What the bad jobs report means for markets
Stuart E. Heflin Jr., the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Quest at Simply Good Foods Co (NASDAQ:SMPL), has recently sold 5,000 shares of the company’s common stock. The transaction, which took place on April 11, 2025, was executed at a weighted average price of $37.2519 per share, resulting in a total sale value of approximately $186,259. The stock has shown significant momentum recently, gaining over 12% in the past week, with the company maintaining a GREAT financial health score according to InvestingPro analysis.
The shares were sold in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $37.25 to $37.825. Following this sale, Heflin retains ownership of 12,839 shares of Simply Good Foods. The company, currently valued at $3.8 billion, trades at a P/E ratio of 26 and maintains strong liquidity with a current ratio of 4.27. For comprehensive insider trading analysis and additional insights, check out the detailed Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro.
In other recent news, The Simply Goods Group has reported financial results that have exceeded consensus estimates, with both revenue and EBITDA figures surpassing expectations. Mizuho (NYSE:MFG) Securities responded by raising its price target for the company to $47, citing strong gross margin performance and successful product distribution efforts. Similarly, Bernstein increased its price target to $48, maintaining an Outperform rating, highlighting the company’s better-than-expected earnings and consistent fiscal year 2025 guidance. Despite the positive financial results, TD Cowen maintained a Hold rating with a $36 price target, noting the company’s solid performance but expressing concerns about ongoing distribution challenges with the Atkins brand.
DA Davidson also held a Neutral rating with a $35 target, acknowledging the company’s performance but remaining cautious about its current valuation. The analyst did note potential for stronger performance in fiscal year 2026. Mizuho reiterated its Outperform rating and a $45 price target, emphasizing the company’s strong revenue performance in a challenging industry environment. The Simply Goods Group’s acquisition of OWYN is expected to soon contribute to its organic sales growth, according to Bernstein’s analysis. These developments reflect a mix of confidence and caution from analysts regarding the company’s future performance.
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