Koji Kobayashi Buys Shares of Toyota Motor Corporation

Koji Kobayashi, an Executive Fellow at Toyota Motor Corporation, made a notable move by purchasing 330 shares of the company on June 25, 2026. The shares were bought at an average price of $16.71 each, bringing the total transaction value to approximately $5,514.30. This purchase was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan.

Insider Buying and Selling at Toyota Motor Corporation

On June 25, 2026, several insiders at Toyota Motor Corporation, including Koji Kobayashi, were active in the market. Miyazaki Yoichi, Executive Vice President, bought 132 shares, while Sato Koji, Vice Chairman, acquired 162 shares. Additionally, Asakura Masashi, Senior Fellow, purchased 86 shares and then an additional 26 shares. Akio Toyoda also bought 114 shares. All these transactions were executed at the same price of $16.71 per share.

Other Institutional Activity in Toyota Motor Corporation

Several institutional investors adjusted their positions in Toyota Motor Corporation. Fisher Asset Management increased its holdings by 71,544 shares, ending with 7,067,216 shares valued at about $1.46 billion. Morgan Stanley added 13,499 shares, bringing its total to 2,435,144 shares worth approximately $501.9 million. Goldman Sachs Group grew its stake by 76,723 shares to 1,226,890 shares, valued at $252.8 million, marking a 6.7% increase. Northern Trust Corp added 28,446 shares, resulting in 1,075,579 shares valued at $221.7 million, a 2.7% increase. FMR LLC increased its position by 149,697 shares, now holding 1,033,159 shares worth about $212.9 million, a 16.9% increase.

Toyota Motor Corporation Stock Down 11.8%

Shares of NYSE:TM traded near $171.48 on Monday. Toyota Motor Corporation boasts a market cap of approximately $203 billion and a P/E ratio of 9.4. The stock has a 52-week low of $166.10 and a high of $248.90. It has a 50-day moving average of $186.14 and a 200-day moving average of $205.71. The company's current ratio stands at 1.27, with a quick ratio of 1.02 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 107.06.

Recent Earnings

Toyota Motor Corporation reported revenue of over $50.68 trillion, with a revenue growth of 1.9%. The company posted an EPS of $18.25 and a net margin of 7.59%. Its return on equity was 10.23%. The next earnings report is due on August 6, 2026.

Dividend

Toyota offers an annual dividend rate of $6.27, yielding 3.65%, with a payout ratio of 31.4%. The ex-dividend date was not provided.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On April 6, 2026, Freedom Broker maintained its hold rating on Toyota, setting a price target of $232. Bank of America Securities reiterated its buy rating on May 11, 2023, with a target of $167.72. The consensus among analysts is a strong buy, with an average target price of $256.52 from four analysts.

About Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Motor Corporation, headquartered in Toyota, Japan, is a leading player in the consumer cyclical sector, specifically in auto manufacturing. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of vehicles, including passenger cars, minivans, and commercial vehicles, across the globe. Toyota also develops electric and hybrid vehicles and provides financial services such as leasing and insurance. Under the leadership of CEO Dr. Gill A. Pratt, Toyota employs approximately 390,927 people worldwide.

Bottom Line

Koji Kobayashi's recent purchase of Toyota shares highlights insider confidence in the company's prospects. As one of the world's largest automakers, Toyota's financials show solid performance, with robust earnings and a healthy dividend. Institutional investors continue to adjust their holdings, reflecting ongoing interest in the stock. Keep in mind that insider transactions are disclosed after the fact and do not necessarily predict future stock performance.