Corporate insiders are signaling confidence by buying shares in their own companies this month.
Intro Summary
This article highlights notable insider purchases reported in May 2025.
Top Insider Buys
• Salesforce (CRM) — CEO purchases $5M in shares
• Ford Motor (F) — CFO adds 100,000 shares
• Pinterest (PINS) — multiple directors buy after earnings beat
• Occidental Petroleum (OXY) — insider buys follow positive energy outlook
• Pfizer (PFE) — CEO steps in after pipeline updates
“Insider buying is one of the strongest confidence signals investors can watch,” said Brian McKay, corporate governance analyst at ShareEdge.
Why It Matters
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Insiders have the best view of company prospects
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Purchases can precede price recoveries or breakouts
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Clusters of insider buying are particularly powerful
Analyst Take
Experts recommend verifying that insiders are purchasing (not just exercising options).
“Look for open-market buys with meaningful dollar amounts,” said Rachel Lin, governance specialist at ProxyView.
Conclusion
May’s insider activity points to renewed optimism across sectors from tech to energy.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.