Kendra Miller Acquires Shares in BJ's Restaurants

Kendra Miller, the Executive Vice President and General Counsel at BJ's Restaurants, Inc., recently bought 19,261 shares of the company. This insider transaction, which occurred on June 18, 2026, was valued at approximately $663,489.45, with an average purchase price of $34.45 per share. The transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Other Institutional Activity in BJ's Restaurants

Several institutional investors have adjusted their positions in BJ's Restaurants recently. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC opened a new position with 1,932,753 shares valued at about $67.8 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its holdings by 30,684 shares, bringing its total to 1,114,685 shares worth approximately $39.1 million, marking a 2.8% increase. On the other hand, BlackRock, Inc. trimmed its stake by 42,911 shares, now holding 3,091,192 shares valued at $108.5 million, a 1.4% decrease. Woodline Partners LP reduced its position by 73,666 shares, leaving it with 983,280 shares worth $34.5 million, a 7.0% decrease.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Stock Down 16.0%

Shares of NasdaqGS:BJRI traded near $54.55 on Tuesday. BJ's Restaurants has a market capitalization of approximately $1.15 billion and a P/E ratio of 27.5. The stock has experienced a 52-week low of $28.46 and a high of $56.21. Its 50-day moving average is $42.60, while the 200-day moving average stands at $38.26. The company shows a current ratio of 0.312 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 124.19, indicating its financial leverage.

Recent Earnings

In its most recent earnings report, BJ's Restaurants posted revenue of $1.41 billion, reflecting a 2.9% growth. The company achieved a net margin of 3.1% and a return on equity of 11.9%. Earnings per share were reported at $1.99. The next earnings announcement is scheduled for July 30, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 7, 2026, Piper Sandler maintained a hold rating on BJ's Restaurants with a price target of $43. Barclays also maintained its sell rating with a target of $38 on May 6, 2026. Benchmark, on the same day, continued its buy rating, setting a target of $50. The consensus among analysts is a hold rating, with an average target price of approximately $44.44, based on opinions from nine analysts.

About BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. operates a chain of full-service restaurants across the United States. Known for its wide array of menu offerings, including pizzas, craft beers, and specialty desserts like Pizookie, the company caters to a diverse clientele. Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, BJ's Restaurants was founded in 1978 and is led by CEO Mr. Lyle D. Tick. The company employs over 22,000 people and is part of the consumer cyclical sector, specifically within the restaurant industry.

Bottom Line

Kendra Miller's recent purchase of BJ's Restaurants shares is a notable insider transaction, reflecting confidence in the company's prospects. BJ's Restaurants continues to be a significant player in the full-service dining sector, with a solid market presence and steady earnings growth. Investors and analysts keep a close watch on such insider activities and institutional movements, although these filings are backward-looking and may not represent current positions.