Capital Research Global Investors Buys 203,997 Shares of Transdigm Group Incorporated $TDG

Key Points

• Capital Research Global Investors increased its stake in Transdigm by 10.2%, buying 203,997 shares to hold 2,207,837 shares (about 3.92% of the company) valued at roughly $2.91 billion.
• Notable insider activity: director W. Nicholas Howley sold 10,168 shares for ~$13.3 million (a 32.06% cut in his holdings), while CEO Michael Lisman bought 950 shares for ~$1.22 million; insiders have sold 121,248 shares (~$168.8 million) in the last 90 days.
• Transdigm beat quarterly expectations with EPS $8.23 (vs. $7.99 est.) and $2.29B revenue, issued FY2026 EPS guidance of 37.42–39.34, and carries a consensus analyst rating of Moderate Buy

Capital Research Global Investors grew its position in Transdigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:TDG - Free Report) by 10.2% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 2,207,837 shares of the aerospace company's stock after buying an additional 203,997 shares during the period. Capital Research Global Investors owned 3.92% of Transdigm Group worth $2,909,850,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also modified their holdings of TDG. Salomon & Ludwin LLC acquired a new position in shares of Transdigm Group in the 3rd quarter valued at $26,000. Pinnacle Holdings LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Transdigm Group during the third quarter worth $41,000. Security National Bank bought a new stake in Transdigm Group in the third quarter valued at about $53,000. Ameritas Advisory Services LLC lifted its stake in Transdigm Group by 38.7% in the third quarter. Ameritas Advisory Services LLC now owns 43 shares of the aerospace company's stock valued at $56,000 after buying an additional 12 shares during the period. Finally, Winch Advisory Services LLC boosted its holdings in Transdigm Group by 147.6% during the third quarter. Winch Advisory Services LLC now owns 52 shares of the aerospace company's stock worth $69,000 after buying an additional 31 shares during the last quarter. 95.78% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Insider Activity at Transdigm Group

In related news, Director W Nicholas Howley sold 10,168 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, February 18th. The stock was sold at an average price of $1,307.68, for a total transaction of $13,296,490.24. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 21,548 shares in the company, valued at approximately $28,177,888.64. This trade represents a 32.06% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, CEO Michael Lisman bought 950 shares of the company's stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, February 6th. The stock was purchased at an average cost of $1,284.26 per share, for a total transaction of $1,220,047.00. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 3,259 shares in the company, valued at $4,185,403.34. The trade was a 41.14% increase in their position. The SEC filing for this purchase provides additional information. Insiders sold 121,248 shares of company stock valued at $168,818,884 over the last ninety days. Company insiders own 3.20% of the company's stock.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several research analysts recently weighed in on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their price objective on shares of Transdigm Group from $1,405.00 to $1,435.00 and gave the stock a "neutral" rating in a research note on Friday, November 14th. Morgan Stanley increased their target price on shares of Transdigm Group from $1,600.00 to $1,660.00 and gave the stock an "overweight" rating in a report on Friday, November 14th. Zacks Research raised shares of Transdigm Group from a "strong sell" rating to a "hold" rating in a research report on Monday, December 8th. UBS Group lowered their price objective on shares of Transdigm Group from $1,804.00 to $1,800.00 and set a "buy" rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, February 4th. Finally, BMO Capital Markets lifted their target price on Transdigm Group from $1,420.00 to $1,500.00 and gave the stock an "outperform" rating in a report on Thursday, November 13th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating and six have given a Hold rating to the company's stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Transdigm Group currently has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average price target of $1,584.44.

Transdigm Group Stock Down 1.3%

Transdigm Group stock opened at $1,277.26 on Tuesday. The company has a 50 day moving average of $1,351.90 and a 200-day moving average of $1,326.84. Transdigm Group Incorporated has a twelve month low of $1,183.60 and a twelve month high of $1,623.82. The stock has a market capitalization of $72.13 billion, a PE ratio of 41.10, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.71 and a beta of 0.93.

Transdigm Group (NYSE:TDG - Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, February 3rd. The aerospace company reported $8.23 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $7.99 by $0.24. The business had revenue of $2.29 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.26 billion. Transdigm Group had a net margin of 20.50% and a negative return on equity of 29.07%. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 13.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the business posted $7.83 earnings per share. Transdigm Group has set its FY 2026 guidance at 37.420-39.340 EPS. Equities analysts anticipate that Transdigm Group Incorporated will post 35.13 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Transdigm Group Profile

TransDigm Group Incorporated is a designer, producer and supplier of engineered aircraft components and systems for commercial and military aerospace applications. The company's product portfolio covers a broad range of mission-critical parts and subsystems, including mechanical and electromechanical components, ignition and fuel system parts, sensors and actuators, cockpit and cabin systems, and other safety-critical hardware. TransDigm supplies original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) as well as the aftermarket, providing spare parts, repair and overhaul services and component support throughout an asset's life cycle.

TransDigm's operating model places emphasis on proprietary, niche components that are difficult to replace, and the company operates through a collection of independently run subsidiaries and brands that sell specialized products.

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