Grocery Outlet’s EVP sells $73,449 in stock

Published 07/03/2025, 01:32
Grocery Outlet’s EVP sells $73,449 in stock

Steven K. Wilson, Executive Vice President and Chief Purchasing Officer at Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:GO), a company with a market capitalization of $1.13 billion, recently sold 6,477 shares of the company’s common stock. According to InvestingPro data, the stock has declined over 56% in the past year. The transaction, which took place on March 4, 2025, was executed at a price of $11.34 per share, amounting to a total sale value of $73,449. Following this sale, Wilson holds 173,605 shares directly. The sale was conducted to fulfill tax withholding obligations related to previously vested restricted stock units. InvestingPro analysis indicates the stock is currently trading below its Fair Value, with analyst targets ranging from $10 to $18 per share. Get access to 12 additional exclusive ProTips and comprehensive financial analysis with InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Grocery Outlet Holding Corp reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, revealing a slight miss on earnings per share (EPS), which came in at $0.15 compared to the forecasted $0.17. Despite this, the company exceeded revenue expectations, achieving $1.1 billion against a forecast of $1.09 billion. Analysts from Craig-Hallum, Telsey Advisory Group, and DA Davidson have all adjusted their price targets for Grocery Outlet, reflecting concerns over profitability and ongoing operational challenges. Craig-Hallum reduced their target to $13.50, Telsey to $16.00, and DA Davidson to $15.00, with all firms maintaining neutral ratings on the stock.

Grocery Outlet’s comparable store sales saw a positive increase of 2.9%, surpassing some forecasts. However, the company faced challenges with higher inventory shrinkage due to ongoing system integration issues, impacting gross margins. The company has announced a restructuring plan that includes store closures and workforce reductions, which is expected to affect profitability in the short term but aims to enhance long-term returns. Additionally, Grocery Outlet is working on resolving its systems conversion problems and implementing new tools to improve productivity, although these efforts are expected to continue presenting obstacles throughout 2025.

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