Insider Buying Surge Amid a Bullish Trend

The latest Form 4 filed by Chief Financial Officer Robert O’Hare shows a sizable Rule 10b5‑1 purchase of 35,000 Class A shares at $83.05, the market’s highest price in the past 52 weeks. The trade, executed just before the stock closed at $82.35, coincides with a 21.94 % monthly rally and a 50.15 % yearly gain, underscoring the market’s confidence in affirm’s “Buy‑Now, Pay‑Later” momentum. The transaction also aligns with a sharp spike in social‑media buzz (429 % intensity, +73 sentiment), suggesting that the narrative around the company’s growth is gaining traction.

Implications for Investors

Insider buying of this magnitude often signals that executives believe the current valuation underestimates future earnings. O’Hare’s purchase is larger than his typical 10‑day average (≈15,000 shares) and exceeds the median insider trade size at affirm. Investors may interpret this as a vote of confidence that the firm’s expansion into new merchant partnerships and international markets will generate sustainable cash flow. However, the high price‑to‑earnings ratio of 110.86 reminds analysts that the stock is still trading at a premium; a sudden shift in consumer spending could reverse the rally. The timing of the purchase—right after a 11.58 % weekly surge—also hints that the CFO may be taking advantage of a short‑term price spike before the next earnings cycle.

What This Means for the Company’s Future

The CFO’s trade is part of a broader pattern of disciplined, rule‑based trading that mitigates market‑timing concerns. It reflects a long‑term commitment to shareholder value, aligning with affirm’s strategy of investing heavily in technology and customer acquisition. The timing also suggests that the company’s financial outlook remains positive: the CFO likely anticipates continued growth in transaction volume and an expanding fee‑based revenue stream. If the company sustains its 20 billion‑dollar “Buy Now, Pay Later” spend forecast for 2025 and extends that into 2026, the stock could continue to appreciate, justifying the current valuation premium.

Profile of Robert O’Hare

O’Hare’s insider history reveals a consistent pattern of buying and selling that follows a strict 10b5‑1 schedule. Over the past year, he has executed 30 trades, with an average block of 18,000 shares and an average price of $67, indicating a willingness to invest in the company at lower valuations. His most recent sale of 8,189 shares in December 2025 at $70.00 was a liquidity event, but his subsequent purchases in January 2026 at $83–$84 demonstrate confidence in a higher valuation. O’Hare also routinely sells options and restricted units, which suggests a balanced approach to liquidity and capital allocation. His buying pattern—often larger than the company’s average insider trade—implies a bullish stance that could influence other executives to follow suit.

Takeaway for Market Participants

The CFO’s sizeable purchase, set against a backdrop of strong market performance and social‑media hype, signals confidence in affirm’s growth trajectory. Investors should watch for subsequent earnings releases and merchant‑partner announcements, as these will be key drivers of the share price. While the stock’s valuation remains premium, the insider activity provides a useful barometer of internal sentiment—an encouraging sign for those weighing a long‑term position in a high‑growth fintech play.

DateOwnerTransaction TypeSharesPrice per ShareSecurity
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Buy3,730.0041.80Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Buy11,347.0017.19Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Buy5,118.0022.30Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Buy9,704.0023.35Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Buy3,996.0044.06Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Buy2,506.0057.59Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Sell36,401.0080.00Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Sell3,730.00N/AStock Option (Right to Buy)
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Sell11,347.00N/AStock Option (Right to Buy)
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Sell5,118.00N/AStock Option (Right to Buy)
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Sell9,704.00N/AStock Option (Right to Buy)
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Sell3,996.00N/AStock Option (Right to Buy)
2026-01-05O’Hare Robert (Chief Financial Officer)Sell2,506.00N/AStock Option (Right to Buy)
2026-01-05Levchin Max R (Chief Executive Officer)Buy666,666.0049.00Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05Levchin Max R (Chief Executive Officer)Sell553,554.0080.52Class A Common Stock
2026-01-05Levchin Max R (Chief Executive Officer)Sell113,112.0081.12Class A Common Stock
N/ALevchin Max R (Chief Executive Officer)Holding735,294.00N/AClass A Common Stock
2026-01-05Levchin Max R (Chief Executive Officer)Sell666,666.00N/APerformance Based Stock Options