Bruce K. Posey, an insider at Qualys Inc (QLYS), sold 69,825 shares of the company on December 21, 2025, at a price of $142.70 per share, resulting in a total transaction value of $9.96 million. Following this transaction, Posey retains 69,825 shares of Qualys.
Qualys, headquartered in Foster City, California, provides cloud security and compliance solutions through a software-as-a-service model. The company has a market capitalization of $5.0 billion and a P/E ratio of 26.64, with an EPS of 5.16 as of November 25, 2025. Upcoming earnings reports are scheduled for May 4, 2026, and August 3, 2026, with estimated EPS of $1.82 and $1.84, respectively.
Insider transactions must be reported to the SEC, offering transparency into executive actions regarding company stock. While Posey's sale is significant, it is important to consider such transactions within a broader context. Insider selling can occur for various reasons, including personal financial needs or tax planning, and does not inherently indicate negative sentiment towards the company. Investors are advised to analyze patterns of insider activity across multiple individuals and time periods rather than focusing on isolated transactions.