StandardAero Surges to 226th in Trading Volume with $397 Million Day Despite Stock Decline

On May 22, 2025, StandardAero (SARO) experienced a significant trading volume of $397 million, marking a 397.14% increase from the previous day. This surge placed the company at the 226th position in terms of trading volume for the day. However, the stock price of StandardAero declined by 1.34%, marking the fifth consecutive day of decline, with a total decrease of 7.32% over the past five days.

StandardAero recently announced the pricing of its secondary offering, where affiliates of The Carlyle Group Inc. and GIC sold 30 million shares of the company's common stock at $28.00 per share. The Selling Stockholders will receive all the net proceeds from this offering, with no shares being sold by the company itself. The offering is expected to close on May 23, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. The underwriters have been granted a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 4.5 million shares of common stock.

This secondary offering is part of a broader strategy by StandardAero to manage its shareholder base and optimize its capital structure. The company, known for its comprehensive suite of aerospace engine aftermarket services, serves the commercial, military, and business aviation markets. The offering is expected to provide liquidity to the selling stockholders while allowing StandardAero to focus on its core operations and growth initiatives.