Williams Amber Lee, an insider at Northwest Bancshares Inc (NWBI), purchased 9,944 shares of the company's stock on November 20, 2025, at a price of $11.37 per share, totaling approximately $113,000. This transaction brings Lee's total holdings in Northwest Bancshares to 9,944 shares.
Such insider buying can signal confidence in the company’s future prospects, as executives typically have access to non-public information regarding their firm's operations. However, it is essential for investors to consider insider transactions as part of a broader analysis rather than isolated events. Personal or regulatory factors may also influence such buying or selling activities.
Northwest Bancshares operates as a holding company offering a complete range of business and personal banking products, along with treasury management and wealth management services. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the bank employs 1,884 full-time staff and operates approximately 151 full-service financial centers across Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, and Indiana. The company reported a market capitalization of $1.7 billion, with a P/E ratio of 14.66 and a dividend yield of 705.5% as of November 20, 2025.
Looking ahead, the company is expected to release its upcoming earnings on July 27, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.33 and revenue of $145.3 million, following an earlier estimate of $0.32 EPS and $142.5 million revenue on April 27, 2026.
Insider transactions must be reported to the SEC, providing transparency into the actions of company executives and board members. Investors should examine trends in insider activity across multiple insiders and time periods to gain a comprehensive understanding of potential market signals.