Karalyn Yearout Sells Shares of Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Williams-Sonoma EVP Karalyn Yearout sold 1,112 shares on June 15, 2026.
Key Points
- Karalyn Yearout, EVP at Williams-Sonoma, sold 1,112 shares valued at $254,080.88 on June 15, 2026.
- Williams-Sonoma has a market cap of $26.29 billion and a P/E ratio of 25.06, trading near $223.29.
- Analysts have set a mean price target of $209.32 for Williams-Sonoma, with a 'buy' consensus.
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On June 15, 2026, Karalyn Yearout, Executive Vice President and Chief Talent Officer at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM), sold 1,112 shares of the company. The shares were sold at an average price of $228.49, totaling approximately $254,080.88. This transaction was part of a planned sale.
Insider Buying and Selling at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Karalyn Yearout's recent sale was conducted under a 10b5-1 plan, indicating it was pre-arranged. Other insiders, including Esi Eggleston Bracey, Scott Arnold Dahnke, William Ready, and Anne Finucane, also reported sales on June 11, 2026, though these were not planned transactions.
Other Institutional Activity in Williams-Sonoma
Among institutional investors, BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings by 270,789 shares, bringing its total to 11,594,826 shares valued at about $2.11 billion. Conversely, Aristotle Capital Management, LLC increased its position by 2,009,032 shares, now holding 11,140,471 shares worth approximately $2.03 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC both reported new positions, with 7,763,405 and 6,005,471 shares respectively.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Stock Down 5.0%
Shares of Williams-Sonoma (NYSE:WSM) traded near $223.29. The company boasts a market cap of $26.29 billion and a P/E ratio of 25.06. It has a beta of 1.512, with a 52-week trading range between $154.11 and $230.50. The stock's 50-day moving average is $192.24, and the 200-day average is $193.49.
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Recent Earnings
Williams-Sonoma reported revenues of $7.88 billion, reflecting a growth of 4.4%. The company achieved a net margin of 13.81% and a return on equity of 54.01%. Earnings per share stood at $8.91. The next earnings report is expected on August 26, 2026.
Dividend
Williams-Sonoma offers an annual dividend rate of $3.04, yielding 1.36% with a payout ratio of 30.72%. The company continues to provide a steady return to its shareholders through dividends.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 12, 2026, B of A Securities reinstated its 'buy' rating for Williams-Sonoma with a price target of $250. Telsey Advisory Group maintained its 'buy' rating with a target of $225 as of May 22, 2026. Overall, the consensus among 19 analysts is a 'buy' recommendation, with a mean target price of $209.32.
About Williams-Sonoma
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is a leading specialty retailer in the consumer cyclical sector, focusing on home products. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, and led by CEO Laura J. Alber, the company operates various well-known brands, including Pottery Barn and West Elm. It markets its products through multiple channels, including e-commerce, catalogs, and retail stores, employing around 19,800 people.
Bottom Line
Karalyn Yearout's planned sale of Williams-Sonoma shares is part of routine insider activity and may not reflect her outlook on the company. Williams-Sonoma remains a significant player in the specialty retail space, with strong financials and analyst support. Investors often track such insider sales and institutional movements to gauge market sentiment, though these 13F filings are historical and may not represent current positions.
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