KKR co-executive chairman George Roberts sells $142.6 million in stock

In a recent transaction, George R. Roberts, Co-Executive Chairman of KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE:KKR), sold a significant portion of his holdings in the company. According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Roberts sold 1,190,094 shares of KKR common stock on June 2, 2025, at a price of $119.8 per share. This transaction amounts to a total value of approximately $142.6 million.

Following the sale, Roberts retains ownership of 82,171,884 shares indirectly through a trust. Additional holdings include 1,200,000 shares in a limited partnership controlled by Roberts for charitable purposes, 1,043,242 shares in another limited partnership over which he has investment discretion, and 257,635 shares in a corporation where he serves as president. KKR has demonstrated strong financial performance, maintaining dividend payments for 16 consecutive years with a 12.12% dividend growth in the last twelve months.

The filing notes that Roberts may sell up to an additional 900,000 shares of KKR common stock during the calendar year 2025 to fund personal investments, expenses, or charitable contributions. However, there are currently no plans for further sales beyond those disclosed in this filing. For deeper insights into KKR’s valuation and comprehensive analysis, including 13 additional ProTips and detailed financial metrics, visit InvestingPro.

In other recent news, KKR & Co. Inc. reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025, surpassing analysts’ expectations with an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.15, exceeding the forecast of $1.13. The company also reported revenue of $3.11 billion, significantly outperforming the expected $1.71 billion. Additionally, KKR raised $31 billion in new capital, demonstrating its robust fundraising capabilities. In another development, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) upgraded KKR’s stock rating from Equalweight to Overweight and increased the price target from $120 to $150, citing improved macroeconomic conditions and a favorable outlook for KKR’s earnings growth. Furthermore, KKR announced the launch of a subordinated notes offering due in 2065, aimed at raising capital for general corporate needs. The offering is backed by KKR Group Partnership L.P. and managed by a consortium of financial institutions. These recent developments highlight KKR’s strategic initiatives and strong market positioning in the investment sector.

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