Alexandria Real Estate Chief Accounting Officer Sells 10,000 Shares
Key Points
The Aug. 31 transaction was valued at $509,300.
The sale involved shares equal to 9% of the stake held directly by the insider prior to the transaction.
Gavinet maintains a direct equity position of approximately 103,000 shares, with no indirect holdings or derivative securities reported in this filing.
Andres Gavinet, Chief Accounting Officer of Alexandria Real Estate Equities (NYSE:ARE), sold 10,000 shares of common stock on Aug. 31, 2026, as disclosed in a recent SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summary
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Transaction value | $509,300 |
| Shares sold (directly held) | 10,000 |
| Post-transaction shares (directly held) | 102,516 |
| Post-transaction value | $5.2 million |
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average sale price ($50.93); post-transaction value based on Aug. 31, 2026, market close ($51.29).
Key questions
- What were the execution details of the share disposal?
Gavinet executed the sale in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $50.91 to $50.96, resulting in a weighted average execution price of $50.93 per share. - How does this transaction impact the insider's total ownership?
Following the disposal of 10,000 shares, the Chief Accounting Officer retains a direct stake of approximately 103,000 shares, which represents an ownership interest of 0.05% in the company. - What is the core focus of Alexandria Real Estate Equities within the real estate sector?
Alexandria Real Estate Equities operates as a real estate investment trust focused on the ownership and development of integrated campuses for life science, technology, and agtech sectors.
Company Overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Share Price (as of market close 2026-09-01) | $51.63 |
| Market Capitalization | $8.7 billion |
| Revenue (TTM) | $2.8 billion |
| Net Income (TTM) | -$1 billion |
Company Snapshot
- Alexandria Real Estate Equities generates revenue through the ownership, operation, and development of specialized urban office properties and integrated campuses designed for life science, technology, and agtech sector tenants.
- The company operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, and manages premium office properties positioned within premier innovation ecosystems, generating returns through rental income, property appreciation, and development activities.
- Alexandria's primary customers are life science companies, technology firms, and agtech enterprises seeking strategically located, specialized office and laboratory space in leading innovation hubs.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities specializes in urban office properties tailored for the life science and technology sectors. Since its inception in 1994, the company has maintained a focused strategy on developing integrated campuses within premier innovation ecosystems, commanding a market capitalization of $8.7 billion with a diversified portfolio of specialized real estate assets. The company's competitive advantage derives from its deep expertise in the life science and technology sectors, strategic property locations within innovation hubs, and integrated campus development capabilities that serve the evolving needs of its tenant base.
What this transaction means for investors
On Aug. 31, Gavinet sold 10,000 shares in a transaction that was valued at approximately $509,000. Looking at the details of the sale, this appears to be just a routine transaction.
While 10,000 shares were sold, the insider still directly holds 102,516 shares. That holding aligns with the company's current and future success, so shareholders shouldn't read too much into it.
Over the last 12 months, the Alexandria stock price has sunk nearly 40%. In comparison, the S&P 500 is up 17.2% over the same period. As for what lies ahead, analysts appear cautious. Of the 17 analysts who cover the stock, 12% rate it a buy, 71% a hold, and 18% a sell, according to CNN. From that group, the median one-year price target is $52.50, representing a 4.2% gain from the current price of $50.34. The highest price target, $60, indicates slightly more upside potential, representing a 19.1% gain. The group's lowest price target, however, is $47, representing a 6.6% loss.
Jack Delaney has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alexandria Real Estate Equities. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.