Grocery Outlet Director Buys $250,000 in Shares

Carey Jaros, a director at the discount grocery chain, purchased 40,000 shares of Grocery Outlet stock.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 12:51am

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Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:GO) Director Carey Jaros bought 40,000 shares of the company's stock on Tuesday, March 10th. The shares were purchased at an average cost of $6.26 per share, for a total transaction of $250,400. Following the purchase, Jaros now owns 76,066 shares in the company, valued at approximately $476,173.

Why it matters

This insider purchase by a Grocery Outlet director suggests they have confidence in the company's future prospects, despite the stock's recent decline. Insider buying is often seen as a positive signal for a company's outlook.

The details

Jaros' purchase represents a 110.91% increase in their ownership stake in Grocery Outlet. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC. Grocery Outlet's stock has fallen significantly in recent months, trading around $6.20 per share on Wednesday, down from a 52-week high of $19.41.

  • The shares were purchased on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026.

The players

Carey Jaros

A director on the board of Grocery Outlet Holding Corp.

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp.

A discount grocery store chain headquartered in Emeryville, California.

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The takeaway

This insider purchase by a Grocery Outlet director suggests they see value in the company's stock at current depressed levels, which could signal an opportunity for investors as well.