Gaotu Techedu CEO Xiangdong Chen Buys Company Shares

On June 16, 2026, Xiangdong Chen, the CEO of Gaotu Techedu Inc. (NYSE:GOTU), purchased 73,801 shares of the company at an average price of $2.28 each. This transaction amounted to a total value of $168,266. The purchase was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan, indicating Chen's personal decision to increase his stake in the company.

What Changed in Xiangdong Chen's Gaotu Techedu Position

Xiangdong Chen's recent purchase of 73,801 shares adds to his holdings in Gaotu Techedu. The shares were bought at $2.28 each, reflecting a personal investment of $168,266. This move shows Chen's confidence in the company's prospects.

Other Institutional Activity in Gaotu Techedu

Several institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in Gaotu Techedu. Vanguard Capital Management LLC significantly increased its holdings by 4,137,588 shares, bringing its total to 4,137,588 shares valued at approximately $8.1 million. Renaissance Technologies LLC added 50,362 shares, ending with 2,330,640 shares worth about $4.57 million. On the other hand, Morgan Stanley reduced its stake by 174,911 shares, holding 1,294,474 shares valued at around $2.54 million. D. E. Shaw & Co., Inc. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. also trimmed their positions.

Gaotu Techedu Stock Snapshot

Shares of Gaotu Techedu, trading under the ticker GOTU on the NYSE, are currently priced around $1.56. The company has a market cap of approximately $372 million and a forward P/E ratio of 12.13. Gaotu's beta is 0.605, indicating lower volatility compared to the market. The stock's 52-week range has seen a low of $1.40 and a high of $4.12, with a 50-day moving average of $1.83 and a 200-day moving average of $2.41.

Recent Earnings

Gaotu Techedu reported revenue of about $6.34 billion, with a revenue growth rate of 13.2%. However, the company is not currently profitable, posting a net margin of -6.51% and a return on equity of -26.11%. The next earnings report is anticipated on August 26, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at Gaotu Techedu Inc.

Xiangdong Chen has been active in buying Gaotu shares recently. On June 11, 2026, Chen acquired 200,000 shares at $2.24 each. In addition, Hu Yiming and Cui Jin have been involved in transactions, including both buying and selling activities, on May 7, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts have shown varied opinions on Gaotu Techedu. On May 22, 2024, Citi maintained a 'buy' rating with a price target of $12.34. Earlier in the year, Goldman Sachs maintained a 'hold' rating with a target of $7.70, and CLSA upgraded the stock to a 'buy' with a target of $8.65 on February 28, 2024. The consensus recommendation is a 'buy', with an average target price of $3.31 from seven analysts.

About Gaotu Techedu

Gaotu Techedu Inc. is a Beijing-based education company that offers a variety of learning services and products in Mainland China. The company provides traditional academic tutoring, non-academic services, and educational content for learners of all ages. Gaotu also offers digital learning tools and professional courses for exam preparation. Founded in 2014, Gaotu is led by CEO Xiangdong Chen and employs nearly 17,500 people.

Bottom Line

Xiangdong Chen's recent purchase of Gaotu shares highlights his confidence in the company's future. Investors often track insider buying as a signal of potential growth, though it's not a guarantee. Gaotu's stock performance and institutional interest suggest a mixed outlook, with recent earnings showing growth in revenue despite ongoing profitability challenges. As always with 13F filings, remember this is historical data and may not reflect the current situation.