Brewer Brady, an insider at Starbucks Corp (SBUX), executed a significant transaction on November 9, 2025, selling 70,551 shares at a price of $84.60 each, totaling $5.97 million. Following this sale, Brady retains an equal number of shares in the company.
Starbucks, a leader in the production and retailing of specialty coffee, operates across various segments including North America and International, employing approximately 361,000 full-time staff. The company’s market capitalization stands at $98.8 billion, with a trailing P/E ratio of 53.20 and an EPS of 1.63. The dividend yield is reported at 284.2%.
Insider sales can stem from a range of motivations, including personal financial planning or diversification strategies. While notable selling activity may attract investor attention, such transactions do not inherently reflect negative sentiment towards the company's prospects.
The move underscores the importance of viewing insider transactions within a broader context. Investors are encouraged to analyze patterns across multiple insiders and over time, rather than relying solely on isolated transactions. As a reminder, all insider transactions must be reported to the SEC, ensuring transparency into the financial activities of company executives.
Starbucks is set to announce its upcoming earnings on April 19, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.44 and revenue expectations of $9.2 billion, providing further insights into the company's performance moving forward.