Ludmila Smolyansky Sells 40,000 Shares of Lifeway Foods
Lifeway Foods insider Ludmila Smolyansky sold 40,000 shares on June 24, 2026.
Key Points
- Ludmila Smolyansky sold 40,000 shares of Lifeway Foods for $1.20 million on June 24, 2026.
- Lifeway Foods traded near $29.39 on Saturday with a market cap of $449.1 million and a P/E ratio of 30.6.
- Analysts maintain a 'buy' rating with a target mean price of $34.5, following insider activity.
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Ludmila Smolyansky sold 40,000 shares of Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NasdaqGM: LWAY) on June 24, 2026. The shares were sold at an average price of $30.12, totaling approximately $1.20 million. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading arrangement.
Insider Buying and Selling at Lifeway Foods, Inc.
Ludmila Smolyansky has been active in selling shares recently. On June 25, 2026, she sold an additional 45,616 shares at $29.65 each. Other insiders have also been selling. Edward Smolyansky sold 38,452 shares at $29.85 on June 24, and 50,000 shares at $26.20 on June 22. Julie Smolyansky, CEO and President, sold 4,251 shares at $25.00 on June 17.
Lifeway Foods, Inc. Stock Up 11.5%
Shares of Lifeway Foods traded near $29.39 on Saturday. The company has a market cap of about $449.1 million and a P/E ratio of 30.6. Lifeway Foods' stock has seen a 52-week low of $17.31 and a high of $34.20. The stock's 50-day moving average is $25.65, while the 200-day moving average is $24.12. The company maintains a current ratio of 2.14 and a quick ratio of 1.44, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 8.30.
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Analysts Set New Price Targets
On April 28, 2026, Freedom Broker initiated coverage on Lifeway Foods with a 'buy' rating and a $34.00 price target. Benchmark also initiated coverage with a 'buy' rating and a $35.00 target back in November 2025. The consensus among analysts is a 'buy' rating, with a target mean price of $34.5 based on two analyst opinions.
About Lifeway Foods
Lifeway Foods, Inc. is a company based in Morton Grove, Illinois, specializing in probiotic-based products. It is best known for its drinkable kefir, a cultured dairy product available in various flavors and milk types. The company also produces European-style soft cheeses and other dairy products under the Lifeway, Fresh Made, and GlenOaks Farms brands. Lifeway Foods was founded in 1986 and is led by CEO Julie Smolyansky.
Bottom Line
Ludmila Smolyansky's recent sale of 40,000 shares is part of a broader trend of insider selling at Lifeway Foods. Investors often monitor such insider activities for insights into company prospects. However, it's important to remember that these actions are not necessarily indicative of future stock performance. Lifeway Foods continues to garner a 'buy' consensus from analysts, reflecting confidence in its market position and future potential.
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