Director transactions
On February 3, 2026, J. Kevin Gilligan, a director of Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG), completed two linked transactions involving the company's stock. Gilligan exercised options to acquire 12,870 shares at a stated price of $36.0867, representing a total value of $464,435. The disclosure also notes that these options had an exercise price of $0.
That same day Gilligan sold 12,870 shares of Graco stock, producing approximately $1.15 million in gross proceeds. The block was sold at a weighted average price of $89.0676 per share, with individual sale prices reported between $88.88 and $89.24.
Post-transaction holdings
Following the transactions, Gilligan no longer holds Graco shares in his name. He is listed as directly holding zero shares of common stock. Separately, he retains an indirect interest in 44,101 shares in a fiduciary capacity as trustee.
Latest company results
Graco released fourth-quarter 2025 financial results showing an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.77, matching analysts' expectations. Revenue for the quarter came in at $593.2 million, slightly ahead of consensus forecasts.
The company attributed its quarterly performance to recent acquisitions and gains in operational efficiency, noting that those factors supported revenue growth despite a challenging market environment. Graco described these items as contributors to a steady growth trajectory and said the results aligned with market projections.
Context and implications
The disclosed transactions and the quarterly report together provide a snapshot of both insider activity and corporate performance. The filings show that an executive moved to exercise options and monetize a corresponding share position, while the company posted results described as consistent with analyst expectations and modestly above revenue forecasts. Management pointed to acquisitions and efficiency initiatives as drivers behind the reported outcomes.
Note: The available disclosures present the transaction details and the quarter's financial metrics. No additional commentary or forward-looking statements are included in the filings.