Is TransDigm Group (TDG) The Most Expensive Stock Insiders Are Dumping In March?

We recently published a list of 20 Most Expensive Stocks Insiders Are Dumping In March. In this article, we are going to take a look at where TransDigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:TDG) stands against other most expensive stocks insiders are dumping in March.

After being in the green for a few trading sessions, the broader market index slid 0.8% on Wednesday, and blue-chip companies declined 0.1%. The NASDAQ Composite was down 1.6% in the early afternoon. On Tuesday, Trump provided an update on tariffs, saying they will likely be more “lenient than reciprocal,” suggesting a more relaxed approach, reports CNBC.

As investors process daily market developments, uncertainty continues to impact the market. In these periods, insider trading often attracts attention, as purchases of company stock by executives may suggest confidence in the company’s future. However, insider selling doesn’t necessarily imply a lack of faith—it may be driven by personal financial needs or a desire for diversification. Executives frequently rely on pre-established plans, such as 10b5-1, to maintain transparency. While insider trading can provide useful insights, it should be evaluated in the context of a company’s financial health, market trends, and industry changes.

What are some of the most expensive stocks insiders have been selling this month so far? To find out, we used Insider Monkey’s insider trading stock screener, focusing only on stocks where at least three insiders had sold shares in March. From there, we ranked the 20 stocks with the highest average price per share in times of sales.

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With each stock, we note the average price per share of these sales and the stock’s market capitalization.

TransDigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:TDG)

Market Capitalization: $78.19 billion

TransDigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:TDG) is an aerospace company that manufactures engineered components for both commercial and military aircraft. The Cleveland, Ohio-headquartered company recently acquired Raptor Scientific for $655 million, which is expected to drive future revenue growth. TransDigm offers products across three main segments: Power & Control, Airframe, and Non-Aviation, serving a wide range of customers, including airlines, military agencies, and equipment suppliers. The stock is also one of the 11 best American defense stocks to buy now.

For the first quarter of fiscal 2025, TransDigm (NYSE:TDG) reported a net income of $493 million, up 29% from last year, driven by a 12% year-over-year surge in net sales. Adjusted earnings per share were $7.83, growing 9% from the prior year’s quarter.

This month, four insiders, including the president and CEO, COO, and CCO, sold approximately $159.01 million worth of TransDigm shares at an average price of $1,342.48 per share. Currently, the stock trades at $1,394.11 per share, having rose 10.01% year-to-date and 13.98% over the past 12 months.

Based on 11 Wall Street analysts’ ratings, Transdigm (NYSE:TDG) stock is a “Strong Buy,” with an average price target of $1,527.45. According to TipRanks, the average price target suggests a 9.56% upside from the latest price.

Overall, TDG ranks 2nd on our list of most expensive stocks insiders are dumping in March. While we acknowledge the potential of TDG our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than TDG but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.

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Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.