JFB Construction CFO Purchases Approximately $30,000 in the Company’s Common Stock on the Open Market
Rhea-AI Summary
JFB Construction Holdings (Nasdaq: JFB) announced that Chief Financial Officer Ruben Calderon purchased 1,550 shares of the company’s common stock on the open market at an average price of $18.72 per share on December 9, 2025.
The purchase equals approximately $30,000 and, according to the CFO quote, is intended to signal confidence in JFB Construction’s financial strength and growth prospects for 2026 and beyond.
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Market Reaction 15 min delay 18 Alerts
Following this news, JFB has declined 16.05%, reflecting a significant negative market reaction. Our momentum scanner has triggered 18 alerts so far, indicating notable trading interest and price volatility. The stock is currently trading at $16.00. This price movement has removed approximately $30M from the company's valuation. Trading volume is exceptionally heavy at 5.2x the average, suggesting significant selling pressure.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus 1 Down
JFB was up 12.91% while peers were mixed: AEI up 8.19%, OZ up 0.71%, AXR down 4.21%, MRNO down 26.42%, and LPA flat. Momentum scanner only flagged SGD moving down, supporting a stock-specific move rather than a broad sector trend.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 08 | Revenue outlook update | Positive | +11.3% | Guided Q4 2025 revenues to rise over 20% versus prior year. |
| Nov 11 | Strategic relationship news | Positive | -5.9% | Highlighted exclusive role with European Wax Center at 2026 conference. |
| Nov 04 | Major project bond | Positive | +1.8% | Approval of $18.9M bond for $100M DeSoto County school project. |
| Oct 15 | Contract execution | Positive | -1.5% | Executed $18.8M contract for Phase 1 of DeSoto County high school. |
| Oct 02 | Private placement financing | Positive | +9.9% | Closed ~$43.9M PIPE financing with preferred stock and warrants. |
Recent news has been mostly positive, with three of five past announcements followed by positive price reactions and two showing divergence, indicating occasionally inconsistent market responses.
Over the last few months, JFB reported several growth and financing milestones. On Oct 2, 2025, it closed a private placement of about $43.9 million, followed by an $18.8 million DeSoto County high school contract and related bond approvals totaling about $18.9 million, part of a $100 million project. A Dec 8, 2025 update guided to Q4 2025 revenue growth of over 20%. Against this backdrop, the CFO’s open-market share purchase highlights insider exposure following a string of operational and financing updates.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock is dropping -16.1% following this news. A negative reaction despite insider buying would fit JFB’s mixed history, where positive news sometimes led to declines, such as the -5.86% move after the European Wax Center announcement. While a CFO purchase around $18.72 per share signals direct exposure, prior financing and construction commitments introduce execution and capital-structure risks that could outweigh the perceived vote of confidence.
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Lantana, Fla., Dec. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JFB Construction Holdings (Nasdaq: JFB), a real estate development and construction company focused on hospitality, commercial, industrial, and residential property development, today announced that Ruben Calderon, JFB Construction Holdings Chief Financial Officer, purchased 1550 shares of the Company’s common stock on the open market at an average purchase price of
“I am confident in JFB Construction’s long-term strategy and the opportunities ahead as we continue to execute on our business plan,” said Chief Financial Officer Ruben Calderon. “This purchase of approximately
About JFB Construction Holdings
JFB Construction Holdings (“JFB”) offers generations of combined experience in residential and commercial construction and development. Having the experience of building multifamily communities, shopping centers, national franchises, and exclusive estate and equestrian homes, with over 2 million square feet of commercial and retail space, JFB provides hands-on professional expertise, which has led to the quality and production we are known for.
JFB’s reputation has been built on our clients' trust and the value we bring to each project.
JFB is proud that most of our projects are obtained through referrals and repeat customers, and that to date we have provided general contracting and construction management services in 36 U.S. States.
Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “is/are likely to,” “potential,” “continue” or other similar expressions. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the risk factors discussed in the Risk Factors and in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations sections of our Forms 10-K, 10-Q and other reports filed with the SEC and available at www.sec.gov. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and other filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations that arise after the date hereof, except as may be required by law.
JFB Construction Holdings Contact:
Joseph F. Basile, III
561-582-9840.
joe@jfbconstruction.net
Investor Relations Contact:
CORE IR
Mike Mason
516 222 2560
investors@jfbconstruction.net
FAQ
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