based in Glenville, New York, said it had earnings of $1.
RISK WATCHYahoo • 12d ago
TrustCo’s Positive Momentum Yields 6.5% Net Income Increase; $17.3 Million for Third Quarter of 2026Executive Snapshot: Financial results: Key metrics for the third quarter of 2026 compared to the third quarter of 2025: Diluted earnings per share of $1.02 increased 18.6% compared to $0.86Net interest income of $47.0 mi
MARKET WIREBenzinga • 12d ago
Trustco Bank Q3 EPS $1.02 Up From $0.86 YoY, Sales $51.801M Up From $47.808M YoYTrustco Bank (NASDAQ:TRST) reported quarterly earnings of $1.02 per share. This is a 18.6 percent increase over earnings of $0.86 per share from the same period last year. The company reported $51.801 million in sales
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TRST // CANDLESTICK & AUTO-TRENDLINE WORKSTATION6M: +18.37%📐 HORIZONTAL RANGE
2026-11-02O $56.70H $56.87L $56.26C $56.26VOL 97.8K
RES: $59.56SUP: $52.32SMA50: $56.06SMA200: $51.00
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Multi-year comparable XBRL diluted share count not disclosed (ETF or recent listing).
Reverse-DCF Expectations Hurdle (#30)
8.3%/yr Implied 5Y Growth
vs. +6.0% actual YoY revenue growth (assuming 9.25% cost of equity & 16.5x terminal multiple).
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📊 Quantitative Sector Peer Comparison, SEC Filing Delta & Investment FAQ (TRST)
Financials Rank #379 of 1096
⚔️ HAFC vs TRST Full Matrix →
1. Head-to-Head Financials Peer Comparison (TRST vs. HAFC, CPF, CAC, SBSI)
Industry: Major Banks (248 Tracked Issuers)Across 1096 tracked Financials securities in the Roarable RQD universe, TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) ranks #379 by composite RQD confidence (62/100, grade C) and #567 by equity capitalization ($968.4M). Within this direct 5-issuer industry benchmark cohort, CPF leads on earnings valuation at 12.7x trailing P/E, while CPF leads on capital efficiency and profitability with 13.1% ROIC and — gross margin. HAFC currently holds the highest overall quantitative score in the immediate peer group at 76/100 (B+) compared with TRST at 62/100 (C).
| Ticker / Company | Roarable Grade | RQD Score | Trailing P/E | Gross Margin | ROIC | 1D Change | Market Cap | Head-to-Head |
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TrustCo Bank Corp NY | C | 62/100 | 15.8x | — | 8.9% | -1.07% | $968.4M | Benchmark Subject |
| HAFC Hanmi Financial Corporation | B+ | 76/100 | 12.9x | — | 7.5% | -1.75% | $982.3M | /hafc-vs-trst → |
| CPF Central Pacific Financial Corp | B | 74/100 | 12.7x | — | 13.1% | -1.83% | $984.4M | /cpf-vs-trst → |
| CAC Camden National Corporation | C+ | 68/100 | 15.2x | — | 9.4% | -2.05% | $989.2M | /cac-vs-trst → |
| SBSI Southside Bancshares Inc. | C | 64/100 | 14.3x | — | 8.2% | +1.11% | $992.3M | /sbsi-vs-trst → |
2. Multi-Year SEC XBRL Revenue, Cash Flow & Balance-Sheet Trajectory (FY2023–FY2025)
SEC EDGAR 10-K • FILED 2025-12-31 • CIK 0000357301In its most recent audited fiscal period (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31), TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) reported GAAP revenue of $0 (N/A vs. FY2024 revenue of $0 ) , GAAP net income of $61.1M, operating cash flow of $57.6M, and free cash flow of $45.7M (-16.2% YoY). On the balance sheet, TRST closed FY2025 with $6.44B in total assets against $0 in total debt (Altman Z-Score: N/A, Piotroski F-Score: 4/9).
| Fiscal Period | Filing Date | Revenue | Net Income | Operating Cash Flow | Free Cash Flow | Total Assets | Total Debt |
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| FY2025 (FY) | 2025-12-31 | $0 | $61.1M | $57.6M | $45.7M | $6.44B | — |
| FY2024 (FY) | 2024-12-31 | $0 | $48.8M | $59.4M | $54.6M | $6.24B | — |
| FY2023 (FY) | 2023-12-31 | $0 | $58.6M | $64.1M | $64.1M | — | — |
3. TRST Data-Verified Investor FAQ (RQD Rating, Sector Peers, SEC Forensics & Technicals)
✓ SCHEMA.ORG FAQPAGE JSON-LD ENABLEDIs TRST stock a Buy, Hold, or Sell right now according to Roarable's RQD model?
