Scott Kotarba, Director, 10% Owner at JEWETT CAMERON TRADING CO LTD (JCTC), bought 176,006 shares at $1.85 ($326K) on 2026-08-06, disclosed to the SEC on 2026-08-10.
Director Scott Kotarba purchased 176,006 shares for $325,611 at $1.85, marking the largest insider purchase in the company's history. This significant accumulation by a 10% owner suggests management confidence in the stock's recovery potential following a steep year-to-date decline.
The stock has rallied 49.27% over the last 90 days, but remains down 19.69% over the past year and is currently trading 23.88% below its 52-week high of $4.02.
1) Q3 2026 Earnings Call on July 15, 2026, to review revenue decline and inventory reduction strategies; 2) Q2 2026 Earnings Call on April 14, 2026, which reported a 16% revenue increase despite margin pressures; 3) The largest insider purchase ever recorded, signaling a potential bottom in the stock.
The company faces ongoing challenges from declining gross margins and negative consumer sentiment, as noted in the Q2 2026 earnings highlights, which could pressure future profitability.
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