Brian Shirley Sells Shares of Advanced Energy Industries

Brian Shirley, an insider at Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NasdaqGS: AEIS), sold 1,234 shares of the company on June 15, 2026. The shares were sold at an average price of $372.35, totaling approximately $459,479.90. This transaction was part of a planned sale.

Insider Buying and Selling at Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.

Brian Shirley's recent sale was under a Rule 10b5-1 plan, indicating it was pre-scheduled. Earlier, on May 7, 2026, Shirley bought 587 shares, alongside other insiders like Anne Delsanto and Lanesha Minnix, who also made purchases on the same day.

Other Institutional Activity in Advanced Energy Industries

BlackRock, Inc. increased its stake in Advanced Energy Industries by 385,714 shares, bringing its total holdings to 6,470,740 shares, valued at approximately $2.09 billion. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC established a position with 2,319,376 shares, valued at $748.5 million. Invesco Ltd. added 258,729 shares to its holdings, ending with 1,832,738 shares worth about $591.4 million. Conversely, FMR LLC reduced its position by 285,971 shares, now holding 1,586,650 shares valued at $512 million.

Advanced Energy Industries Stock Snapshot

Shares of Advanced Energy Industries are trading around $350.45. The company has a market cap of approximately $14 billion and a P/E ratio of 73.01, with a forward P/E of 29.75. The stock's 52-week range spans from $124.20 to $397.44, with a 50-day moving average of $348.02 and a 200-day moving average of $263.19. The company's current ratio is 1.59, and its debt-to-equity ratio stands at 49.34.

Recent Earnings

In its recent earnings report, Advanced Energy Industries posted revenue of $1.91 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 26.3%. The company reported an EPS of $4.80, with a net margin of 10% and a return on equity of 14.7%. The next earnings release is scheduled for August 4, 2026.

Dividend

Advanced Energy Industries pays an annual dividend of $0.40 per share, yielding 0.11%. The dividend payout ratio is a modest 8.32%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 11, 2026, Cantor Fitzgerald initiated coverage of Advanced Energy Industries with a "buy" rating and a price target of $400. Citigroup maintained its "buy" rating on May 6, 2026, with a target of $410. Analysts have a consensus "buy" rating with a mean price target of $394.50, based on ten analyst opinions.

About Advanced Energy Industries

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. specializes in precision power conversion, measurement, and control solutions for various industries, including semiconductor, industrial, medical, and telecommunications. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company is led by CEO Stephen D. Kelley and employs about 13,000 people worldwide. Advanced Energy provides a range of products and services, including plasma power products, high and low voltage power products, and advanced measurement and calibration solutions.

Bottom Line

Brian Shirley's planned sale of Advanced Energy Industries shares is part of routine insider trading activity. While the stock remains a focus for investors due to its market position and growth potential, it's important to note that insider transactions do not necessarily reflect a company's future performance. As always, 13F filings and insider trades provide a snapshot of past actions and may not indicate current or future positions.