As of 2026-11-02, TrustCo Bank Corp NY (NASDAQ: TRST) is rated C (Hold / HOLD) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 62/100 at a spot price of $56.26 (-1.07% 1D, market cap $968.4M). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 8/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 14/20, Executive Insider Alignment 13/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 11/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 16/20. Across 1096 tracked Financials issuers, TRST ranks #379 in composite RQD confidence.
How does TRST compare to HAFC and CPF in the Financials sector?
Within the Financials sector (Major Banks), TRST carries a Roarable C (62/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 15.8x, gross margin of —, and ROIC of 8.9%. By comparison, HAFC (Hanmi Financial Corporation) holds a B+ grade (76/100 RQD, P/E 12.9x, ROIC 7.5%, cap $982.3M) and CPF (Central Pacific Financial Corp) posts a B grade (74/100 RQD, P/E 12.7x, ROIC 13.1%, cap $984.4M). Among the 5-stock peer group, CPF leads on earnings multiple (12.7x) while CPF leads on capital efficiency (13.1% ROIC).
What are the biggest fundamental strengths and SEC risk factors for TRST?
Per TRST's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0000357301), TrustCo Bank Corp NY generated $0 in revenue, $61.1M in net income, and $45.7M in free cash flow against $6.44B in total assets and $0 in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Company leadership has skin in the game with net positive insider conviction.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.
Where is TRST trading relative to its 50-day, 200-day, and 52-week technical levels?
TRST last traded at $56.26 (-1.07% on volume of 102,487 shares), positioning the stock +0.36% above its 50-day simple moving average ($56.06) and +10.31% above its 200-day simple moving average ($51.00). Across its 52-week range of $36.93 to $59.28, TRST sits at the 86.5% percentile with a 14-day RSI of 59.2 (BULLISH MOMENTUM) and an implied next-earnings move of ±4.2% ($53.90 to $58.62).
TRST Investor FAQ & Complete 8-Part Research Index
100% OPEN ACCESS • SEC EDGAR × CBOE × FREDWhy is TRST stock moving today?
Why TRST Stock slipped -1.07% Today — RQD Quant Desk Flash. Solid steady margins (9% return on capital), mixed timing at 16x P/E—hold if owned, no rush to chase.
ROARABLE RATING BRIEF • RQD 62/100 (C)
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TRST — TrustCo Bank Corp NY: What the Facts Mean to a Prospective Investor
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Roarable Rating Brief: What This Means to a Prospective Investor
Per the Roarable RQD rating, TRST scores 62 out of 100, a letter grade of C, labeled "Roarable Hold — Fair / Balanced Risk-Reward." The five pillars are:
- Fundamental Cash Engine: 8 / 20. Per the Roarable RQD rating, this pillar reflects ROIC of 8.9% and an FCF yield of 4.72%. The score is the second-lowest of the five pillars, suggesting that cash generation relative to the share price is a constraint on the thesis.
- Whale 13F Flow: 14 / 20. Per the Roarable RQD rating, this pillar covers institutional accumulation and options positioning. The score is moderate; the source data does not include the underlying 13F holdings, so the composition of this flow cannot be verified here.
- Insider Conviction: 16 / 20. Per the Roarable RQD rating, this pillar reflects SEC Form 4 and Congressional PTR cluster flow. It is the highest-scoring pillar, which would be a supportive signal if the underlying filings were available for review.
- Macro Regime Fit: 11 / 20. Per the Roarable RQD rating, this pillar reflects a beta of 1.0 and sector sensitivity. A beta of 1.0 implies market-matching volatility rather than amplified or dampened exposure.
- Forensic Balance Sheet: 13 / 20. Per the Roarable RQD rating, this pillar reflects an Altman Z-Score of 2.5, a Piotroski F-Score of 4/9, and a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.5. The Piotroski reading is weak, while the Z-Score and leverage are moderate.
For a prospective investor, the profile is balanced rather than compelling. The highest-weighted supportive signal is insider and congressional flow; the weakest is cash-return efficiency relative to price. Upside drivers would need to come from improving cash generation or a re-rating supported by the insider signal. Valuation tradeoffs are visible in the P/E multiple relative to the modest FCF yield. Rating-level conclusions are analytical and not a personalized recommendation.
Recent Catalysts & News Wire Analysis
Per the recent news section, three items reference TRST, all with a YELLOW light and MARKET WIRE impact label:
- A Motley Fool piece titled "TrustCo Bank: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors," published 1h before the data timestamp.
