Liaw Jeffrey, an insider at Copart Inc (CPRT), sold 53,418 shares of the company on October 14, 2025, at a price of $44.80 per share, amounting to a total transaction value of $2.39 million. Following this sale, Jeffrey retains 53,418 shares of Copart.
This transaction highlights a common practice among insiders, who may sell shares for a variety of reasons such as diversification, tax planning, or personal financial needs. While notable sales can attract investor attention, routine insider selling does not inherently suggest negative sentiment towards the company.
Insider transactions are reported to the SEC, providing insight into how executives view their company's stock. However, investors should consider these transactions as just one piece of the puzzle, assessing patterns across multiple insiders and over time rather than focusing solely on isolated events.
Copart Inc operates in the commercial services and supplies sector, specializing in online auctions and vehicle remarketing. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and employs approximately 11,600 full-time staff. With a market capitalization of $40.0 billion, Copart has a P/E ratio of 25.79 and an EPS of 1.59. It manages over 175,000 vehicles available for auction daily, serving a diverse clientele that includes insurance companies, dealers, and the general public. Upcoming earnings reports are scheduled for February 18, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.42 and revenue of $1.2 billion, followed by another on May 20, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $0.47 and revenue of $1.3 billion.