Featured below are companies that have experienced recent insider trading activity in the public market through their direct and indirect ownerships, including accounts they have control or direction over.
Keep in mind, when looking at transaction activities by insiders, purchasing activity may reflect perceived value in a security. Selling activity may or may not be related to a stock’s valuation; perhaps an insider needs to raise money for personal reasons. An insider’s total holdings should be considered because a sale may, in context, be insignificant if this person has a large remaining position in the company.
On June 7 and 8, president and chief executive officer Tim Gitzel exercised his options, receiving 81,321 shares at a cost per share of $16.38 and sold 81,321 shares at an average price per share of roughly $41 with 414,294 shares remaining in this particular account. Net proceeds exceeded $2 million, not including any associated transaction charges.
On June 7, vice-president of exploration Scott McHardy exercised his options, receiving 22,220 shares at a cost per share of $16.38 and sold 22,220 shares at a price per share of $40.82 with 27,024 shares remaining in this particular account. Net proceeds exceeded $543,000, not including any associated transaction fees.