Kronos Worldwide director buys 14,601 company shares
Kronos Worldwide Inc. director Kevin B. Kramer reported buying 14,601 shares of the company’s common stock in open-market transactions on May 18, 2026.
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Kronos Worldwide Inc. director Kevin B. Kramer reported buying 14,601 shares of the company’s common stock in open-market transactions on May 18, 2026. The purchases were made at prices between $6.70 and $6.77 per share. Following these trades, he directly owns about 44,411 shares.
Insider Trade Summary
Net Buyer: 14,601 shares
Net Buy
4 txns
Insider
Kramer Kevin B
Role
Director
Bought
14,601 shs ($99K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase | Common Stock $0.01 par value per share | 3,731 | $6.70 | $25K |
| Purchase | Common Stock $0.01 par value per share | 3,735 | $6.75 | $25K |
| Purchase | Common Stock $0.01 par value per share | 335 | $6.76 | $2K |
| Purchase | Common Stock $0.01 par value per share | 6,800 | $6.77 | $46K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock $0.01 par value per share — 44,411.461 shares (Direct)
Key Figures
Shares purchased: 14,601 shares
Purchase prices: $6.70–$6.77 per share
Holdings after transaction: 44,411 shares
+2 more
5 metrics
Shares purchased
14,601 shares
Total open-market purchases on May 18, 2026
Purchase prices
$6.70–$6.77 per share
Common Stock $0.01 par value per share
Holdings after transaction
44,411 shares
Direct ownership following May 18, 2026 purchases
Number of buy transactions
4 trades
All coded P (open-market purchase)
Largest single trade size
6,800 shares
Common stock purchase at $6.77 per share
Key Terms
Common Stock $0.01 par value per share, open-market purchase, non-derivative, Form 4, +1 more
5 terms
open-market purchase financial
"transaction_action: open-market purchase"
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.
non-derivative financial
"transaction_type: non-derivative"
Form 4 regulatory
"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4)"
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.
direct ownership financial
"ownership_type: direct, ownership_code: D"
FAQ
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What insider transaction did Kronos Worldwide (KRO) disclose for Kevin B. Kramer?
Kronos Worldwide reported that director Kevin B. Kramer bought company shares. He made multiple open-market purchases of common stock on May 18, 2026, totaling 14,601 shares, as disclosed in a Form 4 insider trading report.
What is Kevin B. Kramer’s total direct ownership in Kronos Worldwide (KRO) after this Form 4?
After the reported purchases, Kramer directly holds about 44,411 shares. The Form 4 indicates total shares following the transactions of 44,411.461, reflecting his updated direct ownership of Kronos Worldwide common stock.
Were the Kronos Worldwide (KRO) insider transactions open-market purchases?
Yes, all reported transactions were open-market purchases. Each entry in the Form 4 uses transaction code P with a description of “Purchase in open market or private transaction,” indicating routine buying of common stock rather than option exercises or gifts.
Did the Kronos Worldwide (KRO) Form 4 include any derivative or option transactions?
No derivative or option activity was reported in this Form 4. All transactions involved non-derivative common stock, and the derivative summary section shows no remaining derivative positions or exercises associated with these trades.
Is Kevin B. Kramer a director or officer of Kronos Worldwide (KRO) in this filing?
The Form 4 identifies Kevin B. Kramer as a director of Kronos Worldwide. He is not reported as an officer or ten percent owner in the filing, and the transactions relate to his direct ownership of common stock.
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