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In a recent SEC filing, it was revealed that Amy S. Feng, Director at Whitestone REIT (NYSE:WSR), made a noteworthy insider purchase on December 21,.
What Happened: Feng demonstrated confidence in Whitestone REIT by purchasing 4,824 shares, as reported in a Form 4 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday. The total value of the transaction is $60,010.
Whitestone REIT shares are trading down 0.41% at $12.21 at the time of this writing on Friday morning.
About Whitestone REIT Whitestone REIT is a real estate investment trust (REIT) engaged in owning and operating commercial properties in culturally diverse markets in metropolitan areas. Its property portfolio includes retail and office/flex properties. The company's properties are located in business-friendly locations in and around Austin, Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Phoenix, and San Antonio. The organization derives revenue in the form of rental revenues.
Key Indicators: Whitestone REIT's Financial Health Revenue Growth: Whitestone REIT's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2023, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 4.96%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Real Estate sector.
Key Insights into Profitability Metrics:
- Gross Margin: The company faces challenges with a low gross margin of 69.21%, suggesting potential difficulties in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
- Earnings per Share (EPS): Whitestone REIT's EPS reflects a decline, falling below the industry average with a current EPS of 0.05.
Insights into Valuation Metrics:
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 16.35, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The Price to Sales ratio is 4.23, which is lower than the industry average. This suggests a possible undervaluation based on sales performance.
- EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation & Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry averages at 11.92, Whitestone REIT could be considered undervalued.
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Why Insider Transactions Are Important It's important to note that insider transactions alone should not dictate investment decisions, but they can provide valuable insights.
Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
The Insider's Guide to Important Transaction Codes Taking a closer look at transactions, investors often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, meticulously cataloged in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C denotes the conversion of an option, and transaction code A signifies a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
Check Out The Full List Of Whitestone REIT's Insider Trades.
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