Leggett & Platt Executive Buys Shares Amidst Market Activity

Odaffer Lindsey Nicole, EVP at Leggett & Platt, acquired 82 shares, boosting her holdings.

Written by EarningsIQ · Published Jun 16, 2026, 2:03 AM EDT · Updated Jun 16, 2026, 1:01 PM EDT

Key Points

On June 12, 2026, Odaffer Lindsey Nicole, EVP at Leggett & Platt, bought 82 shares at $9.01 each.
Leggett & Platt trades on the NYSE with a market cap of $1.47 billion and a P/E ratio of 6.69.
Analysts from Truist Securities and Piper Sandler maintain a 'hold' rating with targets around $11-$12.

On June 12, 2026, Odaffer Lindsey Nicole, the Executive Vice President and Chief HR Officer at Leggett & Platt, Incorporated, purchased 82 shares of the company at an average price of $9.01 each. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at Leggett & Platt, Incorporated

In a series of insider transactions on June 12, 2026, several executives at Leggett & Platt increased their shareholdings. Among them, Ryan Michael Kleiboeker, EVP-Chief Strategic Planning Officer, acquired 86 shares at $9.01 each. Robert Jr Smith, EVP, President - Spec. and FF&T, picked up 310 shares at $8.6681 each, while President and CEO Karl Glassman bought 274 shares at $9.01 each. Jennifer Joy Davis, EVP - General Counsel, and Benjamin Michael Burns, Executive Vice President - CFO, also purchased shares at the same price.

Leggett & Platt Stock Snapshot

Shares of Leggett & Platt (NYSE:LEG) traded near $10.60. The company, with a market cap of approximately $1.47 billion, has a P/E ratio of 6.69 and a forward P/E of 10.64. Its beta of 0.762 suggests lower volatility compared to the market average. The stock's 52-week range has been between $7.86 and $13.00, with moving averages of $10.44 for 50 days and $10.42 for 200 days.

Other Institutional Activity in Leggett & Platt

Several institutional investors have adjusted their positions in Leggett & Platt. BlackRock, Inc. trimmed its holdings by 267,808 shares, ending with about 21.96 million shares valued at $216.9 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC took a new position, acquiring 12.2 million shares worth approximately $120.6 million. Similarly, Vanguard Capital Management LLC added 5.77 million shares, bringing its total to about 5.77 million shares valued at $57.1 million. Forest Avenue Capital Management LP significantly increased its stake by 2.47 million shares, now holding 3.7 million shares worth $36.6 million.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analyst firms have maintained their ratings for Leggett & Platt. On May 8, 2026, Truist Securities maintained a 'hold' rating with a price target of $11. Piper Sandler also kept a 'hold' rating with a target of $12 as of December 11, 2025. The consensus target price among analysts is around $11.50, with two analysts offering opinions.

About Leggett & Platt

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated designs and manufactures engineered components and products for a variety of industries. Based in Carthage, Missouri, and led by CEO Karl Glassman, the company employs approximately 15,900 people. Its product range includes steel rods, innersprings, and foam chemicals for bedding and furniture, as well as automotive and aerospace components. Founded in 1883, Leggett & Platt serves markets worldwide, including the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Bottom Line

Odaffer Lindsey Nicole's purchase of shares in Leggett & Platt highlights ongoing insider interest in the company. As market participants track these insider activities, it's important to remember that such transactions are disclosed after they occur, and may not always predict future stock performance. Leggett & Platt continues to be a key player in the consumer cyclical sector, with analysts maintaining a cautious 'hold' stance.