Donald J Trump (R) Buys Shares of Avantor, Inc.
Trump's purchase of Avantor shares valued between $15,001 and $50,000 was reported on July 1, 2026.
Financial Disclosure Report
United States Congress • Office of Public Records • Washington, DC
Filer Information
- Name:
- Donald J Trump (R)
- Status:
- Member
- Party:
- republican
Filing Information
- Filing Type:
- Periodic Transaction Report
- Filing Year:
- 2026
- Filing Date:
- Jul 1, 2026
Schedule B: Transactions
| Asset | Transaction | Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avantor, Inc. ($AVTR) | Buy | May 22, 2026 | $15,001 - $50,000 |
Key Points
- Donald J Trump bought shares of Avantor, Inc. (AVTR) valued between $15,001 and $50,000, reported on July 1, 2026.
- Avantor's stock traded near $9.90 on Wednesday with a market cap of about $6.76 billion and a forward P/E of 11.63.
- Insiders at Avantor, including Gregory Lucier, bought shares in May 2026, and analysts like Bernstein have a 'hold' rating.
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On July 1, 2026, it was disclosed that Donald J Trump purchased shares of Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR). The transaction, valued between $15,001 and $50,000, occurred on May 22, 2026. This purchase was reported under the STOCK Act, which mandates disclosure of trades by U.S. politicians.
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Other Institutional Activity in Avantor, Inc.
Several institutional investors have been active in Avantor, Inc. Dodge & Cox increased its holdings by 2,583,186 shares, ending with 119,648,329 shares valued at approximately $938.0 million. BlackRock, Inc. added 6,106,628 shares, bringing its total to 65,703,554 shares worth about $515.1 million, marking a 10.2% increase. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC and Vanguard Capital Management LLC both opened new positions, with 31,275,847 and 30,606,112 shares respectively, valued at $245.2 million and $239.9 million. Wellington Management Group LLP also increased its stake by 787,520 shares, now holding 24,224,156 shares worth $189.9 million, a 3.4% increase.
Avantor, Inc. Stock Down 32.1%
Shares of Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR) traded near $9.90 on Wednesday. The company has a market cap of about $6.76 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 11.63, indicating potential earnings growth. Avantor's stock has a 52-week low of $7.27 and a high of $15.93. Its 50-day moving average is $8.70, while the 200-day moving average is $10.42. The company's beta is 0.961, suggesting moderate volatility compared to the market. Avantor's current ratio is 1.76, and its quick ratio is 1.01, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 68.29.
$AVTR stock price
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Recent Earnings
Avantor reported revenue of $6.55 billion with no growth, and a net margin of -8.42%. Its return on equity stands at -9.44%. The company posted a loss per share of $0.81. The next earnings report is scheduled for July 31, 2026.
Insider Buying and Selling at Avantor, Inc.
Insider activity at Avantor shows recent buying. Gregory Lucier purchased 10,000 shares at an average price of $8.32 on May 8, 2026. On May 7, several insiders, including Louise Makin and Michael Severino, each bought 25,270 shares, though the price was not disclosed. Corey Walker, President of VWR Distribution & Services, sold 3,010 shares at $9.58 on June 21, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 26, 2026, Bernstein reinstated its 'hold' rating for Avantor with a price target of $10.50. Barclays maintained a 'sell' rating with an $8.00 target on June 24, 2026. Wolfe Research also assumes a 'sell' rating with a $7.00 target as of June 2, 2026. The consensus among 16 analysts is a 'hold' recommendation, with a mean target price of $9.78.
About Avantor, Inc.
Avantor, Inc. is a healthcare company based in Radnor, Pennsylvania. It provides essential products and services to industries such as biopharma, healthcare, education, and government. The company offers a wide range of materials, consumables, equipment, and scientific services worldwide. Led by CEO Emmanuel Ligner, Avantor employs approximately 13,500 people.
Bottom Line
Donald J Trump's purchase of Avantor shares highlights investor interest in the company, which operates in the medical instruments and supplies industry. The stock's recent performance and insider activities suggest a dynamic environment, with analysts providing mixed ratings. As always, remember that 13F filings and politician disclosures are backward-looking and may not reflect current positions.
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