Robert Ferguson Sells Shares of J.M. Smucker Company
Chief Product Supply Officer Robert Ferguson sold 1,259 shares of J.M. Smucker on June 15, 2026.
Key Points
- Robert Ferguson, J.M. Smucker's Chief Product Supply Officer, sold 1,259 shares at $115.94 each, totaling $145,968.46 on June 15, 2026.
- J.M. Smucker trades near $115.94 with a market cap of $12.36 billion and a forward P/E of 10.82.
- Analysts maintain a buy consensus with a mean target price of $121.59, while recent insider sales include several executives.
Robert Ferguson, Chief Product Supply Officer at The J. M. Smucker Company, sold 1,259 shares of the company's stock on June 15, 2026. The shares were sold at an average price of $115.94, bringing the total transaction value to approximately $145,968.46. This insider transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading plan.
Insider Buying and Selling at The J. M. Smucker Company
On the same day, several other executives at J.M. Smucker also sold shares, including CEO Mark Smucker, who sold 12,677 shares, and Chief Financial Officer Tucker Marshall, who sold 1,473 shares. Chief People Officer Jill Penrose sold 979 shares, and Chief Legal Officer Jeannette Knudsen sold 1,648 shares. Earlier, on June 11, 2026, Tucker Marshall had purchased 9,207 shares at no disclosed price.
The J. M. Smucker Company Stock Snapshot
Shares of NYSE:SJM traded near $115.94 recently. The J. M. Smucker Company has a market capitalization of approximately $12.36 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 10.82. The stock has a 52-week low of $88.25 and a high of $119.39. It has a 50-day moving average of $99.97 and a 200-day moving average of $103.47. The company's beta is 0.264, indicating low volatility compared to the broader market.
Recent Earnings
The J. M. Smucker Company reported revenue of about $9.05 billion, with a revenue growth rate of 5.8%. However, the company currently has a negative net margin of -1.53% and a negative return on equity of -2.39%. The next earnings report is scheduled for August 27, 2026.
Dividend
J.M. Smucker offers an annual dividend rate of $4.40 with a yield of 3.8%. The company's dividend payout ratio stands at 86.06%.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 10 and 11, 2026, several analysts maintained their ratings and price targets for J.M. Smucker. UBS maintained a buy rating with a $130 target, while Evercore ISI Group set a target of $120 with a buy rating. TD Cowen maintained a hold rating with a $115 target. JP Morgan, RBC Capital, Wells Fargo, and B of A Securities all maintained buy ratings with targets ranging from $125 to $135.
About The J. M. Smucker Company
The J. M. Smucker Company, headquartered in Orrville, Ohio, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded food and beverage products. Its offerings include coffee, pet foods, snacks, and spreads under well-known brands like Folgers, Jif, and Smucker's. The company operates in sectors such as U.S. Retail Coffee and U.S. Retail Pet Foods and sells through various channels, including supermarkets, online retailers, and foodservice distributors. Mark T. Smucker serves as the CEO.
Bottom Line
The recent insider sales at J.M. Smucker, including those by key executives, are noteworthy but not uncommon. Investors often track such activities for potential insights into company sentiment. Despite these sales, the company's stock remains relatively stable, with analysts maintaining positive ratings and price targets. As always, remember that insider transactions are disclosed after the fact and do not necessarily predict future performance.
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