Director at Ensign Group (NASDAQ: ENSG) sells 392 shares under 10b5-1 plan
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Ensign Group director John O. Agwunobi reported an open-market sale of 392 shares of Common Stock at $199.97 per share. After this transaction, he directly holds 9,295.149 shares. The sale was carried out under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.
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Insider Trade Summary 10b5-1
Net Seller: 392 shares ($78,388)
Net Sell
1 txn
Insider
Agwunobi John O
Role
null
Sold
392 shs ($78K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale | Common Stock | 392 | $199.97 | $78K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 9,295.149 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Shares sold: 392 shares
Sale price per share: $199.97 per share
Shares held after transaction: 9,295.149 shares
3 metrics
Shares sold
392 shares
Open-market sale of Common Stock
Sale price per share
$199.97 per share
Price for the 392-share transaction
Shares held after transaction
9,295.149 shares
Director’s direct holdings following the sale
Key Terms
Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, open-market sale, Common Stock
3 terms
Rule 10b5-1 trading plan regulatory
"This transaction was effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on July 31, 2025."
A Rule 10b5-1 trading plan is a pre-arranged schedule that allows company insiders to buy or sell stock at specific times, even if they have inside information. It helps prevent accusations of unfair trading by making these transactions look planned and transparent, rather than sneaky or illegal.
open-market sale financial
"transaction_action: open-market sale"
An open-market sale is when a shareholder sells existing shares directly on a public exchange to any willing buyer, rather than through a private deal. Think of it like putting goods on a busy market stall where price is set by supply and demand; for investors it matters because such sales increase available supply, can put short-term downward pressure on the stock price, and signal changes in liquidity or investor confidence.
Common Stock financial
"security_title: 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.
FAQ
What insider transaction did ENSIGN GROUP (ENSG) report for John O. Agwunobi?
Ensign Group director John O. Agwunobi reported selling 392 shares of Common Stock in an open-market transaction. The sale was disclosed in a Form 4 and reflects a routine insider trade rather than a grant or option exercise.
Was the ENSG insider sale by John O. Agwunobi under a Rule 10b5-1 plan?
Yes. A footnote states the transaction was effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on July 31, 2025. Such plans pre-schedule trades, making their timing more routine and less dependent on day-to-day market conditions.
What does the Form 4 transaction code 'S' indicate for ENSG’s filing?
The transaction code “S” on the Form 4 indicates a sale of securities in the open market or a private transaction. For Ensign Group, it shows John O. Agwunobi disposed of 392 Common Stock shares rather than receiving new shares or exercising options.