Toyota Insider Masashi Asakura Acquires Shares
Masashi Asakura purchased 350 shares of Toyota Motor Corporation valued at $6,083.
Key Points
- Masashi Asakura, a Senior Fellow at Toyota, bought 350 shares of TM at $17.38 per share, totaling $6,083 on June 18, 2026.
- Toyota's stock traded near $171.59 on Monday, with a market cap of $205.96 billion and a P/E ratio of 9.45.
- Fisher Asset Management increased its Toyota holdings by 71,544 shares, totaling 7,067,216 shares worth about $1.46 billion.
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Masashi Asakura, a Senior Fellow at Toyota Motor Corporation, recently bought 350 shares of the company on June 18, 2026. This insider purchase was made at an average price of $17.38 per share, amounting to a total value of $6,083. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.
Other Institutional Activity in Toyota Motor Corporation
Several institutional investors have adjusted their positions in Toyota Motor Corporation. Fisher Asset Management grew its holdings by 71,544 shares, ending with 7,067,216 shares worth about $1.46 billion. Morgan Stanley added 13,499 shares, bringing its total to 2,435,144 shares valued at approximately $501.86 million. Goldman Sachs Group increased its stake by 76,723 shares, resulting in 1,226,890 shares valued at $252.85 million. Northern Trust Corp added 28,446 shares, reaching a total of 1,075,579 shares worth $221.67 million. FMR LLC boosted its position by 149,697 shares, totaling 1,033,159 shares valued at $212.92 million.
Toyota Motor Corporation Stock Down 13.9%
Shares of NYSE:TM traded near $171.59 on Monday. Toyota Motor Corporation boasts a market capitalization of approximately $205.96 billion and a P/E ratio of 9.45. The stock has experienced a 52-week low of $167.18 and a high of $248.90. Currently, its 50-day moving average stands at $190.44, with a 200-day moving average of $206.47. The company's beta is 0.306, indicating lower volatility compared to the market.
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Recent Earnings
Toyota reported revenue of approximately $50.68 trillion, with a revenue growth rate of 1.9%. The company achieved a net margin of 7.59% and a return on equity of 10.23%. Toyota's earnings per share stood at $18.40. The next earnings report is expected on August 6, 2026.
Dividend
Toyota pays an annual dividend rate of $6.27, yielding 3.6% with a payout ratio of 31.4%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Toyota Motor Corporation
On June 18, 2026, multiple insiders at Toyota Motor Corporation made stock purchases. Ueda Tatsuro, an Operating Officer, bought 10 shares, while Imura Takahiro, another Operating Officer, acquired 347 shares. Executive Fellow Tomoyama Shigeki purchased 36 shares. These transactions were all executed at an average price of $17.38 per share and were not planned trades.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On April 6, 2026, Freedom Broker maintained its hold rating on Toyota with a price target of $232. Bank of America Securities reiterated its buy rating with a target of $167.72 on May 11, 2023. Analysts have given Toyota a strong buy recommendation with an average target price of $256.52.
About Toyota Motor Corporation
Toyota Motor Corporation, headquartered in Toyota, Japan, is a global leader in the automotive industry. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of vehicles, including passenger cars, minivans, and commercial vehicles, under the Toyota and Lexus brands. Toyota is also engaged in developing hybrid and battery electric vehicles and offers financial services such as financing and leasing. Led by CEO Dr. Gill A. Pratt, Toyota employs over 390,000 people worldwide.
Bottom Line
Insider buying activity at Toyota Motor Corporation, such as Masashi Asakura's recent purchase, often draws attention from investors tracking company leadership's confidence in the stock. Toyota's stock remains a focus for institutions, with several funds adjusting their holdings. These insider and institutional moves, along with analyst ratings, provide insights into market sentiment towards Toyota.
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