BJ's Restaurants Insider Ottinger Sells Shares

On June 18, 2026, insider Ottinger Lea Anne sold 2,792 shares of BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NasdaqGS: BJRI) at an average price of $53.50 per share. This transaction was valued at $149,372 and was not part of a planned trading program.

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

Several insiders at BJ's Restaurants were active on June 18, 2026. Ottinger Lea Anne sold 2,792 shares, while EVP and Chief Development Officer Gregory Lynds sold 6,201 shares. Kendra Miller, EVP and General Counsel, also sold 19,261 shares. Meanwhile, Noah Elbogen and Brian Krakower, EVP and Chief Information Officer, sold 4,652 and 7,341 shares, respectively. Additionally, Noah Elbogen bought 4,652 shares at $37.70 each.

Other Institutional Activity in BJ's Restaurants

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

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Stock Down 16.0%

Shares of BJ's Restaurants, Inc. traded near $54.72 on Tuesday. The company has a market cap of approximately $1.15 billion and a P/E ratio of 27.5. Its stock has seen a 52-week low of $28.46 and a high of $56.21. The 50-day moving average is $42.60, and the 200-day moving average is $38.26. BJ's has a beta of 1.363, indicating its stock is more volatile than the market.

Recent Earnings

BJ's Restaurants reported revenue of $1.41 billion, with a growth rate of 2.9%. The company achieved a net margin of 3.1% and a return on equity of 11.9%. BJ's earnings per share stood at $1.99. The next earnings report 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 and Benchmark also maintained their ratings on May 6, with price targets of $38 and $50, respectively. The consensus among analysts is a hold, with an average target price of $44.44 based on nine opinions.

About BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. operates a chain of full-service restaurants across the United States, offering a wide menu that includes pizzas, craft beers, appetizers, entrées, and desserts like their famous Pizookie. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, the company is led by CEO Mr. Lyle D. Tick and employs over 22,000 people. BJ's is part of the Consumer Cyclical sector and the Restaurants industry.

Bottom Line

Insider selling at BJ's Restaurants, particularly by Ottinger Lea Anne, is one of several transactions recorded recently. Investors often track such insider activities to gauge management's confidence in the company's prospects. It's important to remember that these insider sales do not necessarily indicate a lack of confidence. The stock's performance remains influenced by broader market trends and the company's financial health.