KLX Energy Services shares rise 10.04% after-hours as VP Bouthillette buys 16,500 shares.

KLX Energy Services Holdings, Inc. (KLXE) surged 10.04% in after-hours trading following a Form 4 filing disclosing that Vice President Max Bouthillette purchased 16,500 shares at $1.67 per share, totaling $27,555. The transaction, reported on December 16, 2025, increased his direct holdings to 142,865 shares. Insider buying often signals confidence in a company’s prospects, and the purchase occurred at a price below the post-market close of $1.8047, potentially indicating undervaluation. While the second news source (Yahoo Finance) was inaccessible, the VP’s acquisition directly correlates with the after-hours rally, suggesting investor optimism about the company’s strategic direction or operational performance.