National CineMedia CEO Thomas Lesinski Sells Shares

Thomas Lesinski, the CEO of National CineMedia, Inc. (NasdaqGS:NCMI), sold 46,100 shares of the company on June 25, 2026. This planned transaction was executed at an average price of $3.55 per share, totaling approximately $163,655.

Insider Buying and Selling at National CineMedia, Inc.

Thomas Lesinski, the Chief Executive Officer, executed a planned sale of 46,100 shares on June 25, 2026, at $3.55 each. The day following, he sold another 28,900 shares at $3.62 per share. Additionally, Ronnie Ng, the Chief Financial Officer, sold 19,000 shares at $3.42 on June 22, 2026, under a planned transaction.

Other Institutional Activity in National CineMedia

Several institutional investors have recently adjusted their holdings in National CineMedia. Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management LLC increased its stake by 1,959,940 shares, ending with 7,897,853 shares valued at around $24.1 million, a 33.0% increase. Vanguard Capital Management LLC initiated a new position with 3,228,371 shares valued at approximately $9.8 million. Meanwhile, Orbis Allan Gray Ltd reduced its holdings by 385,847 shares, now holding 9,138,042 shares worth about $27.9 million, a 4.1% decrease.

National CineMedia, Inc. Stock Up 46.5%

Shares of NasdaqGS:NCMI traded near $3.75 on Tuesday. National CineMedia has a market capitalization of approximately $351.7 million and a forward P/E ratio of 25.9. The stock's 52-week range has been between $2.78 and $5.14, with a 50-day moving average of $3.41 and a 200-day moving average of $3.77. The company holds a current ratio of 1.815 and a quick ratio of 1.713, reflecting its liquidity position.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 12, 2026, Wedbush maintained its buy rating on National CineMedia with a price target of $6.0. Barrington Research also maintained its buy rating with a target of $5.5 on January 26, 2026. B. Riley Securities maintained a hold rating with a target of $4.0 on January 22, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a buy rating, with an average target price of $5.25.

About National CineMedia, Inc.

National CineMedia, Inc. operates a cinema advertising network across North America. Based in Centennial, Colorado, the company offers advertising services through its subsidiary, National CineMedia, LLC. It sells advertising to national, regional, and local businesses, featuring content on movie screens and theater lobby displays. The company also provides digital advertising solutions and employs around 248 people. Thomas F. Lesinski serves as the CEO.

Bottom Line

Thomas Lesinski's recent stock sale is a planned transaction and part of regular insider activity at National CineMedia. Investors often watch insider sales for insights, but these actions can be part of scheduled plans. The company's stock remains under analyst coverage, with a generally positive outlook, as reflected in recent price target affirmations.