William Gray Acquires Shares in United Parks & Resorts

On June 16, 2026, William Gray purchased 5,404 shares of United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE:PRKS) at an average price of $46.25 per share. This transaction was valued at $249,935 and was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at United Parks & Resorts Inc.

William Gray was not alone in his purchase on June 16. Other insiders, including Nathaniel Lipman, Timothy Hartnett, Kimberly Schaefer, and James Chambers, each acquired 5,404 shares at the same price. These transactions were also not part of pre-planned programs.

Other Institutional Activity in United Parks & Resorts

Several institutional investors have been active in United Parks & Resorts Inc. Hill Path Capital LP maintained its position with 27,205,306 shares valued at approximately $888.5 million. BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 22,250 shares, bringing its total to 4,096,941 shares worth about $133.8 million. Meanwhile, River Road Asset Management, LLC added 23,855 shares to end with 2,080,204 shares valued at around $67.9 million. On the other hand, GoldenTree Asset Management LP reduced its stake by 376,987 shares to hold 2,061,450 shares, valued at about $67.2 million.

United Parks & Resorts Inc. Stock Up 9.8%

Shares of United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE:PRKS) recently traded at $46.64. The company has a market cap of approximately $2.2 billion, a P/E ratio of 17.53, and a forward P/E of 9.90. The stock's beta is 1.183, indicating a moderate level of volatility. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has ranged from a low of $28.77 to a high of $56.95, with a 50-day moving average of $38.16 and a 200-day moving average of $39.54.

Recent Earnings

In its latest financial report, United Parks & Resorts Inc. posted revenue of $1.65 billion, reflecting a slight decrease of 3%. The company reported earnings per share (EPS) of $2.66, with a net margin of 9.1%. The next earnings announcement is expected on August 6, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts have been active in setting new price targets for United Parks & Resorts. On May 12, 2026, Mizuho maintained its 'buy' rating with a price target of $48.00. On the same day, Stifel downgraded the stock to 'hold' with a $40.00 target. Overall, the consensus recommendation is 'buy', with a mean target price of $44.50 based on 10 analyst opinions.

About United Parks & Resorts

United Parks & Resorts Inc. operates a portfolio of theme parks and entertainment venues across the United States. The company owns and licenses parks under well-known brands such as SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, and Aquatica. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, United Parks & Resorts employs about 3,300 people and is led by CEO Marc G. Swanson, CPA. Founded in 1959, the company continues to be a major player in the leisure industry.

Bottom Line

William Gray's recent purchase of shares in United Parks & Resorts reflects ongoing insider interest in the company. With a solid market position and a diverse portfolio of theme parks, the company remains a focal point for investors. Analyst ratings suggest a positive outlook, though investors should remember that insider transactions are just one factor to consider.