Valuation check: PFS's profit margin is 23.34%, above the Finance sector average of 18.68%.
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As of the most recent data (September 2026), PFS shows a profit margin of 23.34%. That compares with 21.74% in the prior-year period — up 7.4% year over year. That is above the Finance sector average of 18.68%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, PFS's profit margin is now 23.34% (was 21.74%) — a 7.4% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Provident Financial Services is outperforming or lagging.
The Finance sector average profit margin is about 18.68%. Provident Financial Services is at 23.34%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 25.0% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how PFS stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 21.74% in the prior-year period — up 7.4% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Provident Financial Services with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Provident Financial Services's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 23.34%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.