Hutter, Ascent Industries director, sells $495k in shares

Published 11/09/2025, 14:26
Hutter, Ascent Industries director, sells $495k in shares

Director Christopher Gerald Hutter of Ascent Industries Co. (NASDAQ:ACNT) sold 40,000 shares of common stock on September 10, 2025, for a total of $495,200. The sales occurred at prices ranging from $12.14 to $12.60. The transaction comes as the company, currently valued at $114 million, maintains a "GOOD" financial health score according to InvestingPro analysis, with the stock showing a robust 27% return over the past year.

Following the transaction, Hutter directly owns 211,615 shares and indirectly owns 226,894 shares through a Rev. Trust. While this insider sale is notable, InvestingPro analysis indicates the stock is currently undervalued, with management actively engaging in share buybacks to support shareholder value.

In other recent news, Ascent Industries reported disappointing financial results for the second quarter of 2025. The company revealed earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.25, which was significantly below the forecasted $0.27, indicating a negative surprise of 192.59%. Additionally, revenue came in at $18.7 million, falling short of the expected $56.9 million by 67.14%. These results highlight a challenging quarter for Ascent Industries, with both earnings and revenue missing analysts’ estimates. The company’s financial performance during this period has garnered attention from investors and analysts alike. Despite the earnings miss, the stock saw minimal movement in after-hours trading. As investors digest these recent developments, the focus remains on how Ascent Industries will address these challenges moving forward.

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