Badger Meter VP Sells $309,600 in Stock

Insider transaction cuts VP's ownership by over 40%

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE:BMI) VP Fred Begale sold 2,064 shares of the company's stock on March 4th at an average price of $150, totaling $309,600. This transaction reduced Begale's ownership in the company by 40.44% to 3,040 shares, valued at approximately $456,000.

Why it matters

Insider transactions, particularly sales, can provide insight into management's views on a company's prospects. Begale's significant sale of Badger Meter stock may signal concerns about the company's future performance, though it could also be part of personal financial planning.

The details

Badger Meter, a manufacturer of water meters and flow control solutions, recently missed quarterly earnings and revenue expectations. The company declared a $0.40 quarterly dividend, representing an annual yield of around 1.1%. Analysts have a consensus 'Hold' rating on the stock with an average price target of $181.88.

  • The stock transaction occurred on March 4, 2026.

The players

Fred Begale

VP at Badger Meter, Inc.

Badger Meter, Inc.

A global leader in flow measurement and control solutions, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

Begale's significant sale of Badger Meter stock raises questions about the company's future prospects, though insider transactions can have various motivations. Investors should closely monitor Badger Meter's financial performance and analyst commentary to assess the company's outlook.