BJ's Restaurants EVP Brian Krakower Sells Shares

Brian Krakower, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer of BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NasdaqGS: BJRI), sold 7,341 shares of the company on June 18, 2026. The shares were sold at an average price of $55.17, totaling $405,002.97. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

In addition to Brian Krakower's sale, other notable insider transactions at BJ's Restaurants on June 18, 2026, included EVP & Chief Development Officer Lynds Gregory selling 6,201 shares, and EVP & General Counsel Kendra Miller selling 19,261 shares. Meanwhile, Ottinger Lea Anne purchased 4,433 shares, and Noah Elbogen made both a sale and a purchase of 4,652 shares each.

Other Institutional Activity in BJ's Restaurants

Several institutional investors adjusted their positions in BJ's Restaurants. BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings by 42,911 shares, ending with 3,091,192 shares valued at about $108.5 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC opened a new position with 1,932,753 shares worth approximately $67.8 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its stake by 30,684 shares to 1,114,685 shares, valued at $39.1 million. Woodline Partners LP decreased its holdings by 73,666 shares, resulting in 983,280 shares worth $34.5 million. American Century Companies Inc added 45,067 shares, bringing its total to 942,846 shares valued at $33.1 million.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Stock Down 16.0%

Shares of BJ's Restaurants, Inc. traded near $54.55 on Tuesday. The company has a market cap of roughly $1.15 billion and a P/E ratio of 27.5, with a forward P/E of 21.0. The stock has a 52-week low of $28.46 and a high of $56.21, with a 50-day moving average of $42.60 and a 200-day moving average of $38.26. BJ's Restaurants has a beta of 1.36, indicating a moderate level of volatility compared to the market.

Recent Earnings

BJ's Restaurants reported revenue of approximately $1.41 billion, with a growth rate of 2.9%. The company's net margin stands at 3.15%, and its return on equity is 11.92%. The next earnings report is expected on July 30, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 7, 2026, Piper Sandler maintained a hold rating on BJ's Restaurants with a $43 price target. Barclays, on May 6, 2026, reiterated a sell rating with a $38 target. Benchmark continues to hold a buy rating, setting a target at $50. The consensus target price is $44.44, based on nine analyst opinions.

About BJ's Restaurants

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. operates a chain of full-service restaurants across the United States. Known for its wide-ranging menu, the company offers pizzas, craft beers, appetizers, entrées, and its signature Pizookie desserts. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, BJ's Restaurants employs over 22,000 people and is led by CEO Lyle D. Tick.

Bottom Line

Brian Krakower's recent sale of shares in BJ's Restaurants is part of ongoing insider activity in the company. Investors often watch such moves for insights into executive sentiment, though they don't necessarily indicate future stock performance. BJ's Restaurants continues to be a subject of analyst coverage, with varied ratings and price targets reflecting differing views on its valuation and prospects.