Joseph Hartz, an insider at UGI Corp (UGI), made a significant move by purchasing 48,492 shares of the company on November 24, 2025. The shares were acquired at a price of $33.76 each, bringing the total transaction value to approximately $1.64 million.
Following this purchase, Hartz now holds a total of 48,492 shares in UGI Corp. Insider buying can often signal confidence in a company's future prospects, as executives typically have access to non-public information about their operations. However, it’s important to note that insider transactions should not be the sole basis for investment decisions. Various personal or regulatory factors may influence such buying or selling activities.
Insider transactions are reported to the SEC, providing transparency into how company executives view their stock. While Hartz's purchase is a notable data point, investors are encouraged to consider patterns of insider activity across multiple insiders and time periods for a more comprehensive evaluation.
UGI Corp operates in the utilities sector, focusing on the distribution, transportation, storage, and marketing of energy products and services. With a market cap of $8.4 billion, the company has a P/E ratio of 20.04 and an EPS of 1.90. Its upcoming earnings report is scheduled for August 4, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.03.