Richard Markee Acquires Shares of Five Below

On June 16, 2026, Richard Markee acquired 976 shares of Five Below, Inc. (NasdaqGS: FIVE). This insider transaction did not involve a planned purchase and there was no disclosed purchase price. The stock was trading at $191.26 on the day of the transaction.

Other Institutional Activity in Five Below

BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings in Five Below by 107,695 shares, bringing its total to 5,012,041 shares valued at about $1.14 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC both established positions, each holding 2,474,079 and 2,398,669 shares respectively, with values around $565.28 million and $548.05 million. AQR Capital Management LLC significantly boosted its stake by 757,764 shares to a total of 1,926,596 shares, valued at approximately $436.19 million. Meanwhile, American Century Companies Inc. slightly reduced its position by 21,798 shares, ending with 1,817,317 shares worth $415.22 million.

Five Below, Inc. Stock Down 20.9%

Shares of Five Below, Inc. traded near $191.26. The company boasts a market capitalization of approximately $10.58 billion and a P/E ratio of 24.1. The stock's 52-week range is from $121.11 to $251.63, with a 50-day moving average of $218.56 and a 200-day moving average of $190.96. Five Below maintains a current ratio of 2.10 and a quick ratio of 1.13, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 86.43.

Recent Earnings

Five Below reported revenue of $5.08 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 32.5%. The company's earnings per share (EPS) stood at $7.93, with a net margin of 8.67% and a return on equity (ROE) of 21.13%. The next earnings report is expected on August 26, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at Five Below, Inc.

On June 16, 2026, several insiders, including Zuhairah Scott Washington, Michael Devine III, Ronald Sargent, Dinesh Lathi, and Robert Lynch, each purchased 976 shares of Five Below. These transactions were not part of any prearranged trading plans.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 8, 2026, Guggenheim maintained its 'buy' rating for Five Below with a price target of $250. Barclays and Mizuho both maintained 'hold' ratings with targets of $224 and $225, respectively, on June 5 and June 4. Craig-Hallum, BNP Paribas, and Loop Capital all reiterated 'buy' ratings, setting price targets at $270, $291, and $250, respectively. The consensus among 22 analysts is a 'buy' recommendation, with a mean target price of $260.68.

About Five Below, Inc.

Five Below, Inc. is a specialty value retailer headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The company offers a wide range of products including candy, snacks, personal care items, and lifestyle goods, all priced typically at $5 or below. Led by CEO Ms. Winifred Y. Park, Five Below operates across the United States and employs around 7,800 people. The company's diverse product offerings cater to various seasonal and everyday needs, making it a popular destination for affordable shopping.

Bottom Line

Richard Markee's purchase of Five Below shares adds to a series of insider buys, indicating confidence in the company's prospects. Five Below's strong financial performance, combined with positive analyst sentiment, suggests continued interest in the stock. Investors often watch insider transactions for potential insights, though it's important to remember that these are backward-looking disclosures.