Kenneth Parent Buys Shares of BJ's Wholesale Club
Kenneth Parent acquired 2,288 shares of BJ's Wholesale Club on June 18.
Key Points
- Kenneth Parent purchased 2,288 shares of BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. on June 18, 2026.
- Shares of NYSE:BJ traded near $85.22 on Tuesday, with a market cap of $10.7 billion and a P/E ratio of 19.27.
- Analysts from Citigroup and DA Davidson maintain a 'buy' rating, with price targets of $100 and $114 respectively.
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Kenneth Parent, an insider at BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BJ), recently bought 2,288 shares of the company. This transaction took place on June 18, 2026. Shares traded near $85.22 on Tuesday, reflecting the current market sentiment toward the company.
Insider Buying and Selling at BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.
Several insiders, including Darryl Brown, Robert Allan Steele, and Maile Naylor, also bought 2,288 shares each on June 18, 2026. None of these transactions were part of a pre-planned trading arrangement, indicating direct market purchases.
Other Institutional Activity in BJ's Wholesale Club
BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings in BJ's Wholesale Club by 135,962 shares, bringing its total to 12,412,754 shares valued at approximately $1.22 billion, reflecting a 1.1% increase. Victory Capital Management Inc., on the other hand, reduced its position by 1,676,107 shares, ending with 11,254,181 shares worth about $1.11 billion, a 13% decrease. Franklin Resources Inc. added 605,769 shares, now holding 7,120,411 shares valued at $700.8 million, marking a 9.3% increase. Additionally, Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC and Vanguard Capital Management LLC both opened new positions.
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. Stock Down 7.5%
Shares of BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) traded near $85.22 on Tuesday. The company has a market cap of $10.7 billion and a P/E ratio of 19.27. Its stock has ranged from a 52-week low of $83.23 to a high of $115.43. The company's 50-day moving average is $91.75, and its 200-day moving average is $93.79. BJ's Wholesale Club operates with a current ratio of 0.727 and a quick ratio of 0.114, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 134.58.
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Recent Earnings
BJ's Wholesale Club reported revenue of $21.97 billion, showing a growth rate of 9.9%. The company achieved a net profit margin of 2.6% and a return on equity of 27.9%. Its earnings per share stood at $4.35. The next earnings report is anticipated on August 20, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On May 26, 2026, Citigroup maintained a 'buy' rating with a price target of $100. JP Morgan also maintained a 'hold' rating with a $98 target on the same date. DA Davidson reiterated its 'buy' rating on March 6, 2026, with a target of $114. The consensus recommendation for BJ's Wholesale Club is a 'buy', with an average target price of $101.10 from 20 analyst opinions.
About BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. operates membership warehouse clubs across the eastern United States. The company offers a wide range of products including groceries, fresh food, general merchandise, and gasoline. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, BJ's Wholesale Club is led by CEO Robert W. Eddy and employs approximately 35,000 people.
Bottom Line
Kenneth Parent's purchase of BJ's shares is one of several insider buys, suggesting confidence in the company. BJ's Wholesale Club has shown solid financial performance, with steady revenue growth and a healthy return on equity. While analysts maintain a generally positive outlook, investors should remember that insider transactions are disclosed after they occur and may not predict future stock performance.
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