E.W. Scripps Director Buys $156,400 in Stock

Charles Barmonde, a director at the media company, purchased 40,000 shares.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ:SSP) Director Charles Barmonde purchased 40,000 shares of the company's stock on March 3rd, 2026 at an average price of $3.91 per share, for a total value of $156,400. This transaction increased Barmonde's ownership stake in the company to 740,069 shares, valued at approximately $2.89 million.

Why it matters

Insider buying activity can be seen as a positive signal, as it suggests the director believes the stock is undervalued and has confidence in the company's future prospects. E.W. Scripps is a diversified media company with a portfolio of local TV stations, cable networks, and digital platforms, so this purchase could indicate the director's optimism about the company's strategic direction.

The details

The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the SEC. Following the transaction, Barmonde now owns 740,069 shares of E.W. Scripps, representing a 5.71% increase in his ownership stake. The company's stock closed at $4.57 on the day of the purchase.

  • The shares were purchased on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026.

The players

Charles Barmonde

A director of E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ:SSP).

E.W. Scripps Company

A diversified U.S. media organization headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, with a portfolio of local TV stations, cable networks, and digital platforms.

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The takeaway

This insider buying activity suggests the director sees value in E.W. Scripps' stock and is confident in the company's future performance, which could be a positive signal for investors considering the stock.