Insider Buying Continues Amid Market Quiet
On February 13 2026, Wilson Dwayne Andree—currently a Crown Holdings director—executed a purchase of 371 deferred shares at $111.32 each, bringing his holding to 3,436 shares. The deal, reported in a Form 4 filing, reflects a steady accumulation of deferred stock that has been a hallmark of Andree’s insider activity over the past year. His purchases in October, July, and May 2025 were all in the same vehicle, with prices ranging from $96.80 to $103.01, suggesting a long‑term confidence in Crown’s value‑creation trajectory.
What the Buying Signals to Investors
Andree’s continued buying, especially at a price point near Crown’s recent trading level of $110.79, signals a belief that the stock is undervalued relative to its 52‑week high of $115.85 and the company’s strong fundamentals—$124 million market cap and a P/E of 17.4. The deferred‑stock structure also offers a “tax‑deferral” cushion for insiders, implying a willingness to hold through short‑term volatility. For investors, this can be read as a green flag: insiders are willing to stake additional capital in a company whose earnings growth is slowing but whose product mix and global reach still support steady cash flow.
Broader Insider Activity Context
The same day, seven other insiders (WILLIAMS MARSHA C, SWEITZER CAESAR F, etc.) executed buys of common shares, each acquiring 371 shares at the same $111.32 price. This cluster of purchases underscores a broader trend of confidence among Crown’s leadership. Meanwhile, CEO Timothy Donahue’s recent sale of 7,500 shares—part of a routine divestiture—does not appear to dampen the sentiment, as his post‑transaction holding remains substantial at 482,236 shares.
Andree’s Transaction Profile
Andree’s pattern shows consistent, incremental purchases of deferred stock without any large block trades that could signal a potential sell‑off. His holdings have increased from 2,249 shares in May 2025 to 3,436 shares today, a 52 % rise in a little over a year. The price paid per share has trended upward modestly, reflecting the market’s incremental appreciation. Importantly, all of Andree’s trades have been buys, never sells, indicating a bullish stance that is rare among directors who often balance both buying and selling to meet liquidity needs.
Implications for Crown’s Future
The cumulative effect of these insider purchases is a modest uptick in institutional confidence, which can help stabilize the stock during periods of broader market turbulence. With Crown’s core business—steel and aluminum containers—remaining essential to consumer goods supply chains, the company is positioned to weather short‑term earnings dips. Investors should view the recent insider activity as a signal that Crown’s top management believes the company’s long‑term prospects outweigh current valuation headwinds.
| Date | Owner | Transaction Type | Shares | Price per Share | Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-13 | Wilson Dwayne Andree () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Deferred Stock |
| 2026-02-13 | WILLIAMS MARSHA C () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Common |
| 2026-02-13 | Sweitzer Caesar F () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Common |
| 2026-02-13 | Snyder Angela M () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Common |
| 2026-02-13 | Owens B Craig () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Common |
| N/A | Owens B Craig () | Holding | 2,000.00 | N/A | Common |
| 2026-02-13 | HAGGE STEPHEN J () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Common |
| 2026-02-13 | Funk Andrea J. () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Common |
| 2026-02-13 | FEARON RICHARD H () | Buy | 371.00 | 111.32 | Common |
| N/A | FEARON RICHARD H () | Holding | 16.00 | N/A | Common |