- A Globe and Mail piece with the same headline, published 3h before the data timestamp.
- An Investing.com Canada item titled "Earnings call transcript: TrustCo Bank posts stronger Q3 2026 profit as lending grows," published 6h before the data timestamp.
The earnings-related item is the most specific catalyst, referencing stronger Q3 2026 profit and lending growth. The other two items are summarized only generically in the source. Per the Butterfly Supply-Chain Graph, supply chain status is NONE, with no butterfly links and no proprietary signals.
Open Questions
- What are the specific drivers of the stronger Q3 2026 profit and lending growth referenced in the earnings-related news item, and do they reflect durable trends?
- What are the revenue and operating income figures, given the SEC financials report $0.0M for both across all three periods?
- What is the composition of the Whale 13F and Insider Conviction signals underlying the 14/20 and 16/20 pillar scores?
- What explains the decline in free cash flow from $64.1M in FY 2023 to $45.7M in FY 2025, and how does it relate to the 8/20 cash engine score?
- What is the debt position, since the SEC financials list debt as N/A across all periods despite a reported Debt/Equity of 0.5?
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🟡 MARKET WIRE The Motley Fool • 13h ago
TrustCo Bank: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors The Motley Fool report covering TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) market action, institutional positioning, and fundamental catalysts.
🟡 MARKET WIRE Investing.com Canada • 19h ago
Earnings call transcript: TrustCo Bank posts stronger Q3 2026 profit as lending grows Investing.com Canada report covering TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) market action, institutional positioning, and fundamental catalysts.
🟡 MARKET WIRE Yahoo • 11d ago
TrustCo Bank (TRST) Stock Can Q3 Earnings Justify Its Rich Valuation TrustCo Bank Corp NY stock edged 2.4% higher to US$55.47 after the Q3 2026 report, a gain that might look modest for a bank posting steady progress. The headline is simple. Net income reached US$17.3 million and net inte
🟢 CATALYST Yahoo • 11d ago
TrustCo Bank (TRST) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript Net income rose 6.5% while diluted EPS jumped 18.6% on margin expansion.
🟢 CATALYST Yahoo • 11d ago
What TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TRST) Said on Its Q3 Earnings Call TrustCo Bank Corp NY (NASDAQ:TRST) reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $17.3 million, up 6.5% from the prior-year period, as higher net interest income, loan growth and deposit growth supported results. Chairman, P
🟡 MARKET WIRE Yahoo • 11d ago
TrustCo Bank Corp NY Q3 2026 Earnings Call Summary Moby summary of TrustCo Bank Corp NY's Q3 2026 earnings call
🟡 MARKET WIRE Benzinga • 11d ago
Trustco Bank Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript Trustco Bank (NASDAQ:TRST) reported third-quarter financial results on Thursday. The transcript from the company’s third-quarter earnings call has been provided below.This transcript is brought to you by Benzinga APIs.
🟡 MARKET WIRE Yahoo • 12d ago
TrustCo: Q3 Earnings Snapshot NY (TRST) on Wednesday reported net income of $17.The bank, based in Glenville, New York, said it had earnings of $1.
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📌 Pinned Debate 🔥 Official Bull vs. Bear Debate: Is TRST (C • RQD 62/100) a Buy at $56.87?
Welcome to the TRST (TrustCo Bank Corp NY) Roar Pit. Current RQD Composite is 62/100 (Roarable Hold — Fair / Balanced Risk-Reward) in Major Banks. Bulls point to operating leverage and sector positioning, while bears focus on macro rate sensitivity and margin execution. Pick your side (🐂 Bull or 🐻 Bear) and drop your price target below.
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🎯 Target: $43.79 (-23.0%)
Spot @ $56.87 Pump the brakes on TRST — check the valuation vs. margin headwinds
Everyone in here is repeating the bull case on TRST, but look at what you are paying: 15.8x trailing P/E with tightening sector spreads. Unless TrustCo Bank Corp NY expands free cash flow yield next quarter, I would rather wait for a pullback closer to the 200-day moving average before touching this.
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🎯 Target: $65.97 (+16.0%)
Spot @ $56.87 TRST cash flow & RQD setup is being underpriced by the Street here
Looking at the 5-pillar RQD breakdown on TRST, the market is fixating on short-term headline noise in Major Banks and ignoring the balance sheet and cash flow trajectory. At $56.87 (52-wk range $36.93 - $59.28), any beat on forward guidance forces shorts and underweight funds to chase.