Constellation Brands Sees Insider Confidence Amidst Investor Interest
In this series, we explore insights from the latest Dividend Channel ”DividendRank” report, focusing on companies with insider buying in the past six months. When company officers and directors invest their own money into their firm’s stock, it usually signals strong confidence. They may see undervalued stocks or progress within the company — or perhaps both. Thus, when stocks show insider buying and rank highly, it’s wise for investors to take note. A prime example is Constellation Brands Inc (Symbol: STZ), which recently saw investment from Director William T. Giles.
Recent Insider Purchase Signals Value
On January 17, Giles invested $186,390.00 to purchase 1,000 shares of STZ at $186.39 each. For investors interested in buying, shares of Constellation Brands Inc were available at a lower price on Wednesday, with some trades recorded as low as $181.00, marking a 2.9% discount compared to Giles’ purchase. As of the latest trading session, shares of Constellation Brands Inc have dipped 0.72% today. The following chart illustrates STZ’s one-year performance relative to its 200-day moving average:
Stock Performance and Insider Activity
In the past year, STZ has experienced a price range of $176.51 to $274.87 per share, with a recent trade price of $180.76. Below is a summary of insider buying activity over the past six months:
Purchased | Insider | Title | Shares | Price/Share | Value |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
01/17/2025 | William T. Giles | Director | 1,000 | $186.39 | $186,390.00 |
Strong Fundamentals Highlighted in Report
The DividendRank report praised STZ for its strong financial metrics and profitability. It noted Constellation Brands Inc’s solid quarterly dividend history and favorable long-term growth rates in significant areas. It stated, ”Dividend investors looking for value generally seek to analyze strong, profitable companies that also trade at attractive valuations. Our proprietary DividendRank formula aims to identify these top-ranked stocks for further investor research.”
Long-Term Dividend History a Key Indicator
Constellation Brands Inc currently pays an annualized dividend of $4.04 per share, distributed quarterly, with the latest ex-dividend date on 02/07/2025. Analyzing the long-term dividend history, highlighted in the report, helps assess the reliability of current dividends:
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