ENCISION (ECIA) CEO Robert H. Fries adds 166,785 shares in open-market buys
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
ENCISION INC CEO and director Robert H. Fries reported buying additional common stock in two recent open-market transactions. On April 15, 2026, he purchased 155,535 shares at $0.14 per share. On April 16, 2026, he bought a further 11,250 shares at $0.20 per share. Following these purchases, he directly holds 1,506,785 shares of ENCISION INC common stock.
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Insider Trade Summary
Net Buyer: 166,785 shares ($24,025)
Net Buy
2 txns
Insider
FRIES ROBERT H
Role
CEO
Bought
166,785 shs ($24K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase | common stock | 11,250 | $0.20 | $2K |
| Purchase | common stock | 155,535 | $0.14 | $22K |
Holdings After Transaction:
common stock — 1,506,785 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
Key Figures
Shares bought 2026-04-15: 155,535 shares at $0.14
Shares bought 2026-04-16: 11,250 shares at $0.20
Total shares bought: 166,785 shares
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5 metrics
Shares bought 2026-04-15
155,535 shares at $0.14
Open-market purchase of common stock on April 15, 2026
Shares bought 2026-04-16
11,250 shares at $0.20
Open-market purchase of common stock on April 16, 2026
Total shares bought
166,785 shares
Combined April 15–16, 2026 open-market purchases
Post-transaction holdings
1,506,785 shares
Direct ownership after latest reported purchase
Number of buy transactions
2 transactions
Both reported as open-market purchases of common stock
Key Terms
open-market purchase, common stock, Form 4, directly holds
4 terms
open-market purchase financial
"reported buying additional common stock in two recent open-market transactions"
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 purchased 155,535 shares at $0.14 per share of common stock"
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
"as disclosed 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.
directly holds financial
"Following these purchases, he directly holds 1,506,785 shares"
FAQ
What insider transaction did ENCISION INC (ECIA) report for its CEO?
ENCISION INC reported that CEO and director Robert H. Fries bought additional common stock in two open-market transactions. These purchases increased his direct holdings to 1,506,785 shares, signaling a larger personal stake in the company’s equity.
Were the ENCISION INC (ECIA) CEO’s recent transactions buys or sells?
Both transactions reported for ENCISION INC CEO Robert H. Fries were open-market purchases of common stock. The Form 4 shows two buy entries and no sales, with a net acquisition of 166,785 shares over the two days.