Asbury Automotive (NYSE: ABG) director buys 157 shares in open trade
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC director B. Christopher DiSantis reported an open-market purchase of company common stock. He bought 157 shares on May 20, 2026 at a price of $182.31 per share. Following this transaction, his directly held position increased to 6,400 common shares.
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Insider Trade Summary
Net Buyer: 157 shares ($28,623)
Net Buy
1 txn
Insider
DiSantis B. Christopher
Role
null
Bought
157 shs ($29K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase | Common Stock | 157 | $182.31 | $29K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 6,400 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
Key Figures
Shares purchased: 157 shares
Purchase price: $182.31 per share
Shares owned after transaction: 6,400 shares
3 metrics
Shares purchased
157 shares
Open-market purchase on May 20, 2026
Purchase price
$182.31 per share
Price paid for Asbury common stock
Shares owned after transaction
6,400 shares
Director’s direct holdings post-transaction
Key Terms
open-market purchase, Common Stock, Form 4
3 terms
open-market purchase financial
"He bought 157 shares on May 20, 2026 at a price of $182.31 per share."
An open-market purchase is when an investor or a company buys shares on a public stock exchange at the going market price, rather than through a private deal. It matters to investors because these purchases change how many shares are available, can push the stock price up or signal confidence from large buyers, and often affect per-share metrics like earnings—think of it like someone buying lots of apples off a grocery shelf, reducing supply and potentially raising the price.
Common Stock financial
"He bought 157 shares on May 20, 2026 at a price of $182.31 per share."
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
Form 4 regulatory
"reported for May 20, 2026 in the Form 4 filing."
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
FAQ
What insider transaction did ABG director B. Christopher DiSantis report?
Director B. Christopher DiSantis reported an open-market purchase of Asbury Automotive Group common stock. He bought 157 shares on May 20, 2026, increasing his directly held position to 6,400 shares after the transaction.
What are B. Christopher DiSantis’s ABG holdings after this Form 4 trade?
After the reported trade, B. Christopher DiSantis directly owns 6,400 Asbury Automotive Group common shares. This post-transaction figure reflects his position following the open-market purchase of 157 shares at $182.31 per share.
Was the ABG insider transaction a purchase or a sale?
The Form 4 transaction for Asbury Automotive Group was a purchase. Director B. Christopher DiSantis made an open-market buy of 157 common shares, increasing his directly held stake to 6,400 shares after the transaction.