Sam Palmer

Sam Palmer is a Junior Analyst at PL Capital Advisors, LLC, based in East Lansing, MI. In this role, he supports the firm's portfolio management and research activities, with primary responsibilities focused on investment analysis and supporting decision-making within the financial team.

As part of PL Capital Advisors, Sam specializes in the banking and financial services sector, specifically engaging with publicly traded bank and thrift equities. The firm is recognized for its concentrated strategy in bank stock investments across these subsectors, and Sam's work directly supports the identification and evaluation of opportunities within this asset class.

Sam is completing his Bachelor's degree (2020–2024), and his early career at PL Capital demonstrates a strong foundation in equity research and sector-specific analysis. His contributions flow into PL Capital's broader mission of delivering informed, sector-focused insights to institutional and high-net-worth clients seeking exposure to financial services equities.