Acacia Research (ACTG) Insider Michelle Felman Buys 25,052 Shares

Michelle Felman, an insider at Acacia Research Corporation, purchased 25,052 shares on June 23, 2026. This transaction was not made under a pre-planned trading program.

Other Institutional Activity in Acacia Research

Several institutional investors have recently adjusted their positions in Acacia Research. Starboard Value LP maintained its holdings at 61,123,595 shares, valued at approximately $294 million. State Street Corp reduced its stake by 40,940 shares, bringing its total to 3,105,041 shares worth about $14.9 million, a decrease of 1.3%. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its holdings by 95,089 shares, ending with 2,853,889 shares valued at $13.7 million, marking a 3.4% increase. BlackRock, Inc. added 42,520 shares, totaling 2,406,367 shares worth approximately $11.6 million, a 1.8% rise. Meanwhile, Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 1,596,121 shares valued at $7.7 million.

Acacia Research Corporation Stock Up 4.5%

Shares of NasdaqGS:ACTG traded near $4.71 on Friday. Acacia Research Corporation has a market capitalization of approximately $454 million. The stock's 52-week range is between $3.12 and $5.27, with a 50-day moving average of $4.78 and a 200-day moving average of $4.12. The company has a current ratio of 8.56 and a quick ratio of 7.69, alongside a debt-to-equity ratio of 18.21. The forward P/E is not meaningful as the company is not currently profitable.

Insider Buying and Selling at Acacia Research Corporation

In addition to Michelle Felman, several other insiders purchased shares of Acacia Research on June 23, 2026. Gavin Molinelli, Maureen O'Connell, Ajay Sundar, and Isaac Kohlberg each bought 25,052 shares. Jason Soncini, the General Counsel, sold 48,985 shares on June 8, 2026, at an average price of $4.62.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On March 12, 2026, Craig-Hallum maintained its buy rating on Acacia Research with a price target of $6.00. The consensus among analysts is a buy recommendation with a mean target price of $6.00 based on one analyst opinion.

About Acacia Research Corporation

Acacia Research Corporation, headquartered in New York, operates across various sectors including industrial, energy, and technology. The company engages in acquiring and operating businesses, investing in intellectual property, and manufacturing industrial products. Acacia's operations span the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. Led by CEO Martin D. McNulty Jr., the company employs around 986 people.

Bottom Line

Michelle Felman's insider purchase is a noteworthy development for Acacia Research, as investors often watch insider activity for potential signals. The company's stock performance and institutional moves provide additional context for stakeholders. This 13F filing information is backward-looking and may not reflect current positions.