Five Below, Inc. Insider Buys Shares Amid Market Activity
Chief Legal Officer Yatrakis Christos George acquires 1,031 shares of Five Below.
Key Points
- Five Below's Chief Legal Officer, Yatrakis Christos George, bought 1,031 shares on June 15, 2026.
- Shares of Five Below (NasdaqGS: FIVE) traded at $189.41, with a market cap of $10.47 billion and a P/E ratio of 23.89.
- Analysts from Guggenheim, Barclays, and others have set new price targets, with a consensus 'buy' recommendation.
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Five Below, Inc. (NasdaqGS: FIVE) saw insider buying activity from its Chief Legal Officer, Yatrakis Christos George, who acquired 1,031 shares on June 15, 2026. The transaction did not involve a pre-planned trading plan, and the stock was trading at $189.41 at the time.
Insider Buying and Selling at Five Below, Inc.
On June 15, 2026, several insiders at Five Below, Inc. purchased shares. Yatrakis Christos George, the Chief Legal Officer, acquired 1,031 shares. Others involved in buying included Maureen Marie Gellerman, the CHRO, who bought 252 shares, and Kenneth Bull, the COO, who purchased 2,107 shares. These transactions were not part of any planned trading programs.
Other Institutional Activity in Five Below
BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings in Five Below by 107,695 shares, bringing its total to over 5 million shares worth approximately $1.14 billion. AQR Capital Management LLC significantly boosted its position by 757,764 shares, ending with about 1.93 million shares valued at $436.2 million. Meanwhile, American Century Companies Inc. slightly trimmed its stake by 21,798 shares, settling at 1.82 million shares worth $415.2 million.
Five Below, Inc. Stock Down 21.7%
Shares of Five Below (NasdaqGS: FIVE) traded near $189.41. The company boasts a market cap of $10.47 billion and a P/E ratio of 23.89. It has a beta of 0.969, indicating moderate volatility compared to the market. The stock's 52-week range is between $121.11 and $251.63, with a 50-day moving average of $219.26 and a 200-day moving average of $190.72. The company maintains a healthy current ratio of 2.098 and a quick ratio of 1.133, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 86.432.
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Recent Earnings
In its latest earnings, Five Below reported revenue of approximately $5.08 billion, with a growth rate of 32.5%. The company's net margin stood at 8.67%, and it achieved a return on equity of 21.13%. Earnings per share (EPS) came in at $7.93. The next earnings report is anticipated on August 26, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 8, 2026, Guggenheim maintained a 'buy' rating for Five Below, setting a price target of $250. Barclays and Mizuho both maintained 'hold' ratings with targets of $224 and $225, respectively. Craig-Hallum and BNP Paribas also reiterated 'buy' ratings, with BNP setting a higher target of $291. Overall, the consensus among 22 analysts is a 'buy' recommendation, with a mean price target of $260.68.
About Five Below, Inc.
Five Below, Inc. is a specialty value retailer based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It offers a wide range of products priced at $5 and below, including candy, accessories, and seasonal items. The company caters to a youthful audience with fun and affordable merchandise. Led by CEO Ms. Winifred Y. Park, Five Below operates numerous locations across the United States and employs about 7,800 people.
Bottom Line
The recent insider buying at Five Below highlights confidence among its executives. Investors often watch these transactions for potential signals, though they are not definitive indicators of future performance. With analysts maintaining a positive outlook and setting new price targets, Five Below remains a company to watch in the retail sector.
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