Rep. Gilbert Cisneros Buys Veralto (VLTO) Stock

On May 11, 2026, Gilbert Cisneros, a member of the House, purchased shares of Veralto Corporation (NYSE:VLTO). The transaction was valued between $1,001 and $15,000, according to the STOCK Act disclosures. This purchase was reported on June 9, 2026.

Other Institutional Activity in Veralto Corporation

Several major institutional investors have also been active in Veralto Corporation recently. BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 638,028 shares, bringing its total to 24,929,550 shares, valued at approximately $2.20 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 15,706,449 shares worth about $1.39 billion. Meanwhile, T. Rowe Price Investment Management, Inc. significantly boosted its stake by 2,413,819 shares, ending with 7,875,283 shares valued at $696.3 million.

Veralto Corporation Stock Down 12.5%

Shares of Veralto Corporation (NYSE:VLTO) are trading around $83.36. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $20.47 billion and a P/E ratio of 21.48. Veralto’s stock has ranged from a 52-week low of $80.03 to a high of $110.11. It maintains a 50-day moving average of $87.09 and a 200-day moving average of $96.33. The company's beta is 0.848, indicating less volatility compared to the market.

Recent Earnings

Veralto Corporation reported revenues of approximately $5.59 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 6.8%. The company achieved a net margin of 17.33% and a return on equity of 36.46%. Earnings per share stood at $3.88. The next earnings release is anticipated on April 28, 2026.

Dividend

Veralto offers an annual dividend rate of $0.52, yielding 0.62%. The dividend payout ratio is 12.37%, indicating a conservative approach to profit distribution.

Insider Buying and Selling at Veralto Corporation

Recent insider activity at Veralto includes Lesley Beneteau, SVP and CHRO, selling 423 shares at an average price of $84.83 on May 15, 2026. Earlier, on May 1, 2026, Bernard Skeete, Chief Accounting Officer, sold 300 shares at $88.21. Notably, on March 1, 2026, several insiders, including President and CEO Jennifer Honeycutt, acquired shares, with Honeycutt purchasing 91,273 shares.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts have recently set new price targets for Veralto Corporation. On May 1, 2026, UBS maintained a 'hold' rating with a $101 target. Barclays, on April 30, 2026, maintained a 'buy' rating with a target of $113. The consensus among 17 analysts is a 'buy' rating, with a mean target price of $108.06.

About Veralto Corporation

Veralto Corporation, headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, operates in the industrials sector, focusing on pollution and treatment controls. The company provides water analytics, treatment solutions, and packaging and color solutions globally. It operates through its Water Quality and Product Quality & Innovation segments, serving industries such as municipal utilities, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals. Led by CEO Ms. Jennifer L. Honeycutt, Veralto employs approximately 17,000 people.

Bottom Line

Gilbert Cisneros’s recent purchase of Veralto shares highlights ongoing interest in the company from various stakeholders. Veralto’s solid market position and diversified operations make it a notable player in its sector. Investors keep a close watch on such trades, although it's important to remember that these filings are retrospective and may not reflect current positions.