Chemed CEO Kevin McNamara sells $615,330 in stock

Published 01/04/2025, 16:08
Chemed CEO Kevin McNamara sells $615,330 in stock

In a recent transaction, Kevin J. McNamara, the President and CEO of Chemed Corp (NYSE:CHE), sold 1,000 shares of the company’s stock. The sale, which took place on March 31, 2025, was executed at a weighted average price of $615.33 per share, resulting in a total transaction value of $615,330. The transaction occurred as the stock trades near its 52-week high of $642.68, with InvestingPro data showing the company maintains a "GREAT" financial health score.

According to the filing, McNamara’s transactions were conducted at prices ranging from $610.33 to $619.45 per share. Following this sale, McNamara retains ownership of 101,679 shares in the company. Analyst targets for the stock range from $650 to $708, according to InvestingPro data, which offers 15+ additional investment insights for subscribers.

Chemed Corp, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a prominent player in the home health care services sector. With a market capitalization of $9.07 billion, the company has maintained dividend payments for 55 consecutive years and achieved a 7.4% revenue growth in the last twelve months. Discover more detailed analysis in the comprehensive Pro Research Report, available exclusively on InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Chemed Corporation reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, revealing a strong performance with earnings per share of $6.83, surpassing the expected $6.78. The company’s revenue also exceeded projections, reaching $640 million compared to the anticipated $636.1 million. This growth was primarily driven by a 17.4% increase in the VITAS segment, despite a slight decline in Roto Rooter’s revenue. Chemed has provided guidance for full-year 2025 earnings per share to be between $24.95 and $25.45, up from $23.13 in 2024. Additionally, analysts have noted that Chemed’s stock was not subject to any upgrades or downgrades following these announcements. The company has also been expanding its operations, with VITAS recently opening a new program in Pasco County, Florida, and planning to enter Marion County soon. These recent developments indicate continued growth potential for Chemed, particularly in its VITAS Healthcare segment.

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