Weyerhaeuser Company (WY) has recently announced that Director Lewis Sara Grootwassink has acquired 4,000 shares at a price of $25.29 per share on August 11, 2025.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY), a leading player in the Specialized REITs industry with a market capitalization of $19.1 billion, saw a notable insider transaction on August 11, 2025. Director Sara Grootwassink Lewis purchased 4,000 shares of the company's common stock at a price of $25.285 per share, totaling $101,140 [1].
The transaction occurred at a modest discount to the current trading price of $26.41, indicating a strategic move by Lewis. Following the purchase, Lewis's direct ownership of Weyerhaeuser common stock increased to 21,478 shares, excluding 4,096 shares owned indirectly by trust [1].
Weyerhaeuser's recent financial performance has been mixed. The company reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.12 for the second quarter of 2025, slightly below the forecasted $0.13, but with stronger-than-expected revenue of $1.9 billion, exceeding projections by $10 million [1]. Despite the minor EPS miss, the company maintained its dividend payment streak of 55 consecutive years, offering a 3.18% yield. Analysts have set price targets ranging from $29 to $38, suggesting potential upside from current levels [1].
Institutional investors have also shown strong interest in Weyerhaeuser. Aigen Investment Management LP, for instance, grew its holdings by 294.7% in the first quarter, owning 43,959 shares after acquiring an additional 32,822 shares during the period [2]. This substantial increase in institutional holdings underscores confidence in Weyerhaeuser's prospects.
The company's stock performance has been relatively stable, with a 1-year low of $24.10 and a 1-year high of $34.03. The stock's 50-day simple moving average is $26.07, and its 200-day simple moving average is $27.29. The company maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.45, a current ratio of 1.04, and a quick ratio of 0.68 [2].
In conclusion, Director Sara Grootwassink Lewis's purchase of 4,000 shares of Weyerhaeuser common stock at a discounted price reflects a strategic investment in the company's future. The company's recent financial performance and the strong interest from institutional investors indicate a positive outlook for Weyerhaeuser.
References:
[1] https://ca.investing.com/news/insider-trading-news/weyerhaeuser-wy-director-lewis-buys-101k-in-shares-93CH-4157289
[2] https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-weyerhaeuser-company-nysewy-shares-acquired-by-aigen-investment-management-lp-2025-08-11/
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