Moroz Mark Michael, an insider at Live Oak Bancshares Inc (LOB), sold 8,878 shares of the company on December 8, 2025, at a price of $33.02 per share, totaling approximately $293,000. Following this transaction, he retains 8,878 shares of the company.
This sale reflects one of the many reasons insiders might choose to sell, including diversification, tax planning, or personal financial needs. While significant selling patterns can attract attention, routine transactions do not inherently signal negative sentiment toward the company.
Insider transactions are reported to the SEC, providing transparency about how executives and board members view the stock. However, investors should consider these activities as part of a broader analysis, looking at patterns across multiple insiders and time periods rather than isolated transactions.
Live Oak Bancshares, headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a bank holding company specializing in small business lending through its national online platform. The company has a market cap of $1.4 billion, a P/E ratio of 20.76, and an EPS of 1.51. With upcoming earnings estimates of $0.73 for July 21, 2026, and $0.61 for April 21, 2026, investors will be watching closely to gauge the company's performance in the coming quarters.