Aldo John Pagliari Sells 5,531 Shares of Snap-On (NYSE:SNA) Stock

Snap-On Incorporated (NYSE:SNA) CFO Aldo John Pagliari sold 5,531 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, August 13th. The stock was sold at an average price of $404.25, for a total transaction of $2,235,906.75. Following the completion of the sale, the chief financial officer owned 120,644 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $48,770,337. This trade represents a 4.38% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

Aldo John Pagliari also recently made the following trade(s):

• On Thursday, June 4th, Aldo John Pagliari sold 1,330 shares of Snap-On stock. The stock was sold at an average price of $379.27, for a total transaction of $504,429.10.

Snap-On Stock Performance

Shares of NYSE:SNA opened at $403.25 on Friday. The company has a current ratio of 3.43, a quick ratio of 2.64 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.15. Snap-On Incorporated has a 12 month low of $319.20 and a 12 month high of $423.02. The company has a market capitalization of $20.86 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.56, a PEG ratio of 2.85 and a beta of 0.73. The firm’s 50-day moving average is $402.16 and its 200 day moving average is $383.62.

Snap-On (NYSE:SNA) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The company reported $4.96 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $4.95 by $0.01. The business had revenue of $1.24 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.22 billion. Snap-On had a net margin of 21.25% and a return on equity of 17.07%. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 4.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $4.72 earnings per share. Research analysts predict that Snap-On Incorporated will post 19.7 EPS for the current year.

Snap-On declared that its board has initiated a share buyback plan on Thursday, April 30th that allows the company to buyback $500.00 million in shares. This buyback authorization allows the company to buy up to 2.5% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback plans are generally an indication that the company’s leadership believes its shares are undervalued.

Snap-On Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, September 10th. Investors of record on Wednesday, August 19th will be paid a dividend of $2.44 per share. This represents a $9.76 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.4%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, August 19th. Snap-On’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 49.77%.

Analyst Ratings Changes

A number of research firms have weighed in on SNA. Tigress Financial increased their target price on Snap-On from $445.00 to $485.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Friday, July 31st. Roth Capital restated a “buy” rating and issued a $461.00 price target (up from $409.00) on shares of Snap-On in a report on Friday, July 24th. Barclays initiated coverage on shares of Snap-On in a research note on Thursday, May 28th. They issued an “overweight” rating and a $420.00 price target on the stock. Robert W. Baird set a $415.00 price objective on shares of Snap-On in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “buy (b)” rating on shares of Snap-On in a research report on Friday, July 17th. Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $426.20.

Snap-On News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Snap-On this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Long-term earnings outlook improved: Zacks Research raised its FY2028 EPS estimate to $22.13 from $21.75. Estimates for Q1 2027, Q2 2027 and Q1–Q2 2028 were also increased, suggesting expectations for continued earnings growth. Snap-On stock information
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst sentiment remains favorable: Snap-On has an overall “Moderate Buy” rating, with five Buy ratings and one Hold rating. The average price target is $426.20, above the recent trading level. Snap-On receives Moderate Buy rating
• Positive Sentiment: Shareholder returns provide support: The company has authorized a $500 million share-repurchase program and recently declared a quarterly dividend of $2.44, equivalent to a 2.4% annualized yield at the reported valuation.
• Neutral Sentiment: Recent operating performance was solid: Snap-On’s latest quarterly earnings were $4.96 per share, slightly above estimates, while revenue increased 4.7% year over year to $1.24 billion. The stock trades near its 12-month high, with a price-to-earnings ratio of approximately 20.6.
• Negative Sentiment: Near-term estimates were trimmed: Zacks lowered its Q3 2026 EPS forecast to $4.90 from $4.96 and its Q4 2026 estimate to $5.07 from $5.13. It also reduced Q3 and Q4 2027 estimates slightly, indicating some caution about upcoming results.
• Negative Sentiment: CFO insider sale may weigh on sentiment: CFO Aldo John Pagliari sold 5,531 shares for approximately $2.24 million, reducing his holdings by 4.38%. Because the transaction occurred under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 plan and he retains more than 120,000 shares, the signal is less concerning but remains a potential overhang. Snap-On CFO stock sale

Institutional Trading of Snap-On

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the company. DV Equities LLC purchased a new position in Snap-On during the 4th quarter valued at about $25,000. Western Wealth Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Snap-On in the 1st quarter worth approximately $29,000. Montag A & Associates Inc. lifted its position in shares of Snap-On by 331.8% in the 4th quarter. Montag A & Associates Inc. now owns 95 shares of the company’s stock worth $33,000 after purchasing an additional 73 shares during the period. Quattro Advisors LLC bought a new position in shares of Snap-On during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $35,000. Finally, Annis Gardner Whiting Capital Advisors LLC boosted its stake in shares of Snap-On by 36.4% during the fourth quarter. Annis Gardner Whiting Capital Advisors LLC now owns 105 shares of the company’s stock valued at $36,000 after purchasing an additional 28 shares in the last quarter. 84.88% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

About Snap-On

Snap‑On Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostic equipment, repair information and shop equipment for professional users. The company’s product range includes hand and power tools, tool storage and cabinets, diagnostic scan tools and software, shop equipment such as lifts and tire changers, and specialized specialty tools for automotive, aviation, marine and industrial applications. Snap‑On also offers information and workflow solutions that combine diagnostic data, repair procedures and parts information to support professional technicians.

Founded in 1920 and headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Snap‑On has established a long history in the professional tools market.