- Bullish trend confirmed on both short and long timeframes
- +64.7% price growth over the last year
- Highly efficient cash conversion (98% FCF/OCF ratio)
Southern First Bancshares stock upgraded from Buy Candidate to Strong Buy Candidate after Friday trading session
(Updated on Jun 05, 2026)
The Southern First Bancshares stock price gained 0.89% on the last trading day (Friday, 5th Jun 2026), rising from $58.45 to $58.97. During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 6.08% from a day low at $56.09 to a day high of $59.50. The price has risen in 6 of the last 10 days and is up by 3.33% over the past 2 weeks. Volume fell on the last day by -85 thousand shares and in total, 0 shares were bought and sold for approximately $0 . You should take into consideration that falling volume on higher prices causes divergence and may be an early warning about possible changes over the next couple of days.
The stock lies in the middle of a wide and weak rising trend in the short term and a further rise within the trend is signaled. Given the current short-term trend, the stock is expected to rise 9.06% during the next 3 months and, with a 90% probability hold a price between $60.87 and $68.54 at the end of this 3-month period.
SFST Signals & Forecast
The Southern First Bancshares stock holds buy signals from both short and long-term Moving Averages giving a positive forecast for the stock. Also, there is a general buy signal from the relation between the two signals where the short-term average is above the long-term average. On corrections down, there will be some support from the lines at $57.81 and $56.77. A breakdown below any of these levels will issue sell signals. A buy signal was issued from a pivot bottom point on Wednesday, June 03, 2026, and so far it has risen 4.95%. Further rise is indicated until a new top pivot has been found. Furthermore, there is a buy signal from the 3 month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). Some negative signals were issued as well, and these may have some influence on the near short-term development. Volume fell during the last trading day while the price increased. This causes a divergence and may be considered as an early warning, but it may not be. The very low volume increases the risk and reduces the other technical signals issued.
Support, Risk & Stop-loss for Southern First Bancshares stock
Southern First Bancshares finds support from accumulated volume at $57.78 and this level may hold a buying opportunity as an upwards reaction can be expected when the support is being tested.
In general the stock tends to have very controlled movements and therefore the general risk is considered very low. However, be aware of low or falling volume and make sure to keep an eye on the stock During the last day, the stock moved $3.41 between high and low, or 6.08%. For the last week the stock has had daily average volatility of 3.89%
Our recommended stop-loss: $57.01 (-3.32%) (This stock has very low daily movements and this gives very low risk. There is a buy signal from a pivot bottom found 2 days ago.)
Trading Expectations (SFST) For The Upcoming Trading Day Of Monday 8th
For the upcoming trading day on Monday, 8th we expect Southern First Bancshares to open at $58.19, and during the day (based on 14 day Average True Range), to move between $58.11 and $59.83, which gives a possible trading interval of +/-$1.71 (+/-2.94%) up or down from last closing price. If Southern First Bancshares takes out the full calculated possible swing range there will be an estimated 2.94% move between the lowest and the highest trading price during the day.
Since the stock is closer to the resistance from accumulated volume at $59.53 (0.95%) than the support at $57.78 (2.02%), our systems don't find the trading risk/reward intra-day attractive and any bets should be held until the stock is closer to the support level.
Is Southern First Bancshares stock A Buy?
Southern First Bancshares holds several positive signals and is within a weak rising trend. As the old saying says, "Let the trend be your friend.'". We therefore consider it to be a good choice at these current levels and we are expecting further gains during the next 3 months. We have upgraded our analysis conclusion for this stock since the last evaluation from a Buy to a Strong Buy candidate.
Current score:
6.613
Strong Buy Candidate
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Predicted Fair Opening Price
Predicted fair opening price on June 8, 2026 - $58.19 ( 1.33%).
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SFST Performance
Trading levels for SFST
Fibonacci Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 61.60 | 4.45% |
| R2 | 60.29 | 2.25% |
| R1 | 59.49 | 0.88% |
| Price | 58.97 | |
| S1 | 56.88 | -3.54% |
| S2 | 56.08 | -4.90% |
| S3 | 54.78 | -7.11% |
Accumulated Volume Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 0 | - |
| R2 | 0 | - |
| R1 | 59.53 | 0.95% |
| Price | 58.97 | |
| S1 | 57.78 | -2.02% |
| S2 | 56.11 | -4.85% |
| S3 | 55.12 | -6.53% |
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