BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) EVP Brian Krakower Buys $278K of Stock

Executive Transaction Involves BJ's Restaurants Insider

Brian Krakower, EVP & Chief Info. Officer of BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NasdaqGS: BJRI), carried out a transaction involving 7,341 shares on June 18, 2026. The reported transaction value reached $277,671, based on an average price of $37.82 per share. This filing captures notable leadership activity within the restaurant operator as executives adjusted their personal holdings.

Broad Insider Movements Highlight Leadership Activity

The June 18, 2026 transactions involved several other key figures at the firm. Kendra Miller, EVP & General Counsel, acquired 19,261 shares at an average price of $34.45, totaling $663,489.45, while also reporting a disposition of 19,261 shares at $55.60 worth $1,070,911.60. Brian Krakower reported a separate transaction of 7,341 shares at a zero-dollar price basis. Additionally, board members Bina Chaurasia, Julius Robinson, and Janet Sherlock each acquired 2,955 shares on the same date without a cash outlay recorded for those specific entries.

Stock Performance and Valuation Metrics

Shares of BJ's Restaurants trade around $54.72, holding well above their 200-day moving average of $48.08. The stock has recovered from its 52-week low of $28.46, though it trades below its 52-week peak of $74.60. The company carries a market capitalization of roughly $1.30 billion and a P/E ratio of 32.33, alongside a forward P/E of 22.33.

Recent Earnings Overview

For its financial background, the casual dining operator reported total revenue of $1.43 billion with a revenue growth rate of 6.4%. Net margin sits at 2.86%, and return on equity reaches 10.44%. Basic earnings per share stand at $1.89. The company is scheduled to report its next round of quarterly financial figures on October 29, 2026.

Wall Street Ratings and Price Targets

Analyst coverage has seen several updates from major financial institutions in recent months. On October 1, 2026, Mizuho upgraded the stock to an Outperform rating with a $76.00 price target. Citigroup maintained a Neutral stance on July 31, 2026 while raising its target to $75.00, following an earlier adjustment to $68.00 on July 20. Benchmark reiterated a Buy rating on July 31 with an 80.00 target, up from 68.00. William Blair also upgraded the stock to Outperform on July 17. Overall, the consensus points to a buy recommendation with eight analyst opinions contributing to an average price target of $74.50.

About BJ's Restaurants

Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, BJ's Restaurants, Inc. operates a nationwide chain of casual dining eateries. The company is recognized for its signature deep-dish pizzas, extensive craft beer selections, and diverse menu of appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Founded in 1978, the enterprise employs over 22,000 team members across its restaurant footprint.

What's Ahead for BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

Investors tracking management behavior will monitor upcoming Form 4 filings for further clues regarding executive sentiment. The next major milestone for the business arrives with its earnings release on October 29, 2026, which will offer updated visibility into restaurant traffic and margin trends.